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Costa Favolosa meets challenging winds and swells off Southern Brazil
On the night of February 18th, the cruise ship Costa Favolosa encountered strong winds and heavy swells while making passage off the coast of...
February 27, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Scenic Group's new superyacht Emerald Kaia repositions to Europe for 2026 season
The luxury superyacht Emerald Kaia has departed Halong Bay, Vietnam, and commenced her westward transit toward Europe/Mediterranean ahead of her...
February 27, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Fincantieri delivers “Four Seasons I” – world’s first intelligent ultra‑luxury superyacht
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri formally handed over the vessel known as Four Seasons I to Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings LTD, the joint owner and...
February 27, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Agreement signed for new cruise terminal at Taranto Port (Italy)
On February 20th, 2026, a framework agreement was formally concluded in Taranto (Italy) between representatives of the port authority and Global...
February 26, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Heritage Expeditions (NZ) takes delivery of Heritage Discoverer ship (fka Silver Explorer/Exploris...
The New Zealand-based small-ship expedition cruise company and travel brand Heritage Expeditions/fleet, has taken delivery of its newest and most...
February 26, 2026 - Cruise Industry
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line introduces interactive lottery system Carnival Millions
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has put into operation a new fleetwide interactive lottery system referred to as Carnival Millions, linking participating...
February 26, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Oceania Cruises launches the Oceania Club Ambassador Program
Oceania Cruises has established a new referral initiative, known as the Oceania Club Ambassador Program, to extend introduction of its brand to...
February 26, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Port Ancona's 2026 cruise schedule started with Viking Star
The 2026 cruise season at Port Ancona (Italy) commenced with the arrival of Viking Star from Venice on February 19th, inaugurating an 11-month...
February 25, 2026 - Cruise Industry
MSC Cruises deploys interactive robots and game shows fleetwide
In advance of the 2026 sailing season, MSC Cruises announced new entertainment programming that incorporates advanced robotic technology alongside...
February 25, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Royal Caribbean's Legend OTS to have first Royal Railway on an ICON Class ship
RCI-Royal Caribbean International’s newest vessel, Legend of the Seas, is the third unit from the ICON series, entering service in July 2026...
February 25, 2026 - Accidents
Interpol locates fugitive former NCL officer in major fraud probe
A matter originating within the corporate offices of a major cruise company has reached into the international waters of law enforcement. Former...
February 25, 2026 - Accidents
Regal Princess ship carries out open sea rescue off Yucatán
During the night of Monday, February 23rd, 2026, the cruise vessel Regal Princess of Princess Cruises altered its course in response to the sighting...
February 24, 2026 - Accidents
Cruise companies reroute ships as security situation unfolds in Mexico
Major USA-based cruise companies adjusted their ship routings in Mexican coastal waters in response to a surge of unrest following the killing of...
February 24, 2026 - Accidents
Carnival Celebration ship responds to distressed small boat en route to Cozumel
During a Western Caribbean voyage, a large cruise vessel responded to a humanitarian situation at sea while en route to a scheduled port call at...
February 24, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Robert Downey Jr. to serve as the official godfather of Disney Adventure
DCL-Disney Cruise Line has confirmed that actor Robert Downey Jr. will serve as the official godfather of its newest vessel, Disney Adventure, before...
February 24, 2026