Cruise news
- Accidents
(Bluebridge Ferries NZ) Connemara mechanical issues lead to overcapacity on Livia service
The ferry company Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries has acknowledged an overbooking incident on Sunday, January 11th, that resulted in up to 36...
January 12, 2026 - Accidents
89 Norovirus cases reported aboard Holland America’s ms Rotterdam
A norovirus outbreak was recorded during a recent HAL-Holland America Line voyage, resulting in illness among close to 90 individuals. According to...
January 12, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Chef Karime López appointed to lead culinary programme aboard Aqua Lares
Aqua Expeditions has confirmed that Chef Karime López will develop the culinary program for Aqua Lares, the company’s forthcoming ultra...
January 11, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Ponant expands French Polynesia deployment with second vessel
Ponant Explorations Group has outlined plans to expand its presence in French Polynesia by deploying two ships in the region from late 2026 and into...
January 11, 2026 - Accidents
Greek ferry services resume cautiously following weather disruption
Ferry operations in Greece began a gradual resumption on Sunday, January 11th, as strong winds that had previously kept vessels alongside moderated...
January 11, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Astro Ocean Cruise’s ship Piano Land resumes Hong Kong homeporting after Malaysia season
The cruise vessel Piano Land has arrived in Hong Kong carrying approximately 1,700 passengers, representing the largest overseas inbound passenger...
January 11, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Oceania Sonata reveals expanded suites ahead of 2027 debut
Oceania Cruises has released details of newly designed and reconfigured suite accommodations for Oceania Sonata, the first vessel in its forthcoming...
January 10, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Silver Muse returns to service following major refit in Palermo
Silversea Cruises’ Silver Muse has re-entered service after completing an extensive refit and refurbishment at Fincantieri's shipyard in...
January 10, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Genting Dream to host Pickleball program during February 2026 cruise
Dream Cruises has entered into a partnership with Performance Pickleball to introduce a dedicated pickleball programme at sea, to be hosted aboard...
January 10, 2026 - Cruise Industry
My Cruises confirms second extended Global Voyage aboard Oceania's Regatta
My Cruises, a subsidiary of Ignite Travel within Australia’s Flight Centre Travel Group, has confirmed a further charter of Oceania’s...
January 10, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Karachi ferry terminal inaugurated ahead of Pakistan–Iran passenger service
A newly constructed ferry terminal at Karachi Port Trust has been inaugurated by Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry...
January 9, 2026 - Cruise Industry
MSC Cruises presents 2026 season and updated brand campaign
MSC Cruises has presented details of its 2026 season, positioning the programme as an opportunity for travellers to plan structured itineraries while...
January 9, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Construction begins on Royal Caribbean’s Miami Cruise Terminal G
Work has commenced on a new cruise terminal at PortMiami dedicated to Royal Caribbean Group/RCG, representing an investment of US$345 million. The...
January 9, 2026 - Accidents
P&O Cruises’ ship Britannia diverts for repairs following technical difficulties
Passengers aboard P&O Cruises’ flagship Britannia encountered technical difficulties during a Caribbean voyage that necessitated an...
January 9, 2026 - Cruise Industry
StarCruises and Under Armour introduce fitness-themed voyage on Star Voyager ship
StarCruises has entered into a collaboration with Under Armour to introduce Fitness @ Sea, a themed cruise centred on structured fitness programming...
January 8, 2026