Holland America Honors Joska, First Five-Star Service Dog

On May 2, Holland America Line hosted a ceremony aboard the Rotterdam to celebrate Joska, the first service dog to earn five-star Mariner status.

Multiple Medical Emergencies Occur on Norwegian Bliss

A recent Alaska cruise aboard the Norwegian Bliss was disrupted by a series of medical incidents, including a serious emergency evacuation.

Silver Ray Fined for Close Pass Near Capri’s Faraglioni

Cruise ship Silver Ray criticized by Italian maritime officials and environmental advocates after sailing too close to Capri's Faraglioni rocks.

AIDA Hosts CDEMA for Sustainability Briefing in Barbados

AIDA welcomed officials from the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency aboard AIDAbella to discuss the cruise line’s sustainable ship ops

Anthem of the Seas Launches Inaugural Alaska Season

Royal Caribbean International’s cruise ship, Anthem of the Seas, is making its debut in Alaska, marking its first deployment in the region.

Holland America Expands Partnership With AWCC for 2025

Holland America reveals an expanded collaboration with the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, introducing new experiences for its 2025 season.

NCLH Opens Modern Medical Clinic for Filipino Crew

Norwegian Cruise Line has launched its own dedicated medical clinic in the Philippines, designed specifically to serve its Filipino crew members.

Carnival Rolls Out Digital Shore Excursion Platform

Carnival launches new digital platform designed to replace paper tickets for shore excursions, aiming to streamline check-ins and communication.

Cruise Passenger Fined $2,500 for Drugs in Bermuda

Cruise passenger who disembarked in Bermuda and asked about local drug laws fined after authorities find her in possession of cannabis and cocaine

Man Released on Bail After Cruise Ship Murder Inquiry

A man arrested in connection with a murder investigation on a cruise ship shortly after it left Southampton, UK, has been released on bail.

Spirit of Discovery Makes First-Ever Stop in Çeşme, Turkey

Saga Cruises’ Spirit of Discovery cruise ship recently made history by becoming the largest vessel to ever dock at the port of Çeşme in Turkey.

Explora I Begins Second Summer Season in the Mediterranean

The Explora I has returned to Europe for its second straight summer sailing the Mediterranean, based out of its home port of Barcelona Spain.

Princess Cruises Tightens Beverage Package Rules Fleetwide

Sky Princess Itinerary Switched to Eastern Caribbean Route

Princess Cruises has announced a full change to the itinerary for the Sky Princess sailing which is departing on December 28th, 2025.

Cruise Ship Suspected in Power Outage on Greek Island