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Portsmouth UK sets record with 90 cruise ships in 2024
Following the publication of the latest cruise schedule, Portsmouth International Port (England UK) anticipates the arrival of 90 ships in 2024...
January 14, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Adventures by Disney unveils new river cruises in Holland and Belgium for 2025
Adventures by Disney is launching two new river cruise routes in Holland and Belgium in April 2025. One itinerary focuses on traditional sights like...
January 14, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Isle of Man Steam Packet confirms Spring 2024 start for Liverpool's new ferry terminal
The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has confirmed that the new ferry terminal in Liverpool England UK is proceeding according to schedule and is...
January 14, 2024 - Accidents
Norovirus outbreak affects ~100 passengers on Celebrity Cruises' ship Constellation
A norovirus outbreak affected ~100 passengers on a recent Celebrity Cruises sailing that concluded on Friday, January 12th. Of the 2056 passengers...
January 13, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Australia anticipates a thriving year of cruising in 2024 with increased capacity and sailings
In 2024, Australia is poised for a bustling year of cruising, featuring more ships, expanded sailings, and an increased cabin capacity. Joel Katz...
January 13, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Meyer Turku commences construction of Royal Caribbean's 3rd Icon-class ship
On January 12, 2024, started the construction of RCI's newest vessel - ICON3 at Meyer Turku (shipyard in Turku Finland). Representatives from RCG...
January 13, 2024 - Cruise Industry
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection opens reservations for Luminara
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, the esteemed luxury hotel brand's cruise line, is currently accepting reservations for its third newbuild...
January 13, 2024 - Accidents
Galapagos cruise operator suspends sailings amidst escalating violence in Ecuador
In response to an escalating wave of violence attributed to drug gangs in Ecuador, at least one Galapagos cruise operator has opted to suspend...
January 13, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Construction commences for Stena Line's new Heysham to Belfast ferries in China
The building process for Stena Line's upcoming Heysham to Belfast ferries initiated last week in China. The first of the two vessels...
January 12, 2024 - Cruise Industry
MSC Seascape ship to be homeported in Galveston Texas starting Nov 2025
MSC Cruises unveiled a new chapter in its expanding presence in the United States, marking a significant maritime milestone. The port city of...
January 12, 2024 - Cruise Industry
World’s largest cruise ship Icon OTS arrives in PortMiami ahead of maiden voyage
RCI-Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas is shattering records in anticipation of her inaugural voyage later this month. Scheduled to embark on...
January 12, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Lindblad expands Antarctica itineraries with shorter cruises and Drake Passage flyover
Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic introduces two novel Antarctica itineraries, emphasizing shortened sailings and flights over the Drake...
January 11, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Lisbon Cruise Port achieves record-breaking success in 2023, welcoming 758K passengers
Lisbon Cruise Port (Portugal) marks 2023 as its most successful year, achieving a significant milestone with a record-breaking 758K passengers...
January 11, 2024 - Cruise Industry
India to invest Rs 60,000 crore/USD 7,22 billion in river cruise tourism and new vessels by 2047
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced a commitment to infuse Rs 60,000 crore (~US$7,22 billion) by 2047 into the realm of river cruise tourism...
January 11, 2024 - Cruise Industry
TUI River Cruises starts Douro voyages in 2025 with newbuild ship TUI Alma
TUI River Cruises unveiled its first newbuild boat. The custom-built vessel will be deployed on Portugal's Douro River, marking TUI's river fleet...
January 11, 2024