Cruise News

  • Azamara Cruises is launching a global contest to find inspiration for the names of new suites aboard the Azamara Quest, the company said in a statement. As part of “A Suite Story” contest, guests, crew members, travel advisors and employees are invited to subm…
  • Swan Hellenic has announced its 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 Antarctic seasons following a record 2025-2026 season that saw 53 percent growth in guest numbers and 66 percent increase in net revenue, the company said in a press release. “We are thrilled with t…
  • Seabourn has opened bookings for its 2027-2029 ocean voyages for sale. Spanning four continents, the new collection features voyages ranging from seven to 40 days, with extended time in port and new destinations, paired with special anniversary programming for…
  • BC Ferries has ordered man-overboard detection systems from Zelim for four hybrid-electric ferries scheduled to enter service in 2029, according to a press release. The contract was signed in February 2026, with installation expected to begin in 2027. Zelim…
  • MSC Cruises has revealed new details on two districts onboard its newest ship, the MSC World Asia, in a statement. One of the districts, the Harbour, will be revamped and continue to serve as an outdoor park for families. The other, the AquaDeck district, is g…
  • Explora Journeys today confirmed the Explora II will now be sailing in the Mediterranean from November 2026 to March 2027. The ship had previously been scheduled to sail in the Middle East. The company said: “This decision has been taken well in advance,…
  • TUI Cruises cancelled an additional sailing due to the conflicts in the Middle East, according to a statement shared by the company. With its vessels still stuck in the Arabian Gulf, the company is now cancelling a repositioning voyage that was set to take pla…
  • Bohai Ferry Group has decided to publicly list the Chinese Taishan for sale for the second time, with an asking price of $23 million. The decision was said to be approved at the company’s board meeting on March 9. The 832-guest ship holds the distinction…
  • Celestyal Cruises has cancelled an additional cruise in the Aegean Sea due to the ongoing situation in the Arabian Gulf. According to a statement issued on Tuesday, the sailing that was set to take place onboard the Celestyal Discovery on April 3, 2026, will n…
  • The AIDAdiva has recently returned to the port of Hamburg in Germany following AIDA’s 2025-26 world cruise. After undergoing a major refurbishment as part of AIDA’s Evolution refit program, the vessel embarked on the voyage in early November 2025. …
  • Oceanwide Expeditions has entered into what it said was an exclusive contract finalization with a shipyard for two eco-sail expedition newbuilds, with a letter of intent signed and financing secured. The company will begin commercializing the vessels in 2027. …
  • United Waterways is partnering with JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs to develop young talent and create dishes inspired by European river regions. The partnership will see emerging culinary professionals onboard United vessels connect with JRE chefs, the company said …
  • Customers staying in Royal Suites, Voyager Suites and Executive Suites across Marella Cruises’ fleet are getting an enhanced experience starting this summer. As part of the “Suite Service Max,” the cruise line is offering guests staying in these suites a colle…
  • Margaritaville at Sea Cruise Line is looking for performers to join the live entertainment lineup aboard its upcoming vessel, the Beachcomber. In a statement, the company invited singer-songwriters, solo artists, duos, trios and bands to submit their audition …
  • Princess Cruises has announced its South America season aboard the Majestic Princess sailing from October 2027 through January 2028. The program features overnight experiences in the Antarctic Peninsula and access to 15 UNESCO World Heritage Sites across the r…
  • Carnival Corporation has announced a three‑year grant to Conservation International aiming to restore mangrove forests in the Caribbean. These coastal forests buffer shorelines from storms, absorb carbon from the atmosphere, and sustain marine life and local l…
  • Six cruise ships remain stuck in the Arabian Gulf after their operations in the region were halted in late February. With the Strait of Hormuz virtually closed to international maritime traffic, the vessels are unable to leave the area and start repositioning …
  • Adora Cruises has announced the appointment of Captain Wei Zhiyi as the new master of Adora Magic City. This marks the first time a Chinese national has taken command of the vessel since its entry into service. Captain Zhiyi officially assumed command of the 1…
  • The Celebrity Solstice recently kicked off a spring season in the Pacific after undergoing a major upgrade project at a shipyard in Singapore. As part of a $250-million refit program that will see other Solstice-class vessels being modernized, the 2008-built s…
  • Royal Caribbean International cancelled a series of cruises that were scheduled to take place onboard the Freedom of the Seas during the summer of 2027. According to a report by The Independent, over 20 itineraries scheduled between May and September 2027 were…
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