15 May 2025

Madeira Students Explore Careers During Marella Ship Visit

Students were recently given a unique onboard experience aboard Marella Explorer due to a collab between Marella Cruises and the Ports of Madeira

Madeira Students Explore Careers During Marella Ship Visit
15 May 2025

Regent Introduces Azure, a New Mediterranean Dining Venue

Regent Seven Seas Cruises announces Azure, a Mediterranean-inspired dining experience that will debut aboard its ship, the Seven Seas Prestige.

Regent Introduces Azure, a New Mediterranean Dining Venue
15 May 2025

Liberty of the Seas Begins Summer Season from Cape Liberty

The Liberty of the Seas has recently made its way to Cape Liberty to kick off a summer cruise season along the East Coast of North America.

 Liberty of the Seas Begins Summer Season from Cape Liberty
14 May 2025

Costa Fortuna Sold to Margaritaville at Sea for 2026 Relaunch

The Costa Fortuna, scheduled to leave the Costa fleet in 2026 has been acquired by Margaritaville at Sea, marking expansion for the cruise line.

Costa Fortuna Sold to Margaritaville at Sea for 2026 Relaunch
14 May 2025

Enchanted Princess to Host 2026 Solar Eclipse Cruise

Princess Cruises has added a third sailing to its 2026 Total Solar Eclipse series, announcing a 14-day cruise aboard the Enchanted Princess.

Enchanted Princess to Host 2026 Solar Eclipse Cruise
14 May 2025

British Cruise Passenger Dies After Choking Near Cádiz

Officials launch an investigation following the death of an 83-year-old British man who choked while eating on a cruise ship off the Spanish coast

British Cruise Passenger Dies After Choking Near Cádiz
13 May 2025

Mexico to Introduce $5 Cruise Passenger Tax in 2025

Starting in July 2025, cruise passengers arriving at Mexican ports will be subject to a new head tax, the Mexican government has announced.

Mexico to Introduce $5 Cruise Passenger Tax in 2025
13 May 2025

Vancouver Port Marks First LNG Bunkering for Cruise Ship

The Vancouver Port Authority has achieved a significant milestone by overseeing the first LNG bunkering of a cruise ship in its history.

Vancouver Port Marks First LNG Bunkering for Cruise Ship
13 May 2025

MSC Orchestra Rescues 16 Migrants Near Sardinia Coast

The MSC Orchestra shifted from luxury cruise to life-saving mission after it encountered a drifting motorboat carrying 16 migrants.

MSC Orchestra Rescues 16 Migrants Near Sardinia Coast
13 May 2025

Costa Fortuna to Exit Fleet in September 2026

Costa Cruises has confirmed that the Costa Fortuna, one of the oldest vessels in its fleet, will be departing in September 2026.

Costa Fortuna to Exit Fleet in September 2026
12 May 2025

Holland America Honors Joska, First Five-Star Service Dog

On May 2, Holland America Line hosted a ceremony aboard the Rotterdam to celebrate Joska, the first service dog to earn five-star Mariner status.

Holland America Honors Joska, First Five-Star Service Dog
12 May 2025

Multiple Medical Emergencies Occur on Norwegian Bliss

A recent Alaska cruise aboard the Norwegian Bliss was disrupted by a series of medical incidents, including a serious emergency evacuation.

Multiple Medical Emergencies Occur on Norwegian Bliss
12 May 2025

Silver Ray Fined for Close Pass Near Capri’s Faraglioni

Cruise ship Silver Ray criticized by Italian maritime officials and environmental advocates after sailing too close to Capri's Faraglioni rocks.

Silver Ray Fined for Close Pass Near Capri’s Faraglioni
9 May 2025

AIDA Hosts CDEMA for Sustainability Briefing in Barbados

AIDA welcomed officials from the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency aboard AIDAbella to discuss the cruise line’s sustainable ship ops

AIDA Hosts CDEMA for Sustainability Briefing in Barbados
9 May 2025

Anthem of the Seas Launches Inaugural Alaska Season

Royal Caribbean International’s cruise ship, Anthem of the Seas, is making its debut in Alaska, marking its first deployment in the region.

Anthem of the Seas Launches Inaugural Alaska Season