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Bahamas raise departure tax amounts for all cruise passengers
RCI-Royal Caribbean International has informed its passengers who have booked voyages to The Bahamas that there will be an increase in the cost of...
July 30, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Port Gdansk (Poland) to accept more cruise ship calls
In 2022, Port Gdansk (Poland) experienced its most successful year ever, handling a total of 79 vessels carrying 29,251 passengers. This marked a...
July 29, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Barbie joining P&O Cruises UK's ships Arvia and Iona for summer 2023
P&O Cruises UK has introduced dedicated family zones on its 5 family-friendly ships during the 2023 summer holiday season. Passengers on P&O...
July 29, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Crystal Cruises to add 4 new ships (2 ocean + 2 expedition) by 2029
Exciting news has been unveiled in the cruise industry aboard Crystal Serenity near the Italian coast. Cristina Levis (A&K Travel Group's CEO...
July 29, 2023 - Accidents
Astoria Grande cruise ship forced to leave the Georgian Black Sea port of Batumi
On July 27th, the Astoria Grande cruise ship carrying ~800 passengers, including Russians, was compelled to depart from Port Batumi (Georgia) shortly...
July 28, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Seabourn's second expedition ship Seabourn Pursuit to enter service on August 12
Seabourn, a leading provider of ultra-luxury voyages and expedition travel, is introducing its second purpose-built expedition vessel, Seabourn...
July 28, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Coral Princess cruise ship arrives in Dover UK for inaugural call before world voyage
This week, Port Dover (England UK) celebrated the maiden call of Coral Princess ship on Wednesday, July 26th, before her 55-night around-the-world...
July 28, 2023 - Cruise Industry
China's first home-made cruise ship Adora Magic City completes maiden sea trial
Adora Magic City, China's first large cruise ship built domestically, successfully completed the inaugural sea trial and has now returned to homeport...
July 28, 2023 - Cruise Industry
AIDA Cruises launches National Geographic Day Tours
AIDA Cruises, the leading company in the German cruise industry, has introduced new half-day and full-day excursions for its guests during the summer...
July 27, 2023 - Accidents
Search called off for Carnival Elation passenger who went overboard off Melbourne FL
The US Coast Guard has ceased its search for a man who deliberately jumped from the deck of a CCL-Carnival ship. According to surveillance footage...
July 27, 2023 - Accidents
At least 30 dead after Philippine ferry capsizes in Laguna de Bay east of Manila
On Thursday, July 27th, a passenger ferry overturned in Laguna de Bay, located southeast of Manila, as a result of powerful winds. The accident...
July 27, 2023 - Cruise Industry
HAL-Holland America adding another Legendary Voyage aboard ms Volendam
HAL-Holland America is introducing a new addition to its collection of extended cruises departing from convenient gateways. The "42-day Ultimate...
July 27, 2023 - Cruise Industry
VIDEO: CCL's Carnival Jubilee ship floated out at Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany
Construction has commenced to incorporate the features that will align Carnival Jubilee with the renowned "Fun Ship" fleet. To mark the beginning of...
July 26, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Brittany Ferries’ direct service Ireland-Spain confirmed for 2024
Brittany Ferries has confirmed its direct service between Ireland and Spain for 2024 and has released 2024's schedule. The year-round service will be...
July 26, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Netherland's Cruise Port Amsterdam open for business
Dick de Graaff (CPA/Cruise Port Amsterdam's Director) clarifies that despite certain news reports, CPA is operating normally, and cruise ships are...
July 26, 2023