Celebrity Cruises Wins Record 25 Wine Spectator Awards
Celebrity Cruises reaches milestone, earning 25 Wine Spectator Awards for 2026, the highest number the brand has received to date.
Cruise Industry
Aroya Launches First 2026 Cruises to Greece and Turkey
The Aroya departed Istanbul on Saturday to begin Aroya Cruises’ first voyages to the Greek Islands and Turkey for the 2026 season.
Carnival Eyes More Fleet Upgrades After AIDA Success
Carnival Corporation to expand ship refurbishments across additional brands following results of AIDA Evolution modernization program.
San Diego Sets Time for Big Bay Boom Fireworks Show
Port of San Diego has announced the start time for Big Bay Boom, said to be the largest Fourth of July fireworks display on the West Coast.
Hurtigruten Secures €430M Refinancing Deal to Support Growth
Hurtigruten Group has finalized a €430 million refinancing package for its debt facilities, strengthening its financial position.
Carnival Announces Halloween-Themed Cruises for 2026
Carnival Cruise Line is set to celebrate Halloween in 2026 with a fleetwide lineup of “Frightfully Fun” cruises.
MSC Cruises Enhances Aurea Spa Wellness Experience
MSC Cruises introduces upgraded MSC Aurea Spa offering, bringing guests more wellness, beauty and personalized treatment options.
MSC Cruises Upgrades Aurea Spa Wellness Experience
MSC Cruises introduces upgraded MSC Aurea Spa offering, bringing guests more wellness, beauty and personalized treatment options.
Kai Tak Cruise Terminal Wins Muslim-Friendly Transport Award
The Kai Tak Cruise Terminal in Hong Kong has received the Muslim-friendly Transport Hub of the Year title at the Halal in Travel Awards 2026.
Alexandria Welcomes Aroya Cruises Interporting Operations
The Alexandria Port Authority has marked the launch of interporting operations in Egypt in partnership with Aroya Cruises.
AIDA Announces Dance and True Crime Cruises for 2027
AIDA Cruises has revealed the return of two themed sailings scheduled for Europe in January 2027: “AIDA Dances” and “Crime & Sea.”
Holland America Unveils New Farewell Dining Experience
Holland America Line is launching a new onboard event called the “Farewell Dinner,” giving guests a special way to mark the end of their cruise.
Cunard's Queen Elizabeth Sets Sail on Final Alaska Season
Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth arrived in Alaska in May to begin what is currently scheduled to be the cruise line’s final summer season in the region.
Cruise Passenger Brawl in Nassau Ends in Arrests
A fight involving cruise passengers at Nassau Cruise Port escalated into a confrontation with police, leading to several arrests and injuries to officers.
Cruise Tourist Attacks Raise Safety Concerns in Genoa
Incidents involving cruise passengers in Genoa, Italy, renew concerns about safety in areas commonly visited by tourists arriving by ship.
Royal Caribbean Honors Seward Greenhouse Business
Royal Caribbean names Exit Glacier Greenhouses winner of its first-ever Port Partners Small Business Accelerator Award.
U.S. CBP Removes Cruise Crew Member From Pearl Mist
U.S. Customs and Border Protection continues enforcement activity of cruise ship crew following deportation of 27 workers last month.
Maine Man Jailed Over Assault Aboard Cruise Ship
A Maine resident has been sentenced to federal prison following an assault that occurred onboard an international cruise ship.
Celestyal to Show World Cup Matches Live Onboard
Celestyal will broadcast FIFA World Cup matches live on both ships in its fleet during the tournament, which runs from June 11 to July 19.
Voyager of the Seas Debuts Alaska Season From Seattle
Royal Caribbean International’s Voyager of the Seas arrived in Seattle in May to begin its first-ever season sailing in Alaska.