Cruise news (curious-tagged)
- Accidents
Amsterdam (Netherlands) closing cruise ship terminal to combat overtourism
Amsterdam (Netherlands)'s city council voted to ban sea-going cruise vessels from docking in downtown as part of its efforts to control the number of...
July 21, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Sarah Faberge to serve as Godmother to RSSC-Regent's ship Seven Seas Grandeur
RSSC-Regent Seven Seas Cruises made an announcement that Sarah Faberge, a founding member of The Faberge Heritage Council and the great-granddaughter...
July 18, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Le Ponant is the first sailing yacht in the world to obtain Relais & Chateaux label
After 4 years of informal and occasional collaborations, Ponant Cruises and Relais & Chateaux are strengthening their relationship. The 3-master...
July 16, 2023 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America boasts highest booking day in its history
HAL-Holland America Line experienced a remarkable surge in bookings on July 11th, surpassing any previous day in the brand's 150-year history. This...
July 14, 2023 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America expands 2024 Solar Eclipse Cruises programming
HAL-Holland America Line has enhanced its 2024 Solar Eclipse cruise program by adding astronomy experts to provide a unique experience for guests...
July 13, 2023 - Accidents
CLIA and MSC react after cancellation of Explora 1 debut
CLIA (the trade organization representing the cruise shipping industry) and MSC Cruises have emphasized that strict safety standards must be met...
July 11, 2023 - Accidents
Fire safety fears delay the delivery of Explora Journeys' first ship MSC Explora 1
The highly anticipated delivery and inauguration of a luxury cruise ship has been postponed due to safety concerns. Explora I, which is operated by...
July 9, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Cunard unveils 1920s-style Queen Anne cutaway to mark 183rd birthday
Cunard Line has unveiled an impressive new cutaway image of its upcoming ship, Queen Anne, as a tribute to the luxury cruise line's rich history...
July 6, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Harding+ (UK) signed retail management deals for 3 new cruise ships
Harding+ has recently introduced its retail offerings on 3 newly launched ships, marking an important achievement for the cruise retailer. The...
July 5, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Resorts World Cruises collaborating with LEGO for Asia's first LEGO-Themed Cruises
Resorts World Cruises has partnered with LEGO to offer the first-ever summer theme cruise aboard Resorts World One. During these special voyages in...
July 4, 2023 - Cruise Industry
RCI-Royal Caribbean redesigning crew cabins and facilities on Icon OTS ship
RCI-Royal Caribbean is prioritizing crew satisfaction by completely revamping the crew areas on their newest ship - Icon of the Seas. Recognizing the...
July 4, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Boston-based Vantage Deluxe World Travel lays off employees
Vantage Deluxe World Travel, a cruise company based in Boston, reportedly laid off its employees last week amidst ongoing investigations, lawsuits...
June 30, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Miray Cruises buys AIDAaura ship (MV Lara)
Miray Cruises (Turkey) has announced the launch of MV Lara (fka AIDAaura), a remarkable ship designed to revolutionize extended voyages. Due to the...
June 30, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Mykonos Island (Greece) suffers from influx of cruise ship tourists
Greece's Mykonos Island is struggling with a significant increase in cruise ship calls, resulting in overcrowding and straining the island's...
June 29, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Jazz clubs converted to smoke-less casinos on 3 RCI-Royal Caribbean ships
Leading interior outfitter Trimline recently finished the conversions of jazz clubs into smoke-free casinos on three RCI-Royal Caribbean ships (among...
June 28, 2023