Cruise Industry
NSW invests $20M in shore power at Sydney Harbour's White Bay Cruise Terminal
The New South Wales (NSW) government has committed AU$20 million to enhance the environmental performance of White Bay Cruise Terminal in Balmain...
September 30, 2024
Meyer Turku floats out world's largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean's Star OTS
Meyer Turku has floated out the next largest cruise ship in the world, Star of the Seas, from its construction dock at the yard in Turku (Finland...
September 30, 2024
Uniworld unveils first women-only river cruise (2025, ship SS Catherine) in France
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises is set to debut its first women-only voyage (full ship charter) in 2025, navigating through southern France's...
September 29, 2024
Haines Borough Assembly approves new cruise passenger tariff starting in 2025
The Haines Borough Assembly introduced its first-ever cruise passenger fee to support the town’s tourism infrastructure. The assembly...
September 29, 2024
Oceania unveils 2025 Specialty Cruises featuring culinary legends
Oceania Cruises has unveiled its 2025 Specialty Cruises, offering an immersive blend of culinary excellence and cultural experiences at sea. These...
September 29, 2024
Germany's Kiel Port sets shore power record with AIDA Cruises at the forefront
The adoption of shore power is gaining momentum, particularly in Baltic Sea countries, where AIDA Cruises has taken a leading role in expanding the...
September 29, 2024
MSC World America ship to debut first-ever Eataly Restaurant at sea in 2025
MSC Cruises will introduce a new culinary experience at sea with the launch of MSC World America in April 2025, featuring the first-ever Eataly...
September 28, 2024
Juneau (Alaska) votes on "Ship-Free Saturday" initiative to limit cruise tourism
Thousands of Juneau (Alaska) residents are currently voting on an initiative that could ban cruise ships with capacities exceeding 250 passengers...
September 28, 2024
Virgin Voyages reignites 2025 Summer Season Pass for digital nomads at sea
Virgin Voyages has reintroduced its highly sought-after Summer Season Pass for 2025, offering an extended work-from-sea experience for travelers...
September 28, 2024
Lindblad Expeditions and National Geographic unveil new co-branded identity for expedition cruising
For over two decades, the collaboration between Lindblad Expeditions and National Geographic has defined small-ship modern expedition cruising...
September 28, 2024
CCL-Carnival unveils 30+ dining and bar options at Celebration Key Bahamas
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has provided a detailed preview of the food and beverage offerings that will be available at its upcoming exclusive...
September 27, 2024
AIDAluna ship marks opening of Oslo Port’s shore power system
On September 24th, AIDA Cruises and Port Oslo (Norway) marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of a new shore power facility, enabling...
September 27, 2024
Cunard unveils extended shore excursions for South America 2025 voyages
Cunard Line has announced an array of extended shore excursions as part of its return to South America in 2025, marking its first operation in the...
September 26, 2024
Princess Cruises' newest ship Star Princess launched at Fincantieri Monfalcone
Star Princess, the second LNG-powered cruise vessel constructed for Princess Cruises by Fincantieri, was officially launched/floated out from drydock...
September 26, 2024
Mitsui Ocean Cruises takes delivery of Mitsui Ocean Fuji (fka Seabourn Odyssey)
MOL Cruises, Ltd., the operator of Mitsui Ocean Cruises, officially took delivery of Mitsui Ocean Fuji in a ceremony held aboard Seabourn Odyssey...
September 26, 2024