Norwegian cruise ship rescues 63 people in Ionian Sea
A Norwegian Cruise Line ship rescued 63 people in the Ionian Sea on October 22. The Norwegian Epic provided medical evaluation, food, and comfort to the rescued individuals. (more…)
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Oceanwide Expeditions 2025-2026 Antarctic expedition cruise season began today (22 October 2025) with the company’s first voyage of the season departing Puerto Madryn, Argentina, on a Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Antarctica Photographic Special itinerary. 


A new Latin music experience at sea brings handpicked Latin artists, Puerto Rican flair and Nicky Jam’s top hits aboard Valiant Lady from December 5–13, 2025.
It’s a celebration seven days a week as Royal Caribbean marked the first of many milestones for the seventh Oasis Class vacation in the fleet. 
American Cruise Lines has announced brand new 15-day Northwest National Parks cruises operating roundtrip from Tacoma, Washington in September 2026.
Members of the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO) gathered in Oslo today for the Annual General Meeting (AGM), a key forum for setting strategic direction, and reviewing environmental priorities, and strengthening collaboration across the Arctic expedition cruise industry.
The Arctic Expedition Cruise Week, hosted by the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO), brought together industry leaders, destination representatives, local stakeholders, and government partners through three key events to advance sustainable and responsible expedition cruising in the Arctic. 
Princess Cruises revealed its elegant Royal Princess has been named World’s Best Culinary Cruise Ship by the prestigious World Culinary Awards, celebrating the very best in global gastronomy.
Viking has announced the naming of its nine newest river ships, including the company’s 100th ship, during a simultaneous ceremony in Basel, Switzerland.
Carnival Valor to Homeport in Mobile, Expanding Capacity and Cruise Options for Guests, While Carnival Glory and Carnival Conquest Resume Florida Sailings.
Celestyal Cruises has confirmed that both its vessels, Celestyal Journey and Celestyal Discovery, will sail through the Red Sea without passengers ahead of the start of their 2025/26 winter deployment in the Arabian Gulf.
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.
New partnership brings global cruise operators stronger data protection,
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.
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.
Silversea has highlighted its largest-ever voyage collection for summer 2027 and winter 2027-28, scheduled to depart between February 2027 and May 2028. 
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.
This 8-year collaboration positions both companies at the forefront of the energy transition within the cruise and maritime sectors. 
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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. 
