Carnival Warns Guests of Sea Ice Ahead of Greenland Trip
As the Carnival Pride embarks on its 14-night cruise to Greenland and Canada, Carnival has issued a precautionary update regarding sea ice conditions
The Americas
Panama Tightens STS Rules to Combat Shadow Fleet Activity
The Panama Maritime Authority has recently introduced stricter regulations for ship-to-ship (STS) oil transfers involving Panama-flagged tankers.
US Coast Guard Probes Back-to-Back Ship Fires in Puerto Rico
The U.S. Coast Guard is investigating two separate engine room fires that occurred on consecutive days aboard vessels docked in Puerto Rico.
Mexican Navy Ship Hits Brooklyn Bridge, Two Dead, 20 Hurt
May 17, the Mexican Navy’s training ship Cuauhtémoc collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, resulting in two fatalities and injuries to 20 others.
Royal Caribbean Unveils Perfect Day Mexico for 2027
Royal Caribbean has officially announced Perfect Day Mexico, a new vacation destination for the company's cruise ships set to debut in fall 2027.
CBP Seizes 150,000 Cigarettes from Cruise Ship Passengers
Two women returning from a brief cruise caught the attention of U.S. Customs officers when they arrived at Long Beach Cruise Terminal with ten suitcases
Liberty of the Seas Begins Summer Season from Cape Liberty
The Liberty of the Seas has recently made its way to Cape Liberty to kick off a summer cruise season along the East Coast of North America.
Mexico to Introduce $5 Cruise Passenger Tax in 2025
Starting in July 2025, cruise passengers arriving at Mexican ports will be subject to a new head tax, the Mexican government has announced.
US and China Agree to Slash Tariffs in 90-Day Deal
In a step toward easing trade tensions, the U.S. and China have agreed to significantly reduce tariffs on each other’s goods for a 90-day period.
Multiple Medical Emergencies Occur on Norwegian Bliss
A recent Alaska cruise aboard the Norwegian Bliss was disrupted by a series of medical incidents, including a serious emergency evacuation.
USVI Open Registry Plan Resurfaces with Trump Briefing
Supporters of a proposed open ship registry for the U.S. Virgin Islands have revived plans that were initially introduced three years ago.
Anthem of the Seas Launches Inaugural Alaska Season
Royal Caribbean International’s cruise ship, Anthem of the Seas, is making its debut in Alaska, marking its first deployment in the region.
Holland America Expands Partnership With AWCC for 2025
Holland America reveals an expanded collaboration with the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, introducing new experiences for its 2025 season.
Carnival Rolls Out Digital Shore Excursion Platform
Carnival launches new digital platform designed to replace paper tickets for shore excursions, aiming to streamline check-ins and communication.
Two Towboat Collisions Close Mississippi River Bridge
In just five days, two separate towboats struck the Old Highway 80 Bridge over the Mississippi River in the U.S., leading to its temporary closure
Sky Princess Itinerary Switched to Eastern Caribbean Route
Princess Cruises has announced a full change to the itinerary for the Sky Princess sailing which is departing on December 28th, 2025.
18 States Sue to Overturn Trump’s Offshore Wind Shutdown
Eighteen attorneys general have filed a federal lawsuit opposing U.S. president Donald Trump’s decision to shut down offshore wind projects.
Rio de Janeiro Wraps Up Strong 2024-25 Cruise Season
Rio de Janeiro saw a bustling 2024-25 season, welcoming over 327,000 visitors and 36 cruise ships, according to the Pier Mauá Cruise Terminal
Tanker Collision Sends Barges Adrift on Mississippi River
The tanker Isla De Bioko collided with a group of barges being towed by the Ginny Rose, resulting in one barge sinking and six others breaking loose
US Sanctions Vessels for Allegedly Aiding Houthi Efforts
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control has imposed sanctions on three vessels for allegedly supporting the Houthis