Cruise Industry
More Than 3,500 Cruise Passengers Arrive in Oman
Two cruise ships, Pullmantur Horizon and MSC Lirica, carrying more than 3,500 passengers reached Sultan Qaboos Port (the largest port in Muscat...
December 26, 2018
Preferred Bidder on Port of Nassau Delayed
The Bahamian government delays its evaluation period and decision on which entity will develop and operate Port of Nassau, Bahamas through the first...
December 25, 2018
Anguilla’s Blowing Point Ferry Terminal Relocated to ‘Big Jim’
As of Monday, December 24, 2018, arriving and departing cruise passengers at Anguilla's Blowing Point feel more comfortable. The Board of...
December 25, 2018
First Cruise Ship of the Season Docks at Mombasa Port
The first cruise ship of September-March tourist season docked at port of Mombasa on Monday, December 24, with 1048 passengers onboard. MV Nautica...
December 25, 2018
Port Tampa Bay Moves Ahead to $10 Million Renovations
Port Tampa Bay is currently moving ahead on a USD 10 million project to renovate its 3 cruise terminals. Construction will start next May and...
December 24, 2018
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises Unveils SPA and Fitness Facilities Aboard Its New Expedition Class Ships
The philosophy for the new expedition ships of Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, “Inspired by nature”, is reflected in the spa and fitness areas...
December 24, 2018
Costa Luminosa Guests Get Ready for 2019 Around the World Cruise
2019 will start in a special way for the 2,300 passengers of Costa Luminosa, who are getting ready to depart from Venice on January 5 for an Around...
December 24, 2018
Holland America Unveils New Itineraries for 2020 European Season
Cruisers looking to explore the castles of the British Isles, fjords of Norway, beaches of Greece and flavors of Italy can choose from 6 Holland...
December 23, 2018
VIDEO: AIDAnova Boat Tour with Captain Boris Becker
Launched in 2018, AIDAnova ship was built at Meyer Werft shipyard (Papenburg Germany). This is the first of three AIDA Helios-class liners. The...
December 23, 2018
Silversea Announces Silver Wind's Additional Refurbishment
Silversea announced plans for a 2nd extensive refurbishment of its Silver Wind, completing a major renovation project (November 26 - December 9...
December 22, 2018
Alipay and WeChat Pay Available Onboard Ruby Princess
Princess Cruises announced that Chinese passengers aboard Ruby Princess are now able to utilize both Alipay and WeChat Pay payments while shopping in...
December 22, 2018
Celebrity Cruises to Explore North America in 2020
Celebrity Cruises’ 2020-2021 season is expected to be the most expansive yet, with more destinations and time to explore North America...
December 22, 2018
First Sea Trials for MSC Bellissima
MSC Bellissima departed Saint-Nazaire, France on Wednesday, December 19, for first sea trials. Accompanied by tugs, she left the dock yard with more...
December 22, 2018
Cruise Industry to Reduce Carbon Emissions by 40% by 2030
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) announced a global industry commitment to reduce carbon emissions' rate fleetwide by 40% by 2030. The...
December 21, 2018
Liverpool Reports 150% Rise in Cruise Passengers
Liverpool Cruise Terminal reported a 150% rise in cruise passenger numbers this year compared to 2017. Over 60 calls, with around 100,000 crew and...
December 21, 2018