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NCL christens Norwegian Aqua and announces enhancements to Great Stirrup Cay
On April 13, 2025, NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line officially christened its newest vessel, the Norwegian Aqua, at PortMiami (Florida USA). Emmy Award...
April 14, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) achieves record cruise passenger movements
In March 2025, Port NOLA (New Orleans) reported a record-breaking 165,000 cruise passenger movements, surpassing its previous high of 155,000...
April 13, 2025 - Accidents
Flooding aboard Sky Princess due to burst pipe
On the evening of April 8, 2025, the cruise vessel Sky Princess, operated by Princess Cruises, encountered a significant flooding event resulting...
April 13, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Commencement of the 2025 cruise season at the Port of Cork (Ireland)
On April 13, 2025, the Port of Cork Company officially inaugurated its 2025 cruise season with the arrival of the MS Ambition in Cobh. This...
April 13, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys launches Explora Club loyalty program
Explora Journeys has launched its first formal loyalty program, the Explora Club, designed to acknowledge and reward guest loyalty through a...
April 13, 2025 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America Line extends 2026 European cruise season
HAL-Holland America Line has confirmed a 6-week extension to its 2026 European cruise schedule, accompanied by the release of 4 additional...
April 12, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Diamond Princess 2026–2027 Southeast Asia cruise season
Princess Cruises has detailed its 2026–2027 Southeast Asia program, featuring the Diamond Princess as the primary vessel. Operating from her...
April 12, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Costa Deliziosa concludes 2025 World Cruise in Trieste
Costa Deliziosa is scheduled to conclude her 2025 World Cruise on April 16th in Trieste, Italy, after a 135-day voyage that encompassed 52...
April 12, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Swan Hellenic unveils 2026 West Africa Grand Voyages
Swan Hellenic has announced two comprehensive West African Grand Voyages for 2026, offering in-depth exploration along the continent's Atlantic/East...
April 11, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Japan's largest cruise ship Asuka III delivered to NYK Cruises
On April 10, NYK Cruises officially took delivery of the Asuka III from Meyer Werft at a ceremony held in Emden, Germany. The event was attended by...
April 11, 2025 - Cruise Industry
TUI's newest ship Mein Schiff Relax christened in Malaga
On April 9, TUI Cruises officially christened the Mein Schiff Relax, the inaugural vessel of its new InTUItion class, at the Port of Málaga...
April 11, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Virgin Voyages introduces 'Rojo by Razzle Dazzle' on Brilliant Lady ship
Virgin Voyages has announced the launch of 'Rojo by Razzle Dazzle,' a Spanish-inspired dining venue set to debut on Brilliant Lady, the latest...
April 10, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Starboard expands retail operations with TUI's ship Mein Schiff Relax
Starboard Group has announced the expansion of its longstanding partnership with TUI Cruises, marking a strategic enhancement of its retail footprint...
April 10, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Adora Magic City commences coastal operations beyond Shanghai
The first China-built cruise ship Adora Magic City berthed at Qingdao International Cruise Home Port on April 6th, marking the start of her coastal...
April 10, 2025 - Cruise Industry
MSC World America christened at world’s largest cruise terminal in Miami
MSC Cruises formally christened its newest flagship vessel, MSC World America, during an official ceremony held at the recently completed MSC Miami...
April 10, 2025