Cruise news (Portland ME USA-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America unveils expanded 2026 Canada & New England itineraries
HAL-Holland America Line will expand its Canada and New England USA season in 2026, adding more cruises, call ports, and overnight port stays. The...
October 15, 2024 - Accidents
Fire breaks out on AQV's Ocean Navigator cruise ship in Portland ME
During a scheduled stop in Portland Maine, the 2001-built Ocean Navigator ship, operated by AQV-American Queen Voyages, faced an unexpected incident...
October 19, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Pilot program to reduce traffic when cruise ships visit Portland ME
Cruise shipping operations in Portland Maine have long been seen as a boon for the waterfront, contributing positively to the local economy. However...
September 23, 2023 - Accidents
Cruise lines change itineraries as Hurricane Lee reaches New England USA and Canada
Post-tropical cyclone Lee arrived in Canada on Saturday, September 16th, ushering in heavy rainfall, potent winds, and storm surges affecting sectors...
September 17, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Crystal Cruises' ships Serenity and Symphony in 2025 visit 281 ports/112 countries
Crystal has unveiled its 2025 itineraries for Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony, following the brand's acquisition by the A&K Travel Group...
September 14, 2023 - Cruise Industry
ACL's first new Coastal Catamaran (American Eagle) enters service
ACL-American Cruise Lines introduced its newest ship - Coastal Cat American Eagle (catamaran-design vessel). The inaugural voyage was marked by a...
August 30, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Seabourn unveils 24 voyages to Alaska, Canada and New England USA (summer & fall 2025)
Following Seabourn's recent announcement disclosing their 2025 itineraries, the focus now shifts to the upcoming plans. The array of cruises for 2025...
August 25, 2023 - Cruise Industry
MSC Meraviglia starts an inaugural voyage from NYC to Bermuda
MSC Cruises' ship MSC Meraviglia embarked on her inaugural journey from NYC New York to Bermuda/King's Wharf on August 21st, marking the beginning of...
August 22, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Scenic Cruises' superyachts (Azzurra, Sakara, Eclipse 2) deployed in the Caribbean in 2023
Scenic Group has announced that 3 of its superyachts - Emerald Azzurra, Emerald Sakara, and Scenic Eclipse II, will be sailing in the Caribbean...
July 25, 2023 - Cruise Industry
MSC Meraviglia’s autumn 2023 schedule includes itineraries from NYC to Canada/New England
MSC Cruises is offering captivating fall 2023 voyages scheduled for MSC Meraviglia ship along the east coast of North America and up to Canada...
July 17, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Scenic Eclipse II to offer Bermuda and Caribbean 3- and 5-day voyages from USA
Scenic Eclipse II, the recently named ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht by Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, will begin her inaugural season in the...
June 24, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Crystal Cruises announces 4 "Grand Journey" extended voyages for 2024
The relaunched Crystal Cruises has unveiled 4 "Grand Journey" extended voyages scheduled for 2024, featuring a prominent 68-night itinerary from...
May 24, 2023 - Cruise Industry
MSC Meraviglia cruise ship arrives at homeport NYC New York
MSC Cruises' Meraviglia-Class vessel MSC Meraviglia arrived on Thursday, April 20th, at her new homeport - NYC's Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. This...
April 21, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Pearl Seas Cruises announces major interior redesign of its Pearl Mist ship
To celebrate the opening of the 2023 season, Pearl Seas Cruises announced a complete interior redesign of its Pearl Mist ship. The company has...
April 1, 2023 - Cruise Industry
ACL-American Cruise Lines launches 60-day B2B itinerary on 3 ships (4 rivers/coast-to-coast USA)
ACL-American Cruise Lines created a 60-day itinerary combining 4 major rivers and 2 coasts onboard 3 ships. The company is calling it "the longest...
March 27, 2023