Cruise news (UK-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
New £70M Isle of Man ferry terminal in Liverpool set to open by end of June
The new GBP 70 million Isle of Man Ferry Terminal in Liverpool UK is anticipated to open by the end of June, according to the infrastructure minister...
June 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Ambassador Ambience is the longest ship at Port Aberdeen (Scotland)
On June 14th, the Port of Aberdeen (Scotland) marked a historic milestone by welcoming the 245-meter Ambience ship, the longest vessel ever to visit...
June 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Villa Vie Residences postpones Odyssey's launch amid technical issues
Villa Vie Residences, a startup specializing in round-the-world residential cruises, has postponed its launch date once again. The Villa Vie Odyssey...
June 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry
P&O Cruises UK offers special OBC/onboard credit promo for Mediterranean itineraries
P&O Cruises UK is offering additional OBC/onboard credit (spending money) for bookings made within the next month. Up to GBP 520 per balcony...
June 17, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Saga launches 5 new travel insurance plans for the 50+ market
The UK-based company and travel brand Saga, specializing in products and services for individuals over 50, has unveiled an expanded suite of travel...
June 16, 2024 - Cruise Industry
No 2024 sailings for Marella Cruises from Port Canaveral FL
Marella Cruises UK, a European cruise line that operated from Port Canaveral, Florida USA in 2023, will not return this year, according to port...
June 14, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Cunard announces record-breaking bookings with the new ship Queen Anne
Cunard Line has reported unprecedented booking levels following the launch of its new ship - Queen Anne. The 3000-passenger vessel embarked on her...
June 12, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Cunard unveils 2025 Event Voyages Program
Cunard has announced its 2025 Event Voyages, featuring unique experiences across its fleet: Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth, and Queen Victoria. These...
June 11, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Saga Cruises partners with BBC Studios for exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences
Saga Cruises UK has formed a partnership with BBC Studios to provide guests with an exclusive opportunity to explore behind the scenes of popular BBC...
June 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Cunard's Queen Anne makes historic maiden call at Port of Cork (Ireland)
The Port of Cork Company (PoCC) welcomed Cunard’s newest ship, Queen Anne, on her maiden voyage to Ireland on Wednesday, June 5. This arrival...
June 5, 2024 - Cruise Industry
VIDEO: Queen Anne christening draws crowds to Liverpool waterfront
Cunard Line christened its newest vessel, the GBP 470 million Queen Anne, at a ceremony in Liverpool on Monday, June 3. This marked the second major...
June 4, 2024 - Accidents
P&O Cruises UK denies link between Hepatitis A cases and Ventura ship
A UK-based cruise company has stated that recent cases of Hepatitis A among passengers are not connected to its ship. Travelers who recently sailed...
June 2, 2024 - Accidents
P&O UK's ship Ventura undergoes deep cleaning in Southampton following Norovirus outbreak
P&O Cruises UK's ship Ventura is undergoing an extensive sanitation process at Southampton UK after an outbreak of norovirus affected passengers...
May 26, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Margaritaville at Sea's ship Islander sets sail for homeport Tampa Florida after major refurbishment
The newest Margaritaville at Sea vessel, the Margaritaville at Sea Islander, has commenced her voyage to Tampa, Florida USA. Departing from the...
May 24, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Andrea Bocelli headlines Cunard's Queen Anne naming ceremony at Liverpool waterfront
The Liverpool Waterfront will host a grand celebration on June 3rd, as the renowned Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli performs to mark Queen Anne ship's...
May 23, 2024