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After doubling the fees that cruise lines pay to dock in the town, Juneau is now pursuing a plan to introduce a new seasonal sales tax system.
According to KTOO, the change is aimed at capitalizing on the 1.7 million cruise ship passengers that visit the town …
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The City of Avalon is negotiating long-term agreements with cruise lines that make regular visits to Catalina Island.
Discussions on the subject started in February and were recently included in the agenda of a city council meeting earlier this month.
Avalon’s…
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The Aurora recently completed 25 years of service for P&O Cruises after entering service in the spring of 2000.
Built by the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany, the 76,000-ton vessel was delivered to the UK-based brand on April 15, 2000.
The Aurora then saile…
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Cunard has announced new and exclusive shore experiences for guests sailing on the Queen Elizabeth during her maiden season sailing from Miami.
The program will be available on voyages departing from Oct. 16, 2025, the company said in a press release.
The coll…
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The Island Princess sailed from New York City earlier this month for an 18-night cruise to Greenland and Canada.
As part of the unique itinerary, the Princess Cruises vessel is set to visit four destinations in West Greenland, such as Nuuk, which serves as the…
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The City Council and the Port of Barcelona have reached an agreement aimed at reducing cruise operations in the Spanish town.
According to La Vanguardia, the new arrangement aims to reorganize cruise activity in Barcelona, replacing the previous agreement reac…
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The biggest provider of expedition tonnage on charter deals is pushing forward with another newbuild project, while leadership changes are bringing in a new generation.
Niels Erik-Lund has turned SunStone Ships over to his sons, Carsten and Christian, and resi…
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Disney Cruise Line cancelled a cruise onboard the Disney Magic due to an adjustment in the ship’s drydock schedule.
According to a statement sent to booked guests, the company cancelled a four-night cruise that was set to depart from San Diego on April 19, 202…
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The Brazilian government announced that it has contracted two cruise ships to serve as floating hotels during an upcoming United Nations (UN) event.
Scheduled for November, the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climat…
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Holland America Line is again offering behind-the-scenes ship tours, providing an insider’s look at areas that are typically reserved for officers and crew.
These include the bridge, galley, engine control room, recycling center, main laundry and more, a…
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Carnival Corporation today announced its membership in the American Gaming Association (AGA), becoming the first cruise operator to join the nation’s leading trade group, which represents the U.S. casino industry.
“Joining the American Gaming Assoc…
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Carnival Cruise Line’s new private destination in Grand Bahama, Celebration Key, is the culmination of over two decades of planning, the company’s President Christine Duffy said during a Q&A session onboard the Carnival Vista.
Quoting Carnival Corporation’…
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Swan Hellenic has announced the appointment of Lisette Martinez Rusian as senior director of North America (NAM) Sales. Rusian will lead Swan Hellenic’s regional sales strategy, partner engagement and growth initiatives across North America.
Swan Helleni…
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Cruise Asia by Destination Asia announced the addition of Korea to its portfolio of destinations.
“The office in Seoul, South Korea, further strengthens our position as Asia’s leading shoreside and excursion management specialist,” Cruise Asi…
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Explora Journey today announced that it will return to Port Hercule in Monaco for the 2026 F1 race.
From Wednesday June 3 to Monday June 8, 2026, the 922-guest Explora I will be docked at the port. The Explora II was track-side in 2025.
“The Monaco race weeken…
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Carnival Cruise Line announced today and opened for sale the first installment of its 2027-28 cruise schedule, which includes more capacity out of New Orleans.
The company said it continues to be the only cruise line with two ships homeported year-round in New…
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The MSC Lirica will take over the itineraries that were originally announced for the MSC Sinfonia during the 2025-26 winter season.
According to a statement sent to booked guests, due to a fleet redeployment initiative, the ship will now sail in the Eastern Me…
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The Ambassador Group is stronger as a result of the merger earlier this year between Ambassador and Compagnie Française de Croisières (CFC), CEO Christian Verhounig told Cruise Industry News.
He said the merger will strengthens the company’s presence in the no…
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Carnival Cruise Line is opening Celebration Key, its new private destination in Grand Bahama, later this month.
In a video shared on his social media profiles, the company’s Brand Ambassador, John Heald, shared some details about the offerings that will be ava…
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Windstar Cruises has announced its limited-time “Christmas in July” sale. Until July 30, 2025, the company is offering $50 per person deposits and complimentary all-inclusive upgrades on voyages sailing through March 31, 2026.
The complimentary upg…
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