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
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
Scylla AG and VIVA Cruises expand into Indian market with new partnership
Scylla AG (shipowner/parrent company) and its brand VIVA Cruises/fleet have partnered with Global India Reps to expand their river cruise offerings...
August 18, 2024
Genting Dream to use Malacca/Melaka as homeport for Kuala Lumpur cruises
Resorts World Cruises has announced that the Genting Dream will begin using Port Malacca/Melaka as a gateway to Kuala Lumpur/Klang for its 2...
August 17, 2024
TUI Cruises ad banned by German court over misleading net-zero claim
A TUI Cruises advertisement has been prohibited by a German court for being misleading. The Regional Court of Hamburg ruled in favor of the German...
August 17, 2024
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
Resorts World One ship starts Arabian Gulf cruises from Dubai UAE
A prominent Asian cruise brand is expanding its presence in the UAE and the Arabian Gulf. Resorts World Cruises, headquartered in Singapore, has...
August 16, 2024- Cruise Industry
Seabourn announces 2025-2026 season for Seabourn Quest, featuring Panama Canal and Pacific Islands
Seabourn has unveiled a series of itineraries for the Seabourn Quest, set to explore Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, and the...
August 16, 2024 
Scenic Eclipse ship launches 3 wellness-themed cruises for 2024-2026
Scenic has introduced 3 Wellness Retreat Cruises aboard Scenic Eclipse ship, focusing on holistic well-being. These voyages offer a range of...
August 15, 2024
RCI-Royal Caribbean's largest and newest ship Icon OTS unveils Lost Dunes mini-golf course
The "Lost Dunes" aboard RCI-Royal Caribbean's mega-liner Icon of the Seas is a meticulously crafted 9-hole miniature golf course part of the Thrill...
August 15, 2024Princess Cruises announces 106 Alaskan voyages for 2016 season
Princess Cruises has announced plans to offer 106 voyages to 15 destinations in Alaska from May to September 2016. These voyages will depart from...
August 15, 2024
Century Cruises China introduces high-tech Yangtze River ship Century Voyage
Century Cruises/fleet, a major Chinese river cruise line, is set to introduce a new boat - Century Voyage, to the Yangtze River in September. This...
August 14, 2024
Cunard's ship RMS Queen Mary 2 celebrates 20 years of Transatlantic cruises in Hamburg
On August 14th, RMS Queen Mary 2, the world's only operational Transatlantic ocean liner, marked 20 years of service. The vessel arrived this...
August 14, 2024
Virgin Voyages to launch Solar Eclipse-themed cruises in 2026
Virgin Voyages is charting a course for the cosmos with the introduction of its first-ever Eclipse Voyages, set to launch in 2026 as part of the...
August 13, 2024
Shanghai hosts first International Cruise Festival to boost global maritime tourism
Shanghai (China) inaugurated its first International Cruise Festival on Saturday, August 10th, aiming to capitalize on the growing demand for ship...
August 11, 2024