Ushuaia Sets Cruise Record With 19 Ship Calls in Three Days
The port of Ushuaia in Argentina, recorded a new milestone for them in late December after welcoming 19 cruise ships over a three-day period.
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Norwegian Viva Launches First 14-Night Galveston Cruise
NCLH's cruise ship, the Norwegian Viva has begun the first of two 14-night sailings scheduled to depart from Galveston, Texas this season.
AIDA Partners With Orlando Magic to Expand Sports Reach
AIDA is broadening its international sports presence through a new partnership with the National Basketball Association's (NBA) Orlando Magic.
Carnival Dream Sets Sail on Extended Journeys Cruises
Carnival Dream departed Galveston, Texas earlier this month to begin a special 14-night voyage to the Southern Caribbean and Central America.
Groundbreaking Set for PortMiami’s New Cruise Terminal G
Groundbreaking ceremony for Cruise Terminal G at PortMiami, serving Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea took place on Thursday.
US Withdraws From 66 Global Bodies Including Maritime Groups
The Trump administration announced yesterday that the United States is withdrawing from 66 organizations, including UNCTAD and UN Oceans.
US Forces Seize Tanker Carrying Sanctioned Venezuelan Oil
US forces seized the oil tanker MT Sophia on January 7 in the Caribbean, citing its involvement in transporting sanctioned Venezuelan crude oil.
Expedition Ships Make Contact During Storm in Ushuaia
Two expedition ships were involved in a minor docking incident at Ushuaia, Argentina on Tuesday after harsh weather disrupted harbor operations.
Disney Destiny and Dream Dock Together in Fort Lauderdale
Two ships from Disney Cruise Line, Disney Destiny and Disney Dream, made a joint call at their homeport in Fort Lauderdale earlier this month.
Holland America and Pendleton Launch Alaska Blanket
To mark Alaska Statehood Day Holland America has unveiled a special partnership with Pacific Northwest lifestyle brand Pendleton Woolen Mills.
Passenger Evacuated From Viking Sky After Injury Off Mexico
A 76-year-old woman was medically evacuated from the cruise ship Viking Sky off the coast of Mexico’s Michoacán state after injuring her leg.
Seven Cruise Ships Welcomed 2026 Off Copacabana Beach
A total of seven cruise ships gathered off Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana Beach to take part in the city’s famed New Year’s Eve celebrations.
Search Ends After Passenger Falls From Cruise Ship
A retired woman is feared dead after falling overboard from a cruise ship off the coast of Cuba, according to the United States Coast Guard.
Sulfuric Acid Spill Reported at Houston Ship Channel
One million gallons of sulfuric acid were released into the Houston Ship Channel following an incident at the BWC Terminals Jacintoport Facility.
MSC Seashore to Move to PortMiami for 2027-2028 Winter
With the introduction of the new MSC World Atlantic in Port Canaveral, MSC Cruises plans to reposition the MSC Seashore to PortMiami in late 2027.
Carnival Expands its Fun Italian Style Cruises in 2027
Carnival plans to extend its "Fun Italian Style" offering to additional ports and regions in 2027 as part of updated fleet deployment plans.
Fog Delays Carnival Spirit Arrival and Embarkation in Mobile
The Carnival Spirit cruise ship was forced to arrive late in Mobile on Sunday 28th December after heavy fog reduced visibility in the port area.
Odfjell Launches First Green Deep Sea Corridor Brazil–Europe
Norwegian chemical tanker operator Odfjell has introduced the world’s first regular green corridor for deep sea shipping between Brazil and Europe
Atlantic Canada Marks Milestones in Strong 2025 Cruise Season
The ACCA reports a successful 2025 cruise season, highlighted by first time port visits, major achievements and cooperation across the region.
AIDAdiva Makes Historic First Transit Through Panama Canal
AIDAdiva has completed passage through the Panama Canal during its world cruise, marking the first time an AIDA vessel has sailed the waterway.