Cruise news (curious-tagged)
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Santorini (Greece) faces overtourism crisis as 11,000 cruise passengers arrive in one day
The debate surrounding overtourism in Santorini (Greece) intensified on Tuesday, July 23rd, as the island welcomed 11,000 cruise tourists in a single...
July 27, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Cruise Saudi unveils AROYA as flagship of new luxury line
Cruise Saudi has announced the renaming of its first vessel, now known as AROYA, operated by AROYA Cruises. The name AROYA, derived from the words...
July 24, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Key attractions missing from Sun Princess ship's Park19 activity deck
When the new Sun Princess ship debuted this spring (2024), she was missing a key onboard attraction: the Park19 “action” deck (decks 19...
July 22, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Paul Gauguin Cruises introduces 2026 Moana Explorer Program for children
Paul Gauguin Cruises (fully-owned subsidiary of PONANT) has unveiled its 2026 Moana Explorer Program, providing families with a unique opportunity to...
July 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America to launch 15 new Broadway-style show productions by 2025
HAL-Holland America Line has announced a substantial enhancement to its onboard entertainment, promising to elevate the cruise experience...
July 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
DCL-Disney Cruise Line announces Christmas-themed voyages in Australia-New Zealand
DCL-Disney Cruise Line will host a series of Christmas-themed voyages upon the return of its ship to Australia and New Zealand this year. On...
July 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Venice's day tourist fee generates millions, faces increase in 2025
This year, Venice (Italy) implemented a 5-euro entrance fee for day tourists on particularly busy days, aiming to generate additional income from...
July 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Celebrity Cruises unveils 2025 President’s Cruise to Norway
Celebrity Cruises has unveiled an 8-night Norwegian Fjords itinerary for its 2025 President’s Cruise, as announced by Laura Hodges Bethge, the...
July 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry
VIDEO: Dubai RTA launches world's first 3D-printed electric abra
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has commenced the trial operation of the world's first electric abra, created using 3D printing...
July 16, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Virgin Voyages and SoulCycle launch 'Seas the Ride' initiative
Virgin Voyages has announced a collaboration with SoulCycle to launch the “Seas the Ride” initiative combining fitness and luxury...
July 16, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Crystal Cruises unveils wellness-themed voyages for December 2024
The 2024-relaunched (under A&K/Abercrombie & Kent) ultra-luxury travel brand Crystal Cruises is set to offer 2 wellness-themed sailings in...
July 15, 2024 - Cruise Industry
RCI-Royal Caribbean's Utopia OTS celebrates christening voyage from Port Canaveral
RCI-Royal Caribbean International's newest ship - Utopia of the Seas, is at Port Canaveral, Florida, today for her christening voyage. Following...
July 15, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Princess Cruises sets Guinness World Record for the "World's Largest Pizza Party"
In partnership with Chef Anthony Felix Gemignani (American chef, restaurateur, author), Princess Cruises has set a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title...
July 14, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Disney Cruises set sail year-round in Japan by 2029
On Tuesday, July 9, DCL-Disney Cruise Line and Oriental Land Co Ltd (OLC) announced a new agreement to bring year-round Disney cruise vacations to...
July 10, 2024 - Cruise Industry
First Halal-certified Antarctic expedition set to launch in 2026
In an industry-first for Antarctic expeditions, Muslim travelers can now experience a halal-certified cruise to Antarctica. Set to launch in January...
July 8, 2024