Cruise Industry

Auckland, New Zealand Unveils Plans for New Cruise Terminal

The Port of Auckland, NZ, has announced the launch of the city’s new international cruise terminal, with the details revealed on March 27th.

A cruise ship sailing into Auckland, New Zealand

MSC Poesia Enhances Spa and Fitness for Alaska Season

MSC Cruises announces upgrades to the fitness and spa facilities onboard MSC Poesia ahead of its first Alaska season, according to a press release.

The MSC Poesia cruise ship with a smaller sail boat in front of her bow

Fred Olsen Hosts Hospice Malta Team for Wellbeing Day

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines welcomed healthcare professionals from Hospice Malta onboard Bolette for a wellbeing day while the vessel was in Valletta.

A view across Valetta Port in Malta

Newfoundland & Labrador Cruise Season to Span 197 Days in 2026

Cruise Newfoundland & Labrador in Canada has revealed its 2026 cruise schedule, which will run for a total of 197 days from April through October.

Ships moored at a port in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Costa Cruises Wins Big at Talent Communication Summit

Costa Cruises achieved major success at the Italy Talent Communication Summit 2026, held onboard its vessel Costa Toscana, securing the top award.

The Costa Toscana cruise ship docked in a port

Celestyal Cancels More Aegean Cruises Amid Delays

In a statement on Tuesday, Celestyal Cruises announces cancellation of another Aegean Sea sailing due to the ongoing situation in the Arabian Gulf.

A view of the Aegean Sea from a Greek island

Crewmember Detained and Deported After Port Incident

A cruise ship crew member was reportedly deported from the US following an alleged shoplifting incident during shore leave at Port Canaveral.

Bird eye view of a police car sparked on the street

Mein Schiff 4 Operating With Minimal Crew in Abu Dhabi

TUI has reduced the crew onboard Mein Schiff 4, which remains unable to leave Abu Dhabi due to ongoing concerns related to the situation with Iran.

The Mein Schiff 4 cruise ship in dock

Six Cruise Ships Stranded in Arabian Gulf Disruption

Six cruise vessels remain unable to leave the Arabian Gulf after operations were suspended in late February, and are currently still in dock.

The Mein Schiff 5 in a dock

Carnival Backs Caribbean Mangrove Restoration Project

Carnival announces a three-year funding initiative with Conservation International focused on restoring mangrove ecosystems across the Caribbean.

A mangrove forest along a shoreline

Ambassador Cruises to Show FIFA World Cup 2026 at Sea

UK-based Ambassador Cruise Line has announced that all matches from the FIFA World Cup 2026 will be broadcast across its fleet this summer.

The World Cup trophy on a soccer pitch

Oasis of the Seas Overboard Scare Revealed as Prank

A routine day at sea quickly turned into a serious emergency on Oasis of the Seas after a man overboard incident prompted the ship to change course

The Oasis of the Seas cruise ship in a dock

Virgin Voyages Plans Historic Four-Ship Ocean Event

Virgin Voyages announces what it's calling the largest celebration ever staged at sea, with all four of its Lady-class ships set to meet in 2027.

Virgin's Scarlett Lady cruise ship at sea

Carnival Dream Returns to Galveston After Marseille Drydock

Carnival Dream is set to return to its homeport in Galveston after completing a 16-day drydock in Marseille, the company confirmed in a statement.

The Carnival Dream cruise ship in its homeport of Galveston, TX

Princess Cruises Updates Crew Performance Program

Princess Cruises is preparing to introduce changes to how crew performance is assessed and developed onboard, according to a recent update.

Close up of the logo on a Princess cruise ship

Carnival Panorama Itineraries Adjusted for 2026 Sailings

Carnival has announced updates to several 2026 itineraries for the Carnival Panorama, confirming that 11 sailings will feature minor changes.

The Carnival Panorama cruise ship at sea

MSC Sinfonia Returns to Europe After South America Season

MSC Sinfonia is currently sailing back towards Europe without any passengers onboard after completing its winter deployment in South America.

The MSC Sinfonia cruise ship at sea

Seabourn Announces Speakers for Quest's 2027 World Cruise

Seabourn unveils the guest speakers who will join Seabourn Quest as part of its Seabourn Conversations program during the 2027 World Cruise.

The Seabourn Quest cruise ship at sea

Captain Kristina Steinle Takes Command of AIDAluna

AIDA Cruises has announced that Kristina Steinle has assumed command of the cruise ship AIDAluna. The news was shared on social media.

The AIDAluna cruise ship in a dock

China's Blue Dream Faces Legal Issues and Possible Ship Sales

Blue Dream is dealing with legal and operational challenges, including lawsuits over unpaid wages and reports that its ships may be up for sale.

A view from up high of Shanghai's skyline and Huangpu River