Disney Reveals Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 Cruise Plans

Disney has unveiled its lineup of itineraries for fall 2026 and spring 2027, expanding options for families on the West Coast and in Texas.

Cruise Lines Alter Routes as Hurricane Erin Advances

Cruise lines are continuing to revise itineraries in response to Hurricane Erin, which became a Category 4 storm as it moved across the Atlantic.

Explosion Reported on Bulk Carrier in Baltimore Harbor

August 18, the U.S. Coast Guard report an explosion aboard the Liberia-flagged bulk carrier W-Sapphire while the vessel was in Baltimore Harbor.

Two Passengers Drown at Carnival’s New Bahamas Island

Two Carnival Cruise Line guests drowned within hours of each other while visiting Celebration Key, the company’s new private island in the Bahamas

MSC Meraviglia to Homeport in Miami for Winter 2026-27

MSC Cruises announces shift in deployment plans for the MSC Meraviglia, confirming the ship will operate out of PortMiami rather than New York.

New U.S. Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil Imports

U.S. President Trump has authorized a new 25% tariff on goods from India, citing the country’s continued imports of Russian energy as the reason.

American Cruise Lines Unveils 32-Day Revolutionary Cruise

American Cruise Lines reveals addition to its 2026 Extended Cruises lineup with “Revolutionary War Cruise” in honor of USA's 250th anniversary.

Maltese Bulk Carrier Sparks Outcry Over Israel Coal Cargo

Maltese-flagged bulk carrier criticized for transporting coal bound for Israel’s Port Hadera. Activists argue it's breach of Colombian export ban

FBI Investigating Alleged Assault on Carnival Breeze

FBI opens an investigation into an alleged sexual assault reported aboard the Carnival Breeze during a recent cruise departing from Galveston, TX

CBP to Enforce New Tariffs on China-Linked Vessels in 2025

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection has been tasked with administering a fee structure aimed at Chinese-owned, operated or constructed vessels

Evergreen Faces Back-to-Back Container Incidents in S. America

Evergreen Marine, Taiwan’s largest container shipping company, has experienced two major container losses in South American waters within a week.

Harbour Princess Grounds Near BC, Escorted to Port Safely

Excursion vessel Harbour Princess required an escort back to Coal Harbour after running aground in Burrard Inlet near Point Atkinson, BC.

Panama Tightens Registry Rules on Older Bulkers and Tankers

Panamanian Ship Registry introduces regulation that prohibits bulk carriers and oil tankers older than 15 years from registering under its flag.

Canada and Nova Scotia Unveil First Offshore Wind Zones

Norwegian Getaway Alters Itinerary for Oct. 2025 Cruise

Norwegian has updated the itinerary for the Norwegian Getaway’s October 29, 2025, sailing, citing port availability issues in the Bahamas.