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Fire on Costa Smeralda Causes Evacuation
Finish shipyard Meyer Turku revealed that there was a fire on Costa Smeralda's Deck 15 on Monday, March 18. Stored equipment inside the ship caught...
March 19, 2019
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Carnival to Can and Keg Private Label Craft Beers
Carnival Cruise Line announced it had partnered with Lakeland, Fla-based Brew Hub in order to become the first cruise company to can and keg its own...
March 19, 2019
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Perfect Day at CocoCay to Boast the Caribbean’s Largest Wave Pool
Royal Caribbean’s private island, that is due to open in May, is promising to be a cruise destination both adults and kids will enjoy. Perfect...
March 19, 2019
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Canaveral Port Authority and Carnival Break Ground for Cruise Terminal 3 Complex
At an official space-themed ceremony on Monday, March 18, the Canaveral Port Authority and cruise partner Carnival Cruise Line broke ground for the...
March 19, 2019
Cruise Industry
First Steel Cut for a New Viking Cruises Ship
The official steel cutting ceremony of the 7th ship that Fincantieri is building for Viking Cruises, took place on Monday, March 18, at the shipyard...
March 19, 2019
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Royal Caribbean Introduces 2020-2021 Winter Caribbean Itineraries
Royal Caribbean announced its tropical escapes for the 2020-2021 winter season. The cruise line is introducing diverse offerings throughout the...
March 18, 2019
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New Dining Options Revealed for Carnival Splendor
Carnival Cruise Line revealed the much-anticipated dining options aboard Carnival Splendor ahead of the ship's arrival in Australia in December 2019...
March 18, 2019
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Juneau Reaches an Agreement Over the Way It Spends Cruise Passenger Fees
The City and Borough of Juneau reached an agreement with an industry group that represents cruise companies over the way it is spending money...
March 18, 2019
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VIDEO: Costa Smeralda Floated Out
Costa Cruises celebrated the official float-out of its new ship, Costa Smeralda, at Meyer shipyard in Turku, Finland on Friday, March 15. As part of...
March 18, 2019
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Vantage Cruise Line Launches First Small Ocean-Going Ship
Marking a major milestone in the history of Vantage Deluxe World Travel, Vantage Cruise Lines announced it will expand its world-class fleet of ships...
March 17, 2019
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VIDEO: First Look at Carnival Mardi Gras Staterooms
Carnival Cruise Line's newest ship, Mardi Gras, which is scheduled to debut in late summer 2020, is expected to boast an array of architectural...
March 17, 2019
Cruise Industry
Major Milestone Completed in the Construction of American Countess
The leader in United States' overnight river cruising, American Queen Steamboat Company, completed a major milestone on Friday, March 15, in the...
March 17, 2019
Cruise Industry
Ferry Contracts Could Cost Millions More If Brexit Is Delayed
The UK government will have to spend tens of millions more than it already has to maintain all passenger ferry contracts it currently has in...
March 16, 2019
Cruise Industry
VIDEO: Scarlet Lady Ship Tour
Virgin Voyages released a new video of its Scarlet Lady, one of the most innovative ships of recent times, the first of 4 sisters for the company...
March 16, 2019
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Port of Seattle to Build 3rd Cruise Terminal
On Wednesday, March 13, Port Seattle began the process of building a US$200 million cruise terminal along Seattle's waterfront. The cruise...
March 16, 2019
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Ferryboat Services to Connect Turkey’s Izmir and Greece's Athens
Ferryboat services between Cesme district in Izmir province, western Turkey and the coastal town of Lavrion close to Athens in Greece will...
March 16, 2019
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Bookings Open for Silversea’s Expedition World Cruise 2021
From today, March 15, 2019, the general sale of the Expedition World Cruise 2021 of Silversea is open. Unlocking a selection of travel experiences in...
March 15, 2019
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NCL Rasing Daily Service Charges
Norwegian Cruise Line is raising their daily service charges on all cruises. This is the line's first increase since April 1, last year. The increase...
March 15, 2019
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Hapag-Lloyd Expedition Fleet to Sail Without Heavy Oil
Together with the introduction of expedition cruise catalogs for the 2020-2021 season, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises also announced that low-pollutant MGO...
March 15, 2019
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VIDEO: Hull Artwork Revealed for Explorer Dream
Genting Cruise Lines unveiled the design and concept behind the new artwork which is due to adorn the hull of Dream Cruises’ Explorer...
March 15, 2019
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MSC Cruises Confirms US$2.3 Billion Cruise Ship Order
MSC Cruises signed final contracts with Fincantieri for the building of 4 small luxury ships. The new vessels will be 64,000 GT and feature 481...
March 15, 2019
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Crystal Opens Bookings for Endeavor
Adventurous luxury passengers can already book their 2021 expeditions onboard Crystal Endeavor, as reservations opened for the full year of the polar...
March 14, 2019
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Carnival Cancels Visits to Antigua
President of the Antigua and Barbuda Cruise Tourism Association, Nathan Dundas, said the island could lose a considerable amount of money as a result...
March 14, 2019
Cruise Industry
First Steel Cut for Holland America's New Ship
The steel cutting ceremony for the 3rd ship that Fincantieri is building for Holland America took place on Wednesday, March 13, at the shipyard in...
March 14, 2019
Cruise Industry
Seabourn Announces Name of New Expedition Ship
Seabourn announced that it will name its first new ultra-luxury expedition ship Seabourn Venture. This way, the cruise company is paying tribute to...
March 14, 2019
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Avalon Waterways' Passengers to Chart Their Own Course in 2020
In 2020, Avalon Waterways passengers will have the chance "to chart their own course, at their own pace", before or after the cruise with the company...
March 13, 2019
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VIDEO: Carnival Freedom Boasts After Refit
Carnival Freedom underwent a multi-million-dollar renovation which added various exciting experiences, such as an expansive WaterWorks aqua park, a...
March 13, 2019
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Marlink to Supply Global Connectivity Services for OAT Fleet
Marlink entered into an agreement with OAT (Overseas Adventure Travel) to supply its market-leading satellite voice & data connectivity services...
March 13, 2019
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P&O Cruises Reveals Winter Programme for 2020-2021
P&O Cruises unveiled its winter 2020-2021 programme, which features 206 new voyages and the first winter season of Iona. Highlights of the winter...
March 13, 2019
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VIDEO: Emmanuel Renaut Restaurant Added to Sky Princess
Marking the first time in the history of the cruise line, Princess Cruises introduced a new French restaurant to North American passengers. La...
March 12, 2019
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