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In 2024, the Port of Heraklion welcomed a record number of cruise passenger arrivals, according to a press release.
From January to August 2024, the port welcomed 348,249 cruise passengers, up from 233,783 during the same timeframe in 2023.
Notably, July 2024 …
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Aurora Expeditions has announced its 2026 Arctic and Beyond season, featuring new voyages to Southeast Asia, the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Coast.
The season includes 42 departures, with expeditions to Indonesia and Borneo, and a chance to view the 2026 so…
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Holland America Line’s Westerdam sailed from Seattle on Sunday for a 53-night cruise to Japan and the Pacific.
Part of the company’s Legendary Voyages program, the “Majestic Japan” itinerary features visits to over 20 destinations befor…
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has appointed Doug Glenwright to its newly created position of guest experience director.
With 20 years of travel industry experience, Glenwright will oversee the enhancement of guest experiences across all aspects of the company, ensu…
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BC Group announced the appointment of Thomas Martin as area manager for the Canary Islands, based at the company’s offices in Gran Canaria.
In his new role, Martin will oversee daily operations and business development for BC Group in the Canary Islands. Repor…
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Azamara Cruises has announced its 2026 summer sailings, featuring 77 new itineraries.
The Azamara Journey, Azamara Quest and Azamara Onward will cruise across Europe, with extended stays in the Mediterranean, Greece, Northern Europe, Ireland and the British Is…
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Hurtigruten has launched its “Norwegianess” campaign following its Made in Norway certification from Innovation Norway.
The campaign highlights the company’s Norwegian heritage through witty promotions featuring local idioms and scenic imagery. Tra…
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Holland America Line’s Pinnacle Grill is updating its menu to feature regional dishes alongside its Prime steaks, according to a press release.
The new offerings include seafood, chicken, lamb and vegetarian options, with Chef David Burke’s signature dishes re…
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Explora Journeys has named Rosalba Giugni as the godmother of its newest ship, the Explora II.
The official naming ceremony will take place on September 15, 2024, in Civitavecchia, Italy.
Giugni is the founder and president of the Marevivo Foundation, a non-…
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Oceania Cruises has introduced Your World Included, offering an updated selection of amenities that are now always included for all guests, reinforcing their brand promise, “Your World. Your Way.”
Starting October 1, 2024, for new reservations on sailings depa…
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The Ilma officially kicked off its maiden season for The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection earlier this week.
After being delivered by the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in mid-July, the 456-guest vessel received its first paying guests on Sep. 2, 2024.
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Spain-based startup Alma Cruceros announced it is looking to raise another 2.5 million euro and will invest in what it said was an international expansion.
The Spanish cruise line intends to start service next summer in the Mediterranean on the chartered Ocean…
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Costa Cruises’ 2024 cruise capacity is concentrated in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.
According to the 2024 Cruise Industry News Annual Report, over 55 percent of all the company’s capacity in 2024 will be dedicated to one of these two regi…
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The Resorts World One, with support from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, will make its debut in the Gulf on November 1, 2024.
Homeported at DP World’s Mina Port Rashid, the ship will offer three weekly cruises: a two-night Sir Bani Yas Weekend Cru…
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Villa Vie Residence’s Odyssey departed from the Harland & Wolff shipyard on Wednesday for a set of sea trials outside Belfast.
After arriving at the facility in late April, the 1993-built vessel spent the last four months undergoing preparations for …
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Wilhelmsen Ships Service has launched a new brand, Navadan by Wilhelmsen, following the successful integration of Stromme and Navadan into its portfolio.
According to a press release, the strategic move aligns with Wilhelmsen’s goal to enhance its market…
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Corvus Energy announced that the Corvus Pelican Fuel Cell System has received Type Approval from DNV.
According to the company, this is the first inherently gas-safe Fuel Cell System (FCS), making it the safest in the market. DNV’s approval confirms the…
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MAN PrimeServ Hamburg, MAN Energy Solutions’ largest service center, is updating its core services in response to industry trends, such as alternative fuels, larger vessels and shorter port stays, by enhancing its workshop services and focusing on in-situ repa…
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Carnival Cruise Line has opened bookings for its 2026-27 sailings from Tampa and Mobile, offering cruises to The Bahamas, the Caribbean and the Panama Canal.
“As America’s cruise line, we continue to sail from more U.S. homeports than any other line and our 20…
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Windstar Cruises has opened bookings for sailings on the Star Seeker, set to join the fleet in December 2025, with itineraries covering the Caribbean, Alaska and Japan.
The Star Seeker’s maiden voyage begins on December 28, 2025, from Málaga, Spain, with a spe…
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