Iceland Faces Cruise Booking Decline Amid Passenger Fee
Iceland’s cruise tourism industry is poised for a sharp decline with Cruise Iceland forecasting a 14% drop in 2026 bookings thanks to passenger tax
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Princess Cruises Adds Second Ship to Singapore in 2026
Princess is to expand its presence in Asia by basing two ships out of Singapore for 2026-27 winter, offering nearly 30 sailings from the city-state
Royal Caribbean Adjusts Alaska Cruises on Serenade Ship
Royal Caribbean has updated several upcoming cruise schedules for its Serenade of the Seas ship, affecting selected voyages through Alaska.
Passenger Ship St. Erik Runs Aground in Swedish Waters
On the afternoon of June 13th, just after 1:00 p.m. local time, the Swedish-flagged vessel St. Erik grounded in the Gothenburg archipelago.
Costa Serena Resumes Cruises from China After 5 Years
Costa Cruises has resumed its presence in the Chinese cruise market, as the Costa Serena made its return earlier this week after a 5-year absence
Jana Luth Appointed Head of Communications at AIDA
AIDA Cruises announced that of July 1, Jana Luth will assume the role of press spokesperson and head of communication at its Rostock headquarters
Queen Elizabeth Begins First Alaskan Season from Seattle
June 12th marked the arrival of Cunard’s updated Queen Elizabeth at the Port of Seattle, launching her inaugural homeport season in the city.
Wonder of the Seas to Expand Casino, Move Crown Lounge
Royal Caribbean International has announced an expansion of the casino aboard the Wonder of the Seas, one of its Oasis-class cruise ships.
MSC Orchestra Resumes Cruises After Technical Repairs
The MSC Orchestra is back on its cruising itinerary as of Tuesday, following a technical issue that temporarily sidelined the ship earlier in June
Crew Members Attacked During Shore Leave in Corsica
A night off turned violent for two Mein Schiff 4 crew members during a stopover in Ajaccio, Corsica, when they were assaulted outside a nightclub
Fred. Olsen Balmoral Begins 2025 Summer Cruises from Rosyth
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines made a return to the Port of Rosyth, Scotland on June 7, 2025, launching its summer sailing season with the Balmoral.
Carnival Cuts Food Waste by 44%, Beating 2025 Goal Early
Carnival Corporation has announced a major milestone in its sustainability journey, reporting a 44% decrease in unit food waste in 2024.
Crew Member Honored for Heroic Act Aboard Cruise Ship
Royal Caribbean recognizes crew member Nitin Kumar with the prestigious Hero Award for quick response that prevented potential injuries.
Cunard & Abbey Road Launch Music Lounge at Sea
Cunard has teamed up with the legendary Abbey Road Studios to introduce an exclusive new musical experience aboard the Queen Elizabeth
Medical Emergency Forces Early Stop for P&O Britannia
A health emergency aboard P&O Cruises' Britannia led to an unexpected diversion to the Cromarty Firth, Scotland on the evening of Sunday, June 8
Carnival Unveils ‘Funnel Faves’ to Celebrate Advisors
Carnival introduces Funnel Faves initiative to recognize travel advisors, acknowledged by the company as essential to creating memorable cruises.
Marella Launches New British Gastropub 'Piccadilly’s'
Marella Cruises is unveiling its latest onboard dining experience, a gastropub-style restaurant named Piccadilly’s, now rolling out across the fleet
Chaos Erupts on Carnival Sunrise During Cruise Brawl
A cruise turned turbulent when an altercation broke out on the Carnival Sunrise, stunning passengers and prompting a response from security.
AIDA Cruises Gears Up for 30th Anniversary in 2026
AIDA Cruises has just turned 29 years old, and the excitement is building for its milestone, action-packed 30th anniversary celebrations in 2026.
Royal Caribbean Announces Leadership Transition for 2025
Royal Caribbean has revealed that Richard Fain, its longtime Chairman of the Board, will step down from his position in the fourth quarter of 2025