Cruise Industry

Cunard Offers 10% Discount on 300+ Sailings Until 2026

Cunard has launched a limited-time promotion, offering a 10% discount on over 300 voyages departing before March 31st, 2026.

Cunard's Queen Elizabeth cruise ship

Virgin Voyages Unveils Exclusive Craft Beer for Its Fleet

Virgin is elevating its beverage offerings with the introduction of Virgin Craft Beer, a brew created in collaboration with Brewery Ommegang.

Close up of the head on a glass of ale

Santorini Bans Cruise Ships Amid Seismic Activity Concerns

The Greek Ministry of Shipping and Insular Policy has banned cruise ships from approaching Santorini due to the ongoing seismic activity.

Blue domed churches on the island of Santorini

Royal Caribbean Adjusts Adventure of the Seas Itinerary

Royal Caribbean has notified guests booked on the Aug 16 2025 sailing of Adventure of the Seas about a berthing conflict at Perfect Day at CocoCay

A cruise ship docked at CocoCay, Bahamas

Owls Hitch a Ride on Allure of the Seas’ Transatlantic Trip

Two unexpected passengers have been drawing attention aboard Allure of the Seas during its journey from Miami to Europe: a pair of owls.

Close up of an owl

Carnival Hosts Largest Vow Renewal at Sea on Valentine’s Day

Carnival Cruise Line celebrated its biggest vow renewal event at sea this Valentine’s Day, with ceremonies taking place across all its 27 ships.

The Carnival Luminosa

MSC Cruises New Barcelona Terminal Now Open

MSC Cruises began operations at its brand-new terminal in the Port of Barcelona last Saturday. The facility covers 12,580 square meters.

An MSC cruise ship

Costa Cruises Opens Bookings for 2027 World Cruise

Costa Cruises has officially opened reservations for its highly anticipated 2027 World Cruise, set to take place aboard the Costa Deliziosa.

The Costa Deliziosa cruise ship

Cruise Ship Chaos: Passenger Turns Argument into Ketchup War

A chaotic scene unfolded onboard what is believed to be the Norwegian Getaway, when a passenger escalated an row into a wild ketchup showdown.

salt, vinegar, ketchup and mayonaise

Carnival Vista Returns to St. Thomas After Crew Injury

Crew member aboard Carnival Vista sustains injury on Thursday, prompting ship to make unexpected return to St. Thomas shortly after departing.

A Carnival cruise ship in port at night

New Ships & Cruise Lines Head to Alaska in 2026

The Alaska cruise market is gearing up for a big 2026 season, featuring new ship debuts, brand-first sailings, and the return of a cruise line.

a cruise ship in Alaska

Cunard to Reach Over 250 Agents in UK Sales Blitz

Cunard has unveiled plans to engage with over 250 travel agents across more than 60 stores as part of its first 2025 sales blitz in the UK.

a Cunard cruise ship

Zaandam Sets Sail After Refurbishment for Amazon Voyage

Holland America Line’s Zaandam departed Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on February 8, 2025, embarking on a 27-day “Amazon Explorer” Legendary Voyage.

aerial view of the Amazon River

Virgin Unveils New Valentine Itineraries, Dining & Shows

Virgin Voyages is making waves this Valentine’s Week with announcements including new Caribbean itineraries and expanded entertainment offerings.

Balloons spelling 'love' and heart shaped cakes

Norfolk Launches Year-Round Cruises with Carnival Sunshine

Norfolk, Virginia in the USA has officially become a year-round cruise homeport, welcoming the Carnival Sunshine as its first permanent vessel.

The Carnival Sunshine cruise ship

Norovirus Outbreak Affects Nearly 120 Cruise Passengers

Nearly 120 people aboard a cruise ship that departed Florida are ill with norovirus, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The MS Rotterdam cruise ship

Viking Star Alters Itinerary Due to Seismic Activity

February 10, cruise ship Viking Star was forced to modify its itinerary, skipping the Greek island of Santorini due to ongoing seismic activity.

A Viking cruise ship

Costa Cruises Renews Partnership with Sanremo Festival

Costa Cruises has officially renewed its collaboration with the Sanremo Festival for the fourth consecutive year while announcing Music Cruise 2025

A Costa cruise ship

ITF Surveys Mental Health Needs of Cruise Ship Workers

The ITF is conducting a study aimed at identifying the mental health support needs of seafarers working aboard cruise ships.

A tablet PC with 'mental health matters' on the screen

TUI Cruises Welcomes Newest Ship, Mein Schiff Relax

TUI Cruises officially took delivery of its latest vessel, Mein Schiff Relax, on February 7 at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy

A Mein Schiff cruise ship as seen through a port hole