The Americas

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.

Bird eye view of a police car sparked on the street

Humanitarian Aid Flotilla Departs Mexico for Crisis-Hit Cuba

A flotilla carrying essential supplies has set sail from Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula toward Cuba, as the island continues to face an energy crisis.

The Mexican and Cuban flags intertwined

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.

The Carnival Dream cruise ship in its homeport of Galveston, TX

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.

The Carnival Panorama cruise ship at sea

Ship Loses Containers in Pacific, Arrives at Long Beach

Container ship arrives at the Port of Long Beach after losing cargo during heavy weather in the Pacific, prompting action from the US Coast Guard.

The Port of Long Beach under a hazy sky

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.

A beach at Frederiksted, St Croix in the US Virgin Islands

US Plans $1bn Deal Over Cancelled Wind Leases

US government is reportedly working on settlement of nearly $1 billion to compensate TotalEnergies for cancellation of two offshore wind leases.

An offshore windfarm

Norovirus Cases Reported on Princess Cruises’ Star Princess

A norovirus outbreak was reported aboard Star Princess, the newest and largest ship in the Princess Cruises fleet, during its most recent voyage.

A close up image of the Novovirus

Stowaway Fox Travels From UK to New York on Cargo Ship

A red fox that secretly boarded a cargo ship in Southampton has journeyed across the Atlantic and is now being cared for at New York's Bronx Zoo.

A red fox walking along a beach with the ocean in the background

Royal Caribbean Debuts America’s Got Talent Show at Sea

Royal Caribbean to introduce new stage production inspired by the television series America’s Got Talent aboard Legend of the Seas in August 2026

The America's Got Talent logo on a starry background

Dockworker Protest Blocks Access to Port of Maceió

Access to the Port of Maceió was disrupted Wednesday after dockworkers organized a protest that blocked traffic ahead of MSC Seaview's arrival.

The MSC Seaview cruise ship docked in a port

Virgin Voyages Moves New York Sailings to Brooklyn

Virgin Voyages has announced that its cruises departing from New York City will begin sailing from the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal starting April 6.

Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Lady cruise ship at sea

Warning of Bridge Strike Risk on Washington's Columbia River

Leaders in Columbia River shipping industry warn the likelihood of a large vessel colliding with the Lewis and Clark Bridge between is increasing.

The Lewis and Clark bridge over the Columbia River at sunset

MSC Divina Crew Rescue Distressed Boat Near Honduras

Crew members on MSC Divina helped rescue people from a vessel in distress late last night while the cruise ship was sailing near Roatán, Honduras.

The MSC Divina cruise ship moored in a port

MSC Musica Expands South America Homeports for 2026

MSC Cruises says it will operate the MSC Musica from three additional homeports during its 2026–27 winter season in Brazil and South America.

The MSC Musica criuise ship

Port of Long Beach Launches Children’s Environmental Book

The Port of Long Beach releases new children’s book, Soleil the Sea Lion Explores the Green Port, written by the port’s media relations manager.

The Port of Long Beach under a brown cloudy sky

Acapulco Welcomes Oceania Vista's 1,108 Guests with Ceremony

The cruise ship Oceania Vista docked in Acapulco, Mexico on Monday morning with the 1,108 passengers treated to a dockside welcome ceremony.

An aerial view of the beach at Acapulco, Mexico

American Cruise Lines Unveils Columbia & Snake Rivers Voyage

American Cruise Lines announces 15-night Grand Columbia and Snake Rivers Cruise set to launch in May 2027, according to a company press release.

The Snake River winding its way through Oregon

Power Outage Delays Carnival Sunshine in Norfolk, VA

Carnival Sunshine’s return to its homeport of Norfolk, VA USA was postponed on Sunday, March 1, 2026, after a temporary power failure onboard.

The Carnival Sunshine cruise ship at sea

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.

The Carnival Splendor cruise ship at the Vancouver Cruise Terminal