Cruise News

  • Actor Liev Schreiber’s Sláinte Irish Whiskey is now exclusively available on Princess Cruises as part of the “Love Line Premium Liquors” collection, according to a press release. The whiskey, known for its smooth finish and aging process in American bourbon oa…
  • Windstar Cruises awarded Jennifer Wilson-Buttigieg, head of travel policy for Chase Travel, with the ASTA Icon Award at the ASTA Travel Masters event on August 21. The award was presented by Windstar’s Vice President of Sales, Dianna Rom. “Now a th…
  • The World has unveiled its 2025 journey, spanning five oceans and six continents, according to a company statement. Sailing from Cabo San Lucas, Mexico and ending in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, the residential ship will visit nearly 100 ports along the way. T…
  • Viking is introducing six new itineraries in Asia, offering exclusive access to Japan and China, including Tibet (Xizang) in 2025, according to a press release. These voyages, ranging from 15 to 22 days, will visit destinations such as Shanghai, Beijing, Xi’an…
  • Margaritaville at Sea announced that is going to Nassau for the first time with the Paradise, as a new four-night itinerary features stops at Grand Bahama Island and Nassau, Bahamas, plus a day at sea. These special four-night sailings are available only for s…
  • Scenic Group has officially started construction on its next-generation superyacht, the Emerald Kaia, according to a press release. The milestone was marked by the cutting of the first steel for the hull at the Halong Shipbuilding Company in Vietnam on August …
  • Ambassador Cruise Line is launching an End of Summer Sale, featuring a £1 deposit offer for select 2025 voyages and their lowest prices ever for the 2024-25 itineraries, according to a press release. From August 29 to September 4, 2024, guests can book sailing…
  • Carnival Cruise Line is canceling a cruise onboard the Carnival Vista due to propulsion issues with the 2017-built ship. According to a statement sent to booked guests, the vessel needs to undergo repairs and won’t be able to sail from Port Canaveral on …
  • TUI Cruises and Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP) held the first-ever TUI Cruises Gotland Day in Visby, Gotland, on August 19, 2024, aboard the newly launched The Mein Schiff 7. The event, aimed at promoting dialogue on sustainability, brought together local politic…
  • Explora Journeys announced in a press release the opening of a Buccellati boutique aboard the Explora II, marking the first of its kind at sea.  Koray Savas, vice president of hotel operations at Explora Journeys, said: “The opening of Buccellati’s bouti…
  • Oceania is adding a range of new Caribbean and Panama Canal winter sailings in early 2026 departing from Tampa, according to a press release. The line’s 670-guest Insignia will make history in March 2026 as it becomes the first ultra-premium cruise line …
  • Crystal has opened bookings for its 2026 itineraries, featuring destinations such as Indonesia, Japan, East Africa and Baja California. In 2026, travelers can enjoy exploration and cultural immersion experiences through Crystal’s partnership with Abercro…
  • The construction of TUI Cruises’ new Mein Schiff Relax is progressing well at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy. In a series of pictures recently shared by the company, the 161,000-ton vessel can be seen undergoing interior outfitting while r…
  • Allen Marine Tours has introduced a new geo-fencing technology aimed at reducing noise pollution from its tour vessels in sensitive areas throughout Southeast Alaska. This technology, developed by Allen Marine Owner Jamey Cagle and Electronics and Parts Specia…
  • The Seabourn Odyssey recently completed its final season in Alaska for Seabourn. After completing a final cruise in the region earlier this month, the luxury ship, which was sold to Mitsui Ocean Cruises, is set to be delivered to its new owners in late Septemb…
  • Neuron today launched Network Capacity Controller, the first solution for dynamically orchestrating satellite capacity between the ships, according to a press release. The Network Capacity Controller uses AI and machine learning to make the best use of fleet-w…
  • Carnival Cruise Line has announced new itineraries for seven ships departing from Miami, Port Canaveral, Galveston and Baltimore in 2026 and 2027. Featured destinations include the expanded Half Moon Cay, with a new pier accommodating Carnival’s Excel Cl…
  • Cordelia Cruises has partnered with WMS to provide wireless connectivity services aboard the Empress, ensuring that passengers and crew can stay connected to family, friends, and work while at sea, according to a press release. WMS will deliver cellular servic…
  • Viking is adopting a “very measured approach” to the Chinese market, according to CFO Leah Talactac, speaking on the company’s recent second quarter earnings call. Despite having four European river vessels dedicated to Chinese travelers and a join…
  • Princess Cruises is canceling several cruises onboard the Crown Princess due to the rescheduling of planned drydock maintenance. According to a statement shared with travel advisors, the cancellations include cruises departing from Australia and Asia between S…
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