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The SS United States is scheduled to depart from Philadelphia next week, Okaloosa County’s Tourism Development Department, Destin-Fort Walton Beach, Florida, said in a press release.
After postponing previous plans to move the ship earlier this month, the coun…
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The new National Geographic Delfina is embarking on its maiden voyage for National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions this weekend.
Acquired from Celebrity Cruises in 2024, the 16-guest catamaran became the third vessel in the company’s Galapagos Islands fleet.
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Celebrity Cruises is cancelling two departures onboard the Celebrity Solstice due to an adjustment of the ship’s drydock schedule.
According to statements sent to booked guests, the sailings previously scheduled to take place on Jan. 15 and Jan. 27, 2026, are …
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Cordelia Cruises said it is planning to expand, according to a press release.
Following a board meeting in Mumbai, the company said it will increase capacity with the addition of two ships at approximately 2,000 guests each.
“The board further decided, s…
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Swan Hellenic has launched Love Aboard, a service offering non-denominational commitment ceremonies aboard its ships.
Couples can exchange vows and celebrate in remote destinations, from the Arctic to Africa.
“There’s nothing more romantic than a couple exchan…
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Ambassador Cruise Line has launched its Bloomin’ Great Spring Deals Campaign, offering discounts on select sailings for the 2025, 2026 and 2027 seasons.
Guests booking between February 13 and April 2, 2025, can receive 30 percent off for a second guest and 15%…
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Jaakko Eskola has been appointed executive chair of the Board of Directors for Meyer Turku Oy, according to a press release.
“With Jaakko Eskola, we engage a proven professional who has an international maritime background and is well-established in the Finnis…
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With the former Song of America arriving in Alang to be dismantled, Cruise Industry News looks at the last five cruise ships that have been retired permanently.
Celestyal Olympia
Former names: Song of America, Sunbird, Thomson Destiny and Louis Olympia
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The Alaska cruise market is set for an eventful season in 2026, with the arrival of newbuilds, the debut of new brands and the return of a cruise line.
MSC Cruises is one of the three companies set to offer their inaugural seasons in Alaska in 2026.
After repo…
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The Paul Gauguin has recently arrived in Singapore to undergo a multi-million-dollar refurbishment project.
As part of one of the largest refits taking place in 2025, the 1997-built ship is now scheduled to undergo a seven-week drydock that will include upgrad…
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Hurtigruten has introduced a Buy One, Get One Free offer on select departures of its six-day Original Coastal Express voyage from Kirkenes to Bergen, available for bookings through February 21, 2025.
The limited-time promotion applies to sailings from April to…
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Coral Expeditions has announced its 2026 Tasmania season, marking the 10th year of expedition cruising aboard the Coral Discoverer.
The program features new and returning itineraries along Tasmania’s coastline.
“Tasmania is a unique and pristine island at the …
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Cunard has launched an enhanced selection of gift packages for couples celebrating Valentine’s Day aboard its fleet.
The new offerings include champagne celebrations, intimate dinners and exclusive amenities to elevate the onboard experience.
Guests can now ch…
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Norwegian Cruise Line has appointed Derek Lloyd as vice president of strategic and national accounts.
He succeeds Brennan Quesnele, who will become senior vice president of sales at Oceania Cruises, effective Feb. 24, 2025.
The company said in a press release …
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Royal Caribbean International’s 2026-27 season on the West Coast will feature three ships, the company announced on its website.
The Voyager of the Seas and Ovation of the Seas will sail from Los Angeles, while the company will also mark its return to San Dieg…
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The Almaco Group has announced the completion of a refurbishment project the Aroya.
The vessel, which underwent renovations in Bremerhaven and Rotterdam for several months, reached its homeport in Jeddah at the beginning of December, the group said in a press …
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The Hurtigruten Group has announced the completion of its acquisition by a consortium of investors, including existing investors led by Arini Capital Management, AlbaCore Capital and Barings.
The group said in a press release that the transaction’s closi…
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The Board of Directors of Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.75 per common share payable on April 4, 2025, to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 7, 2025.
The company also announced today that its B…
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Cunard has announced its plans to reach over 250 travel agents across more than 60 stores as part of its first nationwide 2025 sales blitz in the UK.
The company said in a press release that from Feb 17 to 28, a team will deliver in-person news about the line&…
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Oceania Cruises has announced the appointment of Brennan Quesnele as the company’s new senior vice president of sales, effective Feb. 24, 2025.
Oceania said in a press release that Quesnele will report directly to Frank A. Del Rio, president of Oceania.
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