Brazil Clarifies Hiring Rules for Cruise Ship Crew
Brazil approves measure stating Brazilian crew recruited by agencies to work on cruise ships are not employees under Brazilian labor legislation.
Cruise Industry
P&O Cruises Adds Five-Berth Cabins for Larger Families
P&O Cruises unveils new five-berth accommodations aboard the Arvia, Britannia and Iona to enhance cruising options for larger families.
Marella Voyager Introduces Umi Sushi Dining Experience
Marella Cruises unveils fourth specialty dining option aboard Marella Voyager, Umi Sushi, serving Japanese-influenced dishes, launching this month
MSC Cruises Unveils New Entertainment at Ocean Cay Island
MSC Cruises has announced an expanded roster of entertainment options coming to Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, its exclusive Bahamian island.
Disney Treasure Marks First Year Sailing for the Line
Cruise ship, the Disney Treasure has wrapped up its first full year sailing for Disney Cruise Line, following its handover on October 24th, 2024.
Holland America Launches Second Annual Great HALiday Event
Holland America Line is marking the festive season with the return of its Great HALiday Giveaway, now in its 2nd year, according to an announcement.
AIDA Highlights Festive Experiences for 2025 Christmas Cruises
AIDA Cruises has unveiled what guests can expect from its 2025 Christmas sailings, offering a variety of seasonal experiences across the fleet.
Princess Cruises Announces Major Updates to Rooms Division Roles
Princess Cruises outlines series of significant changes to Rooms Division across its fleet, introducing new roles and performance-based incentives
Holland America Sets New Black Friday Booking Record in the US
Holland America Line surpassed its previous Black Friday weekend sales record in the United States, reporting 19 percent more bookings than 2023.
Margaritaville at Sea Paradise to Add New Market-Style Eatery
The vessel, Margaritaville at Sea Paradise will introduce a new self-service dining venue after completing a scheduled drydock in January 2026.
Celebration Key Unveils First Holiday Decor & Seasonal Events
Carnival Cruise Line’s Grand Bahama destination Celebration Key has rolled out its first collection of holiday decorations and seasonal activities
French Senate Approves New €15 Cruise Passenger Tax
The French Senate has passed a new measure that would introduce a nationwide tax on cruise operations, according to a report from Le Figaro.
MSC Sinfonia Begins 2025–26 Cruise Season in South America
The MSC Sinfonia arrived in South America in late November in readiness to launch its 2025–26 season in Brazil, docking in Santos on November 25.
Stockholm Expects 157 Cruise Calls and 300,000 Guests in 2026
Ports of Stockholm has announced continued growth in cruise traffic, forecasting 157 ship calls and approximately 300,000 passengers for 2026.
Philadelphia Begins Work on New Cruise Terminal for NCL
The Port of Philadelphia has officially broken ground on the long-anticipated PhilaPort Cruise Terminal, a new homeport for Norwegian Cruise Line
Oceania Sonata to Debut Two New Culinary Concepts at Sea
Oceania Cruises announces two new dining concepts that will launch aboard the Oceania Sonata, revealed during a press conference at ILTM Cannes.
Margaritaville at Sea Islander Debuts Onboard Tattoo Studio
Margaritaville at Sea announces the Margaritaville at Sea Islander now features a dedicated tattoo studio, as per a recent social media update.
Ovation of the Seas Sails Nowhere Cruise After Typhoon Disruption
Royal Caribbean International’s Ovation of the Seas operated a cruise to nowhere over the weekend after a typhoon forced the ship to change course.
Ocean Advice Orders Eight Newbuild Cruise Ships in China
Ocean Advice, under United Waterways, finalizes agreement to construct eight cruise vessels from China Merchant Heavy Industry (Jiangsu) Shipyard
Bondi Lifeguards Train in Vanuatu Through Carnival Program
Bondi lifeguards deliver vital water safety training to communities in Vanuatu as part of a Carnival Cruise Line initiative in the South Pacific.