Cruise news (policies-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
European Commission to launch new biometric Entry-Exit System at cruise ports in 2024
The European Commission is set to introduce a new Entry-Exit System (EES) for all member states in October 2024. This system will include updated...
June 12, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Aqua Expeditions pledges to remove 25,000 pounds of ocean plastic
Aqua Expeditions/fleet, renowned for its luxurious small-ship voyages to diverse ecological havens, has forged a partnership with 4Ocean - a stalwart...
June 9, 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
Juneau (Alaska) sets daily cruise passenger cap starting in 2026
Juneau (Alaska) has announced new restrictions on cruise ship passengers to protect its unique environment and character. Starting in 2026, the city...
June 4, 2024 - Cruise Industry
RCG-Royal Caribbean Group introduces industry-first Loyalty Status Match across all brands
RCG-Royal Caribbean Group has announced a significant enhancement to its guest experience by introducing a Loyalty Status Match program across its 3...
June 1, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Marella Cruises and Cleaner Seas Group launch microplastic capture trial on Marella Explorer
Marella Cruises, part of TUI UK, partnered with Cleaner Seas Group (Cornwall-based greentech innovation company) for the industry's first initiative...
May 23, 2024 - Accidents
Margaritaville at Sea Paradise ship fails CDC inspection with numerous violations
The cruise ship Margaritaville at Sea Paradise didn't pass the USPH inspection conducted by CDC (US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). The...
May 18, 2024 - Accidents
Family blames P&O Australia's cruise ship casino policies for a fatal passenger overboard incident
A passenger on the P&O Australia's ship Pacific Adventure, Shane Dixon, 45, tragically fell overboard on May 6th, just after 4 AM as the ship...
May 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Majorca proposes continued limits on daily cruise ship arrivals in Palma
Majorca Island has proposed the continuation of restrictions on the number of daily visiting cruise ships in Palma de Mallorca. Plans have been...
May 17, 2024 - Cruise Industry
China opens ports to international cruise tourists with 15-day Visa-Free entry
Travelers entering China via international cruises can now stay in select provinces for up to 15 days without a visa, the government announced...
May 16, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Costa Cruises introduces 'Lost Luggage Concierge' service for Fly & Cruise guests
Costa Cruises unveils a new offering for its guests in 2024 with the introduction of the 'Lost Luggage Concierge' service. In collaboration with...
May 11, 2024 - Accidents
Hawaii probes cruise ships for alleged violation of coastline regulations
Hawaii state officials are conducting an investigation into two cruise ships that reportedly sailed too close to Kauai's protected Na Pali Coastline...
May 10, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America Line introduces Glacier Guarantee for Alaskan cruises
HAL-Holland America Line has introduced a "Glacier Guarantee" to ensure guests have the opportunity to view one or more glaciers during their Alaska...
May 4, 2024 - Cruise Industry
MSC Foundation and Mercy Ships collaborate to construct new Hospital Ship for sub-Saharan Africa
The MSC Foundation and MSC Group, in collaboration with Mercy Ships International, have unveiled a joint initiative aimed at constructing a new...
April 23, 2024