Cruise news (UK-tagged)
- Accidents
Galley/kitchen fire on P&O's ship Iona quickly contained during Norwegian Fjords cruise
On August 30th, a small oil fire ignited in the Galley/kitchen (on Deck 5) of P&O Cruises’ ship Iona. It was swiftly extinguished by the...
August 30, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Cunard announces Labor Day Sale for voyages through 2027
Cunard Line has declared the opening of its Labor Day Sale, extending reduced fares beginning at US$999 with additional onboard credit of up to US...
August 25, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Brilliant Lady completes Virgin Voyages fleet circle at Portsmouth
On Monday, August 18th, Brilliant Lady, the newest addition to the Virgin Voyages fleet, made her maiden call in the United Kingdom by arriving at...
August 19, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Amadeus River Cruises introduces Tailor-Made Fly-Cruise Program in 2026
Amadeus River Cruises has announced the introduction of its “Five-Star Tailor-Made River Cruising” program, which will include return...
August 11, 2025 - Accidents
Southampton police evacuate P&O Ventura cruise ship following explosive claim
On the morning of Saturday, August 9th, operations at Southampton Port’s Mayflower Terminal were interrupted following a report from a man...
August 11, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Scarlet Lady ship opens Virgin Voyages’ Iceland chapter
Virgin Voyages celebrated a milestone this week as Scarlet Lady became the first ship in the fleet to visit Iceland, marking the brand’s...
August 5, 2025 - Accidents
Storm Floris brings service disruption to Irish Sea ferry routes
Adverse weather conditions associated with Storm Floris have caused notable disruption to ferry shipping operations in the Irish Sea, specifically...
August 4, 2025 - Cruise Industry
CLIA announces Cruise Week 2025 campaign with expanded trade engagement
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has confirmed Cruise Week 2025 will take place from 15th to 21st September in...
July 31, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Marella Cruises UK signs industry’s largest ship management deal with V.Ships Leisure
Marella Cruises UK has secured a landmark 5‑year technical service agreement with V.Ships Leisure, marking a pivotal shift in the management of its 5...
July 30, 2025 - Cruise Industry
First‑ever crime‑themed cruise launched by Virgin Voyages and iHeartMedia
Virgin Voyages has crafted a unique 5-night Caribbean voyage (departure on October 10th, roundtrip from Miami, Florida USA) on Valiant Lady ship. The...
July 19, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Cunard's ship Queen Elizabeth offers exclusive shore excursions during Caribbean 2025-2026 season...
Cunard will offer a specially curated selection of 32 exclusive shore experiences for guests aboard Queen Elizabeth during her inaugural ex-Miami...
July 18, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Virgin Voyages fleet completes Portsmouth reunion for season of sailings
Portsmouth International Port is poised to welcome the full Virgin Voyages fleet this summer, as Scarlet Lady returns on July 27th, and...
July 16, 2025 - Cruise Industry
SAGA UK's newest riverboat Spirit of the Moselle christened in Amsterdam
The UK-based SAGA Cruises officially named its newest river vessel, Spirit of the Moselle, in Amsterdam (Netherlands) on June 30th, before the boat's...
July 15, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Ritz-Carlton Ilma’s maiden UK call ushers in a new chapter for Portsmouth
On July 8th, Portsmouth International Port welcomed its first-ever LNG–powered cruise mega-yacht, Ilma. The vessel, operated by The Ritz...
July 11, 2025 - Accidents
Hurricane‑force storm hits Split Harbour (Croatia), ferry breaks moorings and sinks tourist vessel
A violent storm packing hurricane-force winds struck the Croatian port of Split on the morning of July 8th, wreaking extensive damage, widespread...
July 8, 2025