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TUI Bahareya ship starts Nile River cruises in Egypt in November 2025
TUI Cruises is set to launch a newly refurbished riverboat - TUI Bahareya, on the Nile River in November 2025. This marks the 6th boat in TUI's...
September 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry

Windstar Cruises adds Fiji and Tonga to 2026 South Pacific sailings
In 2026, Windstar Cruises will expand its footprint in the South Pacific beyond its established routes in Tahiti, the Tuamotus, and the Marquesas...
September 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry

Princess Cruises unveils 2026 Japan season with Diamond Princess ship
Japan remains a sought-after travel destination for international tourists drawn to its architectural marvels, culinary delights, and natural beauty...
September 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry

Riviera River Cruises UK unveils new ship and themed itineraries for 2026
Riviera River Cruises UK (fleet) is set to introduce a new riverboat - Riviera Resplendence, in 2026. Alongside the launch, the company has...
September 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry

RMS Titanic's shipbuilder Harland & Wolff files for bankruptcy
The British shipbuilder Harland & Wolff, renowned for constructing the RMS Titanic, has entered administration after failing to secure sufficient...
September 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry

NCL unveils 4th PRIMA Class cruise ship Norwegian Luna (2026)
NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line has announced its latest addition to the PRIMA Class fleet, Norwegian Luna, scheduled for debut in March 2026. The vessel...
September 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry

Silver Nova to debut as Asia-Pacific’s most luxurious cruise ship in 2024
Silver Nova, the first of 2 groundbreaking Nova-class vessels from the ultra-premium travel brand Silversea, will make her debut in the Asia-Pacific...
September 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry

ECN-Expedition Cruise Network expands with 3 new members ahead of 2024 conference
The Expedition Cruise Network (ECN) has expanded its membership with the addition of 3 new travel brand companies/operators ahead of its inaugural...
September 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry

Norwegian Coastal cruise ferry Havila Polaris to be christened by Norway's Fisheries Minister
On Tuesday, October 15th, the coastal cruise ship Havila Polaris will be officially named in a ceremony in Hammerfest, with Marianne Sivertsen Naess...
September 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry

CCL-Carnival Cruise Line announces new 2026 Caribbean and Transpacific voyages
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has unveiled a comprehensive lineup of new itineraries for the 2026-2027 season, featuring voyages from major USA homeports...
September 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry

Carnival Corporation tops cruise industry in TIME’s 2024 Best Companies list
Carnival Corporation & plc, the world’s largest cruise company, has been recognized as one of the World’s Best Companies of 2024 by...
September 17, 2024 - Cruise Industry

HX-Hurtigruten Expeditions unveils 2026-2027 itineraries, celebrating 130 years of exploration
HX-Hurtigruten Expeditions has unveiled its 2026-2027 expedition program, featuring new itineraries across Antarctica, Alaska, Greenland, Norway, and...
September 17, 2024 - Cruise Industry

DCL-Disney Cruise Line's ship Disney Dream enters drydock at Damen Shiprepair Brest (France)
DCL-Disney Cruise Line's ship Disney Dream has entered drydock at Damen Shiprepair Brest (France) for an extensive month-long refurbishment. The ship...
September 17, 2024 - Cruise Industry

MSC's luxury ship EXPLORA II joins fleet after ceremonial naming in Civitavecchia
EXPLORA II, the second vessel in the fleet of the luxury ocean travel brand Explora Journeys, part of the MSC Group, has been officially christened...
September 17, 2024 - Cruise Industry

66 Degrees Expeditions China starts polar cruises with Seaventure ship in May 2025
Chinese companies Guangdong Travel Holding Group and Guangdong Port and Shipping Group have launched what they claim is China's first polar...
September 16, 2024