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MSC introduces 'Open Booking' program for future cruises
MSC Cruises has unveiled its new 'Open Booking' program, allowing guests aboard its fleet to reserve a future holiday at sea without committing to a...
February 21, 2024 - Accidents
American Queen Steamboat Company (American Queen Voyages/AQV) ceased operations
On February 20, 2024, (at 5 pm Indiana time/12:00 UTC) American Queen Steamboat Company LLC (which operates under the travel brand American...
February 21, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Stena Line boosts freight capacities with new Dublin-Birkenhead route amid record volumes
Stena Line, the Swedish ferry operator, has officially launched its new freight service from Dublin (Ireland) to Birkenhead (England). This addition...
February 21, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Port of Bergen (Norway) charts a greener course for cruise tourism operations
In 2018, Bergen (Norway) experienced its busiest cruise year to date, hosting ~600,000 passengers across 336 calls. However, beneath this record...
February 21, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Resorts World Cruises is first international company to homeport in Jakarta Indonesia
Resorts World Cruises has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first international cruise line to establish a homeport in Jakarta...
February 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
AIDA Cruises launches ambitious fleet modernization program with AIDA Evolution
AIDA Cruises has embarked on its most extensive fleet modernization (ship refits and refurbishments) program with the launch of AIDA Evolution...
February 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Riviera Travel's Lord Byron river ship set for refurbishment ahead of summer season
The river ship Lord Byron operated by Riviera Travel is undergoing refurbishment in preparation for the upcoming European summer cruise season...
February 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Devon's Plymouth Port anticipates record cruise ship visits in 2024
Devon UK, is preparing to welcome 14 cruise ships carrying 10,000+ passengers this year, signaling a significant increase in maritime activity...
February 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
SAGA Cruises to introduce new riverboat (Spirit of the Moselle) in 2025
SAGA Cruises is set to enhance its river cruise offerings with the introduction of a newbuild boat in July 2025 - Spirit of the Moselle...
February 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Uruguay's Montevideo Port expects busy day as 4 large cruise ships arrive
The Uruguayan port of Montevideo is preparing to welcome the large-sized vessels Azamara Quest, Seabourn Quest, MSC Musica, and Norwegian Star on...
February 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Sri Lanka scheduled to receive 50 cruise ships, boosting tourism prospects
State media reported on Sunday, February 18th, that Sri Lanka is set to welcome 50 cruise ships at its ports from February to April, as confirmed by...
February 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America enhances Alaska Cruisetours with resort upgrades and new Yukon Tour
HAL-Holland America Line is enhancing its Alaska Cruisetours for the 2024 season with upgrades to accommodations at McKinley Chalet Resort and the...
February 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Saudi Arabia implements procedures for temporary entry of cruise ships and yachts
Saudi Arabia has unveiled a procedural guide governing the temporary entry of foreign passebger vessels into its waters for a maximum duration of 6...
February 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Port Charlottetown (Canada) anticipates 100+ cruise ship arrivals/record 2024 season
Port Charlottetown (Canada) reflects on the conclusion of an eventful 2023 cruise season and looks ahead to a potentially record-breaking 2024 for...
February 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Port Saint John (NB Canada) prepares for cruise ship comeback in 2024 season
In a span of just three months, Port Saint John (New Brunswick Canada) anticipates the return of cruise ships to the scenic Bay of Fundy. With...
February 18, 2024