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MSC Cruises is cancelling a cruise to the Bahamas onboard the MSC Seashore due to routine drydock maintenance work.
According to a statement sent to booked guests, the sailing that was scheduled to depart from Port Canaveral on April 5, 2026, is no longer goin…
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Expedition cruising is a delicate balance between adventure, sustainability and luxury, Seabourn’s President Mark Tamis said.
“It’s a challenge, a juggling act. When you think about adventure, expedition and sustainability you have to make a choice,” he said.…
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North America is now MSC Cruises’ number one market when it comes to passenger sourcing, according to Gianni Onorato, CEO.
“Some time ago, we decided we needed to grow in North America and that is happening for us. We are better positioned and recognized by U.…
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The Philippines is making progress in strengthening its cruise business, Dr. Paulo Benito Tugbang, director of product development at the Philippine Department of Tourism, told Cruise Industry News.
After welcoming around 100 cruise calls in 2024, the country …
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Holland America Line announced itineraries for its two Grand Voyages sailing in 2027.
According to a press release, the company will offer guests the choice to embark on a 129-day circumnavigation of the globe as part of its 2027 Grand World Voyage or on a 70-…
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“We offer a comprehensive suite of services, including vessel management, technical services, crew management, hotel and food and beverage operations, and compliance,” said Frits van der Werff, vice president commercial at Anglo-Eastern Leisure Managemen…
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The Star Voyager is set to begin operations from Hong Kong on June 27 2025, marking the return of the StarCruises brand to the city.
The ship will be homeported in Hong Kong through 31 August 2025, offering a range of regional itineraries. Sailings will includ…
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Viken Group has unveiled its new, sustainable cruise yacht concept, the REI, ahead of the 2025 summer season.
The 196-meter Rei yacht blends adventure, sustainability and exclusivity to offer an ever-evolving guest experience with cutting-edge design.
Develope…
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P&O Cruises recently cancelled a cruise onboard the Aurora due to a refit delay, according to a report by the BBC.
After completing a scheduled drydock, the 2000-built vessel was set to offer a short cruise starting on Monday, April 21, 2025.
Sailing from …
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In collaboration with Genoa Airport, Costa Cruises will inaugurate inbound and outbound charter flights dedicated to Dutch and German customers, organized with the two carriers Corendon and Condor.
The company said in a press release that the flights will move…
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Carnival Corporation’s exclusive destination in Roatán, Honduras, is getting a new name as part of a major expansion project.
According to Carnival Cruise Line’s President Christine Duffy, the port will be renamed Isla Tropicale and get new features in 2026.
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The Ocean Victory embarked on the maiden voyage of the new Alma Cruceros brand on April 18, 2025.
Sailing from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the 186-guest vessel is now offering an eight-night itinerary to the Canary Islands, Morocco and Spain.
The one-way cruis…
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Regent Seven Seas Cruises opened the year with a new brand identity, part of a strategy as the company grows with two new ships and a focus on attracting generation X travelers, said Steve Odell, senior vice president and chief sales officer.
Odell called the …
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Set to launch a new cruise operation soon, Orient Express is placing significant emphasis on sustainability.
According to the company’s COO, Vianney Vautier, the concept is centered on a sailing ship that is sustainable but also brings back the “romance” of wi…
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The Puerto Rico government celebrated the maiden call of the MSC World America at the Port of San Juan with a plaque exchange ceremony.
The event was held onboard the MSC Cruises vessel during its first visit to the country, which took place on April 15, 2025.…
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“We are currently cruising at 17 knots with three generators running, maintaining the necessary speed to arrive at our next port,” Captain Ignazio Giardina told Cruise Industry News onboard the Costa Diadema. The 132,500-ton ship debuted a new seven-night itin…
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Seabourn unveiled its 2026-2027 fall, winter and spring season with new itineraries.
Between November 2026 and April 2027, the Seabourn Ovation, Seabourn Encore and Seabourn Quest will offer 31 departures to 73 destinations in 30 countries.
Caribbean
The Seabo…
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Host Milano 2025, organized by Fiera Milano, announced that the International Coffee Exhibition, SIC, will be housed in Pavilions eight to 12 and 16 to 20 at the trade show, located to encourage crossover with the gelato and pastry sectors.
According to Host 2…
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The port of Hong Kong is planning to introduce shorepower connections before 2030, said Hong Kong’s Deputy Commissioner of Tourism Joanne Chu to Cruise Industry News.
“We think it’s very important that the cruise lines can switch to electricity while the…
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HX Expeditions has announced an expansion of its Americas team across business development, marketing and tour operations, ahead of HX’s 130th anniversary in 2026.
HX said in a press release that it has focused on trade partnerships, global expansion and…
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