Royal Caribbean's Serenade and Norwegian Joy to Close Astoria Cruise Season
Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas arrived in Astoria, Oregon on September 28, carrying more than 2,000 passengers.
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AI Supports Cruise Retail but Cannot Replace Human Connection
AI can help cruise retailers analyze data, predict inventory and identify trends, but it can't replace the personal touch.
Great Bear Rainforest Cruise Finale for Zaandam’s Alaska Season
Holland America Line's Zaandam is currently operating the cruise line's “Great Bear Rainforest and Alaska Explorer” voyage.
Quebec City Welcomes Seabourn Ovation on Maiden Call
The Seabourn Ovation made its inaugural visit to Quebec City on September 23, 2026, according to an update from Port de Québec.
Virgin Voyages Celebrates Its Two Millionth Passenger
Virgin Voyages has reached a new milestone after welcoming the two-millionth passenger to choose a sailing with the cruise line.
Disney Dream Makes Maiden Visit to Madeira Island
The Disney Dream made its inaugural visit to Madeira on September 16, 2026, calling at Funchal during a transatlantic voyage.
Costa Fortuna Begins Transformation Into Beachcomber
The former Costa Fortuna has entered the early stages of its transformation into Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber.
Luojing Terminal in Shanghai Cleared for Foreign Trade
Shanghai has approved the first phase of its automated Luojing container terminal for foreign-trade operations
Viking Helps Ocean Officers Transition to River Cruising
Viking is encouraging experienced ocean-going officers to move into the company's river cruise operations through its recertification program.
Port of Brisbane Sets New Record With 1.74M TEU
The Port of Brisbane handled a record 1.74 million teu during the 2025/26 financial year as the port continues to invest in new infrastructure.
Queen Elizabeth Delays Alaska Cruise for Essential Maintenance
Cunard's Queen Elizabeth is sailing a modified Alaska itinerary after its departure from Seattle was delayed by approximately 24 hours.
Holland America Employees Remove 47 Kilos of Seattle Waterfront Trash
More than 20 Holland America Line employees left their desks behind for an afternoon to help clean up Seattle's waterfront.
Costa Introduces New Watchkeeping Schedule for Engineers
Costa Cruises introduces revised watchkeeping schedule designed to provide engine department officers with longer periods of uninterrupted rest.
Royal Caribbean Sets First 2028-2029 Cruise Release Dates
Royal Caribbean will begin releasing its 2028-2029 cruise deployments for booking during the week of September 28, 2026.
Norwegian Getaway Passenger Risks Life for Selfie VIDEO
A concerning video shared on social media shows a passenger standing on the outside of Norwegian Getaway to take a selfie.
Australia Introduces New Wheat Port Code from October 1
Australia updates national Wheat Port Code regulating bulk wheat export terminals, with revised framework to come into effect October 1.
Turkish Authorities Seize 350kg of Cocaine from Bulk Carrier
Turkish authorities have seized approximately 350 kg of cocaine from the bulk carrier CSPC Pisces during an operation at Mersin Port.
Disney Wonder Crew Member Injured, Airlifted off Canadian Coast
Injured crew member aboard Disney Wonder evacuated by helicopter during rescue operation off the coast of British Columbia, Canada.
Costa Crew Health Program Named Finalist for Welfare Award
Costa health initiative selected as finalist for the Health and Wellbeing at Sea Award at the 2026 Crew Connect Global Awards.
Homer Cruise Passenger Tax Revenue More Than Doubles
Cruise activity in Homer generated $18,870 in state passenger tax distributions from the 2025 season, more than twice the previous year.