Cruise Industry
Bordeaux's mayor pushes to relocate cruise ships away from downtown
Pierre Hurmic, the mayor of Bordeaux, France, is advocating for a complete ban on cruise ships docking in the city center, citing concerns over the...
August 25, 2024
Aroya unveils Arabia's first cruise ship with tailored family and cultural amenities
The 3362-passenger ship Aroya introduces several features designed specifically for families and Arabian travelers, including the first Saudi...
August 25, 2024
The first China-built large cruise ship Adora Magic City completes 54 voyages
China's first domestically built cruise ship, the Adora Magic City, has successfully completed 54 voyages, serving 220,000 passengers - both domestic...
August 25, 2024
NCL-Norwegian adds 3 new ports to 2026 Spring & Summer European cruises
NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line has expanded its European offerings for the 2026 spring and summer seasons, introducing 3 new ports and itineraries...
August 24, 2024
Viking takes delivery of new Nile River ship, Viking Hathor
Viking has officially taken delivery of its Nile River ship Viking Hathor, at a ceremony held at the Massara shipyard in Cairo, Egypt on August 10th...
August 24, 2024
2 Princess Cruises' ships to sail 90+ Caribbean voyages in Summer 2026
Princess Cruises has announced its largest summer Caribbean season to date for 2026, featuring two ships - Regal Princess and Caribbean Princess...
August 23, 2024
ACL's newest ship American Liberty christened in Newport RI USA
ACL-American Cruise Lines has announced the christening of American Liberty (the newest/3rd vessel in the Coastal Cat series) in Newport, Rhode...
August 23, 2024
Emerald Cruises unveils 6 Caribbean yacht itineraries for 2025
Emerald Cruises will operate 6 upscale Caribbean itineraries aboard its yachts, Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara, in 2025. These 8-day voyages...
August 23, 2024
RCI-Royal Caribbean introduces Upper Deck, offering up to £500 per booking for travel agents
RCI-Royal Caribbean International has revamped its loyalty program for UK and Ireland travel agents with the launch of "Upper Deck," set to go live...
August 23, 2024
Fred Olsen's ship Balmoral to offer exclusive Mediterranean fly-cruises in 2025
Between October and November 2025, Fred. Olsen's Balmoral, a smaller vessel in the fleet, will offer a series of Mediterranean sailings, with...
August 23, 2024
Amadeus River Cruises to launch eco-friendly Amara in 2025
Amadeus River Cruises is set to introduce its newest boat - Amadeus Amara, in the spring of 2025, offering journeys along the Danube and Rhine rivers...
August 23, 2024
Crown Princess drydock alters itineraries, impacting thousands of passengers
Princess Cruises has announced changes to the upcoming deployment of the Crown Princess ship, which will undergo drydock maintenance, affecting...
August 22, 2024
Windstar Cruises introduces Star Seeker with first voyage in January 2026
Windstar Cruises is set to expand its fleet with the introduction of the 224-passenger ship Star Seeker scheduled to debut in January 2026. The ...
August 22, 2024
RCI-Royal Caribbean's ship Star OTS to redefine family and luxury cruising in the Caribbean
RCI-Royal Caribbean International is set to enhance its presence in the Caribbean with the upcoming launch of the Star of the Seas, promising an...
August 22, 2024
Explora Journeys unveils exclusive Caribbean experiences for 2024-2025 season
Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, has unveiled a curated selection of exclusive Caribbean destination experiences...
August 22, 2024