Columbia Cruise Services Opens Shanghai, China Office
Columbia Cruise Services (CCS) has launched a new office in Shanghai, positioned alongside its cruise partner Adora Cruises.
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MSC Cruises Reveals 2028 Caribbean Summer Deployment
MSC Cruises has announced its North America and Caribbean deployment plans for the 2028 summer season, featuring itineraries across seven ships.
Norwegian Cruise Line Survey Explores Longer Crew Contracts
A new survey conducted onboard several NCL vessels is prompting discussion about whether the company may be considering longer contracts for crew and officers.
Virgin Cruises Warns Guests of Delays at Spanish Ports
Virgin Voyages is warning passengers about longer disembarkation times in Spain following the introduction of new European Union border control procedures.
Royal Caribbean Reminds Symphony Guests of Door Rules
Passengers on Symphony of the Seas receive notice from Royal Caribbean International outlining guidelines for decorating stateroom doors during the cruise.
Heritage Discoverer to Sail Antarctic Preview Voyage
Heritage Expeditions has announced a special preview sailing aboard its newest expedition ship, Heritage Discoverer, set to take place in November.
Carnival Faces Lawsuits Over Reported Data Breach
Carnival is dealing with a number of lawsuits following a reported data breach that may have exposed personal information of millions of customers.
Margaritaville at Sea Crew Join Beach Cleanup for Earth Day
Crew members from the cruise ship Margaritaville at Sea marked Earth Day by taking part in a beach cleanup effort in Nassau, in the Bahamas.
Royal Caribbean Opens new Beach Club in Santorini, Greece
Royal Caribbean International has launched its first Royal Beach Club in Europe, introducing a new shore experience on the island of Santorini.
Rotterdam Returns to Service After Drydock Upgrades
Holland America Line’s cruise ship Rotterdam has returned to operation following a two-week drydock in The Netherlands where it underwent upgrades.
MSC Euribia Prepares for Return to Cruise Service
MSC Euribia is currently docked in Valletta’s Grand Harbour as it gets ready to resume normal cruise operations after several weeks of disruption.
Royal Caribbean Tests Early Cabin Assignment Option
Royal Caribbean International is testing a new option that allows guests booking guarantee cabins to pay a fee for earlier stateroom assignments.
Crew Member Overboard From Norwegian Breakaway
A second Norwegian Cruise Line crew member has reportedly gone overboard within two-weeks, following an incident aboard the Norwegian Breakaway.
Woman Dies After Fall on Carnival Firenze Cruise
A woman has died after falling from a balcony on board the Carnival Firenze cruise ship while the vessel was sailing off the coast of California.
Virgin Voyages Launches AI Assistant for Cruise Planning
Virgin Voyages has introduced its first AI-powered tools, including an onboard crew assistant and a travel planning assistant named Rovey.
Sapphire Princess Diverts After Bodies Found at Sea
Sapphire Princess was forced to alter its route during a Mediterranean voyage after a watch developed into a serious incident for those onboard.
Cruise Ship Officer Arrested Over War Crime Allegations
Italian authorities detained a cruise ship security officer on suspicion of war crimes and genocide linked to the conflict in former Yugoslavia.
Crew Members Deported After Screening at Port Everglades
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Port Everglades have deported four cruise ship crew members following routine inspections.
Mein Schiff Crew Return as Ships Head Back to Europe
Crew are preparing to rejoin Mein Schiff 4 and 5 in Cape Town and Malta as the vessels journey back to Europe after weeks of Middle East disruption.
Cruise Lines Fund Rebuild of Ketchikan Veterans Post
Princess Cruises, Holland America Line announce joint contribution of $175,000 for reconstruction of an American Legion Post in Ketchikan, Alaska.