Cruise Line Crew Member Arrested for Alleged Onboard Assault
A crew member on the Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Encore, ID'd as Ntando Sogoni from South Africa, was arrested by the FBI in Juneau on May 7.
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Princess Cruises Announces Return to San Juan, Puerto Rico
Princess Cruises has revealed plans to resume its Southern Caribbean sailings from San Juan, Puerto Rico, aboard the Grand Princess.
Holland America Testing 100% Low Carbon Intensity Biofuel
Holland America Cruise Line's ship Rotterdam has initiated a trial using 100% low carbon intensity biofuel while cruising the Norwegian fjords.
Carnival Cruises & New Orleans Celebrate 30th Anniversary
Carnival Cruise Line marked its 30th anniversary of operations in New Orleans with a celebratory event aboard the Carnival Liberty ship.
No Sign of Slowing Down for Global Cruise Ship Orderbook
The global cruise ship orderbook has now expanded to its most extended timeline, with 60 new orders and deals stretching through to 2026.
Viking Cruises’ Orion Made Maiden Call at Kobe in April
Viking Cruises' ship, Orion, marked its first visit to Kobe on April 19th, 2024, as a part of its extensive Grand Pacific Explorer voyage.
Thousands Welcome Queen Anne at Southampton Port, UK
Cunard's latest addition, the Queen Anne, has docked at her homeport of Southampton in preparation for her inaugural journey to Lisbon this week.
Authorities Rush to Help Grounded Norwegian Tourist Ship
On April 23 a tourist vessel, Polarfront, ran aground near Svalbard, Norway, with 25 people on board at the time, sparking rescue operations.
Three Inaugural Cruise Visits Welcomed by Port of Osaka
In April, the Port of Osaka played host to maiden calls from three cruise ships, bringing a large influx of passengers to the Japanese port.
Light Upgrade for Carnival Magic's Showtime Theatre
The Showtime Theater aboard the Carnival Magic, which seats 1,500, recently underwent an enhancement with the installation of new lighting.
Philippines Eyes Greater Share of the Cruise Market
The Philippines, as a budding cruise destination in Asia, is actively working to draw more cruise ships and brands to its coastlines and ports.
Carnival Firenze Docks in Long Beach CA Before Debut Cruise
Carnival Cruise Line's latest addition, the Carnival Firenze, has docked in Long Beach, CA marking the end of its month-long journey from Spain.
A Perfect Day at Coco Cay for Celebrity Cruises Passengers
Guests on Celebrity Cruises had their first experience of Perfect Day at CocoCay while aboard the Celebrity Reflection and the Celebrity Beyond.
Investment Into Core Markets Still Vital for Princess Cruises
For 2024, Princess Cruises is focusing heavily on its main markets, with a significant portion of its capacity dedicated to North America.
American Cruise Lines Kicks Off Biggest Season To Date
American Cruise Lines kicks off its most extensive season on the Columbia and Snake Rivers, with sailings scheduled from April to early November.
China Ups Influence on Cruise Industry with 2nd Domestic Ship
China has made significant progress in its shipbuilding industry as its second domestically produced cruise ship enters the final assembly stage.
Carnival Cruise Ship Picks Up Small Boat of 27 Refugees
The rescue occurred about 20 miles southeast of Los Cajuelos, Cuba, on April 21st, Sunday, as the ship was en route to Roatan, Honduras.
Royal Caribbean Hires Another Popular 'Chief Dog Officer'
Set to launch in August 2025, Royal Caribbean's Star of the Seas will introduce a new family dog onboard, delighting both crew and guests.
2025 Sailings Announced by Riverside Luxury Cruises
Riverside Luxury Cruises has unveiled its 2025 schedule, offering over 170 departures across 52 unique itineraries, as per their press release.
Debut Winter Program in Mobile Concluded by Carnival Spirit
The Carnival Spirit recently completed its inaugural winter season operating from Mobile, Alabama in the United States.