Sleep Like It’s 1896: HX Expeditions Launches Immersive Vintage Cabin Experience for Its 130th Anniversary
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Scenic Ikon: A New Luxury Cruise Ship launching in April 2028
Scenic Group has announced the launch of Scenic Ikon, a new luxury cruise ship set to debut in April 2028. The 205-meter-long vessel will offer ultra-luxury expedition cruising experiences, catering to discerning travellers. (more…)
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VikingCloud and MXP Join Forces to Strengthen Maritime Cybersecurity
New partnership brings global cruise operators stronger data protection,
streamlined compliance, and scalable cloud security. (more…)
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Aurora Expeditions Becomes World’s First Cruise Line to Integrate Cutting-Edge AI Routing via CounterCurrent
Aurora Expeditions has announced a new sustainability collaboration with Australian climate-technology company CounterCurrent, integrating its pioneering AI-powered navigation system aboard the new Douglas Mawson. (more…)
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Royal Caribbean Group’s Galveston Terminal Secures Two Additional Industry-First LEED Certifications
Royal Caribbean Group’s (NYSE: RCL) Galveston Cruise Terminal (GCT) is the first cruise terminal to formally achieve both Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) Net Zero Energy and LEED Net Zero Carbon certifications for its ongoing operations. (more…)
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Endless Entertainment On Celebrity Xcel, As Celebrity Cruises’ Most Expansive Offering Ever Sets Sail
With unforgettable new shows in The Theatre, immersive new dance parties, interactive activities, live music and unexpected surprises throughout the day, guests will find entertainment options to match every mood. (more…)
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Silversea Showcases Largest-Ever Voyage Collection for 2027-28
Silversea has highlighted its largest-ever voyage collection for summer 2027 and winter 2027-28, scheduled to depart between February 2027 and May 2028. (more…)
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Celebrity Edge Returns Down Under For Third Season
Celebrity Edge has officially commenced her third Australia season offering travelers a premium, immersive way to explore some of the most remarkable destinations across Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. (more…)
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Global Ports Holding Signs 15-Year Concession to Operate Casablanca Cruise Port
Global Ports Holding is pleased to announce that it has signed a 15-year concession agreement with Agence Nationale des Ports (“ANP”) to operate the Cruise Terminal in Casablanca. (more…)
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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings and Repsol Sign Long-Term Agreement to Supply Renewable Fuels in Barcelona
This 8-year collaboration positions both companies at the forefront of the energy transition within the cruise and maritime sectors. (more…)
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MSC Group Marks Back-to-Back Shore Power Milestone in Malta
MSC Group’s Cruise Division has reached another major milestone in its decarbonization journey. (more…)
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MSC World Asia To Offer Largest Variety Of MSC Yacht Club Suites, Including Brand-New Royal Duplex Suite
MSC World Asia will offer the widest variety of MSC Yacht Club suites to date, with seven different categories to choose from, including the brand-new Royal Duplex Suite. (more…)
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MSC Cruises Serves As Title Sponsor For Austin 2025 Grand Prix™, Announces Continued Partnership With Formula 1® For 2026 Season
Fresh off the heels of serving as the title sponsor of the Austin GRAND PRIX™, MSC Cruises today announced that it will be the proud title sponsor of three 2026 Formula 1® World Championship Grand Prix races, in Austin, Texas; Barcelona, Spain; and São Paulo, Brazil. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Introduces its Five New 2026 James Beard Foundation® Chefs Plus Exclusive Itineraries with GALLO Luxury Wine Group
The small-ship cruise line rings in 10 years of collaboration with the James Beard Foundation by introducing five new James Beard chef-led culinary sailings, plus exclusive GALLO Luxury Wine voyages with top California vineyards. (more…)
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National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions Unveils Complete 2027-28 Deployment
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions announces the full release of its highly anticipated 2027–28 deployment, inviting guests to embark on innovative voyages to rediscover all seven continents from an ever-evolving perspective aboard a world-class expedition fleet. (more…)
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AIDA Cruises returning to South Africa for 2027/28, Middle East cruises remain on hold
AIDA Cruises has launched its 2027/28 winter programme, featuring more than 300 cruises across a range of destinations including South Africa, the Indian Ocean, Canary Islands, Caribbean, South America, and Northern Europe. (more…)
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HX Expeditions Launches ‘Silent Science Boats’ in the Antarctic and Arctic to Reduce Underwater Noise
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Hurtigruten’s ‘Ripple Report’ Reveals Over €200m Boost for Norway’s Coastal Communities
A new economic impact study, referred to as the ‘Ripple Report’, has highlighted how Hurtigruten’s iconic Norwegian coastal voyages significantly strengthen the local economy in the communities they visit, proving that cruise tourism can be a key driver in Norway if local value creation is prioritised and sustainably managed. (more…)
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Explora Journeys announces exclusive Prelude Journey for EXPLORA III, an exclusive behind-the-scenes debut
Explora Journeys announced an exclusive opportunity for select guests to be the very first to experience EXPLORA III ahead of her official launch and Maiden Journey. (more…)
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AAA Predicts Record 21.7 Million to Cruise in 2026
2026 is expected to mark the fourth consecutive year of record cruise passenger volume. (more…)
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Turkey Welcomes Over 1.7 Million Cruise Passengers In Nine Months
Turkey is seeing a major surge in cruise tourism, with coastal regions attracting record numbers via the sea – the most in over a decade. (more…)
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Musandam in Oman prepares to welcome winter cruise tourists with new developments
The Musandam Governorate in northern Oman is gearing up for the winter tourism season with a series of new initiatives, infrastructure projects, and heritage site restorations aimed at enhancing its appeal to both cruise passengers and independent travellers. (more…)
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Egypt’s cruise comeback highlighted by Norwegian Viva Alexandria Port calls
Egypt’s resurgence as a cruise destination is gathering pace, with Alexandria Port recording multiple high-profile visits this autumn, signalling renewed confidence in the country’s Mediterranean and Red Sea potential after a decade of gradual recovery. (more…)
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New Africa Cruise Itineraries Are Coming to Both Sides of the Continent
Under the forest tapestry of fluffy fruit bats and intersecting branches, I crept closer to a prehistoric-looking giant tortoise that had taken refuge in the shade of some shrubbery. (more…)
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French Riviera finalises cruise limits
Cruise ship restrictions in the French Riviera have been finalised, following the announcement of new measures by the Prefect of the Alpes-Maritimes and the Maritime Prefect of the Mediterranean. (more…)
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Carnival Cruise Line Celebrates 25 Years of Fun from Galveston with Milestone Celebration
Carnival Cruise Line celebrated 25 years of sailing from Galveston with a festive event aboard its flagship, Carnival Jubilee. (more…)
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First Ship Marks Start Of Cruise Season In South Australia
The first cruise ship to South Australia for 2025-26 arrives at Outer Harbor today, kicking off a season which will welcome new cruise ships to the State, a new destination, and new tour experiences for passengers. (more…)
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Sail to Two of UNESCO’s Natural Wonders. Halong Bay and Ninh Binh in One Epic Cruise
Discover the best of northern Vietnam on Pandaw’s “Halong Bay & Red River” expedition, a journey that blends breathtaking landscapes with authentic cultural encounters. (more…)
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Kobe: On Pace for Record Cruise Season
Kobe is on pace to have 141 calls this year, the highest number since 2018, and growth is set to continue in 2026, said Mitsuki Iba from the Cruise Promotion Division at the Port and Harbor Bureau, Kobe City Government (Port of Kobe). (more…)
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Virgin Voyages Unveils Brilliant Lady in Miami with a Glamorous Star-Filled Celebration
Richard Branson talks Virgin Voyages’ new “Brilliant Lady” as ship makes dazzling Miami debut (CBS Miami)
Miami turned up the heat last week as Virgin Voyages threw a star-studded celebration to welcome its newest ship, Brilliant Lady, to the city. (more…)
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MSC Cruises promotes Alyshia Bartlett to head of sales UK
MSC Cruises has promoted Alyshia Bartlett to head of sales UK as it looks to reinforce its commitment to its trade network. (more…)
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Riviera to host 2026 Advantage Latitude Cruise Conference
The Advantage Travel Partnership has confirmed Riviera Travel as the sponsor and host of the Latitude Cruise Conference 2026. (more…)
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GTT, Bloom Energy and Ponant Explorations Group partner on integrated energy system for sustainable shipping
GTT, Bloom Energy and Ponant Explorations Group announced a joint innovation project to develop an integrated energy system combining Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC) powered by LNG1 with Marine Carbon Capture (MCC) designed to cover the vessel’s energy needs related to onboard consumption. (more…)
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New Caribbean Travel Series Blends Food, Culture and Exploration. The new series is focused on the culinary world of the Caribbean
NextTrip has announced the launch of “TIDE”, a new original travel series set to premiere exclusively on JOURNY’s streaming and on-demand platforms. (more…)
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Explora Journeys releases Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve cruise itineraries
Explora Journeys will celebrate the festive season in the Caribbean under the theme Currents of Connection, bringing together guests aboard Explora I and Explora II for voyages that emphasise reflection, discovery, and reconnection. (more…)
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Explora Journeys and Clarendon Fine Art unveil an exclusive onboard art experience
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Princess Cruises Unveils 2027/2028 West Coast Season Featuring Mexico, Hawaii & California Coast
Princess Cruises announced its 2027-2028 West Coast season, offering travelers a collection of warm-weather escapes during the cooler months. (more…)
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PortMiami welcomes 10 new cruise ships for the 2025-2026 cruise season
PortMiami is delighted to announce the arrival of 10 new cruise ships, including five new build vessels, to the Cruise Capital of the World® for the 2025-2026 cruise season. (more…)
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Victoria’s cruise season sails to a close as final ships arrive from Alaska
With two cruise ships set to arrive from Alaska this weekend, Victoria’s cruise ship season for 2025 is coming to a close. (more…)
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Juneau’s 2025 cruise ship season comes to a close
The Norwegian Encore departs Juneau Tuesday night. It’s the last cruise ship of 2025, and it marks the end of a nearly 200-day tourism season. (more…)
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