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CCL-Carnival’s April 2026 tariff update for crew gratuities and Bottomless Bubbles (unlimited...
In the latest dispatch to those booked aboard its vessels, CCL-Carnival Cruise Line outlined an adjustment to charges that will shape the accounts of...
February 3, 2026 - Cruise Industry
MSC Explora Journeys' newest ship EXPLORA III scheduled for early entry into service
MSC Explora Journeys has released further details of its upcoming vessel EXPLORA III, which is scheduled to enter service ahead of the previously...
February 1, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Atlas Ocean Voyages/AOV announces guest chefs for 2026 European cruises
Atlas Ocean Voyages/AOV has confirmed the lineup of internationally recognised chefs, pastry specialists, culinary historians and a master sommelier...
January 31, 2026 - Cruise Industry
P&O Cruises schedules 9 Food Heroes voyages for 2026
P&O Cruises has confirmed the return of its Food Heroes program for 2026, outlining a series of food-themed and chef-hosted voyages. The program...
January 27, 2026 - Cruise Industry
New specialty dining venues on Diamond Princess ship
Princess Cruises has expanded the onboard culinary program on Diamond Princess, commissioning two specialty dining venues that are now open for...
January 26, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Mein Schiff Flow reveals InTUItion-class design and suite concept ahead of Dubai debut
TUI Cruises has detailed the design and hospitality framework that will shape the onboard experience aboard Mein Schiff Flow, the cruise line’s...
January 17, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Celebrity Xcel extends Mediterranean discovery through The Bazaar
Celebrity Xcel introduces an onboard approach to destination immersion that continues well beyond time spent ashore through The Bazaar, a multi-use...
January 17, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Azamara launches fleetwide “Azamara Forward” enhancement program
Azamara Cruises has announced the introduction of Azamara Forward, a comprehensive fleet enhancement program representing the most extensive...
January 16, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Chef Karime López appointed to lead culinary programme aboard Aqua Lares
Aqua Expeditions has confirmed that Chef Karime López will develop the culinary program for Aqua Lares, the company’s forthcoming ultra...
January 11, 2026 - Cruise Industry
MSC Cruises presents 2026 season and updated brand campaign
MSC Cruises has presented details of its 2026 season, positioning the programme as an opportunity for travellers to plan structured itineraries while...
January 9, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Margaritaville at Sea plans fleetwide introduction of High Tide Market
Margaritaville at Sea has confirmed plans to introduce High Tide Market, a new food hall concept that will be deployed across its fleet beginning in...
December 28, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Crown Princess returns to service following Singapore drydock
Crown Princess has resumed operations following a scheduled drydock in Singapore, re-entering service with a series of venue upgrades and general...
December 23, 2025 - Cruise Industry
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line introduces limited-time All-In-One Value Packages for 2026
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has introduced two new bundled fare options designed to simplify onboard spending and provide greater cost predictability...
December 15, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Margaritaville at Sea enhances fleet amenities and dining
Margaritaville at Sea has expanded its onboard offerings fleetwide, introducing new amenities and dining formats on its two vessels, MAS Islander and...
December 12, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Virgin Voyages opens industry-wide Status Match for elite travellers
Virgin Voyages has launched what it describes as the broadest Status Match programme in the cruise sector, extending recognition of elite loyalty...
December 12, 2025