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Cruise Tourist Arrested After Fleeing €1.70 Bus Fare Check

Italian media reports a case involving a cruise passenger who was arrested aboard his ship after skipping out on a €1.70 bus fare in Livorno.

Poseidon Adds All-Day Drinks and Perks for 2026 Season

Poseidon announces it will offer complimentary beer, wine and spirits throughout the day starting in May 2026, marking a significant upgrade.

Cunard Showcases Crew Talent With Barnaly’s Inspiring Path

Cunard introduces new Crew Behind the Voyage series by shining a light on team member whose career growth is resonating with crew across the fleet

Le Havre to Open New Cruise Terminals Starting This Fall

The Port of Le Havre has announced the phased opening of its three new cruise terminals, with the first two set to welcome passengers this fall.

Greece Implements New Cruise Tax to Ease Overtourism

As of Monday, a new cruise passenger fee is now in place across every port in Greece, including tourist-favorite hotspots Santorini and Mykonos.

Princess Cruises Enhances 2026 Packages with New Perks

Princess Cruises reveals revamp of its Premier and Plus packages, with updated offerings set to go on sale today for voyages scheduled in 2026.

Chemical Leak on MSC Soraya Triggers Hamburg Emergency

On July 20, a container onboard Panama-registered container ship MSC Soraya began leaking a hazardous chemical while docked at Hamburg Port.

Virgin Voyages to Host True Crime Cruise in October

Virgin Voyages has announced a collaboration with U.S. audio platform iHeartMedia to launch a special themed cruise called True Crime Voyage.

Explora I to Return to Monaco for 2026 Grand Prix

Explora Journeys has confirmed that its luxury vessel Explora I will return to Port Hercule in Monaco for the 2026 Formula 1 Grand Prix.

Carnival Expands 2027-28 Cruises From New Orleans

Carnival unveils first part of its 2027-2028 voyage schedule and officially opens bookings, featuring increase in cruise capacity from New Orleans

Durian Cruise Returns with Buffet, Melaka Tours & More

Dream Cruises is bringing back its “Durian Party” on the Genting Dream with four short getaways sailing from Singapore to Melaka, Malaysia.

HX Expands Kayaking and Camping Options in Antarctica

HX Expeditions is significantly expanding its kayaking and camping offerings in Antarctica for the upcoming 2025-26 season, beginning in October.

Carnival Liberty Returns with Major Upgrades & New Features

Carnival Liberty is back following a drydock that brought a range of improvements to the ship, Carnival Cruise Line announced in a statement.

Rudder Failure Causes Vessel Collision in Hamburg Port

Inland vessel Willi Abicht, flying the German flag, collided with container ship COSCO Shipping Capricorn at Tollerort Container Terminal, Hamburg

Engine Trouble Halts Cargo Ship Off Çanakkale Coast

On July 15th, a general cargo ship, the Spanaco Progress, suffered an engine malfunction while sailing from Spain to Kocaeli, Turkey.

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