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High-Speed Ferry to Carry Passengers Between Japan and South Korea
WA-based shipbuilder Austal signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with JR Kyushu Jet Ferry to build a high-speed trimaran to carry travelers...
December 12, 2017 - Accidents
Passenger Medevaced From Carnival Cruise Ship
A man had to be medevaced from Carnival Spirit, off the North Coast, in serious condition. Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter reported around 4:00...
December 12, 2017 - Cruise Industry
Two Ships for Kingston Harbour
Jamaica's Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett announced that yet another cruise ship was to dock in Kingston harbour yesterday, December 11. Mein...
December 12, 2017 - Cruise Industry
Viking Leaves Mississippi River Plans
A couple of years ago, Viking River Cruises announced its intention to bring its popular river cruise experience to upper Mississippi River valley...
December 11, 2017 - Cruise Industry
Royal Caribbean Unveils New Sales Promotion
The newest sales promotion of Royal Caribbean offers 30% off all guests and kids sail free on select cruises 4 nights or longer. The offer applies...
December 11, 2017 - Accidents
CDC Reports Cruise Outbreaks Mostly Norovirus
The holiday cruise season is heading toward the New 2018 having logged less than 1 foodborne illness outbreak per month thus far this year that met...
December 11, 2017 - Accidents
VIDEO: P&O Ferry Runs Aground in Calais
A ferry carrying over 300 people ran aground at Port Calais in high winds this afternoon, December 10. The P&O ship got into difficulty...
December 10, 2017 - Cruise Industry
Seychelles Boasts 20% Increase in Cruise Ship Arrivals
Port Victoria/Mahe Seychelles continues to welcome an increasing number of visitors with the cruise season now in full steam. The Seychelles...
December 10, 2017 - Cruise Industry
Condor Ferries Passengers to Receive Refunds for Cancelled Sailings
Approximately 1,000 ferry passengers will be offered full refunds or alternative cruises following strike action by French dock workers. 3 sailings...
December 10, 2017 - Accidents
13 Worst Cruise Accidents
The video below describes some of the worst accidents to ever happen on huge ships out at sea. For reports on cruise ship accidentssee our...
December 10, 2017 - Cruise Industry
Troubled Cowes Floating Bridge Returns to Service
A chain ferry that was withdrawn following numerous damage to vehicles and technical failures is to return to service. Troubled Cowes floating...
December 10, 2017 - Cruise Industry
The Geenest Cruise Ship in the World Sets Sail 2018
The greenest ever expedition ship in the world, part research station and part luxury cruise vessel, will be launched in 2018. MS Roald Amundsen is...
December 9, 2017 - Cruise Industry
American Cruise Lines Unveils Theme Cruises 2018-2019
American Cruise Lines announced its lineup of themed cruises for 2018-2019 cruise season. The schedule includes voyages exploring American history...
December 9, 2017 - Cruise Industry
Disney Announces Travel Agent Commission Changes
Starting January 1, 2018, travel agents booking 2019 cruises with Disney Cruise Line will earn commissions based on agency revenue levels. The...
December 9, 2017 - Cruise Industry
Silversea Cruises’ Expedition Ship Arrives in Antarctica After Repairs
Silversea's newly refurbished Silver Cloud arrived in Antarctica after repairs in Puerto Madryn. Silver Cloud had to cancel its first expedition...
December 9, 2017