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Princess Cruises alters routes for World Cruises, avoiding Middle East and Asia
Princess Cruises has adjusted the itineraries for its two 2025 World Cruises, opting to exclude visits to the Middle East and Asia due to ongoing...
April 30, 2024 - Accidents
RCI-Royal Caribbean's Radiance of the Seas fixes propulsion issue, sets sail for Alaska
RCI-Royal Caribbean International's ship Radiance of the Seas has completed necessary repairs and resumes operations following a propulsion issue...
April 30, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America extends Nieuw Statendam ship's homeporting in Dover UK to 2026
HAL-Holland America Line has announced that its ship Nieuw Statendam will be homeported in Dover UK for a second consecutive year in 2026. This...
April 30, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Madeira Port Authority invests in energy efficiency study for Port Funchal
The Madeira Port Authority (APRAM) has allocated EUR 14,900 for a study aimed at enhancing the energy efficiency of several key infrastructures...
April 29, 2024 - Cruise Industry
New 100% green ferry project unveiled by Incat Tasmania and DFDS
A significant new partnership within the passenger shipping industry will result in the creation of a 100% green ferryboat exceeding 236 feet in...
April 29, 2024 - Accidents
RCI's Radiance of the Seas cruise canceled after boarding due to technical issues
An RCI-Royal Caribbean Alaskan cruise on Radiance of the Seas ship was canceled at the last minute (after passengers already boarded) due to severe...
April 29, 2024 - Accidents
35-yo crew medevaced from Carnival Sunshine ship east of Jacksonville Florida
A 35-year-old crew member aboard the Carnival Sunshine required urgent medical attention and was evacuated by the US Coast Guard on April 27, 2024...
April 29, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Malaga (Spain) prepares to host Seatrade Cruise Med after Seatrade Cruise Global
Port Malaga delegation emphasized its upcoming hosting of the international cruise fair in the Mediterranean during Seatrade Cruise Global, gathering...
April 28, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Hamburg's cruise industry sets record with 1.2+ million passengers in 2023
In 2023, Hamburger Hafen experienced a record number of cruise passengers, with 1,204,089 embarking on cruises from the port, up from 785,000 in 2022...
April 28, 2024 - Cruise Industry
RCI-Royal Caribbean revives operations in China, plans second ship by 2025
RCI-Royal Caribbean International is set to resume cruises for the Chinese market this weekend after a nearly 4-year hiatus, with plans to deploy a...
April 27, 2024 - Accidents
Norovirus outbreaks affect ~200 passengers on Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean ships
Nearly 200 individuals fell ill due to norovirus outbreaks on Princess Cruises and RCI-Royal Caribbean International ships. According to the CDC...
April 27, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Hard Rock/Seminole and RCG/Royal Caribbean Group signed global partnership
Hard Rock International, Seminole Gaming, and Royal Caribbean Group brands, Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises, have announced a...
April 27, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Oceania Cruises unveils exquisite 2025 Mediterranean sailings
Oceania Cruises, renowned for its culinary and destination-focused approach to cruising, has unveiled an enticing lineup of new 2025 Mediterranean...
April 27, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Sailors are invited to join 2nd annual "Virgin Celebration Voyage"
Virgin Voyages is extending a special invitation to fans of the Virgin brand and loyal passengers/Sailors to partake in the company’s second...
April 27, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Celebrity Ascent ship starts European cruises from Barcelona (Spain)
Celebrity Cruises’ latest addition, the Celebrity Ascent, is preparing for her inaugural sailing in Europe following her arrival in Barcelona...
April 26, 2024