MSC Magnifica Refurbished Ahead of Winter Sailings
MSC Cruises completes refurbishment of MSC Magnifica at the Palumbo shipyard in Malta with the vessel beginning its winter Mediterranean program.
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Cruise Passenger Swept Away by Waves During Baiona Excursion
A tragic incident occurred Thursday in NW Spain when a cruise passenger was pulled into the sea by powerful waves during a shore excursion.
StarCruises Hosts RMHC Malaysia Families Aboard Star Voyager
StarCruises and Ronald McDonald House Charities Malaysia welcomed 200 pediatric patients and families aboard Star Voyager for event in Port Klang
Viking Becomes Main Sponsor of Norway’s Youth Football Programs
Viking and the Norwegian Football Federation have entered into a new partnership which is aimed at elevating young football talent in Norway.
Costa Toscana Completes Second Shore Power Test in La Spezia
The Costa Toscana successfully carried out a second shore power test on Thursday at the Port of La Spezia, connecting to the system at Garibaldi Pier.
Seville Cruise Port Secures 25 Year Concession with GPH and OPM
Global Ports Holding Limited (GPH) and Ocean Platform Marinas (OPM) have been awarded a 25 year concession to operate Seville Cruise Port.
Celebration Key Welcomes One Millionth Carnival Guest
Carnival Cruise Line has celebrated the arrival of its one millionth guest at Celebration Key, just five months after the new destination opened.
Trojan Malware Found on Ferry in France Sparks Security Probe
Trojan malware discovered aboard passenger ferry while docked in Sète. Reportedly capable of giving attackers remote access to vessel’s systems.
Norwegian Releases 2027–28 Sailings, Brings Back Free at Sea Plus
Norwegian Cruise Line has unveiled its 2027–2028 deployment dates and ports, alongside the return of its Free at Sea Plus upgrade package.
MSC Unveils Two New Eastern Mediterranean Routes for 2026
MSC Cruises has announced two new Eastern Mediterranean itineraries for the summer 2026 season featuring the MSC Lirica and the MSC Divina.
Margaritaville at Sea Introduces New High Tide Market Food Hall
Margaritaville at Sea is launching High Tide Market, a new casual dining food hall set to debut on their cruise ship, Paradise in January 2026.
Disney Adventure Delivered as Line’s Largest Ship to Date
Disney Cruise Line has officially taken delivery of the Disney Adventure. The ship was handed over during a ceremony at the Meyer Werft shipyard.
Jamaica Reaches 300,000 Visitors as Tourism Rebounds Strongly
Jamaica Tourist Board announces country has surpassed 300,000 visitors following Hurricane Melissa, a milestone credited to nation’s recovery strategy.
Port of Rouen Ends 2025 with Strong Ocean & River Cruise Activity
The Port of Rouen concluded its 2025 cruise season with a final visit from Fred. Olsen’s cruise ship, Balmoral, from December 17th to 18th.
Holland America to Stream FIFA World Cup 26 Across Entire Fleet
Holland America Line announces guests and crew will be able to watch every match of the FIFA World Cup 26™, with all 104 games broadcast live.
Port of Brisbane Welcomes Its 500th Cruise Ship Arrival
Port of Brisbane celebrates by marking the arrival of its 500th cruise ship at the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal since opening in 2022.
Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Brings Festive Cheer to AIDAnova
Guests on AIDAnova received an unexpected holiday treat on Saturday when the iconic Coca-Cola Christmas truck paid a visit to Hamburg Cruise Center
Atlantic Canada Marks Milestones in Strong 2025 Cruise Season
The ACCA reports a successful 2025 cruise season, highlighted by first time port visits, major achievements and cooperation across the region.
AIDAdiva Makes Historic First Transit Through Panama Canal
AIDAdiva has completed passage through the Panama Canal during its world cruise, marking the first time an AIDA vessel has sailed the waterway.
Margaritaville Expands Free Hero Cabins for Holiday Season
Margaritaville at Sea launched its holiday giveback campaign, widening the availability of free hero cabins aboard the Paradise and Islander.