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
Savannah Buffett named Godmother of Margaritaville at Sea Islander
Savannah Buffett has been appointed as the Godmother of Margaritaville at Sea's latest vessel, the Margaritaville at Sea Islander. Savannah Jane...
May 15, 2024
HAL-Holland America Line’s Grand World Voyage 2026 (ship MS Volendam) opens for bookings
HAL-Holland America Line has announced the opening of bookings for its 2026 Grand World Voyage. This ambitious 132-day cruise will take passengers on...
May 15, 2024
Carnival Corporation's fleet achieves 100% Starlink satellite connectivity
Carnival Corporation & plc, the world's largest cruise company, has announced that its entire fleet is now equipped with Starlink's high-speed...
May 15, 2024
Meyer Werft delivers Silversea's newest NOVA-class ship Silver Ray
Silversea has reaffirmed its dedication to premier ultra-luxury and expedition travel with the delivery of Silver Ray ship, the second vessel in its...
May 15, 2024
Resorts World Cruises expands to Arabian Gulf homeporting in Dubai UAE
Resorts World Cruises has announced its strategic expansion into the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman, with the deployment of Resorts World One ship for...
May 15, 2024
The second large China-built cruise ship takes shape in Shanghai
Construction of China's second domestically-built large-scale cruise ship of CSSC-China State Shipbuilding Corporation is underway at Drydock 2 of...
May 14, 2024
VIDEO: Regent Seven Seas introduces Tuscany itinerary with several overnight port stays
RSSC-Regent Seven Seas Cruises is expanding its Immersive Overnight collection with the introduction of a Tuscany itinerary featuring overnight stays...
May 14, 2024
Albatros Expeditions christens 6th Infinity-class ship, Ocean Albatros
The Danish company Albatros Expeditions (fleet) has officially christened its latest addition to the fleet - Ocean Albatros. The 2023-built vessel...
May 14, 2024
Singapore plans consolidation of cruise terminals for waterfront development
Singapore's two cruise terminals are set to undergo consolidation in the coming years, necessitating the relocation of the longstanding Singapore...
May 13, 2024
AIDAprima showcased in stunning light display at Hamburg Port Anniversary
The 835th edition of the Hamburg Port Anniversary concluded on Sunday, May 12th, having attracted ~1.5 million visitors. One standout event was the...
May 13, 2024
HAL-Holland America's ship MS Rotterdam tests biofuel for reduced emissions
HAL-Holland America Line has initiated a long-term biofuel trial on its flagship, ms Rotterdam, employing 100% low carbon intensity biofuel while...
May 13, 2024
HX-Hurtigruten Expeditions unveils 'Ultimate Norway' Arctic itinerary inspired by Friluftsliv
HX-Hurtigruten Expeditions has introduced an exciting new Northern Norway itinerary, “Ultimate Norway – Arctic Expedition Under the...
May 12, 2024
Riviera River Cruises’ MS Lord Byron sets sail with upgrades for 2024 season
Riviera River Cruises’ MS Lord Byron launched her 2024 season following extensive refurbishments to her public areas, cabins, and aft Bistro...
May 12, 2024
Carnival Conquest pays tribute to military women during Miami Fleet Week
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line concluded the inaugural Fleet Week festivities in Miami Florida and ushered in Mother’s Day weekend by demonstrating...
May 12, 2024