Cruise News

  • Princess Cruises has announced that Hampton Water Rose is the latest addition to join its Love Line Premium Liquors Collection. The company said in a press release that the Hampton Water portfolio is known for its vibrant flavors and refined craftsmanship, and…
  • The interior architecture studio JOI Design has designed interior spaces for the Mein Schiff Relax and was appointed to complete more designs on the Mein Schiff Flow. TUI provided a detailed analysis of its clientele, as it was targeting a more elaborate clien…
  • The Vasco da Gama sailed from the port of Hamburg on Friday to kick off Nicko Cruises’ 175-night world voyage. Sailing roundtrip from Germany, the global voyage will be the third operated by the company since acquiring the vessel in late 2020. Before returning…
  • SmartSea, powered by SITA, has announced the introduction of two new digital solutions designed to modernize passenger and crew management across the cruise industry. The FacePod mobility platform and AI-powered HSE system bring aviation technology and data in…
  • HX Expeditions has put the spotlight on its 2027-28 season, which is offering voyages from Antarctica to Greenland, from Arctic Canada to Iceland, and from Patagonia to the Outer Hebrides. “At HX, our strategy has always been about creating lasting conne…
  • Carnival Cruise Line has announced that, in honor of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, it has partnered with the Orlando Veterans Affairs Healthcare System (Orlando VA) and the Gary Sinise Foundation to welcome nearly 100 local veterans and celebrate their co…
  • Regent Seven Seas Cruises has added another newbuild to its orderbook with the addition of another order at Fincantieri, set for delivery in 2033. It follows the Regent Prestige, set for delivery late next year, and a second newbuild scheduled for 2029. All th…
  • The City of Juneau in Alaska is preparing for a significant potential jump in the number of visitors arriving on cruise ships, the Juneau Independent reported. With a new private dock set to open soon, the town may need to regulate growth beyond a voluntary fi…
  • Lisbon Cruise Port has announced that it was distinguished as the “Best Port in Southern Europe” at the fifth edition of the World Luxury Travel Awards 2025. The gala ceremony took place in Barcelona on October 25. The port said in a statement that…
  • The Port Authority of New South Wales has announced that Eden is celebrating 20 years since the first cruise ship sailed into town, with the region having since welcomed more than 195 ships and over 400,000 visitors and crew. The authority said in a press rele…
  • Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Borealis recently welcomed guests back in the United Kingdom after undergoing a series of upgrades in drydock. According to a press release, the 1,353-guest vessel welcomed back passengers onboard on November 7, 2025. The Borealis und…
  • Viking cancelled two calls to the Australian port of Newcastle due to safety concerns over an anti-coal protest. According to a local source, climate activist group Rising Tides is planning to close the port’s navigational channel as part of an annual protest.…
  • Ponant Explorations has announced that Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King, civil rights leaders and global humanitarians, will be guests of honor on its seven-night voyage “Celebrating America’s 250th: An Exploration of History and Cult…
  • The Brazilian government opened a new cruise port in Belém ahead of the upcoming Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC COP 30). Local authorities said that the new infrastructure was designed to host lar…
  • Birka Gotland has announced that bookings for its 2026 season destination cruises are open as of today. The company will offer two cruises to Gdansk, Poland, in the late summer. Departures will sail on August 30 and September 13, 2026, respectively. It will al…
  • Disney Cruise Line is launching the “Discover Your Destiny” mentorship program ahead of the inaugural sailing of its newest ship, the Disney Destiny. According to a press release, the initiative was designed to spark creativity and open doors to artistic caree…
  • Nicko Cruises is adjusting the itinerary of its upcoming world cruise onboard the Vasco da Gama due to security concerns in the Red Sea area. Instead of sailing through the region, guests will be offered a land program while the vessel deadheads to Saudi Arabi…
  • Leaders from cruise lines, shipyards, and academia gathered at the 18th China Cruise Shipping Conference being held in Guangzhou to share strategies shaping the next phase of China’s cruise industry. The event was hosted by the China Cruise and Yacht Industry …
  • Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours has announced the launch of its U.S. Roadshow, a multi-city experience designed to connect with travel advisors, loyalty members and guests and to unveil exclusive insights into the Scenic Ikon, the company’s Discovery Y…
  • Quark Expeditions announced that by using two twin-engine helicopters from the Ultramarine, it brought guests to the remote Snow Hill Island Emperor penguin colony. “After months of in-depth preparation, the expedition team took to the skies at dawn with…
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