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Cruise ship Disney Dream avoids Amsterdam following Extinction Rebellion protests
The cruise ship Disney Dream, scheduled to arrive in Amsterdam (Netherlands) on September 6th, will bypass the city due to concerns about access to...
August 26, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Villa Vie Residences' ship Odyssey awaits certification after prolonged refit
Villa Vie Residences' ship Odyssey (fka Fred Olsen's Braemar from 2001 to 2024) arrived in Belfast (Northern Ireland) on April 28th after an extended...
August 26, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Port Canaveral reconsiders cruise expansion amid state priorities for space and cargo
The Canaveral Port Authority has decided to withdraw its plans for a new cruise terminal, which was intended to accommodate larger vessels. The...
August 25, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Bordeaux's mayor pushes to relocate cruise ships away from downtown
Pierre Hurmic, the mayor of Bordeaux, France, is advocating for a complete ban on cruise ships docking in the city center, citing concerns over the...
August 25, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Aroya unveils Arabia's first cruise ship with tailored family and cultural amenities
The 3362-passenger ship Aroya introduces several features designed specifically for families and Arabian travelers, including the first Saudi...
August 25, 2024 - Cruise Industry
The first China-built large cruise ship Adora Magic City completes 54 voyages
China's first domestically built cruise ship, the Adora Magic City, has successfully completed 54 voyages, serving 220,000 passengers - both domestic...
August 25, 2024 - Cruise Industry
NCL-Norwegian adds 3 new ports to 2026 Spring & Summer European cruises
NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line has expanded its European offerings for the 2026 spring and summer seasons, introducing 3 new ports and itineraries...
August 24, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Viking takes delivery of new Nile River ship, Viking Hathor
Viking has officially taken delivery of its Nile River ship Viking Hathor, at a ceremony held at the Massara shipyard in Cairo, Egypt on August 10th...
August 24, 2024 - Cruise Industry
2 Princess Cruises' ships to sail 90+ Caribbean voyages in Summer 2026
Princess Cruises has announced its largest summer Caribbean season to date for 2026, featuring two ships - Regal Princess and Caribbean Princess...
August 23, 2024 - Cruise Industry
ACL's newest ship American Liberty christened in Newport RI USA
ACL-American Cruise Lines has announced the christening of American Liberty (the newest/3rd vessel in the Coastal Cat series) in Newport, Rhode...
August 23, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Emerald Cruises unveils 6 Caribbean yacht itineraries for 2025
Emerald Cruises will operate 6 upscale Caribbean itineraries aboard its yachts, Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara, in 2025. These 8-day voyages...
August 23, 2024 - Cruise Industry
RCI-Royal Caribbean introduces Upper Deck, offering up to £500 per booking for travel agents
RCI-Royal Caribbean International has revamped its loyalty program for UK and Ireland travel agents with the launch of "Upper Deck," set to go live...
August 23, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Fred Olsen's ship Balmoral to offer exclusive Mediterranean fly-cruises in 2025
Between October and November 2025, Fred. Olsen's Balmoral, a smaller vessel in the fleet, will offer a series of Mediterranean sailings, with...
August 23, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Amadeus River Cruises to launch eco-friendly Amara in 2025
Amadeus River Cruises is set to introduce its newest boat - Amadeus Amara, in the spring of 2025, offering journeys along the Danube and Rhine rivers...
August 23, 2024 - Accidents
Isle of Man ferry incident causes delays and cancellations amid high seas
The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company's new passenger ferry Manxman, sustained damage while docking at Heysham Port early Thursday morning...
August 22, 2024