Cruise Planners Earns Celebrity Chairman’s Award
Cruise Planners has again been named Celebrity Cruises’ Partner of the Year, receiving the 2025 Chairman’s Award for the sixth consecutive year.
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Shanghai Drone Show Welcomes Holland America's Westerdam
Shanghai rolled out an eye-catching reception on February 25, when 2,000 drones illuminated the night sky in honor of the Westerdam’s arrival.
Carnival Adventure to Shift to Seasonal Australia
Carnival Cruise Line has confirmed that the Carnival Adventure will transition to a seasonal schedule in Australia beginning in April 2028.
Vancouver Cruise Port Set for Record 2026 Season
The Port of Vancouver prepared to welcome its first cruise call of 2026 when the Disney Wonder arrived at Canada Place on Thursday February 26th.
Blue Dream Melody Arrested Over Fuel Dispute
The Liberian-flagged cruise ship Blue Dream Melody has been detained at Beihai Port in China following a dispute over unpaid bunker invoices.
Seabourn Unveils Fleetwide Culinary Upgrades
Seabourn has introduced a new series of dining enhancements across its fleet, aimed at further refining their guest onboard culinary experience.
Stornoway Port Sets Sights on Record 2026 Cruise Season
Stornoway Port is preparing to welcome 89 cruise ship calls during 2026, reinforcing its prominence as one of Scotland’s premier cruise destinations.
MSC Poesia Enters Malta Drydock for Major Refit
MSC Poesia has arrived at Palumbo Shipyard, Malta for a refurbishment program following the conclusion of its winter season in Northern Europe.
China Cruise Lines Focus on South Korea in 2026
China’s cruise sector is experiencing a clear geographic shift with operators concentrating on South Korean routes in what is dubbed Korea Season.
Iron Man Robert Downey Jr. Named Godparent of Disney Adventure
Disney Cruise Line reveals that actor Robert Downey Jr. will serve as the official godparent of its newest and largest ship, Disney Adventure.
Fred. Olsen's Balmoral Launches 2026 Newcastle Cruise Season
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Balmoral has begun a four-month schedule of sailings from the Port of Tyne in Newcastle, England, United Kingdom.
Lindblad Help Giant Tortoises Return to Floreana After 100 Years
For the first time in over a century giant tortoises are reintroduced to Floreana Island in the Galápagos National Park, partly helped by Lindblad.
Costa Unveils New Careers Video Spotlighting Staff
Costa Cruises has launched a new Costa Careers video that offers an inside look at the people behind its global operations.
Princess Sets Guinness Record for Margarita Sales
Princess Cruises has earned a new Guinness World Records title after selling the highest number of margaritas within an eight-hour period.
Carnival Conquest Returns to Miami After Refit
Carnival Conquest is back in Miami following a 12-day drydock at the Grand Bahama Shipyard, Carnival Cruise Line confirmed in a statement.
TUI Cruises Seeks Godmother for Mein Schiff Flow
TUI Cruises unveils new campaign inviting women to apply for godmother role for upcoming Mein Schiff Flow, which will enter service in 2026.
Riviera Launches Seine Cruise Prize Incentive for Advisors
Riviera Travel introduces incentive that gives travel advisors the opportunity to win a river cruise on its Seine, Paris and Normandy itinerary.
P&O Names Airline Partners for Winter Caribbean Season
Fred. Olsen's Balmoral Opens Rouen’s 2026 Ocean Cruise Season
Balmoral officially kicked off Rouen’s ocean cruise season with a Feb 17 visit - the first ocean-going ship to call at the French port this year.
MSC Cruises Launches Train The Trainer 2026 Program
MSC Cruises introduces Train The Trainer, a training initiative designed to enhance how new crew members are prepared even before they join a ship.