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.
Cruise Industry
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.
Adora Flora City Unveils First Cruise Itineraries in Asia
Adora Cruises has announced the first itineraries for its newest ship, the Adora Flora City, with bookings set to open on May 20th, 2026.
Star Princess Completes First Panama Canal Transit
Princess Cruises’ latest vessel, Star Princess, has completed its maiden voyage through the Panama Canal - a highlight in the ship’s debut season.
Top Cruise Lines Honored at F&B@Sea 2026 Awards
A number of cruise operators and industry figures have been celebrated at the F&B@Sea Awards, recognizing excellence in onboard food and beverage.
Two Incidents on Carnival Splendor Shock Passengers
A tragic situation unfolded on board the Carnival Splendor, where two separate incidents during the same voyage have deeply affected passengers.
Cruise Ships Resume Voyages After Hormuz Reopens
Following the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, six cruise ships that had been delayed in the region are now preparing to return to service.
Norwegian Jewel Restarts Cruise Sailings From Philadelphia
Norwegian Jewel became the first cruise ship in years to arrive and depart from Philadelphia as operations resume at the PhilaPort Cruise Port.
Princess Cruises Orders Three Next-Gen LNG Cruise Ships
Princess announces new agreements with Fincantieri for the construction of three next-generation cruise ships, according to a company statement.
Marseille Port to Provide Power to Three Cruise Ships At Once
Port of Marseille Fos is preparing to become one of the first Mediterranean ports able to provide shore power to three large cruise ships at once.