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MSC World Asia to debut expanded luxury retail experience
MSC Cruises has revealed an expanded onboard retail programme for MSC World Asia, introducing a broader selection of luxury boutiques, family...
August 3, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Sitka and cruise industry reach partial agreement on onboard sales tax collection
The City and Borough of Sitka and the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) have reached agreement on several aspects of sales tax collection...
August 3, 2026 - Cruise Industry
VIVA Cruises introduces limited-time group offer for 2026 and 2027 river voyages
VIVA Cruises has launched a limited-time promotion for group bookings across its entire 2026 and 2027 river cruise programme, offering complimentary...
August 3, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Tallink charters Romantika ferry for Mediterranean Games accommodation in Italy
AS Tallink Grupp has signed a charter agreement with the Organising Committee of the Mediterranean Games Taranto 2026 under which the cruise ferry...
August 3, 2026 - Accidents
Douro River reaches capacity for river cruise ships
The Port Authority of the Douro informed river cruise companies in March that the Douro River has reached its maximum capacity for cruise ships...
August 2, 2026 - Accidents
At least 5 dead and 41 missing after ferry fire off Indonesia's Madura Island
At least 5 people have died and 41 remain missing after the Indonesian ferry Mutiara Sentosa 2 (IMO 9021382, 1992-built) caught fire off Madura...
August 2, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Suez Canal expands cruise incentive program with Ismailia Marina stopovers
The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) has expanded its cruise incentive program by allowing ferries and cruise ships calling at Timsah Lake to use the...
August 2, 2026 - Accidents
6 Passengers reported after unauthorized PA announcements aboard MSC Divina
Italian authorities have launched an investigation after six passengers allegedly gained unauthorized access to the public address (PA) system aboard...
August 2, 2026 - Accidents
(NCL) 45-yo Norwegian Getaway cruise passenger charged after discovery of child sexual abuse...
A Florida man is facing federal charges after U.S. authorities allegedly discovered child sexual abuse material on his mobile phone during a...
August 1, 2026 - Cruise Industry
RSSC-Regent Seven Seas Cruises to expand suites on Explorer-Class ships
RSSC-Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced an extensive stateroom enhancements for its Explorer Class ships. The project will introduce larger...
August 1, 2026 - Cruise Industry
MSC Cruises opens bookings for 3rd Alaskan season in 2028
MSC Cruises has opened bookings for its third consecutive Alaska season, with MSC Poesia scheduled to return to the region for a series of 7-night...
August 1, 2026 - Accidents
(CCL) 44-yo Carnival Glory cruise passenger arrested following alleged assault on two children
On July 27th, a 44-year-old passenger from Georgia, USA, was arrested after Carnival Glory returned to Port Canaveral, Florida, following allegations...
August 1, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Mexico doubles cruise ship tourist fee
Beginning August 1st, cruise ship tourists visiting Mexican ports will pay a higher Non-Resident Duty (Derecho de No Residente/DNR), with the tourism...
July 31, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Oceania Cruises to retire Sirena following sale in 2028
Oceania Cruises will retire Oceania Sirena from its fleet in the spring of 2028 following an agreement for the vessel's sale, parent company...
July 31, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Princess Cruises marks 25 years of shore power operations in Juneau
Princess Cruises is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its shore power partnership in Juneau, Alaska, marking a milestone in the cruise industry's...
July 31, 2026