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The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) has celebrated 30 years this year since its establishment in 1995.
The company said in a press release that by 1998, the authority had become the world’s third-largest fleet, and just a year later, it secured a seat o…
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MSC Cruises is changing ships for its 2025-26 winter season in South America, the company announced in a statement.
According to a letter shared with travel agents, the MSC Sinfonia is taking over the itineraries that were initially planned for the MSC Lirica.…
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The Luminara recently arrived in the Mediterranean ahead of kicking off its maiden season for the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection.
As the third ship in the company’s fleet, the vessel was delivered by the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard earlier this month.
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Scenic Group announced its annual Independence Day Sale from June 23 to July 6, 2025, featuring up to $4,000 per suite in bonus savings, two-for-one fares and free airfare on selected 2025-27 itineraries.
The company said in a press release that the limited-ti…
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Havila Voyages announced that the first artists have been confirmed for its Blues Cruise in 2026 onboard the Havila Pollux.
The company said in a press release that the cruise will take place April 17-28, 2026, offering a combination of live blues music, lands…
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The Norwegian government is set to introduce a new set of tourism taxes that will also apply to cruise passengers.
According to Forbes, the country’s legislators have agreed to allow towns to implement a three percent fee on overnight stays and cruise guests.
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The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection christened the Luminara yesterday during a ceremony in Barcelona led by actress Simone Ashley.
The Luminara is the third yacht to join the fleet ahead of its maiden voyage from Monte Carlo to Rome on July 3.
The celebration br…
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Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) announced the appointment of Kiran Smith as chief marketing officer, succeeding Adam Malone, who will transition into the newly created role of senior vice president of guest experience.
The company said in a press release that both…
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Ambassador Cruise Line has announced its 2027-28 program, offering sailings from March 24, 2027, through to April 14, 2028.
The new season features no-fly sailings from London Cruise Terminal, Newcastle, Dundee, Liverpool, Belfast, Bristol Royal Portbury and P…
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Celestyal announced its 2027 schedule and early 2028 cruise offerings. This is the earliest the line has announced future sailings, the company said.
The year-round itineraries offer a summer Greece and Mediterranean season, as well as a winter Arabian Gulf de…
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Viking today announced it has taken delivery of its newest ocean ship, the Viking Vesta. The delivery ceremony took place this morning when the ship was presented at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Ancona, Italy.
According to a press release, the Viking Vesta …
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Riviera Travel has welcomed the arrival of the Riviera Radiance, which returned from her maiden voyage along the Danube River, taking guests on the 15-day Budapest to the Black Sea River Cruise itinerary.
The ship is Riviera Travel’s second to launch thi…
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Scenic Group has released its 2024 Impact Report, highlighting measurable growth in environmental responsibility, inclusion and operational innovation.
As part of its “Cherish the Planet” global initiative, the report aligns with the United Nations…
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The Costa Fortuna recently arrived in Piraeus to kick off its summer season in the Eastern Mediterranean.
After completing a spring season in the Canary Islands and Western Europe, the Costa Cruises vessel docked at its new homeport on June 13, 2025.
The ship …
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Silversea has unveiled a new Venetian Society Reunion Voyage aboard the Silver Shadow for 2026. The 12-day sailing will depart Nice on a round-trip itinerary on June 19, 2026, and feature Italy’s iconic destinations and other gems.
Hosted by Bert Hernand…
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The MSC Preziosa recently set sail from its summer homeport in Hamburg for a 14-night cruise to Svalbard.
After departing from the German town, the MSC Cruises vessel is set to arrive at Longyearbyen in Spitsbergen on June 27, 2025.
As one of the highlights of…
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Asuka Cruises is planning to name its newest ship, the Asuka III, during a special event in Japan on July 11, 2025.
According to the company, the Asuka II will join the naming ceremony, which will be held at the port of Yokohama.
The double call will mark the …
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SunStone Maritime Group has taken the next step in its previously announced leadership transition.
After 35 years as Chief Executive Officer, founder Niels-Erik Lund is retiring as CEO on June 30t 2025.
Niels-Erik will remain involved in the group as a member …
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The AIDA Evolution drydock upgrades for the AIDAdiva have been well received, said Josh Weinstein, CEO of Carnival Corporation, speaking on the company’s earnings call.
Those upgrades are part of the company’s strategy to rebalance itself toward its high…
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Ponant announced an extensive deployment of 48 voyages across 11 itineraries in Central America and the Caribbean for the 2026-27 winter season.
From November 2026 through April 2027, the company will operate 34 Caribbean voyages and 14 Central America voyages…
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