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“Asuka Cruise offers a refined, enriching experience through its two ships, the Asuka II and Asuka III, each providing guests with a distinct concept,” said Kenji Atsuta, managing corporate officer at NYK Cruises, parent company to Asuka.
“Together, they prese…
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Royal Caribbean International confirmed that the Freedom of the Seas will replace the Mariner of the Seas for the 2027 season out of Southampton.
As previously reported by Cruise Industry News, the Freedom was expected to serve the British market after having …
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Celestyal Cruises’ Chief Executive Officer Chris Theophilides said that the company’s ships will sail from the Middle East “as soon as it is safe to do so.”
In a statement shared on social media, he added that the line remains firmly fo…
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The newest Super Ship in Uniworld Boutique River Cruises’ fleet, the S.S. Emilie, sailed its inaugural voyage March 21–30.
Guests on the inaugural voyage experienced the 10-day “Tulips & Windmills” itinerary through the Netherlands and Belgium with stops i…
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Oceania Cruises is launching a multi-year training program for its onboard chefs in partnership with The Butter Book digital training platform.
Called the Floating Pastry Academy, the education program is said to be the first of its kind for the cruise industr…
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Cruise lines will spend roughly $80 billion on new cruise ships over the next decade, according to the latest update of Cruise Industry News’ global cruise ship orderbook.
Following recent orders, 79 newbuilds are set to be delivered by 2037, adding near…
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The Ovation of the Seas recently entered drydock in Singapore to undergo a major refurbishment as part of Royal Caribbean International’s Royal Amplified program.
During the month-long refit, the 2016-built ship will see the addition of new features and update…
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Carnival Cruise Line cancelled a sailing onboard the Carnival Splendor that was set to take place on October 12, 2027.
According to a statement sent to booked guests, the cruise is no longer going ahead due to a full-ship charter.
Sailing roundtrip from Sydney…
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Oriental Land Co. recently established a new subsidiary to manage its cruise business in Japan, which will be launched in partnership with Disney Cruise Line.
The Japan-based entertainment company is currently building a Wish-class vessel at the Meyer Werft sh…
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Seabourn will celebrate its “Ruby Jubilee” in 2028, marking 40 years of sailing, the company said in a press release.
The cruise line’s 2028 season will therefore feature events commemorating four decades since its story started in 1988 with The Ya…
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Heineken has added new brands to its cruise portfolio to elevate onboard relevance and choice for guests.
Brands have been selected to match itineraries and passenger profiles, according to a press release.
The destination-driven portfolio approach built aroun…
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With the Strait of Hormuz still deemed unsafe for international maritime traffic, six cruise ships have been stuck in the Arabian Gulf since late February.
With itineraries planned in Europe and the Red Sea and uncertain dates for repositioning voyages, the ve…
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The Azamara Onward is scheduled to enter a two-week drydock in early November 2027.
The refurbishment forms part of Azamara Forward, said to be the brand’s most extensive fleetwide renovation program to date.
The ship is getting onboard upgrades designed to el…
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The Royal Caribbean Group and Bank of America today announced the launch of Royal ONE Visa Signature and Royal ONE Plus Visa Signature credit cards.
According to a press release, the new tri-branded cards will simplify how travelers earn and redeem rewards acr…
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On March 29, the Adora Magic City set sail from Shanghai on a five-day, four-night themed cruise to Jeju Island and Busan, South Korea.
This is the inaugural voyage of the “Sea Film Festival” themed sailing season set to run on all three Adora ship…
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Windstar Cruises recently cancelled a trans-Atlantic crossing that was set to take place onboard the Wind Surf starting on December 5, 2026.
In a statement sent to booked guests, the company explained that the cancellation was necessary due to an extension of …
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The Costa Favolosa recently sailed from the port of Buenos Aires in Argentina for a repositioning voyage to Europe.
Wrapping up a four-month season in South America, the Costa Cruises vessel is now offering a trans-Atlantic crossing that will sail to the compa…
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The Koningsdam is back in service after undergoing a two-week drydock in the Bahamas, Holland America Line announced in a press release.
According to the company, the vessel now offers new accommodations for families and friends, as well as refreshed entertain…
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Nicko Cruises is hosting ship tours of the Vasco da Gama on four dates in Hamburg and Kiel between May and October 2026 for travel agents.
The tours provide travel agents with insights into the ship’s amenities, service and atmosphere to support customer…
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Norwegian Cruise Line is making changes to its “Happy Birthday” onboard package, which previously included a six-inch cake.
According to a statement sent to guests, the celebratory package, which also offers cabin decorations, will now include othe…
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