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Costa Cruises changes winter 2026-2027 schedule, cancels Middle East voyages
Costa Cruises has confirmed that it will not operate voyages to the UAE or the broader Middle East region during the winter 2026–2027 season...
March 13, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Oceania Cruises introduces “The Joy of Traveling Well” brand campaign
Oceania Cruises has introduced a new global marketing initiative titled The Joy of Traveling Well, accompanied by an updated brand identity intended...
March 12, 2026 - Cruise Industry
NCL's newest ship Norwegian Luna began service with Transatlantic repositioning cruise
NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line has released the first official architectural renderings and video material of its newest vessel, Norwegian Luna, as the...
March 12, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Celebrity Flora ship opens bookings for 2028 Galapagos cruises
Bookings have opened for the 2028 Galápagos expedition season aboard Celebrity Flora, the purpose-built vessel operated by Celebrity Cruises...
March 12, 2026 - Accidents
Cruise ships held in the Arabian Gulf as operators repatriate passengers
Regional tensions in the Middle East have disrupted cruise shipping operations across the Arabian Gulf, leaving several vessels unable to depart from...
March 12, 2026 - Cruise Industry
The Ritz-Carlton yacht Luminara prepares an expanded program for 2027
The luxury mega-yacht Luminara, operated by The Ritz‑Carlton Yacht Collection, is preparing an expanded program of voyages for the 2027 season. The...
March 11, 2026 - Accidents
Dockworkers’ protest blocks access to Port Maceio (Brazil) ahead of MSC Seaview arrival
Access to the Port of Maceió (Brazil) was significantly disrupted on Wednesday morning after dockworkers launched a protest that obstructed...
March 11, 2026 - Cruise Industry
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line expands Express Dining fleetwide
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has introduced a new onboard dining option known as Express Dining, designed to provide passengers with a faster evening...
March 11, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Princess Cruises unveils 115-day 2028 World Cruise (ship Coral Princess)
Princess Cruises has announced plans for its 2028 World Cruise, a 115-day global voyage to be operated by the Coral Princess. The itinerary will...
March 11, 2026 - Cruise Industry
A-ROSA prepares expanded Rhine and Danube program for 25th anniversary season
A-ROSA River Cruises is preparing to mark the 25th anniversary of its river cruise operations during the 2027 season, introducing a series of...
March 10, 2026 - Accidents
MSC Divina ship assisted yacht in distress off Honduras
Crew members aboard the MSC Divina participated in a rescue operation late at night while the vessel was sailing near Isla Roatán, according...
March 10, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Virgin Voyages grows its fleet of specialized AI agents to 1,500+
In a significant development for maritime technology integration, Virgin Voyages has rapidly expanded its use of artificial intelligence/AI across...
March 10, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys marks milestones for EXPLORA IV, EXPLORA V and EXPLORA VI at Fincantieri shipyard
MSC Explora Journeys has marked a series of construction milestones for its expanding fleet during a ceremony held on March 9th at Fincantieri's...
March 10, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Scenic Group expands fleet with 3 new river ships
Scenic Group has confirmed the addition of three new vessels to its river cruise fleet, marking a further stage in the company’s expansion...
March 9, 2026 - Accidents
Aroya Cruises ends inaugural Arabian Gulf season ahead of schedule
Aroya Cruises has announced the early conclusion of its inaugural winter season in the Arabian Gulf, confirming that the remaining voyages scheduled...
March 9, 2026