Cruise news
- 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 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions 2025-2026 season (ships Greg Mortimer, Sylvia Earle, Douglas Mawson)
Aurora Expeditions, a renowned Australian-owned adventure travel company celebrated for its immersive and responsible exploration, has unveiled its...
April 26, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Celebrity Cruises ships Reflection and Beyond made first calls at CocoCay Bahamas
In recent years, CocoCay Bahamas has emerged as a beloved destination for RCI-Royal Caribbean’s ships. However, until this week, it had...
April 26, 2024 - Cruise Industry
RCI-Royal Caribbean starts construction of Royal Beach Club Paradise Island (Nassau Bahamas)
RCI-Royal Caribbean International and The Bahamas inaugurated a new venture on April 22 as construction commenced on Royal Beach Club Paradise Island...
April 26, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Norway's Trondheim Port Authority secures funding for cruise ship shore power
Trondheim Port Authority (TPA) has received a government allocation of Nkr 20 million (EUR 1.7 million) to implement shore power for cruise ships at...
April 25, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Carnival Firenze christened in Port Long Beach/LA by Jonathan Bennett
Actor Jonathan Bennett was honored with the title of honorary Italian during the ceremony at Long Beach/LA California on Wednesday evening, April...
April 25, 2024 - Accidents
RCI-Royal Caribbean cancels May cruises to Labadee Haiti amid escalating security concerns
Amid escalating security concerns in Haiti, RCI-Royal Caribbean has extended its cancellation of all scheduled cruises to Labadee Haiti throughout...
April 25, 2024