Cruise Industry
Mexico adjusts tax and tariff policies for 2025, including cruise passenger fees
Mexico has postponed the implementation of a tax on cruise ship passengers for 6 months while introducing tariff exemptions for select goods...
January 5, 2025
AmaWaterways enhances river cruise experience with complimentary land packages
AmaWaterways introduced complimentary pre- and post-cruise land tour packages for select European river cruises in 2025 and 2026. These offerings...
January 4, 2025
P&O UK’s ship Arcadia starts 99-night World Cruise from Southampton
P&O UK's ship Arcadia departed Southampton on a 99-night world voyage titled "Epic World Explorer" on Friday, January 3rd. The itinerary...
January 4, 2025
TUI cancels 3 repositioning cruises via Suez Canal/Red Sea in 2025-Q4
TUI Cruises has announced the cancellation of 3 planned ship relocation voyages through the Suez Canal/Red Sea in 2025-Q4 (RepositionCruises.com...
January 4, 2025
AIDA Cruises expands fleet and solidifies its role in China’s cruise industry
AIDA Cruises has appointed Mr. Chen Ranfeng as its Chief Executive Officer, entrusting him with the leadership of the company’s operations and...
January 4, 2025
MSC Cruises anchors title sponsorship of three Formula 1 Grand Prix Races in 2025
MSC Cruises will serve as the title sponsor for 3 prominent Formula 1 World Championship Grands Prix in 2025, solidifying its growing collaboration...
January 3, 2025
VIDEO: NCL launches "Experience More" campaign featuring Eric Stonestreet
NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line, recognized as a leader in global cruise innovation, has named 2-time Emmy Award-winning actor Eric Stonestreet as its new...
January 3, 2025
CCL-Carnival rings in 2025 with military appreciation and Times Square festivities
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line marked its 4th consecutive year of participation in New York’s Times Square New Year’s Eve celebration...
January 3, 2025
VIDEO: Robbie Williams headlines Mein Schiff Relax christening in 2025
TUI Cruises is set to celebrate the christening of Mein Schiff Relax, the first vessel in its groundbreaking InTUItion class, with an extraordinary...
January 3, 2025
Two renowned British jazz musicians will perform on Cunard's ship Queen Victoria in 2025
Cunard will host notable jazz musicians Jools Holland OBE and Jamie Cullum aboard MS Queen Victoria ship in 2025, delivering exclusive performances...
January 2, 2025
China’s largest carbon fiber ferry enhances Hong Kong’s maritime network
The 2024-built Xin Ming Zhu III (IMO 1079931) is a high-speed passenger ferry constructed with carbon fiber. The vessel was officially delivered in...
January 2, 2025
AROYA Cruises' ship visits Sharm El Sheikh (Egypt)
AROYA Cruises' ship AROYA Manara made a visit to Sharm El Sheikh Port (Egypt) on December 31st, 2024. This event represents a significant development...
January 2, 2025New cruise ships set to transform the global industry in 2025
The global cruise shipping industry is poised for significant expansion in 2025 as major cruise companies unveil new vessels. Next are listed the...
January 2, 2025
Windstar Cruises launches London-Greenwich homeporting in 2026 (ship Star Pride)
Windstar Cruises, renowned for its small ship luxury experience, will debut homeport operations in London in 2026. The boutique travel brand will...
January 1, 2025
Puerto Plata (Dominicana) prepares for 2025 cruise tourism surge
Puerto Plata/Taino Bay (Dominicana) is poised to start 2025 with significant cruise activity as 81 ships are scheduled to call at its primary...
January 1, 2025