Norwegian Cancels Over 55 Cruises for 2026-27 Season
Norwegian Cruise Line has confirmed the cancellation of more than 55 sailings planned for the 2026-27 season across four of its ships.
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Carnival Sunshine Leaving Norfolk, VA in May 2027
Carnival will soon rotate ships in Virginia, as the Carnival Sunshine departs Norfolk and the Freedom steps in to operate local itineraries.
Bahamas Enforces Mandatory Maritime Pilotage Rule
The Bahamian government has begun enforcing a maritime pilotage law that requires all vessels entering the nation’s ports to use pilot services.
Search Underway for Passenger Missing From Carnival Horizon
Authorities are investigating the disappearance of a U.S. passenger who went missing after leaving the Carnival Horizon in Bonaire last week.
Carnival Adds Horizon and Spirit to Galveston in 2027
Carnival has revealed that the Carnival Horizon and Spirit will homeport in Galveston for the first time as part of their 2027-28 deployment.
Carnival Adjusts Itineraries for 2026 Sailings on Five Ships
Carnival announces changes for nine cruises scheduled in 2026 across five of its vessels: Carnivals Sunrise, Glory, Elation, Pride, and Freedom.
Costa Expands Winter 2025-26 Mediterranean & Global Routes
Costa has revealed plans to enhance its winter 2025-26 schedule by introducing two fresh Mediterranean itineraries featuring the Costa Toscana.
Coast Guard Airlifts Guest From Carnival Sunshine
Emergency aboard Carnival Sunshine led to coast guard evacuation after passenger required urgent care shortly after the vessel left Norfolk VA.
Martinique Cruise Arrivals Climb Nearly 11% in 2024–25
Martinique recorded close to an 11 percent rise in cruise traffic for the 2024–25 season, increasing from roughly 421,000 to more than 465,000.
Curaçao to Host Two-Day Cruise Tourism Symposium
The Curaçao Tourist Board unveiled “Shore to Ship: Elevating the Local Cruise Experience,” a cruise tourism symposium set for September 29–30.
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.
Man Falls Off Dock Filming Royal Caribbean’s New Ship
Passengers on the Star of the Seas experienced an unexpected moment of alarm when the ship’s emergency “Oscar, Oscar, Oscar” signal sounded.
Brawl Erupts at CocoCay Pool, Disrupting Royal Caribbean Visit
A visit to Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay, turned chaotic when an altercation involving over 30 individuals broke out at the Oasis Lagoon
NCLH Shifts Focus to Caribbean with Increased 2026 Capacity
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has announced a strategic shift in its deployment for 2026, increasing its presence in the Caribbean by 10 percent
20 Carnival Ships to Visit Celebration Key Through 2026
Carnival’s private destination Celebration Key, welcomed its first guests mid-July and is set to receive visits from 20 different Carnival ships.
Disney Magic Sails 10-Night Caribbean Voyage from Florida
Disney Magic recently departed Port Canaveral for a 10-night cruise through the Eastern and Southern Caribbean, along with stops in the Bahamas.
Carnival Offers Free Diapers at Celebration Key Lagoon
Carnival Cruise Line has announced that complimentary diapers will be available for toddlers at its new private destination, Celebration Key.
Crew Member Lost Overboard on Icon of the Seas
On July 24th, the crew aboard Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas experienced a truly devastating day when a fellow crew member went overboard.
Royal Caribbean Opens Bookings for Nassau Beach Club
Royal Caribbean has officially launched reservations for its new Royal Beach Club on Paradise Island, which is set to open in December 2025.