Cruise news
- Accidents
No damage found after Carnival Spirit contacts ice in Tracy Arm Fjord
A CCL-Carnival Cruise Line ship made minor contact with a piece of ice while navigating Alaska’s Tracy Arm Fjord last week, though no hull...
September 10, 2024 - Cruise Industry
PortMiami secures $19.5M for elevated bulkhead to combat sea level rise
PortMiami (Florida, USA) has secured a US$19.5 million grant from the Resilient Florida Program to construct an elevated bulkhead system at Berth 10...
September 10, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions opens 2026 itineraries with Solar Eclipse cruises and new solo cabins
Aurora Expeditions, renowned for its responsible small-ship exploration, has unveiled its 2026 Arctic and Beyond season, expanding its offerings to...
September 9, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Dominican Republic showcases cruise potential at Seatrade Cruise Med 2024
The Dominican Republic is reinforcing its standing as a premier cruise destination by participating in Seatrade Cruise Med 2024, Europe’s...
September 9, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Seabourn unveils 2024-2025 Asia itineraries with first-ever Transpacific voyage
The ultra-luxury travel brand Seabourn announced its Asia itineraries for late 2024 and early 2025. Starting in December 2024, the ships Seabourn...
September 9, 2024 - Cruise Industry
AIDA Cruises trials 100% renewable bio marine fuel on AIDAprima
On September 5th, AIDA Cruises refueled its ship AIDAprima at Port Rotterdam (Netherlands) using 100% renewable Bio Marine Fuel (BMF100), marking the...
September 9, 2024 - Cruise Industry
MS Birka Gotland ship carried 160,000 passengers in 2024 summer
During the summer of 2024, ~160,000 passengers sailed on the Baltic Sea’s newest cruise vessel - MS Birka Gotland. Operating throughout June...
September 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
€20 tax on cruise ship tourists on the Greek islands Santorini and Mykonos
Greece is set to introduce an EUR 20 levy on cruise ship passengers visiting the islands of Santorini and Mykonos during peak summer months, as part...
September 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Germany secures financial lifeline for Meyer Werft with €200M stake
Germany brokered a deal to provide financial support for the shipbuilder Meyer Werft GmbH, a private company that recently secured a...
September 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Azamara unveils 2026 Summer itineraries with Solar Eclipse cruises and new destinations
Azamara Cruises, a leader in small-ship cruising and Destination Immersion experiences, has announced its 2026 summer sailings, featuring 77 new...
September 8, 2024 - Accidents
Carnival Vista passengers demand refunds after last-minute itinerary change
A voyage with CCL-Carnival Cruise Lines turned chaotic before even leaving port, as passengers demanded refunds following an unexpected itinerary...
September 7, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Paul Gauguin Cruises revives Moana Explorer Program for young guests in 2026
Paul Gauguin Cruises (Ponant-owned brand) will once again offer its Moana Explorer Program for young travelers on 11 select summer and holiday...
September 7, 2024 - Cruise Industry
AmaWaterways unveils early Christmas Market river cruises in Europe for 2024
Europe's Christmas markets, a beloved holiday tradition, draw visitors from all over the world, offering a festive atmosphere with stalls of...
September 7, 2024 - Cruise Industry
AIA-Athens Airport launches seamless off-airport check-in for cruise ship tourists
Athens International Airport (AIA) has introduced an off-airport check-in service specifically for cruise passengers, in collaboration with ground...
September 7, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Cruise Xperience Innovation Summit Europe set for December 2024 at ExCeL London
The inaugural Cruise Xperience Innovation Summit Europe (CXIE) will take place at ExCeL (London UK) on 4th-5th December 2024. Registration is now...
September 6, 2024