Cruise News

  • Twenty British nationals evacuated from the Hondius are beginning 45 days of self-isolation in the UK after their chartered flight from Tenerife landed at Manchester Airport on May 10, according to the BBC. The evacuees are isolating at Arrowe Park Hospital in…
  • The Silver Spirit resumed service for Silversea Cruises earlier this month after undergoing a series of upgrades during a drydock in the Mediterranean. After spending over a month at a shipyard, the 2009-built ship welcomed guests back for a repositioning voya…
  • With a new refurbishment program underway, Azamara is focusing on hardware upgrades and operational agility to drive profitability, according to Chief Executive Officer Dondra Ritzenthaler. The company last expanded its fleet in 2022, with the introduction of …
  • Royal Caribbean International has solidified its commitment to the Chinese market by renewing its partnership with the Shanghai Rolex Masters tennis tournament. The cruise line will continue as the Official Cruise Line Partner for the 2026 and 2027 editions of…
  • Nicko Cruises cancelled a second cruise onboard the Vasco da Gama due to technical issues with the 1993-built vessel. Currently undergoing a drydock at Damen, the ship will be unable to operate its upcoming sailing, which was scheduled to depart on May 9, 2026…
  • The Adora Mediterranea will return to Tianjin on June 7, officially launching its 2026 cruise season, Adora Cruises said in a statement.  This will be Tianjin’s fourth consecutive year as its homeport, helping the cruise line strengthen its presence in t…
  • Expedia Cruises hosted its largest annual Anchor Conference this year, according to a press release.  Held April 11–18 onboard the MSC World America, the event brought together nearly 1,000 franchisees, vacation consultants, supply partners and corporate team …
  • Silversea is celebrating Travel Advisor Appreciation Month with a campaign highlighting the role advisors play in creating travel experiences. In a press release, the company said the “Extraordinary Journeys Begin With You” campaign honors their expertise, pas…
  • Royal Caribbean International advised guests that it will not serve alcoholic beverages at its private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay, on May 12, 2026. According to a statement sent to passengers, the temporary alcohol ban is related to the national elections …
  • The Netherland’s EST-Floattech delivered the battery pack for the Amadeus Aurea, the second hybrid ship in the fleet of Amadeus River Cruises. Built at the TeamCo Shipyard in Heusden, the vessel entered service in April 2026, the Dutch firm said in a press rel…
  • A guest dinner sign-up program has reduced food preparation waste by up to 75 percent on Lindblad Expeditions vessels, CEO Natalya Leahy said, speaking on the company’s first-quarter earnings call. She described it as one of several initiatives that is simulta…
  • The SS United States is ready to be sunk ahead of becoming the world’s largest artificial reef, according to a recent report by Fox10 News. Citing sources from Okaloosa County, the local news source said that the former ocean liner is awaiting approval f…
  • Disney Cruise Line cancelled the current cruise of the Disney Adventure due to a technical issue that prevented the ship from departing from its homeport in Singapore. Guests were informed that the sailing was no longer going ahead after boarding the vessel an…
  • HX Expeditions is marking its 130th anniversary with a “Summer of Celebrations” campaign, combining a promo for guests and an incentive for travel advisors.  In a statement, the cruise line added that guests sailing in 2026 can expect limited-edition onboard e…
  • Tallink Silja Line has announced its new exclusive private label collection of wines and beers, the company said in a press release. “The tradition of selecting Tallink Silja Line’s ship wines and beers reaches back decades,” said Aimar Pärna…
  • MSC Cruises recently adjusted its plans for the 2026-27 season in South America, which will see five ships sailing from Brazil and Argentina. The changes come after the addition of the MSC Seaview to the region’s lineup. Initially set to offer itinerarie…
  • The Margaritaville at Sea Paradise recently arrived in Cozumel for the first time, according to an update shared by the company. Sailing from its homeport at the Port of Palm Beach, the 1991-built vessel made its maiden visit to the Mexican port on May 5, 2026…
  • Villa Vie Residences revealed a new signature offering with My Global Adventure, a three-year around-the-world cruise onboard the Odyssey. According to a press release, the product was designed for passengers who “want to experience the planet in the mos…
  • Madeira Ports Administration (APRAM) reported that the overnight stays in Funchal Port doubled in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. More specifically, the port saw 41 overnight calls totaling 43 nights between January and March 202…
  • Herschel Walker, the 14th United States Ambassador to the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, paid a courtesy call and site visit to Nassau Cruise Port last week. According to a statement, the Port’s team gave the Ambassador and his wife, Julie Blanchard Walker, a to…
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