Cruise news (UK-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
Cunard brings Acosta Danza to sea with special residency on Queen Victoria
Cunard has announced a special 6-week residency of the renowned Cuban ballet company Acosta Danza aboard Queen Victoria from May 26th to July 7th...
October 5, 2024 - Accidents
Villa Vie Odyssey finally sets sail after 4-month delay
The Villa Vie Odyssey finally departed from Belfast (Northern Ireland) on Monday night (September 30th) after a 4-month delay but encountered further...
October 4, 2024 - Accidents
Villa Vie Odyssey remains anchored after 2 failed departure attempts
Villa Vie Odyssey ship, stranded in Belfast for 4 months, remains anchored off Northern Ireland's coast after 2 unsuccessful departure attempts for...
October 3, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Riviera River Cruises UK announces Riviera Resplendence ship (2026) and itineraries
Riviera River Cruises is set to launch its newest riverboat - Riviera Resplendence, in 2026, alongside 5 new itineraries and an exclusive voyage...
October 2, 2024 - Cruise Industry
England's Port of Tyne celebrates 25 years of cruising with record passenger numbers
Marking 25 years of cruise shipping operations, the Port of Tyne/Newcastle (England) has achieved significant growth in 2023, welcoming a record...
October 1, 2024 - Accidents
Villa Vie Residences' ship Odyssey departs Belfast on Around The World Cruise
There was a modest display of applause and cheers of “hip, hip hooray” as the announcement was made that the cruise ship Villa Vie...
October 1, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Cunard unveils extended shore excursions for South America 2025 voyages
Cunard Line has announced an array of extended shore excursions as part of its return to South America in 2025, marking its first operation in the...
September 26, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Fred Olsen UK launches its first Mystery Cruise since 2019
The UK-based company Fred Olsen Cruise Lines will reintroduce its mystery cruise concept for the first time since 2019. On November 12th, the...
September 24, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Brittany Ferries prepares for Saint-Malo ship's delivery after successful sea trials
China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Weihai) recently completed sea trials for the Saint-Malo ferry/Ro-Pax ship ordered by Sweden’s Stena...
September 23, 2024 - Accidents
Gastrointestinal illness outbreak affects 70+ aboard P&O UK’s ship Arcadia
70+ individuals on P&O UK's ship Arcadia experienced a gastrointestinal illness outbreak during a recent voyage. According to the Centers for...
September 22, 2024 - Cruise Industry
CLIA UK & Ireland announces 2025 conference in Southampton
CLIA UK & Ireland has announced that its 2025 conference will be held in Southampton from May 22nd-24th. This annual event, now in its 17th year...
September 21, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Virgin's ship Scarlet Lady set for major upgrades during 2024 drydock refurbishment
Virgin Voyages' ship Scarlet Lady is set for significant upgrades during a drydock refurbishment in November 14th-28th, 2024. The enhancements will...
September 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Riviera River Cruises UK unveils new ship and themed itineraries for 2026
Riviera River Cruises UK (fleet) is set to introduce a new riverboat - Riviera Resplendence, in 2026. Alongside the launch, the company has...
September 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry
RMS Titanic's shipbuilder Harland & Wolff files for bankruptcy
The British shipbuilder Harland & Wolff, renowned for constructing the RMS Titanic, has entered administration after failing to secure sufficient...
September 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines expands independent exploration options with TUI Musement
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines has partnered with TUI Musement to offer guests greater flexibility in exploring destinations independently during their...
September 12, 2024