Cruise news (UK-tagged)
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NCL's Norwegian Getaway is the largest cruise ship of 2023 for Lerwick Harbour
Lerwick Harbour's 2023 cruise season welcomed its largest vessel to date as the Norwegian Getaway, with volume 145655 GT-tons, arrived on Saturday...
September 25, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Cunard unveils 3-year partnership with BFI UK for Queen Anne cruise ship
Cunard has entered an exclusive partnership with the British Film Institute (BFI), signaling an exciting venture for film enthusiasts leading up to...
September 23, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Cunard opens for booking cruises 2025 (ships Queen Anne, Queen Victoria, Queen Mary 2)
Cunard Line is set to provide travelers with the opportunity to embark on an array of unforgettable journeys by releasing 180 voyages for 2025...
September 20, 2023 - Cruise Industry
MSC Preziosa cruise ship too big for Port Stornoway (Scotland) forced to anchor outside
A massive cruise vessel (longer than seven jumbo jets) found itself in a unique predicament when it couldn't fit into a Scottish port on Monday...
September 19, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Cunard and P&O UK improve Wi-Fi connectivity with SpaceX's Starlink
Carnival Corporation's UK-based subsidiaries Cunard Line and P&O Cruises UK have unveiled plans to enhance Wi-Fi connectivity fleetwide through a...
September 18, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Viking Cruises adds two new Nile River ships in Egypt - Hathor (2024) and Sobek (2025)
Viking has opened bookings for voyages on its upcoming Nile River ship Viking Sobek, scheduled to debut in 2025. This vessel will become the 6th...
September 16, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Uber Boat by Thames Clippers introduces its first hybrid riverboat, Earth Clipper
Uber Boat by Thames Clippers, the operator of riverboat services along the Thames from Putney to Barking, has introduced its first hybrid riverboat...
September 13, 2023 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America marks ms Nieuw Statendam's inaugural call to Dover UK
HAL-Holland America Line marked ms Nieuw Statendam's inaugural visit to the Port of Dover, coinciding with the return of convenient roundtrip...
September 12, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Port Aberdeen's expansion project now fully operational
Balmoral Quay is now operational as part of Aberdeen's South Harbour development, allowing the city to accommodate larger cruise ships. This...
September 11, 2023 - Cruise Industry
CLIA UK partners with Japan's largest 5-star airline ANA
Cruise Lines International Association/CLIA UK & Ireland has officially announced a strategic collaboration with All Nippon Airways (ANA) in a...
September 10, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Ireland and France launch combined Train & Ferry ticket
Amid the commencement of the Rugby World Cup 2023 in France (September 8 thru October 28), Ireland and France partnered to introduce the "Sail and...
September 10, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Virgin Voyages' newest ship Brilliant Lady launch delayed due to supply chain & staffing issues
Virgin Voyages has postponed the launch of its fourth ship, Brilliant Lady, citing unexpected challenges in construction, supply chain, and staffing...
September 8, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Virgin Voyages unveils 19 new ports and 27 cruise itineraries through April 2025
Virgin Voyages is unveiling 19 new ports and 27 exciting itineraries available until April 2025. These offerings cater to diverse preferences...
September 8, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Virgin Voyages returns to Portsmouth UK in 2024
Virgin Voyages is slated to return to the United Kingdom in 2024, following its inaugural sailing from Portsmouth International Port with the Scarlet...
September 5, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Fred Olsen partners with Go Stargazing UK for 26 cruises in 2024
The UK-based Fred Olsen Cruise Lines has collaborated with Go Stargazing (UK-based astronomy organization) to introduce a series of voyages scheduled...
September 3, 2023