Cruise Industry

The maiden voyage of ACL's American Patriot sets sail
ACL-American Cruise Lines has signalled a new chapter for USA-flagged coastal cruising as its newest vessel, American Patriot, embarks on her...
June 19, 2025
VIDEO: Belfast’s 1,500th cruise call anchored by Regal Princess
Belfast Harbour has quietly achieved a noteworthy milestone, welcoming its 1,500th cruise ship arrival this week as the Regal Princess ship glided...
June 19, 2025
Iceland's cruise sector faces decline amid new fee policy
Iceland’s cruise industry is preparing for a notable downturn in the coming years following the introduction of a new infrastructure fee. The...
June 18, 2025
Asuka Cruises schedules nearly 50 voyages aboard new and classic vessels
Asuka Cruises, NYK Line's subsidiary and Japan’s premier luxury ship travel brand, has plotted an ambitious schedule of nearly 50 voyages for...
June 18, 2025
NCL's Norwegian Viva anchors maiden call in Heraklion (Greece)
The port of Heraklion (Greece) received Norwegian Viva, one of the most advanced vessels in NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line’s Prima Class, on June...
June 18, 2025- Cruise Industry

Virgin Voyages concludes Appreciation Month with Branson at the helm
Virgin Voyages has concluded its most extensive First Mate Appreciation Month yet, culminating in a 17-city roadshow that reached more than 1,000...
June 17, 2025 - Cruise Industry

PortMiami's 2025 cruise season: 7 new vessels set sail
PortMiami is set to host a significant expansion in its cruise homeporting operations during the 2025 season, welcoming 7 new vessels. These...
June 17, 2025 
MSC Magnifica to introduce MSC Yacht Club in Summer 2026
In the summer of 2026, MSC Magnifica will become the latest vessel in the MSC Cruises fleet to feature the MSC Yacht Club, the line's premium "ship...
June 17, 2025
Costa Cruises introduces Sea & Land Destinations for 2025
Costa Cruises has unveiled its Sea & Land Destinations itineraries for the 2025 season, combining maritime exploration with curated land-based...
June 16, 2025
Moonlight immersion at sea with Azamara Cruises' night tours
Azamara Cruises, revered for its Destination Immersion ethos and extended nightly stays, has navigated a new course by transforming nocturnal hours...
June 16, 2025
Greece rolls out €20 cruise levy for Santorini and Mykonos
Beginning July 1, 2025, vessels calling at the Greek island ports of Santorini and Mykonos during the high season will be subject to a €20 per...
June 16, 2025
Cordelia Cruises (India) prepares for IPO to fuel fleet expansion
Waterways Leisure Tourism, the Mumbai-based operator behind Cordelia Cruises, has submitted a Draft Red Herring Prospectus with India’s SEBI...
June 16, 2025
Celestyal Discovery unveils refurbished staterooms ahead of dual-region deployment
Celestyal Cruises has revealed the results of a significant winter refurbishment to its vessel Celestyal Discovery, providing an early look at the...
June 15, 2025
Aqua Mare sets standard for small‑ship Galápagos cruising
The Aqua Mare luxury yacht of the Aqua Expeditions/fleet is now based year-round in the Galápagos Islands. With a capacity for 16 guests...
June 15, 2025
Cunard's Queen Elizabeth homeported in Seattle & Miami with full-season Alaskan & Caribbean...
Cunard’s ship Queen Elizabeth made an inaugural arrival in Seattle (Washington) on June 12th, marking the first time the vessel has been...
June 15, 2025