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Sapphire Princess returns to service with new culinary offerings
After a 2-week drydock in Portland, Oregon USA, the ship Sapphire Princess has resumed service featuring several upgrades and the introduction of two...
October 15, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Las Palmas Port opens Europe’s largest cruise terminal
The new terminal at Las Palmas Port, now recognized as the largest cruise facility in Europe, commenced operations on October 2nd, 2025, with the...
October 15, 2025 - Cruise Industry
P&O's ship Britannia homeported in Southampton for Winter 2027-2028
P&O Cruises has announced that its flagship Britannia will be based in Southampton for the first time during the winter season of 2027–2028...
October 15, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Emerald Astra starts Danube and Rhine cruises in May 2026, with godmother Toni Day
Emerald Cruises has confirmed that Emerald Astra, the newest vessel in its Star Ship fleet, will commence service on the Danube and Rhine rivers in...
October 14, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Crystal Cruises confirms construction milestones for first newbuild ship
Crystal has confirmed two key milestones in the construction timeline for its first new ship in a quarter century, marking a significant step in the...
October 14, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Oceanwide Expeditions' ship Ortelius underwent technical upgrades
The polar cruise company and travel brand Oceanwide Expeditions has completed two major technical projects aboard MV Ortelius aimed at improving...
October 14, 2025 
Investigations follow sexual assault on Costa Favolosa ship
An incident of serious concern was reported aboard the Costa Favolosa on Thursday, October 9th, involving the alleged sexual assault of a female crew...
October 14, 2025- Cruise Industry
Oceania Allura to be christened under the patronage of Food & Wine’s Best New Chefs
Oceania Cruises has announced that the Food & Wine magazine’s renowned Best New Chefs franchise will serve as the official godparent of the...
October 14, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Costa Serena to serve as hotel ship during 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games
Costa Cruises’ vessel Costa Serena will be deployed as a floating accommodation vessel during the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in Japan. The...
October 13, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys opens sales for F1 Paddock Club experience aboard Explora I
Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, has opened reservations for its F1 Paddock Club™ VIP Hospitality program for...
October 13, 2025 - Cruise Industry
P&O Cruises’ Iona undergoes first scheduled drydock in Rotterdam
P&O Cruises’ flagship Iona has entered Damen Shiprepair Rotterdam for her first planned drydock since commencing service in 2021. The...
October 13, 2025 
RCI-Royal Caribbean changes Liberty OTS itinerary to avoid Tropical Storm Jerry
RCI-Royal Caribbean International has revised the itinerary of Liberty of the Seas in response to the projected path of Tropical Storm Jerry. The...
October 13, 2025- Cruise Industry
Cunard's ship Queen Elizabeth opened 2025–2026 Panama Canal cruise season
Cunard's cruise ship Queen Elizabeth has completed her northbound passage through the Panama Canal, marking the official commencement of the 2025...
October 12, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Silversea expands its immersive portfolio with global cultural and natural encounters
Silversea continues to refine its approach to experiential travel, offering guests privileged access to some of the world’s most...
October 12, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Costa Cruises redefines shore excursions with 4 specialized categories
Costa Cruises has introduced a structured approach to its shore excursion program, dividing its offerings into four distinct categories designed to...
October 12, 2025