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Atlas Ocean Voyages/AOV is building in China sailing ship Atlas Adventurer
AOV-Atlas Ocean Voyages has confirmed that construction is underway (at a China Merchants Cruise Shipbuilding yard) on its first luxury...
January 21, 2026 - Cruise Industry
ACL's newest ship American Encore starts in 2026 Columbia and Snake river cruises
ACL-American Cruise Lines has confirmed that its new riverboat, American Encore, remains on schedule for entry into service in May 2026, when it will...
January 20, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Swan Hellenic introduces dedicated SCUBA diving programs on Raja Ampat cruises
Swan Hellenic has expanded its expedition offering with the introduction of dedicated SCUBA diving programs on four East Asia voyages operating in...
January 20, 2026 - Accidents
Passenger overboard from Windstar's ship Star Breeze off the Marquesas
A passenger overboard incident was reported aboard the Windstar's vessel Star Breeze while the ship was sailing off the Marquesas Islands in French...
January 20, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Cruise Europe schedules educational voyage on MSC Splendida ship
Cruise Europe will conduct a 4-day educational voyage aboard MSC Splendida beginning on February 7th, offering its members a structured program...
January 20, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Uniworld celebrates 50th anniversary with themed river cruises
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has reached its fiftieth year of operation, marking five decades since the company’s founding in 1976 and its...
January 19, 2026 - Accidents
Passenger death on Royal Caribbean's ship Ovation OTS in Singapore
A 27-year-old man was found deceased aboard a cruise ship docked in Singapore waters on January 19th, shortly after the vessel’s arrival at the...
January 19, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Ponant deploys two cruise ships in French Polynesia in 2026–2027
Ponant Explorations Group is set to expand its presence in French Polynesia beginning with the 2026–2027 winter season through the deployment...
January 19, 2026 - Cruise Industry
NCL's Norwegian Prima breaks moorings during high winds at Port Canaveral
Norwegian Cruise Line’s ship Norwegian Prima temporarily broke away from the pier at Port Canaveral, Florida USA, on January 18th, 2026, after...
January 19, 2026 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America Line expands shore programs with community-focused excursions
HAL-Holland America Line has introduced two new shore excursion collections aimed at deepening guests’ engagement with the destinations visited...
January 18, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Juneau passenger caps shift Alaska cruise ships toward Ketchikan
Ketchikan is projected to receive more cruise passengers than Juneau for the first time, reflecting the impact of voluntary ship and passenger limits...
January 18, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Superyacht Emerald Kaia completes sea trials ahead of Adriatic inaugural season
Emerald Cruises has confirmed that its second ocean-going superyacht, Emerald Kaia, has successfully completed sea trials and remains on schedule for...
January 18, 2026 - Accidents
Water line failure damages cabins on MSC Seaview ship during South America cruise
MSC Cruises has confirmed that a technical fault in a water line led to localized flooding on MSC Seaview during a South American itinerary earlier...
January 18, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Mein Schiff Flow reveals InTUItion-class design and suite concept ahead of Dubai debut
TUI Cruises has detailed the design and hospitality framework that will shape the onboard experience aboard Mein Schiff Flow, the cruise line’s...
January 17, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Royal Caribbean Group unveils cross-brand Points Choice loyalty program
RCG-Royal Caribbean Group has announced the launch of Points Choice, a new loyalty initiative that allows guests to earn points across the company...
January 17, 2026