Cruise News

  • Global Ports Holding Limited (GPH) and Ocean Platform Marinas (OPM), has been awarded a 25-year concession agreement for the operation of Seville Cruise Port. GPH and OPM will invest €5 million in a new terminal in the Port Urban District and in upgrading serv…
  • The Costa Toscana conducted a second successful test of shore power at the Port of La Spezia on Thursday, plugging in at the Garibaldi Pier. Following an initial test carried out in October, this latest test focused on critical operational procedures related t…
  • As part of its recently announced 2027-28 deployment, Norwegian Cruise Line will offer over 370 cruises to destinations across the Caribbean, the Bahamas, the Mexican Riviera, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Cruise Industry News takes a closer look at the com…
  • Ambassador Cruise Line has launched its “Peaks” campaign, which offers deals on selected sailings, leading with half-price drinks. Guests booking between December 18, 2025, and February 12, 2026, can take advantage of offers including 50 percent of…
  • As it prepares to welcome its first guests later this month, the new Royal Beach Club Paradise Island recently saw the addition of a large Crown & Anchor logo. According to an update shared by Royal Caribbean International, the installation of its trademar…
  • MSC Cruises has announced the opening of sales for the 2028 MSC World Cruise, a 115-night voyage sailing from the Mediterranean to the Caribbean, Australasia, Asia, the Arabian Peninsula and Europe. The company said that its itinerary introduces new and unique…
  • Hurtigruten has introduced a selection of new voyages for the 2026 season. “These new itineraries reflect our ambition to create more meaningful ways to explore the North,” said Hedda Felin, CEO at Hurtigruten. “Built on 130 years of experien…
  • Quark Expeditions has launched its This is Polar Competition, encouraging travel participate and stand a chance to win an Arctic Voyage. “Travel Advisors are essential to helping guests discover the magic of the polar regions. This campaign rewards their partn…
  • P&O Cruises has launched its Wave 2026 campaign by introducing new, all-inclusive packages for the first time. The company said that the offer is designed to give guests even greater freedom and value and to provide travel agents with strong sales opportun…
  • Regent Seven Seas has unveiled new itineraries for 2026-27 onboard the Seven Seas Navigator, which will include the company’s first full winter season in the Mediterranean. Previously set to be withdrawn from the company’s fleet, the vessel is now set to offer…
  • The Diamond Princess has started her homeporting season out of Singapore, kicking things off on Dec. 7 with a 16-day cruise visiting Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi, Penang, Phuket, Nha Trang, with two days in Halong Bay, before sailing for Danang and Ho Chi Minh City.…
  • Holland America Line has highlighted its top 2025 trends, from shore excursions and culinary favorites to Alaska leadership and global exploration. The list includes the following: Trend 1: Shore Excursion Highlights White Pass Scenic Railroad in Skagway ear…
  • Norwegian Cruise Line today announced its 2027-28 deployment, along with the return of its Free at Sea Plus package. According to a press release, the new season includes over 370 sailings with a focus on the Bahamas, the Caribbean, Bermuda, the Mexican Rivier…
  • The Jamaica Tourist Board announced that Jamaica has hit the 300,000 visitor mark post Hurricane Melissa, to which Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, attributed the sector’s recovery strategy. Bartlett has also confirmed that Jamaica has met its …
  • Princess Cruises has secured rights from IMG to broadcast every match of the FIFA World Cup 26 across its fleet. From June 11 through July 19, 2026, all 104 matches will be available fleetwide. Guests can watch on their stateroom TVs on Sport 24 Special Event …
  • The Port of Rouen closed its 2025 season with the last call on December 17 to 18 by Fred. Olsen’s Balmoral. The port said it had 18 ocean cruise calls and 983 river cruise calls. The port said that high-end river cruising was a particular highlight, with…
  • Carnival Cruise Line announced the next wave of its 2027-28 deployment plans, including the Firenze’s new series of itineraries from New York. Before heading to the homeport, the Firenze will offer a Carnival Journeys voyage from Miami, connecting the tw…
  • Margaritaville at Sea is rolling out High Tide Market, a new food hall offering casual dining at sea, which will launch aboard the Paradise in January 2026. The company said that the venue is elevating its buffet with more choices, energy and a modern approach…
  • Norwegian Cruise Line is cancelling a visit to Cozumel onboard the Norwegian Encore due to pier damage. According to a statement sent to guests onboard the vessel, the visit to the Mexican port that was set to take place on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, is no long…
  • Lindblad Expeditions is retiring two of its U.S.-flagged ships, the National Geographic Sea Bird and the National Geographic Sea Lion. According to a recent press release, the 62-guest sister vessels will be replaced by the larger Greg Mortimer starting in 202…
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