26 May 2025

Cruise Ship Rescues Sailors and Dogs in Wild Seas

Four sailors and three dogs were rescued by the Carnival Splendor after their catamaran became disabled in rough waters south of New Caledonia.

Cruise Ship Rescues Sailors and Dogs in Wild Seas
23 May 2025

MSC Meraviglia Back on Schedule After Propulsion Repairs

MSC Meraviglia resumed its sailings on May 18 following a week of maintenance in Portland, Maine, where it underwent repairs to address a propulsion issue.

MSC Meraviglia Back on Schedule After Propulsion Repairs
23 May 2025

Disney Cruise Inspires Caribbean Students With Career Tours

Disney is expanding its youth outreach through the Treasure Tomorrow initiative, offering students across the Caribbean a firsthand look at maritime careers

Disney Cruise Inspires Caribbean Students With Career Tours
23 May 2025

Holland America Debuts Dutch-Inspired Tea Experience

Holland America Line has teamed up with Art of Tea to enhance its afternoon tea offerings by introducing a blend that pays homage to its heritage.

Holland America Debuts Dutch-Inspired Tea Experience
23 May 2025

Carnival Magic’s November 1 Sailing Becomes Adults-Only

Guests who are booked on the November 1st sailing of Carnival Magic were recently notified that the voyage is now exclusively for adults.

Carnival Magic’s November 1 Sailing Becomes Adults-Only
22 May 2025

MSC Cruises Launches Streamlined Dining Upgrades Fleetwide

MSC Cruises has unveiled a comprehensive upgrade to its dining program across its fleet, introducing fixed-price menus and flexible packages.

MSC Cruises Launches Streamlined Dining Upgrades Fleetwide
22 May 2025

Egypt to Launch First-Ever Cruise Tourism Forum in June

Cairo is set to host the first edition of the Cruise Egypt Forum, under the theme “Navigate Egyptian Legacy”, from June 1st to 2nd, 2025.

Egypt to Launch First-Ever Cruise Tourism Forum in June
22 May 2025

Ocean Victory Cruise Ship Seized in Malaga Port

On May 20, the Ocean Victory cruise ship—operated by Spain’s newcomer cruise line Alma Cruceros—was detained in the port of Malaga.

Ocean Victory Cruise Ship Seized in Malaga Port
21 May 2025

Costa Favolosa Enacts Health Measures Amid Illness Cases

Costa has implemented emergency health protocols following reports of gastrointestinal illness among several passengers aboard the Costa Favolosa

Costa Favolosa Enacts Health Measures Amid Illness Cases
21 May 2025

Cayman Voters Reject Cruise Berthing Development Plan

Cayman Island residents vote against plan to construct cruise ship facilities in George Town, showing public opposition to the proposed development

Cayman Voters Reject Cruise Berthing Development Plan
21 May 2025

Viking Cruises Shifts Focus to 2026 Amid Strong Bookings

During Viking’s Q1 2025 earnings call Torstein Hagen announced it has nearly sold out its 2025 sailings and is turning its attention to 2026.

Viking Cruises Shifts Focus to 2026 Amid Strong Bookings
21 May 2025

Two Cruise Passengers Evacuated Near Aceh Coast

Indonesian officials carry out emergency medical evacuation after two passengers aboard a cruise ship off the coast of Aceh became seriously ill.

Two Cruise Passengers Evacuated Near Aceh Coast
20 May 2025

MSC Cruises Orders Two More LNG-Powered World Class Ships

MSC Cruises has expanded its fleet plans with the order of two additional LNG-powered World Class ships from shipbuilder Chantiers de l’Atlantique

MSC Cruises Orders Two More LNG-Powered World Class Ships
20 May 2025

Cruise Community Mourns Passing of Diamond Princess Captain

The cruise industry is grieving the death of Captain Michele Bartolomei of the Diamond Princess, who passed away early Monday morning onboard.

Cruise Community Mourns Passing of Diamond Princess Captain
20 May 2025

Toddler Dies Suddenly on Costa Toscana Mediterranean Cruise

A sad incident occurred aboard the Costa Toscana when a two-year-old boy collapsed and died while the vessel was sailing between Italian ports.

Toddler Dies Suddenly on Costa Toscana Mediterranean Cruise