Cruise Industry

Royal Caribbean Debuts America’s Got Talent Show at Sea

Royal Caribbean to introduce new stage production inspired by the television series America’s Got Talent aboard Legend of the Seas in August 2026

The America's Got Talent logo on a starry background

Cruise Lines Cancel Remaining Arabian Gulf Seasons

Cruise lines have canceled the rest of their 2025–26 winter operations in the Arabian Gulf due to ongoing security concerns in the region.

a rendering of the Persian Gulf and Middle east from above

Dockworker Protest Blocks Access to Port of Maceió

Access to the Port of Maceió was disrupted Wednesday after dockworkers organized a protest that blocked traffic ahead of MSC Seaview's arrival.

The MSC Seaview cruise ship docked in a port

Virgin Voyages Moves New York Sailings to Brooklyn

Virgin Voyages has announced that its cruises departing from New York City will begin sailing from the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal starting April 6.

Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Lady cruise ship at sea

MarineXchange Adds AI Booking Feature to Cabin TVs

MXP launches new AI-powered feature for its in-cabin interactive TV system designed to help cruise lines boost onboard revenue, the company said.

A hand holding a TV remote control and using it to book services on the TV in a cruise ship cabin

Carnival Introduces Express Dining for Faster Meals

Carnival has unveiled a dining concept for passengers called “Express Dining” which allows guests to enjoy a multi-course dinner in under an hour.

A birds eye view of the Carnival Breeze cruise ship

MSC Divina Crew Rescue Distressed Boat Near Honduras

Crew members on MSC Divina helped rescue people from a vessel in distress late last night while the cruise ship was sailing near Roatán, Honduras.

The MSC Divina cruise ship moored in a port

Adora Cruises Launches Sea Film Festival Sailings

Adora Cruises introduces film festival themed cruises from March through June this year on Adora Magic City, Adora Mediterranea and Piano Land.

An illustration of kung fu move star Bruce Lee

AIDAmar Begins Winter in the Far North Cruise From Hamburg

On March 7th, AIDAmar departed on its first sailing of the winter season, beginning a 14-day voyage on the “Winter in the Far North” itinerary.

The AIDAmar cruise ship docked in a port

Royal Caribbean Updates Beverage Package Options

Royal Caribbean announces adjustments to its beverage packages, which will no longer automatically include access to Coca-Cola Freestyle machines

two cans of Cocoa-Cola on ice

Mein Schiff 4 Crew Repatriation Begins After Gulf Disruption

TUI Cruises has started repatriating crew members from the Mein Schiff 4, stranded in the Persian Gulf, after all passengers were disembarked.

The Mein Schiff 4 cruise ship docked in a port

Silversea Wins Award for Best Wine Program

Silversea has been recognized with the 2026 Vibe Vista Award, which recognize top performers in the beverage sector, for Best Wine Program.

Bottles of wine in a wine rack

MSC Musica Expands South America Homeports for 2026

MSC Cruises says it will operate the MSC Musica from three additional homeports during its 2026–27 winter season in Brazil and South America.

The MSC Musica criuise ship

Adora Mediterranea Returns to Dalian for 2026 Cruises

Adora Cruises has announced plans to station the Adora Mediterranea in the Northeastern Chinese port of Dalian for a second year in a row.

The Xinghai Bay bridge in Dalian, China.

Costa Deliziosa Assists Stranded Italians in Maldives

Costa Deliziosa left Malé on Wednesday after taking onboard 28 Italian citizens who had been unable to travel home because of disrupted flights.

The Costa Deliziosa cruise ship in a port

Oceania and Regent Reveal New Global Leadership Structure

Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises introduce new leadership structure following appointment of Wesley D’Silva as Regent president.

The Regent Seven Seas Grandeur cruise ship docked in a port

Hapag-Lloyd Plans Indian Ocean Expeditions for 2027

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises announces series of warm-weather expedition voyages in the western Indian Ocean aboard the Hanseatic Nature in 2027-2028.

A small island off Madagascar in the Indian Ocean

Celebrity Solstice Debuts Major Upgrades in Singapore

Celebrity Solstice departed Singapore on Monday March 2nd after completing a large refurbishment project that began in the middle of January.

The Celebrity Solstice cruise ship in a port surrounded by much smaller boats

Queen Mary 2 Arrives in Sydney During World Voyage

Cunard’s flagship Queen Mary 2 sailed into Sydney Harbour on March 4 as part of her 108-night World Voyage that began in Southampton, UK.

The Queen Mary 2 cruise ship at sea

MSC Euribia Issues Safety Guidance While Docked in Dubai

Passengers onboard MSC Euribia have received a letter outlining emergency procedures while the ship remains docked in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Dubai's coastline and the Burj al Arab as seen from the air