Carnival Radiance Marks 25 Years in Service
Carnival Radiance, formerly Victory, has celebrated 25 years since joining the Carnival Cruise Line fleet, having been delivered on July 28 2000.
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AQUATERRAS Coating Cuts Fuel Costs on AIDAdiva
Nippon Paint Marine says applying its AQUATERRAS to the AIDAdiva has delivered savings by eliminating in-water hull cleaning for three + years.
Fred. Olsen Honors Borealis Crew for August Awards
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has recognized the outstanding commitment of its crew by announcing the August Employees of the Month aboard Borealis.
Recife Cruise Terminal to Be Privatized Under 25-Year Deal
Brazilian government confirms the start of a concession process to transfer management of Port of Recife’s cruise terminal to a private operator.
Heritage Expeditions Launches Indonesia-Borneo Cruise
Heritage Expeditions announces a new 14-day journey through Indonesia and Borneo, featuring unique wildlife encounters and cultural experiences.
Carnival Adds Fresh Pastries to Breakfast Menus
Carnival Cruise Line is expanding its breakfast offerings with freshly made pastries across the fleet, according to Brand Ambassador John Heald.
Virgin Cancels Scarlet Lady Cruise for Private Charter
Virgin Voyages has cancelled the Scarlet Lady’s April 19, 2026, cruise from Miami, citing a full-ship charter as the reason for the cancellation.
HX Expeditions Adds Global-Themed Menus Onboard
Following a trial run in June HX Expeditions has unveiled a new themed dining program designed to bring international flavors to its guests.
Protesters Delay P&O's Ventura’s Rotterdam Arrival
Protesters attempted to block P&O Cruises’ ship, Ventura, from docking in Rotterdam, Netherlands on August 24th, 2025.
Ponant Adds 12-Night North Pole Voyages on Charcot for 2027
Ponant Explorations has introduced a series of 12-night expeditions to the Geographic North Pole in 2027 aboard Le Commandant Charcot.
Martinique Cruise Arrivals Climb Nearly 11% in 2024–25
Martinique recorded close to an 11 percent rise in cruise traffic for the 2024–25 season, increasing from roughly 421,000 to more than 465,000.
Curaçao to Host Two-Day Cruise Tourism Symposium
The Curaçao Tourist Board unveiled “Shore to Ship: Elevating the Local Cruise Experience,” a cruise tourism symposium set for September 29–30.
RCI Swaps Jewel and Grandeur Deployments for 2026–27
Royal Caribbean is exchanging assignments for the 2026–27 season, shifting Jewel of the Seas to Florida and Grandeur of the Seas to Latin America
NCL Revamps Wi-Fi: Basic vs Streaming, Video Requires Upgrade
Norwegian Cruise Line updates internet offerings for guests and crew, rolling out two tiers to take effect fleetwide beginning upcoming embarkations.
Carnival Conquest Axes Four Feb 2025 Cruises After Drydock
Carnival cancels Carnival Conquest sailings following drydock rescheduling. The line said affected cruises were planned to depart PortMiami in Feb.
Sun Princess Galley Steward Missing in Dardanelles
A 27-year-old Kenyan national working aboard the Sun Princess is missing after going overboard in the Dardanelles Strait on August 20, 2025.
Holland America Welcomes Eland to Alaska Wildlife Center
Holland America Line is marking the arrival of Eland, a bull moose and the newest resident at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC).
NCLH Confirms David Herrera Exit; Sommer Steps In
NCLH has said that David J. Herrera, who had been serving as president of Norwegian Cruise Line, left the company effective August 20th.
Nordstjernen Grounds in Warnemünde; Cleared After Checks
On 19 August, the Norwegian-flagged passenger ship Nordstjernen briefly ran aground at Rostock–Warnemünde, Germany, following a mechanical issue.
Royal Princess Set for Southeast Asia Debut in 2026
Princess Cruises has revealed that the Royal Princess cruise ship will set sail in Southeast Asia for the very first time in October 2026.