Cruise news (money-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
New £70M Isle of Man ferry terminal in Liverpool set to open by end of June
The new GBP 70 million Isle of Man Ferry Terminal in Liverpool UK is anticipated to open by the end of June, according to the infrastructure minister...
June 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Vancouver pioneers biometric facial-scanning for cruise ship boarding
Boarding a cruise ship in Port Vancouver (BC Canada) has become more streamlined with the introduction of biometric facial-scanning technology...
June 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Disney's new cruise port Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point welcomes first tourists
DCL-Disney Cruise Line officially introduced its newest exclusive cruise port/private island destination in The Bahamas - Lookout Cay at Lighthouse...
June 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Villa Vie Residences postpones Odyssey's launch amid technical issues
Villa Vie Residences, a startup specializing in round-the-world residential cruises, has postponed its launch date once again. The Villa Vie Odyssey...
June 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry
AD Ports Group (UAE) to invest $4.7M in new Red Sea cruise terminals in Egypt
Abu Dhabi UAE-based company AD Ports Group and Egypt's Red Sea Ports Authority (RSPA) have finalized a definitive concession agreement to develop...
June 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry
P&O Cruises UK offers special OBC/onboard credit promo for Mediterranean itineraries
P&O Cruises UK is offering additional OBC/onboard credit (spending money) for bookings made within the next month. Up to GBP 520 per balcony...
June 17, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Galveston and MSC Cruises announce $140M terminal development
A recent announcement by Galveston Wharves and MSC Cruises (the world's third-largest cruise shipowner) marks a significant milestone in the...
June 16, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Saga launches 5 new travel insurance plans for the 50+ market
The UK-based company and travel brand Saga, specializing in products and services for individuals over 50, has unveiled an expanded suite of travel...
June 16, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Star Clippers integrates high-speed Starlink WiFi fleetwide
Star Clippers has announced the integration of high-speed Starlink WiFi across its fleet, enhancing internet connectivity for guests and crew on all...
June 15, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Celebrity's Galapagos ships Xpedition and Xploration join Lindblad-National Geographic fleet
Lindblad Expeditions has acquired the Celebrity Xpedition and Celebrity Xploration from Celebrity Cruises. These two Galapagos-based expedition...
June 12, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Cunard announces record-breaking bookings with the new ship Queen Anne
Cunard Line has reported unprecedented booking levels following the launch of its new ship - Queen Anne. The 3000-passenger vessel embarked on her...
June 12, 2024 - Cruise Industry
DFDS Seaways sells historic Oslo-Copenhagen route to Gotlandsbolaget
Denmark’s renowned ferry operator, DFDS Seaways, has announced the sale of one of its longest-running routes, a service that has been...
June 11, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Uniworld cuts food waste by 36% across its riverboat lleet
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has released its third annual Impact Report, detailing the progress made in 2023 and outlining updates to its...
June 9, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Royal Caribbean and Carnival extend casino benefits to land-based players
Casino enthusiasts setting their sights on the open ocean can now reap loyalty rewards that extend well beyond the confines of their cruise vessels...
June 5, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Carnival Corporation retires P&O Australia brand
The world's largest cruise shipowner Carnival Corporation has announced the discontinuation of its Australian brand P&O Australia in a strategic...
June 4, 2024