MSC Poesia Enters Malta Drydock for Major Refit

MSC Poesia has arrived at Palumbo Shipyard, Malta for a refurbishment program following the conclusion of its winter season in Northern Europe.

China Cruise Lines Focus on South Korea in 2026

China’s cruise sector is experiencing a clear geographic shift with operators concentrating on South Korean routes in what is dubbed Korea Season.

Iron Man Robert Downey Jr. Named Godparent of Disney Adventure

Disney Cruise Line reveals that actor Robert Downey Jr. will serve as the official godparent of its newest and largest ship, Disney Adventure.

Fred. Olsen's Balmoral Launches 2026 Newcastle Cruise Season

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Balmoral has begun a four-month schedule of sailings from the Port of Tyne in Newcastle, England, United Kingdom.

Lindblad Help Giant Tortoises Return to Floreana After 100 Years

For the first time in over a century giant tortoises are reintroduced to Floreana Island in the Galápagos National Park, partly helped by Lindblad.

Costa Unveils New Careers Video Spotlighting Staff

Costa Cruises has launched a new Costa Careers video that offers an inside look at the people behind its global operations.

Princess Sets Guinness Record for Margarita Sales

Princess Cruises has earned a new Guinness World Records title after selling the highest number of margaritas within an eight-hour period.

Carnival Conquest Returns to Miami After Refit

Carnival Conquest is back in Miami following a 12-day drydock at the Grand Bahama Shipyard, Carnival Cruise Line confirmed in a statement.

TUI Cruises Seeks Godmother for Mein Schiff Flow

TUI Cruises unveils new campaign inviting women to apply for godmother role for upcoming Mein Schiff Flow, which will enter service in 2026.

Riviera Launches Seine Cruise Prize Incentive for Advisors

Riviera Travel introduces incentive that gives travel advisors the opportunity to win a river cruise on its Seine, Paris and Normandy itinerary.

P&O Names Airline Partners for Winter Caribbean Season

Fred. Olsen's Balmoral Opens Rouen’s 2026 Ocean Cruise Season

Balmoral officially kicked off Rouen’s ocean cruise season with a Feb 17 visit - the first ocean-going ship to call at the French port this year.

MSC Cruises Launches Train The Trainer 2026 Program

MSC Cruises introduces Train The Trainer, a training initiative designed to enhance how new crew members are prepared even before they join a ship.

Carnival Adds New Dining Venues to Australian Ships

Carnival announced guests sailing on Carnival Adventure from Sydney and Carnival Encounter from Brisbane to have access to two new dining concepts

MSC Cruises Becomes Wynn Las Vegas Loyalty Partner

Wynn Las Vegas appoints MSC Cruises as exclusive cruise benefits partner for its tiered Wynn Rewards loyalty program, according to MSC statement.