Cruise Industry

Luminara Makes Maiden Call to New Asia Homeport, Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced that the luxury yacht Luminara made its first-ever visit to Hong Kong on January 13, 2026.

A vivid sunset over Hong Kong island

Costa Serena First Cruise Ship to Call at Vietnam in 2026

Costa Serena, with more than 2,960 passengers onboard, arrived in Nha Trang this month, marking the first cruise ship call to Vietnam in 2026.

The Costa Serena cruise ship docked at a cruise terminal

AIDA Partners With Orlando Magic to Expand Sports Reach

AIDA is broadening its international sports presence through a new partnership with the National Basketball Association's (NBA) Orlando Magic.

The AIDA logo on a cruise ship's funnel

Zuiderdam Sets Out on 21-Night Ultimate Caribbean Voyage

Holland America Line’s cruise ship Zuiderdam recently departed PortMiami to begin a 21-night cruise to the Caribbean and the Bahamas.

Holland America's cruise ship Zuiderdam in port

MSC Meraviglia to Debut in Southern Caribbean in 2027

The cruise ship, the MSC Meraviglia will be deployed to the Southern Caribbean for the first time during the 2027 to 2028 winter season.

The MSC Meraviglia cruise ship at dusk

Fourteen Years Since Costa Concordia Maritime Tragedy

Today marks 14 years since Costa Concordia ran aground and partially capsized off the coast of Giglio Island, resulting in the loss of 32 lives.

The capsized Costa Concordia

Carnival Dream Sets Sail on Extended Journeys Cruises

Carnival Dream departed Galveston, Texas earlier this month to begin a special 14-night voyage to the Southern Caribbean and Central America.

The Carnival Dream cruise ship docked in Galveston, Texas

MSC Poesia to End Passenger Sailings Early in Europe

MSC Poesia will conclude passenger service sooner than originally scheduled, with its current cruise set to end in Southampton on February 13th.

The MSC Poesia cruise ship with a smaller sail boat in front of her bow

Queen Anne Departs Southampton on Cunard 2026 World Voyage

The Queen Anne sailed from Southampton yesterday, Sunday 11th of January, marking the start of one of Cunard’s world voyages for the 2026 season.

The Cunard logo on the side of one of its cruise ships

Norovirus Affects Nearly 90 Aboard Holland America Cruise

A norovirus outbreak was recorded on a Holland America Line cruise during a recent Caribbean sailing, impacting close to 90 passengers and crew.

The Holland America cruise ship, Rotterdam in an Icelandic harbor

AIDAperla to Return to Middle East for 2027-28 Winter

AIDA Cruises has opened reservations for AIDAperla's Middle East and Arabian Gulf cruises that are scheduled for the 2027-28 winter season.

The AIDAperla cruise ship docked in Hamburg, Germany

Olympic Flame Passes Costa Smeralda During Savona Port Call

Italy’s countdown to the 2026 Winter Olympics saw a memorable scene last week as the Olympic flame passed through Savona alongside a cruise ship.

The Costa Smerelda cruise ship in dock with the Olympic flame in the foreground

Groundbreaking Set for PortMiami’s New Cruise Terminal G

Groundbreaking ceremony for Cruise Terminal G at PortMiami, serving Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea took place on Thursday.

Miami Cruise Port as seen from the deck of a ship

Royal Caribbean Opens Royal Beach Club Paradise Island

Royal Caribbean has opened its Royal Beach Club Paradise Island, touted as a first-of-its-kind beach club destination, according to a press release

Nassau, Bahamas as seen from above

Holland America Sees Strong Growth in Europe Cruise Demand

Holland America reports a significant increase in interest for its European cruises with bookings for the 2026 season rising by more than a third

The Holland America Noordam cruise ship at sea

Expedition Ships Make Contact During Storm in Ushuaia

Two expedition ships were involved in a minor docking incident at Ushuaia, Argentina on Tuesday after harsh weather disrupted harbor operations.

A ship in the port of Ushuaia, Argentina

Casablanca Cruise Port Opens Season With Silver Muse Call

Casablanca Cruise Port has officially launched its cruise season with the arrival of Silversea Cruises’ ship, Silver Muse on January 6th.

Casablanca as see from the water

Adora Launches Chinese Cultural Documentary Series at Sea

Adora Cruises has introduced a new onboard video documentary series about China across its ships Adora Magic City and Adora Mediterranea.

Two Chinese jade lion sculptures

Oceania Cruises Moves to Adults-Only Sailings in 2026

Oceania Cruises has announced that beginning January 7, 2026, all new reservations for future voyages will be limited to guests aged 18 and over.

A sign on a dock saying 'No Kids Allowed' with a cruise ship in the background

Viking Launches Savings Event With Discounts Through 2028

Viking unveils “The Viking Savings Event,” introducing offers for travelers in North America across its portfolio of destination-focused cruises.

Close up of  a Viking cruise ship