Hurtigruten Launches 'Open Village' to Support Locals
Hurtigruten unveils Open Village initiative in Norway, developed as a response to both peak holiday demand and growing concerns about overtourism
Cruise Industry
Greece Implements New Cruise Tax to Ease Overtourism
As of Monday, a new cruise passenger fee is now in place across every port in Greece, including tourist-favorite hotspots Santorini and Mykonos.
Princess Cruises Enhances 2026 Packages with New Perks
Princess Cruises reveals revamp of its Premier and Plus packages, with updated offerings set to go on sale today for voyages scheduled in 2026.
Hapag-Lloyd Unveils Exotic Expeditions for Winter 2027-28
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has announced a series of new warm-climate expedition voyages set for the 2027-28 winter season, featuring rarely explored destinations.
Majestic Princess Begins Atlantic Crossing to North America
The Majestic Princess recently departed from Southampton to begin a repositioning cruise across the Atlantic, heading for Canada and New England.
Storm Capsizes Boat in Halong Bay, 38 Confirmed Dead
A deadly boat accident took place on July 19 near Dau Go Cave in Vietnam’s Halong Bay, when a passenger vessel named Wonder Sea overturned.
Virgin Voyages to Host True Crime Cruise in October
Virgin Voyages has announced a collaboration with U.S. audio platform iHeartMedia to launch a special themed cruise called True Crime Voyage.
MSC Lirica to Replace Sinfonia for Winter 2025-26 Cruises
MSC Cruises has announced that MSC Lirica will now operate the itineraries originally planned for MSC Sinfonia during the 2025-2026 winter season
Explora I to Return to Monaco for 2026 Grand Prix
Explora Journeys has confirmed that its luxury vessel Explora I will return to Port Hercule in Monaco for the 2026 Formula 1 Grand Prix.
Cruise Asia Expands into Korea with Seoul Office Launch
Cruise Asia by Destination Asia has officially expanded its presence by adding South Korea to its growing list of cruise destinations.
Carnival Expands 2027-28 Cruises From New Orleans
Carnival unveils first part of its 2027-2028 voyage schedule and officially opens bookings, featuring increase in cruise capacity from New Orleans
Asuka III Christened in Yokohama Ahead of First Voyage
Asuka Cruises officially named its newest ship, Asuka III, during a ceremony held earlier this month at the Port of Yokohama, the company announced.
Carnival HUB App Adds Coffee Pick-Up Feature for Guests
Carnival Cruise Line has updated its HUB App to include a new feature that lets guests place coffee orders in advance for pick-up.
Durian Cruise Returns with Buffet, Melaka Tours & More
Dream Cruises is bringing back its “Durian Party” on the Genting Dream with four short getaways sailing from Singapore to Melaka, Malaysia.
HX Expands Kayaking and Camping Options in Antarctica
HX Expeditions is significantly expanding its kayaking and camping offerings in Antarctica for the upcoming 2025-26 season, beginning in October.
New Cruise Terminal Planned for Brazil's Port of Santos
The Port of Santos in Brazil could soon feature a new cruise terminal and tourism hub as part of the ambitious Santos Vivo initiative.
Carnival Liberty Returns with Major Upgrades & New Features
Carnival Liberty is back following a drydock that brought a range of improvements to the ship, Carnival Cruise Line announced in a statement.
MSC Cruises Reveals U.S. Summer 2027 Ship Lineup
MSC Cruises has unveiled its U.S. deployment plans for summer 2027, featuring six ships sailing from four ports, according to a press release.
Nice Court Blocks Mayor’s Bid to Limit Cruise Ship Visits
Court in Nice strikes down order issued by Mayor Christian Estrosi to restrict cruise ship arrivals, ruling he overstepped his legal authority.
Norovirus Hits 200 Passengers on Cruise Ship in Norway
A norovirus outbreak has affected nearly 200 passengers aboard the cruise ship Artania, prompting emergency health measures during a voyage.