Cruise Industry

Disney Cruise Line Reveals Summer 2027 Global Sailings

Disney has unveiled its summer 2027 itineraries, covering destinations across Europe, the Caribbean, Alaska, the Bahamas, and Southeast Asia.

The Disney Fantasy and a tug boat in a port

TUI Cruise Unit Posts Record First Quarter Results

TUI’s cruise division reported its strongest-ever first quarter performance for 2026, with underlying EBIT rising 70.8 percent to €82.3 million.

The Mein Schiff Relax cruise ship moored in a port with other vessels

Carnival Apologizes After IT Issues Disrupt Sailings

Carnival Cruise Line issues an apology following a series of IT problems that recently impacted several of its ships operating in North America.

The Carnival Sunshine cruise ship at sea

Viking Opens First Brand Experience Center in Beijing, China

Viking Cruises has announced the official opening of its first brand experience center in China on February 5th. The center is located in Beijing.

Downtown Beijing at dusk

Carnival Delays Departures After Widespread IT Problems

Carnival vessels experienced delayed departures from their homeports on Sunday after an IT problem slowed debarkation and embarkation operations.

The Carnival Celebration cruise ship moored in a port

Costa Serena to House Athletes at 2026 Asian Games

The Organizing Committee for the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games and Asian Para Games has chartered the cruise ship, Costa Serena for the event.

The Costa Serena cruise ship moored in a cruise port

Princess Cruises’ Alfredo’s Earns Italian Cuisine Certification

Alfredo’s Pizzeria on Sun and Star Princesses receives Ospitalità Italiana Certification, seen as the highest international recognition for Italian food.

A red neon Pizzeria sign

Anthem of the Seas Resumes Sydney Cruises After Repairs

Anthem of the Seas returned to Sydney after being out of operation for ten days after its previous voyage was cancelled due to technical issues.

The Anthem of the Seas cruise ship at sea

Nick Cosslett Returns to Fred. Olsen as Borealis Director

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has announced the return of a well-known team member, welcoming Nick Cosslett back as Cruise Director aboard Borealis.

Fred. Olsen's Borealis cruise ship at sea

Amangati to Debut With Helipads and Curated Shore Access

The upcoming 94-guest Amangati super yacht is set to feature two helipads when it enters service for Aman at Sea in the Mediterranean in 2027.

A helipad with a view of the ocean in the background

TUI Cruises Introduces Exclusive Mein Schiff Monopoly Game

TUI Cruises has unveiled a Mein Schiff Monopoly edition, according to a company statement. The game lets players explore bars and restaurants.

The Tui Monopoly board game with a Mein Schiff ship on the box

Seabourn Venture Sets New Southern Record in Antarctica

Seabourn Venture sailed 70 degrees south during a 12-day Antarctic expedition marking the furthest southern point reached by a Carnival operated ship.

The Seabourn venture cruise ship in a dock

Costa Cruises Celebrates World Nutella Day at Sea

Costa Cruises celebrated World Nutella Day on February 5 with a variety of Nutella-themed treats served at its onboard Nutella Bar, the company said

jars of Nutella chocolate spread on shelves

Norwegian Bliss Ends Jersey Boys Broadway Production

Sailings on Norwegian Bliss will no longer feature the Broadway musical “Jersey Boys,” according to a recent update from Norwegian Cruise Line.

The Norwegian Bliss cruise ship at sea

Holland America Line Expands 2027-28 Pacific Itineraries

Holland America announced new itineraries for 2027–28 season, covering destinations including Hawaii, Mexico, Panama Canal, and the Pacific Coast.

The Holland America Koningsdam cruise ship in close up

Passenger Airlifted From AIDAperla After Medical Emergency

A passenger traveling aboard AIDAperla was evacuated Tuesday morning after experiencing a heart attack while the vessel was sailing near Bonaire.

The AIDAperla cruise ship in Hamburg port

Holland America Marks 100 Years of Caribbean Sailing

Holland America is celebrating a century of cruising in the Caribbean with a limited-time promotion that includes a $100 onboard credit for two,

The Holland America cruise ship Koningsdam moored near land under a blue sky

Chimu Launches Literary Retreat Voyage to Antarctica

Chimu Adventures unveils themed expedition, Frozen Chapters: A Literary Retreat to Antarctica, aboard the Ocean Nova, the company announced.

A person writing on paper with a cup of coffee nearby

MSC Cruises Partners With ORCA for Alaska Whale Research

MSC reveals collaboration with marine conservation group ORCA, which sees them place first dedicated marine mammal observer onboard MSC Poesia.

MSC's \MSC Poesia cruise ship with a yacht in front of its bow

Medical Evacuation Carried Out on Icon of the Seas

Medical evacuation was conducted on Icon of the Seas during its current Eastern Caribbean sailing after two guests suffered serious medical issues

The Icon of the Seas cruise ship at sea