Cruise Industry
Windstar Cruises marks UNESCO recognition of Marquesas Islands with special sailings
Windstar Cruises commenced voyages to the Marquesas Islands in 2024, offering travelers a rare opportunity to explore this remote South Pacific...
August 29, 2024
CLIA Australasia warns of 22% decline amidst 136% increase in cruise ship tourist fees in New...
Cruise lines have urged the New Zealand Government to reconsider a proposed 136% increase in cruise visitor fees, warning it could exacerbate the...
August 29, 2024
Norway to enforce penalties on cruise ships failing to meet zero-emission requirements by 2032
Norway will enforce penalties on cruise ships failing to meet stringent zero-emission requirements by 2032, as part of its initiative to preserve the...
August 29, 2024
VIDEO: First steel cut for Emerald Cruises’ newest ship, Emerald Kaia
Construction on Emerald Cruises’ newest vessel - the Emerald Kaia superyacht, has entered a key phase with the commencement of hull...
August 29, 2024
Historic First: Oceania Cruises launches ultra-premium sailings from Port Tampa Bay
The luxury travel brand Oceania Cruises, renowned for its culinary and destination-focused voyages, has announced a series of new Caribbean and...
August 28, 2024
Resorts World Cruises introduces enhanced Balcony Class experience across fleet
Resorts World Cruises is set to elevate its cruising experience with the launch of its Balcony Class across the ships Genting Dream and Resorts World...
August 28, 2024
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line rolls out 2026-2027 itineraries with expanded Half Moon Cay
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has announced the itineraries for 7 ships set to sail during the 2026 and 2027 seasons from four major U.S. homeports: Miami...
August 28, 2024
Cordelia Cruises India partners with WMS for enhanced onboard connectivity
WMS, a leader in maritime wireless connectivity, has announced a new partnership with Cordelia Cruises, India's premier cruise line and travel brand...
August 28, 2024
HAL-Holland America Line announces segment options for 2025 Grand World and Pole to Pole Voyages
HAL-Holland America Line is providing travelers with an exceptional opportunity to sample its esteemed Grand Voyages by offering segments of the 2025...
August 27, 2024
Princess Cruises increases daily gratuities across all stateroom categories
Princess Cruises has recently implemented a US$1 increase in daily gratuities across all stateroom categories. This adjustment, which has not been...
August 27, 2024
Indochina Pandaw joins Mekong fleet with new sailings in February 2025
Pandaw Cruises has announced the addition of a third vessel to its fleet, the Indochina Pandaw, set to operate along the lower Mekong River between...
August 27, 2024
RCG-Royal Caribbean orders 4th Icon Class ship from Meyer Turku
RCG-Royal Caribbean Group has formalized an agreement with Finnish shipbuilder Meyer Turku for the construction of a 4th Icon Class vessel, slated...
August 27, 2024
Carnival Splendor drydock refurbished, with new livery and upgrades
Carnival Splendor has successfully completed a drydock refurb in Singapore, emerging with CCL's new livery. The vessel now displays the red...
August 26, 2024
Villa Vie Residences' ship Odyssey awaits certification after prolonged refit
Villa Vie Residences' ship Odyssey (fka Fred Olsen's Braemar from 2001 to 2024) arrived in Belfast (Northern Ireland) on April 28th after an extended...
August 26, 2024
Port Canaveral reconsiders cruise expansion amid state priorities for space and cargo
The Canaveral Port Authority has decided to withdraw its plans for a new cruise terminal, which was intended to accommodate larger vessels. The...
August 25, 2024