Atlantic Canada Sets Cruise Passenger Record with 1M Visitors
The Atlantic Canada Cruise Association (ACCA) has reported a historic milestone for the region, surpassing 1 million cruise passengers in 2024.
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Call for Monthly Day Off for Cruise Crew Gains Support
Crew advocate Rinell Banda is urging cruise lines to grant all crew members a full day off each month, as reported by CrewCenter.
Royal Caribbean Announces Increased Dividend for Shareholders
Royal Caribbean Cruises' Board of Directors has approved a quarterly dividend of $0.55 per common share, payable on January 13 to shareholders.
Carnival Cruise Line Brings Holiday Cheer to Hospital Kids
Carnival Cruise Line brought Christmas joy to young patients at Queensland Children’s Hospital with a special surprise visit from the Grinch.
Engine Failure Forces Cancellation of MSC Bellissima Cruise
MSC was forced to cancel the ongoing cruise of the MSC Bellissima due to an engine failure, according to a report by a Taiwanese media outlet.
Holland America & Carnival Rebrand Half Moon Cay as RelaxAway
Holland America Line and Carnival Cruise Line announce that Half Moon Cay will be rebranded as RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay as part of some upgrades.
Port of Funchal Sees Rise in Cruise Ship Overnight Stays
The Port of Funchal has reported a significant increase in the number of cruise ships making overnight visits this year.
Princess Cruises Breaks Booking Records Over Holiday Weekend
Princess Cruises has announced record-breaking booking numbers during the Black Friday to Cyber Monday period, as detailed in a press release.
HX Launches Signature Cocktail Range Inspired by Voyages
HX has unveiled its new Signature Cocktail Range, featuring 14 exclusive cocktails inspired by the company’s pole-to-pole voyages.
Greece & Mexico to Introduce Cruise Passenger Taxes in 2025
Starting in 2025, both Greece and Mexico will implement new taxes on cruise passengers as part of their efforts to address overtourism.
Celebrity Cruises Debuts Homeporting at Port Canaveral
Celebrity Cruises has kicked off its first-ever homeporting season at Port Canaveral with the arrival of the Celebrity Equinox.
Princess Cruises Announces 2026-27 Australia Deployment
Princess Cruises has revealed its plans for the 2026-27 season, deploying three ships across Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific.
Cunard Celebrates Record-Breaking Bookings in 2024
Following the launch of the Queen Anne, Cunard has achieved a milestone in 2024, reporting its highest-ever bookings for the year.
Norwegian Cruise Line Announces 2025-26 Tampa Itineraries
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has announced the redeployment of Norwegian Dawn and Norwegian Star to Tampa for the 2025-26 winter season.
Quantum of the Seas Returns to Brisbane for Exciting Cruises
Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas is back in Brisbane launching a series of 22 sailings across the South Pacific, New Zealand and Queensland.
Ambassador Cruise Line Unveils Exciting Entertainment Plans
Ambassador Cruise Line has announced three fresh entertainment initiatives set to roll out in the coming months, according to a press release.
Cruise Industry Opposes Proposed $42 P/P Tax in Mexico
The cruise sector is voicing strong opposition to a proposed $42 per person tax for port calls in Mexico which could take effect as early as 2026
Cunard Study Reveals Cognitive Benefits of Ocean Travel
Cunard has shared findings from a groundbreaking neuroscience study conducted aboard the Queen Mary 2, exploring slow-paced ocean travel.
Turks and Caicos Cruise Visitors Surpass One Million in 2024
The Turks and Caicos Islands have announced that over one million cruise passengers visited the islands in the first 10 months of 2024.
Kylie Minogue’s Non-Alcoholic Rosé Joins Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises has added Kylie Minogue’s award-winning No Alcohol Sparkling Rosé to its “Love Line Premium Liquors” collection.