Cruise News

  • P&O Cruises has introduced Eyeconic, a specialized photography service capturing high-definition images of the iris, according to a press release. This unique method creates detailed artwork by photographing the eye’s colored part with continuous lig…
  • Virgin Voyages partnered with Virgin Red to launch the Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard, a new credit card offering various perks, according to a press release. Issued by Synchrony and set to launch in fall 2024, the new credit card will offer the opportunity to …
  • Princess Cruises has introduced MedallionNet Max, an advanced onboard Wi-Fi service designed to cater to the needs of digitally connected travelers, according to a press release. Princess will now offer two tiers of Wi-Fi service: MedallionNet Classic and Meda…
  • With onboard revenue playing an increasingly larger role for the bottom line, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) reported gross onboard spend per passenger per day estimated at $126.85 and net $98.51 (after related costs) for the second quarter ended June 3…
  • Transcend Cruises and Den Breejen Shipyard have finalized a contract for the construction of Transcend’s inaugural river cruise ship, according to a press release. The delivery of the first vessel is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2025, with a secon…
  • The Silver Nova is completing its first year in service this month. After being delivered by the Meyer Werft shipyard, the vessel entered service for Silversea Cruises on August 14, 2023. As t first in a new series of ships that also includes the Silver Ray, t…
  • Ponant announced the appointment of José Roncero as the director of business development – Latin America, according to a company statement. Based in Mexico City, Roncero will apply his over 15 years of experience in the luxury travel and cruise industry to ove…
  • MSC Cruises announced a partnership with Apple Original Films for the upcoming Formula 1 movie ‘F1,’ starring Brad Pitt, according to a press release. Set for a global release in June 2025, the film will feature the MSC Cruises logo, appearing on t…
  • Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has introduced a new incentive for agents, offering shopping vouchers for all new 2024 bookings made in August, according to a press release. This incentive applies to new bookings on any cruise in Fred. Olsen’s 2024 program. Additiona…
  • Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours is offering last-minute deals on sailings for 2024, exploring destinations in the Caribbean as well as Greenland and the Canadian Arctic, according to a press release. Departing from New York City on October 12, 2024, the Berm…
  • The Grand Turk Cruise Center (GTCC) is introducing new public access guidelines starting on August 15, 2024. According to a press release, the new policy was created to reflect the shared desire for residents to continue to enjoy the facilities as well as prov…
  • The Allure of the Seas is set for a $100 million upgrade in April 2025, Royal Caribbean International announced in a press release. The refurbishment, which is part of the company’s Royal Amplified refit program, will see the creation of new venues and feature…
  • Ponant has launched sales for a 10-day voyage along the Vietnamese coast, sailing from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Ha Long this fall, according to a press release. The exclusive voyage aboard Le Lapérouse departs from Ho Chi Minh City on November 29, 2024. Th…
  • Windstar Cruises has announced its 2026 European Voyages, featuring new ports and itineraries, according to a press release. The 2026 European season includes 15 new itineraries, 34 inaugural ports, new Star Collector sailings and Windstar’s first Solar …
  • The Zuiderdam is currently offering Holland America Line’s Voyage of the Vikings. After sailing from Boston in late July, the ship is kicking off the second leg of the 35-night itinerary today. Part of the company’s Legendary Voyages program, the c…
  • The New York Power Authority (NYPA) and New York State Canal Corporation have announced the launch of a new On the Canals Accessibility Education Program. This new initiative will work to establish exclusive recreational opportunities across the 524-mile New Y…
  • The latest update of global cruise ship orderbook includes the most recent orders from Carnival Cruise Line and Oriental Land Co (OLC), which will operate a Disney-branded ship in Japan. By adding four vessels to the lineup of newbuilds set to debut through 20…
  • Norwegian Cruise Line will add 24 new staterooms to the Norwegian Encore in a drydock scheduled for late this year, matching what it did on a recent drydock for the Norwegian Joy. In addition are a number of changes to the premium suites in the ship’s Haven, N…
  • P&O Cruises has entered into a multi-year partnership with Southampton Football Club as the club’s official sleeve partner, according to a press release. The P&O Cruises logo will be prominently displayed on the sleeves of the men’s, women’s, and acade…
  • At least two Carnival Cruise Line ships had to change their schedules due to the impact from Hurricane Debby. According to the company’s weather contributor, Amy Sweezey, the Carnival Paradise and the Carnival Elation had their returns to Florida altered…
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