Viking Alters Rhine Cruise as Low Water Disrupts Sailing
Viking informs passengers of changes to Aug. 19 departure of Viking Idun as low water levels continue to affect navigation on the Rhine.
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Fred. Olsen Becomes First Cruise Line to Sign Seafarer Pledge
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has become the first cruise line to sign the Merchant Navy Welfare Board's (MNWB) Seafarer Pledge.
TUI Cruises Shares Helicopter Rescue Drill on Mein Schiff 7 VIDEO
TUI Cruises offers glimpse into important aspect of safety at sea by releasing footage of helicopter evacuation training exercise.
Carnival Launches Shoe Recycling Program Across U.S. Fleet
Carnival Cruise Line has teamed up with Sneaker Impact to introduce a footwear recycling program across its US fleet.
MSC Bellissima Launches 2026 Summer Season from Shanghai
MSC Bellissima arrived at Shanghai Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal on Aug 1 officially starting MSC Cruises' 2026 Shanghai summer season.
Royal Caribbean Expands Australia and Asia Cruise Operations
Royal Caribbean to increase presence across Australia and Asia with the redeployment of three ships and additional itineraries.
Carnival Celebrates First-Ever Solar Eclipse Cruise
Carnival Cruise Line celebrates new milestone after passengers experience solar eclipse during company's first solar eclipse cruise.
Madeira Shortlisted for Two World Cruise Awards in 2026
Madeira secures nominations in two categories at the 2026 World Cruise Awards, continuing the archipelago's run of recognition.
Grand Voyages Cruise Documentary Debuts on Amazon Prime
“Grand Voyages,” a travel documentary series centered on cruising has made its debut on Amazon Prime.
P&O Cruises Extends Taste of Barbados Culinary Program
P&O Cruises is continuing its partnership with award-winning Barbadian chefs for a second season of its Taste of Barbados culinary program.
MSC Musica Rescues Eight Men from Boat Near Ibiza
MSC Musica rescued eight men from a small boat approximately 16 miles east of Ibiza on Friday, July 31, 2026.
Tianjin Oriental’s Dream Extends Qingdao, Dalian Port Staycations
Tianjin Oriental’s Dream offers non-sailing staycation program in Dalian and Qingdao while regular cruise operations remain suspended.
Oosterdam Begins Mediterranean Solar Eclipse Cruise
Holland America Line’s Oosterdam sailed from Lisbon on Sunday, beginning its 13-night “Mediterranean Solar Eclipse” cruise.
Six Reported After False Emergency Broadcast on MSC Divina
Six passengers reported to Italian authorities after allegedly gaining unauthorized access to MSC Divina's onboard PA system.
Mexico Doubles Cruise Tourism Fee From August 1, 2026
Cruise passengers visiting Mexican ports will face a higher Non-Resident Duty (DNR) from August 1, 2026.
Mexico Sets New Cruise Tourism Record in First Half of 2026
Mexico achieves best-ever first half for cruise tourism, welcoming more than 6.5 million cruise passengers between January and June.
Georgia Man Arrested After Alleged Assault on Children at Sea
44-year-old man is arrested after Carnival Glory returned to Port Canaveral following allegations he assaulted two children onboard.
Adora Mediterranea to Host Beijing Opera Themed Cruises
Adora Cruises announces voyages celebrating Beijing Opera aboard the Adora Mediterranea for Mid-Autumn Festival and China National Day.
Santorini Staircase Closure Disrupts Cruise Ship Excursions
Karavolades Stairs, the staircase connecting Santorini's old port with the town of Fira, is temporarily closed, according to local media reports.
Viking Ullur Evacuated After Running Aground on Danube River
Passengers and crew aboard the Viking Ullur were evacuated after the river cruise ship ran aground on the Danube River on Tuesday.