Cruise news (UK-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
Ferry company P&O closes Dublin-Liverpool route
P&O Ferries has announced the discontinuation of its Dublin-Liverpool route by year-end. The reason cited is the lack of an available berth in...
August 24, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Portsmouth UK boasts new sustainable cruise terminal
After an 18-month construction period, Portsmouth International Port proudly accommodates visitors from the ship Spirit of Discovery by Saga Cruises...
August 22, 2023 - Accidents
Crew member dead after falling from Viking Mars cruise ship
In a tragic turn of events within the cruise industry, a crew member lost their life as a result of a distressing incident that occurred in the Ross...
August 19, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Orkney Islands Council unveils proposals to control the number of cruise ships
The Orkney Islands Council (OIC) unveiled a strategic blueprint to navigate the bustling waters of cruise ship tourism. As one of the crown jewels in...
August 19, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Cunard Line enabling shore power capability fleetwide
Cunard has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by equipping its entire fleet with the capability to utilize shore power. Queen Elizabeth has been...
August 17, 2023 - Accidents
69-year-old passenger medevaced from Celebrity Cruises' ship Celebrity Silhouette
On the 7th of August, ~40 NM (~74 km) southwest of Cabo Carvoeiro (cape near Peniche, Portugal), the Portuguese Navy conducted a successful medevac...
August 14, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Cunard Line partners with Two Michelin-starred Chef Michel Roux
Cunard has revealed an exclusive collaboration with Michel Albert Roux (1960-born Michelin-starred chef). Michel Roux will be collaborating closely...
August 11, 2023 - Accidents
Food poisoning among the crew forces Brittany Ferries' ship Pont Aven to divert to France
Due to crew members falling ill, a Brittany Ferries vessel en route to Plymouth UK (England) underwent a diversion. As a precautionary measure, the...
August 9, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Isle of Man's newest passenger and freight ferry Manxman completes berthing tests
The newest ferry (passenger and freight/Ro-Pax vessel) for the Isle of Man UK has successfully completed a series of trials in two crucial ports...
August 7, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Princess Royal to open Scotland's Aberdeen South Harbour
The Port of Aberdeen (Scotland) announced that Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal (Princess Anne of Edinburgh, 1950-born as Anne Elizabeth Alice...
August 7, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Trimline rebrands 5th Marella Cruises UK ship
Trimline marks a milestone as they successfully complete their fifth rebranding endeavor for Marella Cruises UK, focusing on the refurbishment of...
August 5, 2023 - Cruise Industry
P&O UK offers double OBC money on cruises to Iberia (Spain & Portugal) or the Canaries
P&O Cruises UK has exciting news for travelers looking to explore Spain, Portugal, or the Canary Islands. They have announced an offer of double...
August 2, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Barbie joining P&O Cruises UK's ships Arvia and Iona for summer 2023
P&O Cruises UK has introduced dedicated family zones on its 5 family-friendly ships during the 2023 summer holiday season. Passengers on P&O...
July 29, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Coral Princess cruise ship arrives in Dover UK for inaugural call before world voyage
This week, Port Dover (England UK) celebrated the maiden call of Coral Princess ship on Wednesday, July 26th, before her 55-night around-the-world...
July 28, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Brittany Ferries’ direct service Ireland-Spain confirmed for 2024
Brittany Ferries has confirmed its direct service between Ireland and Spain for 2024 and has released 2024's schedule. The year-round service will be...
July 26, 2023