AmaWaterways aims to stand out with new logo
It’s a new year, bringing with it a new look for AmaWaterways. The river cruise line has swapped its crown logo with blue shades for an abstract “A” and blush color. (more…)
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Josh Weinstein, President & CEO of Carnival Corporation & plc, named Chair of the Global Executive Committee of Cruise Lines International Association
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading authority of the global cruise community, today announced that Josh Weinstein, CEO of Carnival Corporation & plc, has been named Chair of CLIA’s Global Executive Committee (GEC) for a two-year term from 2026 through 2027. (more…)
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Viking and PGA TOUR Announce New Partnership
Viking and the PGA TOUR today announced a new multi-year marketing partnership that designates Viking as the Official Cruise Line of the PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions. (more…)
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Cruise Planners Debuts ‘Free Trip’ Franchise Recruitment Program
In a strategic move to attract the next generation of franchisees, Cruise Planners unveiled what it said is the travel industry’s first “Free Trip” Franchise Program, offering prospects a complimentary getaway when they acquire a franchise from the host agency. (more…)
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ALMACO Group Delivers Provision Stores for Celebrity Cruises’ Fifth Edge-Class Vessel
ALMACO Group is pleased to announce the successful delivery of provision stores onboard Celebrity Cruises’ fifth Edge-class vessel, Celebrity Xcel, built at Chantiers de l’Atlantique. (more…)
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Mayor Levine Cava, Royal Caribbean Group, and partners celebrate groundbreaking of new Cruise Terminal G at PortMiami
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners, PortMiami Director and CEO Hydi Webb, and Royal Caribbean Group Chairman and CEO Jason Liberty led a groundbreaking ceremony for the future new Cruise Terminal G at PortMiami. (more…)
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Disney Cruise Line’s new Disney Adventure departs on Singapore repositioning
Disney Adventure, the largest cruise ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, has departed Bremerhaven, Germany for a transatlantic crossing to the Bahamas. (more…)
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Royal Caribbean’s Royal Beach Club Paradise Island Is Now Open
Royal Caribbean’s Royal Beach Club Paradise Island is officially open. The first-of-its-kind beach club destination welcomed its first vacationers Dec. 23, debuting an all-inclusive beach day that combines the vibrancy and beauty of The Bahamas with Royal Caribbean signature touches. (more…)
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Cruise ship collides with another vessel amid ‘high wind’
Windy weather caused an expedition cruise ship to collide with another vessel in Ushaia, Argentina. (more…)
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Boat Bike Tours Adds North America Sales Development Manager
Boat Bike Tours, the leading operator of cruise-and-cycle tours in Europe, has hired Kristen Babis as Sales Development Manager for North America. (more…)
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World-Renowned Comedy Sensation Tape Face to Perform Live Aboard Star Voyager from 9 Jan – 5 Feb 2026 Sailings
StarCruises is delighted to announce that Star Voyager will bring laughter to the high seas as internationally acclaimed silent comedy star Tape Face takes the stage for a limited-time performance run from 9 January to 5 February 2026 sailings, during the ship’s seasonal deployment from Singapore and Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang). (more…)
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Uniworld Celebrates 50 Years of Redefining Luxury River Cruising in 2026
Uniworld’s ‘Golden Anniversary’ Commemorates Five Decades of Industry Innovation with Exclusive Experiences and Savings. (more…)
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Meaningful Personalized Sales Recommendations. Unlocking Revenue Potential with the MXP365 Digital Guest Journey
With the MXP365 Digital Guest Journey, guests enjoy personalized recommendations powered by MXP AI. (more…)
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Oceania Cruises® Unveils Dramatically Evolved Suites for Oceania Sonata™
Oceania Cruises unveils lavishly reimagined and newly designed suite accommodations aboard Oceania Sonata, the first ship in the highly anticipated Sonata Class, debuting August 2027. (more…)
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Aurora Expeditions Appoints Sue Haefner as Director of Trade Marketing, North America
Aurora Expeditions has appointed Sue Haefner as Director of Trade Marketing, North America, strengthening the company’s trade marketing and advisor engagement capabilities across the region. (more…)
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HX Expeditions Celebrates 130 Years of Exploration with Up to 30% Off All-Inclusive Expeditions This WAVE Season
Plus, receive up to £200 per person in onboard credit to spend on experiences, wellness treatments and more. (more…)
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Oceania Cruises® Announces Transition to Adults-Only Experience
Oceania Cruises is ushering in a new era of tranquility and sophistication at sea. (more…)
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Norwegian Cruise Line Is Making A Splash This Winter With The Opening Of An All-New Expansive Pool And More Guest Experiences At Great Stirrup Cay, Its Private Island In The Bahamas
Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL) has unveiled new images of the first highly anticipated enhancements to Great Stirrup Cay, its private island in the Bahamas – a 1.4-acre pool area featuring an expansive heated pool, Splash Harbor splash pad for young guests, Vibe Shore Club for adults and much more. (more…)
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Silver Muse returns to service following extensive refit and capacity increase
Silversea’s Silver Muse has returned to service following a major refit and refurbishment at the Fincantieri shipyard in Palermo, Italy that has resulted in a substantial increase in guest capacity and a series of onboard modifications. (more…)
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Aqua Expeditions Appoints Michelin-Starred Chef Karime López For Aqua Lares
Chef Karime López will define the culinary vision aboard Aqua Lares, Aqua Expeditions’ newest ultra-luxury expedition yacht launching in 2026, delivering a destination-driven dining experience at sea. (more…)
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Russia Set to Subsidize Cruise Line Startup
A new government-backed cruise operation could be launched later this spring in the Russian Far East. (more…)
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Twins’ Twin Paddle Steamers to Champion Slow Travel on Murray River
Twins Craig and Rohan Burgess are leading a bold new chapter for river cruising in regional Victoria, committing $8 million to build two luxury paddle steamers aimed at celebrating the art of slow travel. (more…)
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APT Travel Group Launches ‘Book to Board’ Agent Incentive. Agents can win a cruise for two and £500 of weekly prizes for each booking made
APT Travel Group has launched its new Book to Board agent incentive, giving agents the chance to win a cruise for two plus £500 in weekly prizes for every booking made with APT Luxury and Travelmarvel. (more…)
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Aurora Expeditions Marks 35 Years of Exploration with Global Anniversary Offer Across Antarctica, The Arctic and Beyond
Aurora Expeditions is marking 35 years of pioneering expedition travel with a special 35th anniversary offer, featuring savings of up to 35% on a selection of thoughtfully curated expeditions across Antarctica, the Arctic and Small Ship journeys through culturally rich coastlines and remote island regions in 2026 and 2027. (more…)
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Princess Cruises Expands Northern Europe Portfolio with Unprecedented Itineraries and Shore Excursions for 2027
Princess Cruises is launching an extended Northern Europe program for 2027, offering 48 voyages to 54 incredible destinations across 18 countries. (more…)
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Bremerhaven Cruise Port Concludes 2025 Season with Solid Performance
Bremerhaven Cruise Port, operated by Global Ports Holding, has concluded the 2025 cruise season with a solid operational performance, reinforcing its position as one of Northern Europe’s established turnaround ports and setting a positive outlook for the 2026 season. (more…)
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Agent places now open as CLIA’s Expedition Showcase returns to Svalbard
Agents can now apply for a place for Cruise Line International Association’s (CLIA) Expedition Showcase 2026. (more…)
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Portsmouth International Port launches its 50th year with a jam-packed 2026 cruise schedule
Portsmouth International Port is set to reinforce its position as the UK’s leading port for boutique cruising. (more…)
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MSC World Europa set for 2nd consecutive Middle East winter season in 2027/28
MSC World Europa is scheduled to return to the Middle East for a second consecutive winter season in 2027/28, reinforcing the cruise line’s continued commitment to the Arabian Gulf as a core seasonal deployment region. (more…)
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Port Tampa Bay making upgrades after a record-breaking 2025
Port Tampa Bay is preparing for a busy year after a record-setting 2025. Last year, the port saw over 1.6 million cruise passengers, which is a new record for Tampa. (more…)
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Grounded Australian cruise ship is back afloat as multiple investigations begin
Authorities looking into what caused the grounding of Coral Adventurer. (more…)
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Adventures by Disney Offers New River Cruise Experiences in 2027
Adventures by Disney is improving its Rhine River Cruise itinerary in 2027, adding more Disney magic to the experience, along with a new pre-cruise experience for Danube River Cruise guests. (more…)
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Supports Local Conservation Efforts with Suffolk Wildlife Trust
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Port of Cleveland to renovate, not relocate, cruise dock amid waterfront overhaul
The Port of Cleveland plans to keep the city’s cruise dock at its current downtown location and make improvements to its appearance and accessibility, ending years of discussion about relocating the facility along the lakefront. (more…)
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Norwegian Cruise Line Faces Backlash From Travelers Confused By Quiet Rebranding
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) just got travelers confused over its seemingly quiet brand refresh. (more…)
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StarCruises Teams Up with Under Armour for Fitness @ Sea aboard Star Voyager
Get ready to sweat, sail and recharge as StarCruises teams up with Under Armour to launch Fitness @ Sea, a fun and high- energy fitness cruise experience aboard the Star Voyager, sailing from 19 to 23 January 2026. (more…)
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Hawaii climate cruise ship tax temporarily halted, but hotel levies go ahead
The levies aim to boost funds for protecting Hawaii’s nature and environment. (more…)
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Caribbean Travel Disrupted Following U.S.-led Ousting of Venezuelan President
As a result of the United States’ government capture of embattled Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro and the escalation of military activity in the South American country, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has temporarily restricted U.S. airline companies from traveling to and from several airports in the Caribbean region. (more…)
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New Zealand turned its cruise crisis around – here’s what Australia can learn from the Kiwis
Since introducing a national cruise strategy, involving their cruise association, the wider cruise industry and the New Zealand government, New Zealand has proved what a dedicated and coordinated policy can do for the industry. (more…)
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Kenya Welcomes Crystal Symphony Cruise Ship with Over 500 Tourists
Kenya continues to strengthen its position as a leading cruise tourism destination in Africa following the arrival of the luxury cruise vessel MV Crystal Symphony at the Port of Mombasa, carrying 501 tourists and 498 crew members. (more…)
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