Cruise arrivals drop 41% in October due to Hurricane Melissa
Intense rains from Hurricane Melissa caused the Dominican Republic to lose an estimated 25,000 cruise passengers in October, after multiple ships were forced to divert or cancel their scheduled routes, according to the Ministry of Tourism (Mitur). (more…)
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Windstar Cruises stepped onto the red carpet in Las Vegas on November 9th, returning as an official sponsor for the second year of the Special Awards Presentation kicking-off Latin GRAMMY Week—bringing its signature blend of relaxed luxury and unexpected moments to the heart of the celebration.
Princess Cruises has partnered with Handshake Speakeasy, named The Best Bar in North America 2025 by World’s 50 Best Bars for two consecutive years and celebrated for its inventive cocktail craftsmanship in the heart of Mexico City.
Expanding its breadth and appeal in the Caribbean and Panama Canal, Princess Cruises revealed its largest and most diverse Caribbean program, with 31 ports sailing from five homeports for the newly announced 2027-28 season.
Award-winning expedition travel company Aurora Expeditions has today unveiled its Antarctica 2027–28 season, featuring 34 transformative voyages that continue to redefine small-ship adventure across the world’s last great wilderness. 
Guests can discover something new in every corner of the world, as Celebrity Cruises unveils its 2027 and 2028 itineraries in the Caribbean, Asia and South America.
Carnival Cruise Line made its first official call to Ocho Rios, Jamaica on Wednesday, as Carnival Sunrise guests were welcomed to the island by local officials and community partners as cruise tourism begins its recovery efforts following Hurricane Melissa. 
Ambassador Cruise Line, the UK’s affordable quality cruise line, is making waves with its all-new Autumn Sales Campaign on select no-fly cruises from April 2026 through until March 2028.
UnCruise Adventures is inviting travelers to explore Alaska like never before with its refreshed Denali Adventure by Rail & Trail with Fairbanks. 
Travelers eager to lock in the best cruise deals of the season can get a head start with Holland America Line’s exclusive Black Friday presale event.
MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique announced a major extension today (November 12, 2025) of their long-standing relationship with orders for two additional World Class ships—numbers 7 and 8—due to be delivered in 2030 and 2031.
Representing the Association, Luz Marina Espiau Moreno, Member of the Board of Directors and responsible for Digitalisation and Innovation, took part in World Travel Market London 2025 (WTM London), held from 4th to 6th November at ExCeL London.
Princess Cruises will ring in the new year with a spectacular “cruise” down Colorado Boulevard as a larger-than-life floral replica of its newest ship, Star Princess, “sets sail” in the world-famous Rose Parade® presented by Honda, on January 1, 2026, in Pasadena, Calif.
It was a warm welcome for the Disney Destiny at Port Everglades. Marking a major milestone, Destiny is the newest ship to join Disney Cruise Line’s growing fleet. 
With Q3 earnings now in, the cruise industry’s momentum remains strong, reflected in solid bookings and continued growth in both capacity and revenue.
Bringing extensive brand and marketing expertise, Mark Vile joins the Senior Leadership Team on 24th November.
With the growing disruptions at major US airports as a result of the prolonged government shutdown and air traffic reductions, cruise guests are understandably nervous about reaching their cruises in the coming days.
Royal Caribbean takes its Artist Discovery Program from ship to shore with the latest selection of artists to be featured at Royal Beach Club Paradise Island, the first-of-its-kind beach club destination opening December 2025. 
Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, has unveiled a newly enhanced website experience alongside a refined visual identity, marking a significant evolution in the brand’s digital and creative journey.
Swan Hellenic has announced the expansion of its North American sales team, in a bid to strengthen the company’s presence across the region and provide greater support to its travel partners. 

Cruise Line Joins Forces with MD Anderson’s Allison Institute to Advance Lifesaving Cancer Research.
Princess Cruises has announced Hampton Water Rosé as the latest addition to the Love Line Premium Liquors Collection. 
Strengthening its long-standing partnership with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH), Fincantieri has secured a new order for the construction of an ultra-luxury cruise ship to be operated by Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
In honor of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Carnival Cruise Line, in partnership with the Orlando Veterans Affairs Healthcare System (Orlando VA), and the Gary Sinise Foundation, today (November 8, 2025) welcomed nearly 100 local veterans, 