Cruise Industry

Couple Sues AIDA Cruises Over Nudist Area Changes

Couple takes legal action against AIDA Cruises after claiming extensive changes made to AIDAdiva altered their experience.

The AIDAdiva cruise ship docked in a port at sunset

Erie Added to Great Lakes Voyage for 2028 Say Victory Cruise Lines

Victory Cruise Lines will include Erie, Pennsylvania, in a new Great Lakes Voyage launching in 2028, with the first scheduled call set for July 2028.

Presque Isle Lighthouse, Erie, United States at sunset

Royal Caribbean Expands Community Investment in Mahahual, Mexico

Royal Caribbean announces plan to build Mahahual K’iin Community Center, designed to benefit residents of Mahahual, Mexico.

Straw roofed buildings in Mahahual, Mexico

Six Cruise Passengers Arrested on Warrants at at Port Canaveral

Six cruise passengers arrested at Port Canaveral after Brevard County Sheriff's Office deputies identified outstanding warrants.

Police cars lined up in a street in Florida

AIDAperla to Offer New Winter Cruises from Kiel in 2027

AIDA Cruises is expanding its 2027-28 winter schedule by introducing a series of winter sailings from Kiel aboard the AIDAperla.

The AIDAperla cruise ship at sea

Wärtsilä Signs Eight-Year LNG Service Deal with Carnival

Wärtsilä has signed an eight-year lifecycle agreement with Carnival Corporation covering four LNG-powered cruise ships.

The Carnival Celebration cruise ship moored in a port

Luxury Sailing Yacht Anchor Damages WWII Aircraft Wreck

A luxury sailing yacht is under investigation after its anchor reportedly caused extensive damage to a rare World War II aircraft wreck.

Two divers inspecting an underwater wreck

Royal Caribbean Extends Labadee Suspension Through Mid-2027

Royal Caribbean has canceled all scheduled visits to its private destination of Labadee through mid-2027, according to a report.

A Royal Caribbean cruise ship moored off Labadee, Haiti

Holland America Adds Solo Balcony Cabins in Fleet Revamp

Holland America Line's Evolution project to introduce new onboard features while transforming accommodations across six ships.

Holland America's cruise ship Oosterdam in port

Winter 2027 Sees Marella Expands Adults-Only Fleet

Adults-only cruising is set to grow, with Marella Cruises leading the trend by making Marella Discovery 2 a permanent adults-only ship.

The Marella Discovery cruise ship in a port

Crew Member Found Dead Aboard Celebrity Constellation

Italian authorities have launched an investigation after a crew member was found dead aboard the Celebrity Constellation.

The Celebrity Constellation cruise ship moored in a port

Norwegian Jade and Gem Unveil New Upgrades After Refit

Norwegian Cruise Line reveals more details about new and enhanced venues introduced aboard Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem.

The Norwegian Gem cruise ship at sea at sunset

Port of Lisbon Sets New June Cruise Passenger Record

The Port of Lisbon achieved its busiest June ever for cruise operations in 2026, welcoming 81,735 passengers across 37 calls.

The Port of Lisbon, Portugal

Tianjin Oriental’s Dream to Become Floating Hotel at Beer Festival

Tianjin Oriental’s Dream to host 10-day stationary staycation serving as the first offshore venue for the Qingdao International Beer Festival.

A neon Tsingtao beer sign

Ex-Royal Caribbean Waiter Challenges Internet Misconduct Dismissal

Former waiter who served on Royal Caribbean's Utopia of the Seas is contesting dismissal after he was accused of unauthorized internet use

Internet data on a screen

Costa Serena Begins Final Season in Asia Before Relocation

The Costa Serena is sailing its final season in Asia after spending more than a decade operating in the region.

The Costa Serena cruise ship in dock

Coast Guard Evacuates Pregnant Passenger From Carnival Ship

A U.S. Coast Guard crew from Station Miami Beach medically evacuated a pregnant woman from a Carnival cruise ship on Thursday.

A Carnival cruise ship as seen from the water

Filipino Crew Member Dies After Falling Ill on Cruise Ship

A 60-year-old Filipino crew member has died after becoming ill while working aboard a cruise ship during a port call in Chios, Greece.

A bay on the island of Chios, Greece

Danube Low Water Levels Disrupt European River Cruises

Exceptionally low water levels on the Danube are disrupting cruises, with conditions affecting cruise operations and tourism across Hungary.

A river cruise boat sailing past the Hungarian Parliament buildings on the Danube River

AIDA Announces Six Themed Winter Cruises for 2026-27 Season

AIDA reveals themed voyages for 2026-27 season, featuring music, comedy, wellness, darts, winter sports, and family entertainment.

The AIDA Prima cruise ship docked in a Norwegian harbor