Cruise News

  • The Disney Destiny will feature a range of hero and villain-themed attractions inspired by Disney, Pixar and Marvel, according to a press release. Launching in late 2025 from Port Everglades, Florida, the Disney Destiny will offer a range of hero-themed experi…
  • Macquarie has upped its price target on Royal Caribbean Group shares to $189 from $165. The company said that Royal Caribbean’s “continued positive momentum” supports the higher price target. “RCL delivered another quarter ahead of guid…
  • Windstar Cruises will commemorate its 40th anniversary with two special cruises: the Aegean Sea Odyssey on October 12 aboard the Star Legend, and the Treasures of the Greek Isles on October 13 aboard the Wind Spirit. The Star Legend and the Wind Spirit are set…
  • Uniworld Boutique River Cruises announced its third “Rivers of the World” cruise for 2026, according to a press release. Departing on April 16, 2026, this 50-night world tour celebrates the brand’s 50th anniversary. The voyage will start in Brussel…
  • Carnival Cruise Line is launching a multi-year partnership with the Leagues Cup soccer tournament in North America, as the event’s official cruise line partner, according to a press release. The tournament features 47 clubs from Major League Soccer (MLS) and L…
  • According to reports in German media, Hansa Touristik is preparing to restart its cruise operations using the former Minerva in 2025. The company previously halted its oceangoing activities in 2023 when its sole ship, the chartered Ocean Majesty, was converted…
  • Scenic Group announced in a press release its acceptance into The Affluent Traveler Collection, Travelsavers and Nest networks of the American Marketing Group (AMG). As a preferred partner of The Affluent Traveler Collection, Scenic Group joins an exclusive gr…
  • MAN PrimeServ has announced that starting in 2025, it will offer a retrofit package to convert conventional MAN four-stroke engines to dual-fuel methanol operation. According to a press release, customers will initially be able to upgrade existing MAN 48/60 en…
  • Intellian Technologies Inc. announced in a press release the completion of the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for its new TVRO (Television Receive-Only) system, the t360CK. Accomplished with the support of partners DVS and MTN SAT, the successful FAT testing co…
  • Virgin Voyages announced the introduction of 8 Legs Run Club, the first of its kind onboard, according to a company statement. Launching this fall, the 8 Legs Run Club (8LRC) is designed for all experience levels, from seasoned half-marathoners to those just s…
  • Royal Caribbean Cruises announced that it has priced its private offering of $2.0 billion aggregate principal amount of 6.000% senior unsecured notes due 2033. The aggregate principal amount of Notes to be issued was increased from the previously announced off…
  • Cruise Saudi has announced its participation in the United Nations Global Compact, promoting sustainable and socially responsible business practices, according to a press release. By joining the United Nations Global Compact, the company pledges to integrate i…
  • Holland America Line is introducing a new series of 2026 cruises to take guests to experience celestial events, according to a company statement. Starting July 31, travelers can book these special Celestial Cruises to see sights like the Northern Lights, a tot…
  • Ambassador Cruise Line has announced a new partnership with Baggex, a dedicated luggage delivery service, to enhance the guest experience. Under the partnership, Baggex will manage all luggage requirements for Ambassador’s guests. The partnership ensure…
  • Chantiers de l’Atlantique has selected TMC Compressors (TMC) to supply the marine compressed air system for the two cruise ships under construction for Orient Express Silenseas, according to a press release. According to the company, TMC will supply a co…
  • Royal Caribbean Cruises announced in a press release the launch of a private offering of $1.5 billion in senior unsecured notes due in 2033. According to a statement, the company plans to use the proceeds from this sale, along with borrowings from its revolvin…
  • According to the latest edition of the Global Cruise Ship Index by Cruise Industry News, the average age of a cruise ship is 17.5 years. With a total of 13 vessels set to enter service by the end of the year, the average  age of the global cruise ships will in…
  • Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced two new incentives for its North American travel advisors in a recent press release. From July 15 to August 31, 2024, advisors can participate in a booking contest to win a complimentary Regent cruise for two on a select…
  • The Aranui 5 recently arrived in the fishing village of Teahupo’o to function as a floating hotel for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. The 254-guest vessel is serving as an Olympic Village for sports delegations participating in the surfing competitions, …
  • Princess Cruises, in collaboration with Hollywood’s Magic Castle, announced three exclusive packages for its second Conjurer’s Cruise onboard the Sun Princess, according to a press release. Sailing November 9-16, 2024, roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale…
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