Cruise Industry
SH Minerva rejoins Swan Hellenic fleet ahead of Antarctic and Asia‑Pacific deployments
The 2021-built expedition vessel SH Minerva rejoined the Swan Hellenic fleet, after extended inactivity caused by sanctions and legal constraints...
July 30, 2025
Great Stirrup Cay set for transformation as NCL adds Great Tides Waterpark
NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line has unveiled a sweeping transformation of its Bahamian retreat, Great Stirrup Cay. Scheduled for summer 2026, the nearly 6...
July 30, 2025
Hurtigruten’s ‘Open Village’ initiative offers a gentle counter to overtourism
Hurtigruten has launched a new “Open Village” concept aboard its Signature Line coastal voyages in Norway, designed as a thoughtful...
July 29, 2025
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line schedules an expansive Alaskan season (3 ships) in 2027
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has unveiled its 2027 deployment for Alaska, anchoring 3 ships—Carnival Spirit, Carnival Legend, and Carnival Luminosa...
July 29, 2025
Live music expands fleetwide as Holland America rolls out new entertainment program
HAL-Holland America Line has begun implementing a major refresh of its onboard entertainment offerings, with changes underway on six ships and the...
July 29, 2025
Star Voyager to operate limited-run weekend voyages between Hong Kong and Xiamen
Star Cruises has confirmed the launch of six exclusive short cruises aboard the Star Voyager, set to depart Friday evenings from Ocean Terminal in...
July 29, 2025
Two CCL ships (Mardi Gras and Carnival Pride) docked simultaneously at Celebration Key
On July 25th, CCL-Carnival Cruise Line reached a significant operational benchmark at Celebration Key (Bahamas), as two of its vessels—Mardi...
July 28, 2025- Cruise Industry
Santo Domingo (Dominicana) eyes homeport status with new cruise terminal analysis
The Dominican Port Authority (APORDOM), under the leadership of Jean Luis Rodríguez, is conducting a feasibility appraisal for a purpose-built...
July 28, 2025 
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises extended 2027–2028 schedule
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has announced its sailing schedule for 2027-Q4, extending into early 2028, with a lineup of 28 new itineraries fleetwide. The...
July 28, 2025
New Zealand government signals support for cruise industry amid regional decline
New Zealand’s government has acknowledged the economic importance of the cruise sector following a summit held with major industry stakeholders...
July 27, 2025
Oceania Cruises launches Gérard Bertrand wine pairing experience at sea
Oceania Cruises has announced the introduction of a new wine-focused dining program in partnership with Gérard Bertrand, the acclaimed French...
July 27, 2025
Celestyal’s Formula 1 Cruise merges Grand Prix thrills with Arabian Gulf sailing
Celestyal Cruises has unveiled a bespoke sports-themed itinerary for December 2025 on Celestyal Journey ship, designed as a gateway to the Abu Dhabi...
July 27, 2025
Orient Express Corinthian ship scheduled for Caribbean debut in Fall 2026
Accor Cruises' brand Orient Express has unveiled the launch of its first superyacht, Orient Express Corinthian, scheduled to commence operations in...
July 26, 2025
TUI River Cruises introduces new onboard venues aboard TUI Bahareya for upcoming Nile sailings
TUI River Cruises has revealed the newly developed onboard venues aboard the TUI Bahareya ship, scheduled to commence its maiden voyage along the...
July 26, 2025
Costa Cruises changes Winter 2025–2026 deployments amid Middle East instability
Costa Cruises has revised its deployment plans for the winter 2025–2026 season, with a significant shift away from previously scheduled...
July 26, 2025