Cruise news
- Accidents
Black Watch Departs Madeira for the U.K.
The fire-damaged Fred Olsen's cruise ship Black Watch departed Madeira for the UK and should return to service in time for her next cruise in 9 days...
July 10, 2016 - Cruise Industry
Portofino Italy At Risk From Cruise Ships
The picturesque playground for the famous and rich on the Italian Riviera, Portofino, could be at risk of Costa Concordia disaster as new...
July 9, 2016 - Accidents
Captain Found Dead In His Stateroom
Crew members found the 47-year-old captain of Admiralty Dream cruise ship dead on Monday, July 04, Alaska State Troopers reported. According to...
July 7, 2016 - Cruise Industry
China Overtakes US as World’s Main Cruise Market?
China is anticipated to surpass the United States as the biggest market for Royal Caribbean voyages in the coming years, according to line's chief...
July 7, 2016 - Cruise Industry
MSC Meraviglia Naming Ceremony Part of Le Havre Celebrations
Le Havre is preparing for celebrations spread across 5 months in summer 2017. The city will mark its 500th anniversary, finishing with an October 8...
July 6, 2016 - Cruise Industry
Norwegian Launches Euro Pricing in Ireland
Norwegian Cruise Line launched euro pricing for Republic of Ireland. The move is the next step forward in the “Growing Europe” strategy...
July 6, 2016 - Cruise Industry
Fincantieri Sets Up a Joint Venture in China
The world leader in cruise ship building,Fincantieri, and CSSC (China State Shipbuilding Corporation), China’s biggest shipbuilding...
July 5, 2016 - Accidents
Fire on Black Watch
Nearly 700 Fred Olsen cruise passengers will be flown home from Madeira following a fire on the cruise ship Black Watch. Crew extinguished the...
July 4, 2016 - Cruise Industry
Norwegian Bans Bringing Beverages Onboard
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) passengers will be prohibited from bringing beverages, including beer, liquor and non-alcoholic drinks like water, soda...
July 2, 2016 - Accidents
8-Year-Old Boy Found Unconscious in Cruise Ship Pool
An 8-year-old boy from the Netherlands was found unconscious in a swimming pool aboard Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas Thursday...
July 1, 2016 - Cruise Industry
Cruise Lines Neglect Brexit Concerns
U.K. cruise lines have adopted a "wait-and-see" approach to the current UK post-Brexit crisis, telling passengers it was business as usual...
June 28, 2016 - Accidents
Empress of the Seas Cruise Rerouted Due to Engine Problem
Only a month after returning to the fleet of Royal Caribbean after several years with sister brand Pullmantur and US$50 million refurbishment...
June 28, 2016 - Cruise Industry
Harmony of the Seas Whimsical Restaurant: VIDEO
Passengers tumble into culinary adventures the minute they set foot inside Wonderland onboard Harmony of the Seas. The striking 2-story restaurant...
June 26, 2016 - Cruise Industry
Mein Schiff 7 and 8 Become 1 and 2; Oldest Ships Go to Thomson
TUI's newbuilds, scheduled for delivery in 2018 and 2019 by Meyer Turku, will enter service as Mein Schiff 1 and Mein Schiff 2. They were previously...
June 24, 2016 - Cruise Industry
China to Offer Cruises in Disputed South China Sea
State-owned China COSCO Shipping Corp intends to launch cruises in South China Sea next month, with the first route to sail from Sanya city in...
June 23, 2016