Costa Smeralda First Cruise Ship to Bunker LNG in Dubai
Costa Smeralda, while operating her winter cruise season in the United Arab Emirates, has become the first cruise ship to refuel there with LNG.
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Princess Unveils Amore Princess 0% Alcohol Collection
Princess Cruises has introduced the Amore Princess Zero Alcohol Collection, a lineup of premium non-alcoholic beverages set to launch in March.
Brazil Prepares for Greener Fuels in Cruise Industry
Brazilian authorities and suppliers are gearing up to embrace the cruise industry’s newest green technologies and sustainable fuels.
MSC Orchestra Marks First Cruise Ship Visit to Salvador in 2025
The MSC Orchestra became the first cruise ship to dock at Salvador in 2025, arriving on January 2 as part of a New Year’s cruise itinerary.
Nassau Cruise Port Sets Record with 5.6M Passengers in 2024
Nassau Cruise Port (NCP) has achieved a new milestone, welcoming 5.6 million cruise passengers in 2024, surpassing its previous annual records.
Viking Launches Explorers’ Sale with Special Offers for 2025
Viking has introduced its Explorers’ Sale, offering North American travelers exclusive incentives on its river, ocean, and expedition cruises.
Costa Deliziosa Celebrates NY in Rio During World Cruise
The Costa Deliziosa recently docked at Rio de Janeiro’s Pier Mauá Cruise Terminal as part of its 2024-2025 world cruise with Costa Cruises.
Port of Bilbao Sets Record with 81 Cruise Ship Visits in 2024
The 2024 cruise season at Spain's Port of Bilbao began on April 5, setting a new record with 81 cruise ships arriving/departing throughout the year.
MSC Cruises to Sponsor Three Formula 1 Races in 2025
MSC Cruises announces its role as sponsor for three F1 World Championship races in the 2025 season, strengthening its partnership with the sport.
Carnival Cruise Line Rings in New Year Honoring Military Heroes
For the fourth year running Carnival celebrated New Year in New York’s Times Square, reaffirming its commitment to honoring military service members.
MSC Cruises Faces Complaint Over Environmental Claims
An environmental advocacy group has filed a complaint against MSC Cruises, accusing the company of using 'deceptive and unlawful advertising.'
Funchal Welcomed 11 Cruise Ships for 2025 New Year Fireworks
Funchal hosted 11 cruise ships as part of its New Year celebrations, giving guests prime views of the city’s iconic fireworks display.
Carnival Corporation Named a Best-Managed Company for 2024
Carnival has earned a spot on The Wall Street Journal's Management Top 250 list, being recognized as one of the Best-Managed Companies of 2024.
MSC Cruises Centralizes Crew Recruitment at Italian HQ
MSC Cruises has announced a major overhaul of its hiring process, moving all crew recruitment activities to its office in Sorrento, Italy.
Carnival to Celebrate 55th Birthday with Cruise Meetups at Sea
Carnival is planning a grand celebration for its 55th anniversary in 2027 featuring special events across 11 cruises and three at-sea ship meetups
Costa Toscana Implements Safety Measures After Illness Cases
On December 17th, 2024, several cases of gastrointestinal illness were reported on board the cruise ship Costa Toscana.
Saudi Arabia Launches 'No Limits' Campaign with Aroya Cruise
The SRSA has unveiled the "No Limits" campaign in conjunction with the maiden voyage of the Aroya, Saudi's first cruise ship to sail the Red Sea
Passenger Dies After Chaotic Incident on Royal Caribbean Ship
A passenger on Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas died shortly after being detained by ship security following a violent disturbance on board.
Princess Cruises Launches 24/7 Dine Line for Reservations
Princess Cruises has introduced the Dine Line (1-833-805-DINE), a new 24/7 service designed to simplify dining reservations across its fleet.
Ambassador Cruise Line Unveils New Gin, Products & Events
Ambassador announces two new offerings designed to elevate the holiday experience plus an event featuring meteorologist and TV presenter Laura Tobin