Cruise Industry

Carnival Brands Plan Mid-Life Refits Like AIDA Evolution

Several Carnival Corporation brands are preparing to launch mid-life ship refurbishment projects modeled after AIDA’s Evolution drydock initiative

The AIDAnova cruise ship at sunset

MedCruise General Assembly Opens in Šibenik, Croatia

The 67th MedCruise General Assembly officially began yesterday, September 30th, in Šibenik, Croatia, according to a recent press release.

The town of Sibenik, Croatia as seen from the water

Carnival and AIDA Lead Carnival Corp’s Brand Rankings

Of Carnival Corporation’s eight cruise brands, Carnival Cruise Line and AIDA Cruises are currently at the top of the company’s internal rankings.

The Carnival Victory cruise ship

Norwegian Cancels Over 55 Cruises for 2026-27 Season

Norwegian Cruise Line has confirmed the cancellation of more than 55 sailings planned for the 2026-27 season across four of its ships.

The Norwegian Gem cruise ship at sea at sunset

Four Filipino Crew Deported From Jewel Of The Seas

Four Filipino crew members aboard Royal Caribbean’s Jewel of the Seas were deported by U.S. authorities shortly after docking in Fort Lauderdale.

Fort Lauderdale as seen from the water

Carnival Sunshine Leaving Norfolk, VA in May 2027

Carnival will soon rotate ships in Virginia, as the Carnival Sunshine departs Norfolk and the Freedom steps in to operate local itineraries.

The Carnival Sunshine cruise ship sailing close to shore

Riviera Travel Expands Into Asia with Mekong Sailings

Riviera Travel has revealed plans to expand into Asia, announcing that its ship, the Riviera Alba, will begin cruising the Mekong River in 2027.

The Mekong River under a hazy sky

Balneário Camboriú to Become MSC Cruises Homeport

Starting from the 2025-2026 and from January through Marchseason, Balneário Camboriú, Brazil will officially serve as a homeport for MSC Cruises.

The city and port of Balneário Camboriú, Brazil

Scenic Marks Historic French Meeting of River & Ocean Ships

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours celebrated a milestone as two of its vessels met for the first time, the company announced in a press release.

The harbor at Honfleur, France

Mardi Gras Makes Inaugural Call at Tenerife Port

Carnival Cruise Line’s Mardi Gras has made its first-ever visit to the Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife in Spain on September 22nd, 2025.

Colorful buildings along Tenerife's shoreline

Man Faces Jail for Bomb Threats to Cruise Operator

Man faces prison after admitting he sent bomb threats to Resorts World Cruises in an attempt to recover money lost gambling on one of its ships.

Slot machines in a casino

Princess Cruises Restructures Food and Beverage Roles

Princess Cruises is rolling out major changes to its Food & Beverage department, with a new structure coming into effect on November 1st 2025.

A male bartender pouring a cocktail

Harmony Of The Seas To Feature Fleet’s Largest Casino

Royal Caribbean has confirmed that the Harmony of the Seas will debut the largest casino in the fleet following its upcoming refurbishment.

Players at a roulette table in a casino

Star Voyager Makes Inaugural Call in Xiamen, China

StarCruises marked the inaugural visit of the Star Voyager to Xiamen on Saturday with an event attended by local leaders and company executives.

The cruise port in Xiamen, China

American Cruise Lines Adds New U.S. River Itineraries

American Cruise Lines has just revealed its plans to expand its offerings on the Mississippi River and beyond with three brand new itineraries.

The Mississippi River at Vicksburg with the Stars and Stripes flying from the bridge

UK Unveils Cruise Growth Plan to Boost Industry Sector

The United Kingdom has launched a new initiative to strengthen the cruise sector, unveiling the UK Cruise Growth Plan during London Shipping Week

A cruise ship flying the Union Jack flag sailing down the River Thames in London, England

Carnival Firenze to Sail South America In 2026-27

Carnival will return to South America in 2026-27 after a 14-year break, with the Firenze set to operate a limited series of sailings in the region

A carnival cruise ship as seen from the waterline

Search Underway for Passenger Missing From Carnival Horizon

Authorities are investigating the disappearance of a U.S. passenger who went missing after leaving the Carnival Horizon in Bonaire last week.

A promenade on Bonaire

AIDAnova to Host Oktoberfest-Themed Cruise in 2026

AIDA Cruises reveals The Prinzen, Melissa Naschenweng, voXXclub, and more to headline The O’zapft is! Cruise 2026 on the AIDAnova for Oktoberfest.

The AIDAnova cruise ship

P&O Cruises Cancels Select Arvia and Ventura Voyages

P&O Cruises has confirmed the cancellation of certain itineraries that were scheduled aboard the Arvia and Ventura cruise ships in 2026 and 2027

A close up of P&O's Arvia cruise ship