Cruise news (curious-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
RMS Titanic's shipbuilder Harland & Wolff files for bankruptcy
The British shipbuilder Harland & Wolff, renowned for constructing the RMS Titanic, has entered administration after failing to secure sufficient...
September 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Norwegian Coastal cruise ferry Havila Polaris to be christened by Norway's Fisheries Minister
On Tuesday, October 15th, the coastal cruise ship Havila Polaris will be officially named in a ceremony in Hammerfest, with Marianne Sivertsen Naess...
September 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry
MSC's luxury ship EXPLORA II joins fleet after ceremonial naming in Civitavecchia
EXPLORA II, the second vessel in the fleet of the luxury ocean travel brand Explora Journeys, part of the MSC Group, has been officially christened...
September 17, 2024 - Cruise Industry
VIDEO: Robbie Williams joins TUI Cruises as Mein Schiff Relax ship's wellness ambassador
International entertainer Robbie Williams has been named the official wellness ambassador for TUI Cruises' newest vessel, the Mein Schiff Relax...
September 15, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Princess Cruises unveils new sanctuary collection on Sun Princess with exclusive dining and luxury...
Princess Cruises has announced several modifications for their newest ship - Sun Princess, effective October 14th, 2024, as the vessel begins its...
September 13, 2024 - Accidents
Villa Vie World Cruise delays lead to self-paid hotel stays for passengers
Villa Vie Residences has reportedly declined to cover hotel and related expenses for passengers awaiting the delayed departure of its three-and-a...
September 12, 2024 - Accidents
Casino manager and crew fired in alleged US$100K chip scam on CCL ship Carnival Glory
A cruise ship casino manager and several crew members on CCL-Carnival Cruise Line's ship Carnival Glory were dismissed following an alleged scam in...
September 11, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Richard Branson officiates wedding ceremonies on Virgin Voyages’ Celebration Sailings
Sir Richard Branson expanded his role as Virgin Voyages celebrated 3 special couples during its recent Celebration Sailings. The week-long events...
September 10, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Germany secures financial lifeline for Meyer Werft with €200M stake
Germany brokered a deal to provide financial support for the shipbuilder Meyer Werft GmbH, a private company that recently secured a...
September 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Port Santorini (Greece) limits the number of visitors at the dock to 500
Santorini Island (Greece) has implemented new regulations to manage the influx of cruise ship tourists, limiting their number at the dock to 500 at...
September 3, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Global cruise shipping industry set to surge to $16.7 billion by 2031
The global cruise ship industry is projected to grow substantially, reaching an estimated US$16.7 billion by 2031, according to a report from Allied...
September 1, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Chelsea FC and MSC Cruises extend partnership
Chelsea FC has renewed its sponsorship agreement with MSC Cruises, one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing cruise lines. The partnership...
August 30, 2024 - Cruise Industry
ACL's newest ship American Liberty christened in Newport RI USA
ACL-American Cruise Lines has announced the christening of American Liberty (the newest/3rd vessel in the Coastal Cat series) in Newport, Rhode...
August 23, 2024 - Cruise Industry
RCI-Royal Caribbean's ship Star OTS to redefine family and luxury cruising in the Caribbean
RCI-Royal Caribbean International is set to enhance its presence in the Caribbean with the upcoming launch of the Star of the Seas, promising an...
August 22, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys to anchor EXPLORA II ship at Monaco Grand Prix 2025
Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, has announced that in 2025, its newest ship EXPLORA II will be docked at...
August 20, 2024