Cunard Reveals Itinerary for America’s 250th Anniversary Cruise
Cunard has unveiled the itinerary for its cruise celebrating America’s 250th birthday in New York. (more…)
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Carnival Corporation Marks First Meal Donation in Latin America
Carnival Corporation announced its first surplus meal donation in Latin America, establishing a pathway for Carnival Cruise Line ships visiting Roatán. (more…)
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Small Ships, Big Experiences: Cruise Critic’s Guide to the Best Small Ship and Expedition Cruise Lines
Cruise Critic’s latest small-ship guide highlights 19 lines reshaping the cruise experience, from polar expedition vessels and Galapagos specialists to wind-powered yachts and ultra-luxury newcomers. (more…)
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MAIB publishes report on cruise ship propulsion loss incident that led to passenger death
The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published its investigation report on the loss of propulsion that led to a passenger’s death and numerous injuries on the cruise ship Spirit of Discovery on November 4, 2023. (more…)
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The Cruise Lines Welcome the New Tender Berth Pier at the Old Port of Mykonos
The cruise lines welcome the completion of the new tender berth pier at the Old Port of Mykonos, a small but crucial infrastructure improvement designed to strengthen safety, improve passenger flow and enhance the overall cruise guest experience. (more…)
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Canaveral Port Authority CEO Capt. John W. Murray Inducted into International Maritime Hall of Fame
In recognition of a distinguished maritime career spanning five decades, Captain John W. Murray, CEO of the Canaveral Port Authority, was inducted into the International Maritime Hall of Fame (IMHOF) during a ceremony hosted by the Maritime Association of the Port of New York and New Jersey (MAPONY/NJ) at Chelsea Piers in New York City. (more…)
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Holland America Line Opens Bookings for 2028 Grand Voyages
Holland America Line opened bookings for its 2028 Grand Voyages, revealing extended itineraries aboard Volendam and Zaandam that span six continents and focus on marquee destinations, scenic cruising and longer stays. (more…)
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Carnival Cruise Line Unveils New Pool Area and Brand Identity For Roatán Destination Isla Tropicale
Carnival Cruise Line yesterday (May 20) debuted a new logo and pool area called Mangrove Bay at their exclusive destination Isla Tropicale in Roatán, Honduras. (more…)
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Carnival Glory Sets Sail From Port Canaveral with New Enhancements
Carnival Glory is debuting a series of onboard updates following recent in-service work, designed to elevate the guest experience, as the ship departs from Port Canaveral today. (more…)
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Azamara Journey Debuts New Entertainment Experiences at Sea
The new program expands Azamara Cruises’ onboard entertainment following its debut aboard Azamara Pursuit. (more…)
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Popular cruise line’s giant beach park blocked by Mexico after local backlash erupts
After weeks of backlash from local residents and environmental advocates, Mexican officials announced they will reject Royal Caribbean’s proposal to build a massive water park along the country’s Caribbean coastline (Perfect Day Mexico). (more…)
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Virgin Voyages Kicks Off Inaugural Alaska Season
Virgin Voyages has officially kicked off its inaugural Alaska season. Brilliant Lady is sailing 17 new voyages spanning 12 destinations from now through September. (more…)
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Supreme Court revives damages suit against cruise ship companies that docked in Cuba
The Supreme Court subjected the world’s largest cruise ship companies to a stiff headwind on Thursday, reviving a claim that alleged they trafficked in property confiscated by the Cuban government when they docked their ships in Havana. (more…)
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Mitsui Ocean Cruises Reveals 27 New Japan Sailings for 2027
Mitsui Ocean Cruises has unveiled its 2027 cruise season aboard the Mitsui Ocean Fuji and Mitsui Ocean Sakura. (more…)
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Windstar offers 52-day South Pacific cruise from Singapore to Papeete
Windstar Cruises has opened bookings for a 52-day South Pacific voyage from Singapore to Papeete, with fares starting from $21,553 per person under an early booking offer. (more…)
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Major cruise weekend in Copenhagen
May 16-17 was a weekend marked by high passenger volumes and smooth cruise operations in the Danish capital with five vessels calling at Langelinie and Oceankaj. (more…)
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Azamara Cruises Unveils 2028 Sailings Designed for Deeper Discovery
With more than 360 late nights and overnights, a first-ever full Asia season, and 12 maiden ports, the 2028 itineraries expand opportunities for meaningful destination immersion. (more…)
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Dover welcomes four cruise ships in one day for the first time
Dover Cruise has delivered its busiest cruise day ever after Celebrity Eclipse, Viking Sky, HX Expeditions’ MS Fram and Ponant’s Le Bellot all sailed into the Kent port simultaneously on Friday 8th May for the Port’s first four-ship day. (more…)
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Carnival Legend Emerges from Dry Dock Showcasing New “From Sea to Shining Sea” Bow Crest
Carnival Cruise Line is reinforcing its position as America’s Cruise Line with a new look across its fleet. Today, Carnival Legend returned to service after a 16-day dry dock in Freeport, debuting the cruise line’s new “From Sea to Shining Sea” bow crest ahead of Memorial Day weekend. (more…)
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AD Ports Group launches cruise and ferry terminal services in Egypt
UAE port operator the AD Ports Group has commenced cruise services at its three terminals in Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, and Safaga in Egypt, in addition to facilitating ferry services connecting the ports of Safaga and Neom to support transport of Hajj workers between Egypt and Saudi Arabia. (more…)
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American Cruise Lines Celebrates Christening of American Encore
The ceremony took place in Lewiston, Idaho, during the five-deck vessel’s inaugural sailing, the 9-day “Columbia & Snake Rivers” cruise that departed from Stevenson, Washington. (more…)
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Seabourn Introduces Regionally Inspired Culinary Program Aboard Seabourn Encore For Inaugural Alaska Season
Seabourn has unveiled a new regionally inspired culinary program created specifically for the line’s Alaska season. (more…)
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Hebridean Island Cruises Launches 2027 Itinerary for ‘Lord of the Highlands’ Ship
Hebridean Island Cruises has launched the 2027 collection of voyages for its 38-guest ship, Lord of the Highlands, featuring signature journeys through the intricate waterways of the Caledonian Canal and the Great Glen and the Highlands and islands of Scotland, a selection of theme cruises and four brand new itineraries. (more…)
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Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours Accepted Into Luxury Travel Group Virtuoso as a Regional Partner
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours has announced its acceptance into Virtuoso’s exclusive travel network as a regional partner serving the group’s member agencies and their travel advisors in Latin America and the Caribbean; the U.S. and Canada. (more…)
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Regent enhances sleep experience across higher suites on new ship Seven Seas Prestige
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has partnered with Italian bedmaker Flou to introduce a new sleep-focused accommodation concept aboard its upcoming vessel Seven Seas Prestige, scheduled to launch in December 2026. (more…)
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The Port of Roses anticipates seven cruise calls and 2,700 passengers this season
The ports of Palamós and Roses anticipate 72 cruise calls, with about 70,000 passengers and an estimated economic impact of €6.6 M within the territory. (more…)
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Silversea Kicks Off 2026 Alaska And Arctic Seasons, Showcasing Unmatched Destination Leadership
Silversea has kicked off its 2026 Alaska and Arctic seasons, underscoring the brand’s destination leadership across two of the world’s most remote and awe-inspiring regions. (more…)
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Costa Cruises Unveils Flexible Booking Offer for Med Sailings
Costa Cruises has presented its “Change for Free” offer, allowing guests to plan their trips with more flexibility, according to a statement. (more…)
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VIKAND Appointed Healthcare Partner for Salén Ship Management’s Expedition Cruise Ships
VIKAND, the global leader in maritime healthcare solutions, today announces a new partnership with Salén Ship Management, reinforcing a shared commitment to delivering high-quality medical care and reducing operational risk across expedition cruise operations in some of the world’s most remote regions. (more…)
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Cruise travel between China, South Korea reaches new record with some 2,700 passengers disembarking in Shanghai, boosted by visa‑free policy
The largest one-time inflow of South Korean tourists to China on a single cruise voyage was recorded on Tuesday in Shanghai, when the cruise ship Costa Serena returned to Shanghai’s Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal after a one‑year hiatus, the China News Service reported. (more…)
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Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem get signature Vibe Beach Club during refit
Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem have returned to service following scheduled drydock periods, with both vessels introducing Norwegian Cruise Line’s Vibe Beach Club as part of wider refurbishment work. (more…)
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China’s Second Domestically Built Cruise Ship Starts Trials
The Adora Flora City, China’s second, large, domestically built cruise ship, began sea trials over the weekend. (more…)
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Viva Cruises Christens New Ship During Ceremony in Paris
Viva Cruises officially christened its new ship, the Viva Beyond, during a ceremony in Paris, France, on May 8, 2026. (more…)
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Regent Seven Seas Cruises® Reveals Immersive All-Included Shore Excursions for Seven Seas Prestige™
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled its all-included immersive shore excursion program for voyages aboard Seven Seas Prestige™, the line’s first new ship class in a decade. (more…)
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VidantaWorld Voyages Unveils 2027 Mediterranean Sailings for ELEGANT Featuring Cannes Film Festival
VidantaWorld Voyages has announced 2027 Mediterranean itineraries for its ultra-yacht ELEGANT, highlighted by a rare total solar eclipse sailing positioned in the path of totality in the Mediterranean – offering guests one of the most distinctive and precisely positioned travel experiences available in Europe. (more…)
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AmaWaterways Launches Richest Memorial Day Offer to Date with Complimentary Land Packages and Savings up to $2,500 per Stateroom
Exclusive One-Week Offer Creates Exceptional Added Value Across Europe and Colombia River Cruise Journeys. (more…)
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Riverside Luxury Cruises Strengthens Sales Team Amid Strong Booking Growth with Two New Hires
Riverside Luxury Cruises, Europe’s newest and most luxurious river cruise line, today announced the appointment of two new hires to the North America sales and marketing team: Evi Nikolaidou, Director of Sales, MICE and LATAM and David Semerad, Inside Sales Executive. (more…)
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Hantavirus-hit cruise ship ends deadly voyage
A cruise ship that sparked global alarm after a deadly outbreak of hantavirus ended its voyage by docking in Rotterdam harbour Monday, with the skeleton crew facing weeks of quarantine. (more…)
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Msc Euribia’s Northern Europe Season Is Underway, Inviting Travelers To Experience The Magic Of The Fjords This Summer
MSC Cruises has officially kicked off MSC Euribia’s Northern European season, marking the start of unforgettable summer sailings through some of the region’s most sought-after and breath‑taking landscapes. (more…)
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Crystal Expands Travel Advisor Support with Launch of Approach Guides
Crystal announced today a new collaboration with Approach Guides launching an innovative suite of marketing technologies designed to help travel advisors more effectively promote Crystal voyages, engage clients and increase bookings with ease. (more…)
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