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MSC Explora Journeys introduces Ocean Wellness Retreats on Grand Voyages
Explora Journeys, MSC Group's luxury ocean travel brand, has unveiled its new Ocean Wellness Retreats – exclusive day-long wellbeing programs...
August 16, 2025 - Cruise Industry
A&K Travel (USA) and Crystal Cruises forge strategic alliance to redefine luxury expedition cruising
Abercrombie & Kent (A&K) has announced a strategic partnership with sister brand Crystal Cruises to merge A&K's expedition expertise with...
August 16, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas partner with Diamonds International for enhanced onboard...
Oceania Cruises, recognized for its culinary and destination-focused luxury voyages, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, a leader in ultra-luxury cruising...
August 16, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Carnival Festivale to debut in 2027 with enhanced family offerings from Port Canaveral
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has opened bookings for its newest Excel-class vessel, Carnival Festivale, scheduled to enter service in 2027. The ship will...
August 15, 2025 - Cruise Industry
San Juan reaffirms status as premier mega-ship port with $10M pier upgrade
San Juan Cruise Port has reestablished itself as a leading destination for the world's largest cruise vessels following the completion of a US$10...
August 15, 2025 - Accidents
Port of Volos (Greece) sees clashes as protests target Israeli cruise ship
Riot police intervened during demonstrations in the Greek port city of Volos, where pro-Palestinian activists gathered to protest the arrival of the...
August 15, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Scenic Group opens 2027 European river cruise bookings ahead of schedule
Scenic Group has commenced pre-booking for its 2027 European river cruise collection, marking the earliest release of itineraries in the company...
August 15, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Swan Hellenic's ship SH Minerva to undertake first Asia-Pacific cultural cruise series
Swan Hellenic will introduce its first cultural expedition cruises in the Asia-Pacific region in 2026, following the return of the SH Minerva to...
August 14, 2025 - Cruise Industry
DCL-Disney Cruise Line to conclude operations in Australasian waters
Disney Cruise Line will withdraw from Australian and New Zealand operations at the conclusion of the 2025–2026 season, ending a 3-year presence...
August 14, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Princess Cruises' second Sphere-Class vessel, Star Princess, completes sea trials
The second Sphere-Class vessel of Princess Cruises, the Star Princess, has completed its sea trials and remains on course to receive its first...
August 14, 2025 - Accidents
Royal Caribbean seeks new Star OTS Godmother after Diana Ross withdrawal
Diana Ross will not be taking to the waters aboard RCI-Royal Caribbean’s newest vessel Star of the Seas as earlier scheduled. The 81-year-old...
August 14, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Victoria Cruise Lines (China) to debut еlectric-hybrid ship on the Yangtze River
The Chinese river cruise company Victoria Cruise Lines will introduce its newest vessel, Victoria Isabella, on the Yangtze River during an...
August 13, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Carnival expands Excel-class ship deployment with new Bahamas and Caribbean cruises in 2027-2028
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has outlined expanded deployment plans for its Excel-class vessels in the 2027-2028 season, introducing shorter itineraries...
August 13, 2025 - Accidents
Fincantieri sues Owens Corning for €100M over defective cruise ship insulation
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has initiated legal proceedings in the USA seeking damages of EUR 100+ million (~USD 110 million) from Owens Corning...
August 13, 2025 - Accidents
Carnival Breeze 2027 sailings cancelled amid scheduling changes
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has withdrawn 5 scheduled voyages of Carnival Breeze in 2027, with the company not disclosing the reason for the change. The...
August 13, 2025