Cruise News

  • MSC Cruises recently kicked off its 2024-25 cruise season in Brazil with the arrival of the MSC Seaview in Santos. After crossing the Atlantic in late October, the 2018-built vessel started its first cruise from Brazil on Nov. 10, 2024. To mark the start of th…
  • The Caledonian Sky could be set for a new home in late 2025 following her European season with Travelmarvel. The former Renaissance ship is set for a dry dock and update in April ahead of her summer program in the Mediterranean. After that, the vessel could be…
  • Industry leaders in China have seen a shifting consumer that is willing to spend more money, but stressed product innovation and improvements must continue, they said at the 2024 Shanghai International Cruise Summit Ben Bouldin, President of Royal Caribbean In…
  • Mitsui Ocean Cruises has partnered with Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) and various local port and tourism boards to enhance its shore excursion offerings, according to a company statement. The collaboration aims to lever…
  • Bodrum Cruise Port and Marella Cruises teamed up for a social responsibility initiative focused on environmental conservation and maritime education, according to a press release. The initiative began with a beach cleanup at Giritli Teyze Beach, where high sch…
  • Ambassador Cruise Line has announced updates to its executive team, aligning with strategic growth objectives and a focus on enhancing guest experiences, according to a company statement. Simon Weeks has been appointed chief revenue officer, a new role that ex…
  • Resorts World Cruises celebrated the inaugural arrival of the Genting Dream, in Melaka on Monday, November 11, according to a press release. The ship was greeted with traditional performances and an official ceremony at the ICQS Complex, attended by Melaka’s C…
  • In honor of Veterans Day, Margaritaville at Sea is offering a limited number of complimentary double-occupancy cabins to qualifying heroes on Bahamas sailings starting in January 2025, according to a press release. The promotion is available to U.S. military s…
  • Global Ports Holding Limited (GPH) has appointed Andrew Stuart, Scott Auty and Florian Hubel to its Board of Directors, according to a press release. These appointments support GPH’s strategic growth and new partnership initiatives following its recent privati…
  • A&P Falmouth, part of the APCL Group, has been awarded a new contract with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines to carry out the next drydocking of Balmoral this December, according to a statement. This latest contract will result in the third Fred. Olsen refit to be…
  • Virtuoso has unveiled 2025 travel trends in its recent Luxe Report based on feedback from its travel advisor members across 58 countries. Five key trends were identified, first is the so-called “coolcation” with more travelers requesting cold weather destinati…
  • A medical emergency onboard the Explorer of the Seas is causing a three-day delay in the ship’s arrival at PortMiami. Currently offering a 12-night trans-Atlantic crossing, the ship was initially scheduled to arrive in Florida on Nov. 14, 2024. According to a …
  • The Carnival Luminosa sailed into Brisbane on Sunday, Nov. 10, to begin its third summer season homeported at the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal, according to a press release. At the same time, Carnival underlined it will sail year-round from Queenslan…
  • The Port of Albany in Western Australia welcomed the Crown Princess for the first time on Monday, November 4, 2024. The 2005-built Princess Cruises ship received a cultural welcome arranged by Southern Ports for Captain Lye, as well as the ship’s 3,000 guests …
  • Royal Caribbean International is shortening a cruise onboard the Voyager of the Seas due to a drydock delay. Initially set to depart on Nov. 10, 2024, the ship’s trans-Atlantic crossing is now set to start one day later, the company said in a statement sent to…
  • The Port of San Sebastián de La Gomera welcomed the Hanseatic Spirit for its maiden call on October 27, according to a press release. Operated by Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, the 2021-built expedition ship arrived carrying 131 passengers and 166 crew members onboard. …
  • Princess Cruises has announced its 2026 Canada & New England season, featuring the return of the Majestic Princess and the Sapphire Princess’s first-ever season in the region. Homeports include New York, Boston and Québec City. To mark the 250th anniversar…
  • Alternative fuels and the need to reduce emissions are demanding new and improved marine lubricants, according to Dr. Olivier Denizart, technical manager of Lubmarine, a division of Total Energies. “Today, lubricant manufacturers like ourselves are simultaneou…
  • The Port of Funchal welcomed a trio of cruise ships on Friday, November 8, including the Explora II on its maiden call, alongside the Costa Pacifica and MSC Poesia. The triple call brought over 8,000 visitors, the port said in a statement.  The Explora II, mak…
  • Eden Cruise Wharf is set to welcome the largest cruise ship to ever dock at its port on Monday, November 11, when the Royal Princess arrives carrying 3,560 passengers. This will mark the first arrival of a larger vessel following recent planning approval from …
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