AIDA Cruises Launches 3D Tours of Crew-only Areas
AIDA Cruises has introduced behind the scenes, exclusive 3D virtual tours of its crew spaces, developed in collaboration with Liquid Ambient.
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Four Carnival Pride Crew Deported After U.S. Detention
One Indonesian and three Filipino seafarers from Carnival Pride were detained and later deported after the vessel docked at the Port of Baltimore
MSC Launches Aqua Initiative to Cut Plastic Bottles
MSC Cruises unveils new onboard drinking water filtration system as part of Aqua by MSC initiative to reduce single-use plastics across its fleet
Crew Member Evacuated from MSC Magnifica off Sicily
A crew member from the MSC Magnifica was evacuated on Wednesday evening after what the ship’s medical team described as a likely heart attack.
Crew Feedback Makes Princess Cruises Revise Tattoo Policy
Princess Cruises has announced adjustments to its recently unveiled crew tattoo policy following concerns raised by employees across its fleet.
Heineken Names Natalia Kuldyaeva Global Duty Free Head
Heineken has appointed Natalia Kuldyaeva as its new Global Duty Free Manager, the company has confirmed in a recent press release.
Carnival and Van Leeuwen End Summer with Sunscreen Ice Cream
Carnival Cruise Line teams up with Van Leeuwen Ice Cream to debut a one-of-a-kind sunscreen-flavored ice cream to commiserate the end of summer.
Cruise Passenger Jumps Ship to Dodge Casino Debt
Most cruise passengers wait for the gangway to disembark but one man aboard Royal Caribbean’s Rhapsody of the Seas chose a far more dramatic exit
Carnival Adds Horizon and Spirit to Galveston in 2027
Carnival has revealed that the Carnival Horizon and Spirit will homeport in Galveston for the first time as part of their 2027-28 deployment.
Viking Hosts Global Recruitment Events This Fall
Viking announces series of recruitment events taking place September and October, inviting professionals to learn more about career opportunities
AIDA Expands Biofuel Use and Shore Power Connections
AIDA says during first half of 2025 it consumed over 3,300 tons of bio-LNG on the AIDAnova and completed more than 250 shore power connections.
Kouzon Opens New Cruise Recruitment Office in Georgia
Kouzon Corporation, a global leader in cruise ship recruitment operating across 18 countries on four continents, announces new branch in Georgia.
Dream Cruises to Launch Smurfs-Themed Voyages in November
Dream Cruises reveals it will host “The Smurfs Dream at Sea” voyage, a themed sailing onboard the Genting Dream running from November to January.
Cunard Alters Alaska Cruise Plan After Tracy Arm Landslide
Cunard has announced a change to the itinerary of the Queen Elizabeth after a landslide impacted the Tracy Arm Fjord in Alaska, USA.
MSC Cruises Serves Fine Dining at Italian Grand Prix
MSC Cruises revealed in a press release that it brought a taste of its signature gastronomy to the 2025 Italian Grand Prix at the Monza circuit.
Carnival Adjusts Itineraries for 2026 Sailings on Five Ships
Carnival announces changes for nine cruises scheduled in 2026 across five of its vessels: Carnivals Sunrise, Glory, Elation, Pride, and Freedom.
MV Gemini Damaged After Pier Collision in Piraeus Port
On the morning of September 5 cruise ship MV Gemini, operated by Miray Cruises, struck the pier while attempting to dock at the port of Piraeus.
Viking Partners with Downton Abbey for Film Finale Launch
Viking reveals collaboration with Focus Features, Universal Pictures, Carnival Films to celebrate the release of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.
Princess Cruises Reportedly Stops Hiring Brazilians
Princess Cruises has reportedly suspended the recruitment of Brazilian crew, making it the latest line to do so amid escalating legal concerns.
Carnival Launches CHEERS! Zero Proof Drink Package
Carnival has unveiled a new non-alcoholic beverage package, CHEERS! Zero Proof, offering guests a wide selection of premium alcohol-free drinks.