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RCI-Royal Caribbean changes itineraries on Anthem OTS and Oasis OTS ships due to propulsion issues
Two RCI-Royal Caribbean cruise ships, Oasis of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas, have both experienced propulsion system issues, resulting in reduced...
October 5, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Darwin (NT Australia) welcomes Silversea for 10-night Kimberley cruises
The Territory's cruise industry is boasting more cruise passengers set to embark/disembark in Darwin (NT Australia), boosting hospitality...
October 4, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Oceania Cruises' ship Riviera debuts in Alaska in 2025
Oceania Cruises has revealed that its extensively refurbished ship, the 1250-passenger ship Riviera, will embark on its inaugural Alaskan season in...
October 4, 2023 - Cruise Industry
AQV's ship Ocean Voyager is the last to dock in Escanaba Michigan
The final docking of an AQV-American Queen Voyages ship in Escanaba (Michigan USA) occurred on October 2, marking the conclusion of the 2023 season...
October 4, 2023 - Cruise Industry
MSC Fantasia undergoing comprehensive drydock refurbishment at Malta's Palumbo Shipyard
MSC Fantasia, a prominent vessel in the MSC Cruises fleet, is presently undergoing a comprehensive drydock refurbishment at the Palumbo Shipyard in...
October 4, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Viking Cruises unveils plans to expand investments in the Chinese market
Chinese outbound cruisetours are experiencing strong demand and significant growth potential, according to Brendan Tansey (Viking Cruises China's...
October 4, 2023 - Cruise Industry
NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line to introduce 1,000 dedicated solo staterooms across its 19-ship fleet
NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line announced plans to introduce nearly 1,000 dedicated solo staterooms across its extensive 19-ship fleet. Starting this week...
October 3, 2023 - Accidents
AIDA Cruises' ship AIDAblu aids yacht with refugees off Sicily
AIDA Cruises' ship AIDAblu played a role in assisting a small yacht carrying an excessive number of refugees off the coast of Sicily on Monday...
October 3, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Port of San Diego CA starts cruise season by welcoming back HAL-Holland America
Port San Diego (California USA) is marking the commencement of its latest cruise season in partnership with long-standing homeport collaborator HAL...
October 3, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Celebrity Ascent cruise ship successfully completes sea trials
Celebrity Cruises' latest vessel, Celebrity Ascent, has achieved a significant milestone in the construction process by successfully completing her...
October 3, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Iceland's Isafjordur Port invests EUR 8M in pier extension
The Port of Isafjordur (Iceland) has undertaken a significant investment of IKr1 billion (EUR 8 million) to extend its pier, effectively increasing...
October 2, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Four Seasons Yachts to kick off inaugural 2025-2026 season in the Caribbean
Four Seasons is set to enter the luxury cruise market with the launch of its boutique cruise line, Four Seasons Yachts. This new venture is scheduled...
October 2, 2023 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America more than halfway through installing SpaceX's Starlink Internet across its fleet
HAL-Holland America Line is making substantial progress in its endeavor to equip its fleet of 11 ships with SpaceX's Starlink internet technology...
October 2, 2023 - Cruise Industry
2-floor/5000m2 cruise terminal is due to open at Port Reykjavik (Iceland) in 2025
A new 5000 m2 (53820 ft2) terminal spanning 2 floors is set to open at 312 Skarfabakki in Port Reykjavik (Iceland) in 2025, with full functionality...
October 2, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Port Kiel (Germany) breaks the mark of 1 million cruise passengers in one season
Over the weekend of September 16th to 18th, the Port of Kiel (Germany) achieved a significant milestone by welcoming 1 million cruise passengers in a...
October 1, 2023