Cruise news (money-tagged)
- Accidents
4 passengers charged with casino fraud on MSC Magnifica
During a recent voyage aboard MSC Magnifica, 4 passengers were apprehended for attempting to use fraudulent credit cards in the ship’s casino...
August 27, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Port Canaveral reconsiders cruise expansion amid state priorities for space and cargo
The Canaveral Port Authority has decided to withdraw its plans for a new cruise terminal, which was intended to accommodate larger vessels. The...
August 25, 2024 - Cruise Industry
The first China-built large cruise ship Adora Magic City completes 54 voyages
China's first domestically built cruise ship, the Adora Magic City, has successfully completed 54 voyages, serving 220,000 passengers - both domestic...
August 25, 2024 - Cruise Industry
RCI-Royal Caribbean introduces Upper Deck, offering up to £500 per booking for travel agents
RCI-Royal Caribbean International has revamped its loyalty program for UK and Ireland travel agents with the launch of "Upper Deck," set to go live...
August 23, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Port Galveston Texas to welcome MSC’s new $151M cruise terminal
MSC Cruises is further expanding its footprint in the United States with the development of a new cruise terminal at the Port of Galveston (Texas...
August 21, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Lower Saxony and federal government consider €400M loan to rescue Meyer Werft
Despite a robust order book for new cruise ships extending well into the next decade, the future of Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg remains...
August 21, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Transcend Cruises partners with Tillberg Design for new river cruise ships
The new travel brand Transcend Cruises, a UK-based, charter-only river cruise line/shipowner, has entered into a construction agreement with Den...
August 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry
New Zealand's planned border levy changes could reduce cruise ship visits
The cruise shipping industry has raised concerns over the potential impact of proposed increases to New Zealand's border levies, warning that higher...
August 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Greek Islands to charge EUR 10 per cruise ship passenger starting with Santorini
The Greek government has announced a new disembarkation fee of EUR 10 per cruise ship passenger (~GBP 8) for tourists visiting on ships popular...
August 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Princess Cruises enhances Premier Package with unlimited drinks, specialty dining, faster Wi-Fi
Princess Cruises has expanded its Princess Premier package to include unlimited drinks, specialty dining, and enhanced high-speed Wi-Fi. The drink...
August 16, 2024 - Cruise Industry
State officials urge Port Canaveral (Florida USA) to reevaluate cruise expansion
Florida state officials have advised Port Canaveral to reevaluate its decision to prioritize cruise terminal development over the needs of the space...
August 11, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Alaska Railroad advances $137M Seward cruise facility despite veto
The Alaska Railroad Corporation (ARRC) board has approved a US$137 million investment in a new cruise facility in Seward, paving the way for...
August 9, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Fincantieri in talks for 6 new cruise ships for Carnival Corporation
Following the announcement of 3 new mega ships for CCL/Carnival Cruise Line, it appears that Carnival Corporation (world's largest cruise shipowner...
August 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
AIDA Cruises returns as main sponsor for Hanse Sail 2024
Germany’s leading cruise travel company AIDA Cruises will once again serve as the primary sponsor of one of the world’s largest maritime...
August 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Princess Cruises launches MedallionNet Max: a new era of onboard Wi-Fi connectivity
Princess Cruises introduced MedallionNet Max, a new tier of shipboard Wi-Fi service designed to cater to the increasing needs of today's digitally...
August 8, 2024