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.
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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.
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.
Carnival Backs Caribbean Mangrove Restoration Project
Carnival announces a three-year funding initiative with Conservation International focused on restoring mangrove ecosystems across the Caribbean.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas 2027 Return to Singapore
Royal Caribbean International has confirmed that the Quantum of the Seas will return once again to Singapore for the 2027-2028 winter season.
Holland America Adds Short Southeast Asia Cruise Itinerary
Holland America Line introduces new eight-day Southeast Asia cruise, to include Malaysia and Thailand, as part of its 2027-28 winter program.
Athletes to Stay on Cruise Ship Costa Serena for Asian Games
Thousands of athletes set to compete in the upcoming Asian Games in Japan will be accommodated onboard the Costa Serena cruise ship in Nagoya.
Explora Journeys Launches Jannik Sinner Wellness Program
Explora Journeys introduces a new onboard wellbeing initiative in partnership with Grand Slam champion and Global Brand Ambassador Jannik Sinner.
TUI Unveils Winter 2027-28 Sailings Including Saint Croix
TUI Cruises has revealed its Winter 2027-28 schedule, introducing a new destination to its itineraries: Saint Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
MSC Opens Bookings for Upgraded Musica and Orchestra
MSC Cruises has opened reservations for sailings on MSC Musica and MSC Orchestra, both of which are being enhanced to include the MSC Yacht Club.