Cruise news (money-tagged)

Carnival Jubilee debuts as Galveston's first new cruise ship
On CCL-Carnival Cruise Line's ship Carnival Jubilee, Santa Claus took a break from his sleigh to assist in the debut of the first newbuild cruiser...
December 21, 2023
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Estonia initiates tender for EUR40M zero-emissions hydrogen ferry
Estonia has launched a tender for a cutting-edge EUR 40 million ferry designed to operate entirely on hydrogen fuel, heralding a zero-emissions era...
December 20, 2023
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PortMiami FL charts record-breaking course: 2023 marks busiest cruise year ever with 7.3M passengers
In a maritime milestone announced by Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, PortMiami Florida achieved its busiest cruise year ever in 2023...
December 16, 2023
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Seattle cruise port celebrates 25 years of homeporting, plans sustainability and growth investments
The Port of Seattle (Washington) marks a significant milestone, celebrating 25 years as a cruise homeport, with a commitment to sustaining growth...
December 11, 2023
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La Spezia (Italy) advances new waterfront construction with signing of Cruise Pier Tender Contract
On December 5, 2023, the La Spezia Port System Authority marked a significant milestone by signing the tender contract for the construction of the...
December 10, 2023
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Port San Diego CA expands shore power at B Street Cruise Terminal
In a significant move to enhance air quality and diminish greenhouse gas emissions in and around San Diego Bay, the Port of San Diego, California...
December 9, 2023
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CCL-Carnival Cruise Line adjusts onboard pricing for Wi-Fi and Specialty Dining
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has adjusted its pricing structure for various amenities on upcoming voyages. Notably, Wi-Fi rates and fees for specialty...
December 8, 2023
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Windstar Cruises unveils a multi-million refurbishment project for the 3 sailing ships (2023-2026)
Windstar Cruises has announced a comprehensive multi-year, multi-million-dollar project to enhance its classic sailing yachts, including the Wind...
December 7, 2023
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Finland's Port HaminaKotka welcomes 20,000 cruise passengers and generates EUR4M in summer 2023
Port of HaminaKotka (Finland) celebrated a successful summer 2023 cruise season, hosting ~20,000 passengers across 13 ship calls. This maritime...
December 6, 2023
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Bahamas’ Nassau Cruise Port breaks all-time passenger record
Cruise enthusiasts are flocking to the revitalized Nassau Cruise Port in The Bahamas, propelling the Caribbean's premier cruise destination to a...
December 6, 2023
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Malta's Valletta Cruise Port achieves historic shore power success with Viking Saturn and Venus
Global Ports Holding (GPH), the world's leading cruise port operator, proudly announces a noteworthy advancement in environmental sustainability...
December 5, 2023
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Juneau (Alaska) opens call for cruise ship fee-funded local projects amid record visitation
Between Monday, December 4, and January 3, 2024, submissions for local projects funded through per-passenger cruise ship fees will be accepted, as...
December 4, 2023
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Biden Administration allocates $200M in grants to modernize and expand US ferry systems
The Biden administration has announced a disbursement of US$200 million in grants for modernizing the ferry systems across the USA. The grant...
December 1, 2023
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New $5 tax proposed for all cruise tourists visiting Mexico’s Quintana Roo
A proposed measure within the 2024 Fiscal Package meeting for the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico, suggests the implementation of a new US$5 tax for...
November 30, 2023
Cruise Industry
Princess Cruises' largest casino ever debuts on new Sun Princess ship
Princess Cruises has unveiled plans for the largest casino in its fleet, set to make its debut aboard the forthcoming 4,300-guest Sun Princess...
November 30, 2023
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