Cruise Industry
High-Speed Ferry to Carry Passengers Between Japan and South Korea
WA-based shipbuilder Austal signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with JR Kyushu Jet Ferry to build a high-speed trimaran to carry travelers...
December 12, 2017Two Ships for Kingston Harbour
Jamaica's Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett announced that yet another cruise ship was to dock in Kingston harbour yesterday, December 11. Mein...
December 12, 2017Viking Leaves Mississippi River Plans
A couple of years ago, Viking River Cruises announced its intention to bring its popular river cruise experience to upper Mississippi River valley...
December 11, 2017Royal Caribbean Unveils New Sales Promotion
The newest sales promotion of Royal Caribbean offers 30% off all guests and kids sail free on select cruises 4 nights or longer. The offer applies...
December 11, 2017Seychelles Boasts 20% Increase in Cruise Ship Arrivals
Port Victoria/Mahe Seychelles continues to welcome an increasing number of visitors with the cruise season now in full steam. The Seychelles...
December 10, 2017Condor Ferries Passengers to Receive Refunds for Cancelled Sailings
Approximately 1,000 ferry passengers will be offered full refunds or alternative cruises following strike action by French dock workers. 3 sailings...
December 10, 2017Troubled Cowes Floating Bridge Returns to Service
A chain ferry that was withdrawn following numerous damage to vehicles and technical failures is to return to service. Troubled Cowes floating...
December 10, 2017The Geenest Cruise Ship in the World Sets Sail 2018
The greenest ever expedition ship in the world, part research station and part luxury cruise vessel, will be launched in 2018. MS Roald Amundsen is...
December 9, 2017American Cruise Lines Unveils Theme Cruises 2018-2019
American Cruise Lines announced its lineup of themed cruises for 2018-2019 cruise season. The schedule includes voyages exploring American history...
December 9, 2017Disney Announces Travel Agent Commission Changes
Starting January 1, 2018, travel agents booking 2019 cruises with Disney Cruise Line will earn commissions based on agency revenue levels. The...
December 9, 2017Silversea Cruises’ Expedition Ship Arrives in Antarctica After Repairs
Silversea's newly refurbished Silver Cloud arrived in Antarctica after repairs in Puerto Madryn. Silver Cloud had to cancel its first expedition...
December 9, 2017$1.4 Million Ferry Terminal Opened in Basseterre
After around 6 months of construction, the new Basseterre Ferry Terminal was officially opened on Wednesday, December 6. Mervin Lewis, facilities...
December 8, 2017World Dream to Boast Ultra-Fast Connectivity
Passengers and crew onboard Genting Cruise Lines' World Dream ship will experience the ultra-fast consistently reliable connectivity powered by SES...
December 8, 2017Cunard Broadcasts LIVE "The Greatest Showman" Premiere on Queen Mary 2
Today, December 8, 20th Century Fox and luxury cruise line Cunard will host the world premiere of "The Greatest Showman" onboard flagship Queen Mary...
December 8, 2017Carnival Cruise Ship to Call Charleston Home 2019
Carnival is bringing a newer and larger ship to Port Charleston beginning 2019, the company annouced today. Carnival Sunshine will call Port of...
December 7, 2017