Cruise Industry

Star Voyager Launches First Cruise Season from Thailand

StarCruises has officially kicked off its first-ever cruise season from Thailand with the Star Voyager arriving at Laem Chabang Port, Bangkok.

Bangkok as seen from the Chao Praya River

84-Year-Old Airlifted from Cruise Ship After Heart Attack

An 84-year-old German passenger was airlifted from the cruise ship Mein Schiff 3 after suffering a severe heart attack in the Atlantic Ocean.

The Mein Schiff 3 cruise ship

Cunard Launches 'Adventure Awaits' Sale on 2025–26 Trips

Cunard has announced its new Adventure Awaits Sale, offering significant discounts on over 100 voyages scheduled for 2025 and 2026.

The Queen Mary 2 cruise ship

Princess Cruises Sends Three Ships to Drydock This April

Princess Cruises is carrying out scheduled drydock work on three of its vessels this April: Emerald Princess, Grand Princess, and Regal Princess.

The Regal Princess cruise ship

Carnival Names Janet Wygert Head of Sales & Trade Marketing

Carnival has appointed Janet Wygert as its new senior VP of sales and trade marketing, stepping into the role following Adolfo Perez's retirement

A carnival cruise ship as seen from the ocean

Disney Cruise Line Recycles Mooring Lines to Cut Waste

Disney Cruise Line has launched a sustainability initiative aimed at reducing landfill waste by recycling retired mooring lines from its fleet.

A mooring line

Allure of the Seas Returns After $100M Renovation

Royal Caribbean International’s Allure of the Seas has reentered service following a $100 million overhaul carried out in Europe.

Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas

MSC World America Begins Caribbean Sailings from Miami

The newly launched MSC World America has officially begun its maiden voyage to the Caribbean, following its recent arrival at PortMiami.

PortMiami cruise terminal

China Unveils World’s Largest Cruise Terminal in Xiamen

After MSC celebrated the opening of what was hailed as the world’s largest cruise terminal in PortMiami, a new contender has claimed the title.

view of Xiamen from the sea

Costa Adds New Menu, Shows to Pummid’Oro Pizzeria

Costa is enhancing the guest experience at Pizzeria Pummid’Oro aboard the Costa Toscana, introducing a revamped menu and live entertainment.

The Costa Toscana cruise ship

Royal Caribbean to Lead Cruise Market Through 2033

Royal Caribbean is set to remain the cruise industry’s largest brand by annual passenger volume through 2033, according to a report.

Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas cruise ship

Teen Sentenced for Bomb Hoax That Diverted Cruise Ship

Michigan teenager sentenced to eight months in prison for causing a bomb scare aboard the Carnival Sunrise, which forced the ship to alter its route

A Carnival cruise ship

NCL Plans Major Upgrades for Great Stirrup Cay in 2025

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reveals plans to introduce a range of new features and guest experiences at its private island, Great Stirrup Cay.

A Norwegian Lines cruise ship sailing at sunset

Norway Confirms Zero Emissions Rules for Heritage Fjords

The Norwegian Maritime Authority officially confirms the timeline for implementing zero-emissions regulations in the country’s Heritage Fjords.

A Norwegian fjord

MSC Sinfonia Damaged in Corfu, Sails to Bari with Escort

On April 11, the MSC Sinfonia sustained damage to its starboard-side propulsion and steering systems while berthed at Corfu’s new port.

the MSC Sinfonia cruise ship

Holland America Adds 2026 Europe Cruises, Extends Season

Holland America Line has announced a six-week extension to its 2026 Europe season, unveiling four new cruises now available for booking.

A Holland America cruise ship

Port NOLA Sets New Cruise Passenger Record in March 2025

The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) reached a new milestone in March 2025, handling over 165,000 cruise passenger movements.

The Port of New Orleans

Starboard Expands Retail on TUI’s Mein Schiff Relax

Starboard Group is growing its collaboration with TUI Cruises by unveiling new luxury retail stores aboard the cruise ship Mein Schiff Relax.

close up of an Armani branded wrist watch

Mardi Gras to Offer Short Cruises from Port Canaveral

Carnival announces that when Carnival Festivale joins the fleet in 2027 the Mardi Gras will transition to operating short cruises from the same port

A Carnival cruise ship

Fred. Olsen Unveils 2027 World Cruise with Hawaii, Japan

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has revealed details of a new 98-night voyage, Around the World with Hawaii and Japan, set to depart Southampton in 2027

The Fred.Olsen Borealis cruise ship at sea