Cruise Asia Expands into Korea with Seoul Office Launch
Cruise Asia by Destination Asia has officially expanded its presence by adding South Korea to its growing list of cruise destinations.
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Carnival Expands 2027-28 Cruises From New Orleans
Carnival unveils first part of its 2027-2028 voyage schedule and officially opens bookings, featuring increase in cruise capacity from New Orleans
Asuka III Christened in Yokohama Ahead of First Voyage
Asuka Cruises officially named its newest ship, Asuka III, during a ceremony held earlier this month at the Port of Yokohama, the company announced.
Carnival HUB App Adds Coffee Pick-Up Feature for Guests
Carnival Cruise Line has updated its HUB App to include a new feature that lets guests place coffee orders in advance for pick-up.
Durian Cruise Returns with Buffet, Melaka Tours & More
Dream Cruises is bringing back its “Durian Party” on the Genting Dream with four short getaways sailing from Singapore to Melaka, Malaysia.
HX Expands Kayaking and Camping Options in Antarctica
HX Expeditions is significantly expanding its kayaking and camping offerings in Antarctica for the upcoming 2025-26 season, beginning in October.
New Cruise Terminal Planned for Brazil's Port of Santos
The Port of Santos in Brazil could soon feature a new cruise terminal and tourism hub as part of the ambitious Santos Vivo initiative.
Carnival Liberty Returns with Major Upgrades & New Features
Carnival Liberty is back following a drydock that brought a range of improvements to the ship, Carnival Cruise Line announced in a statement.
MSC Cruises Reveals U.S. Summer 2027 Ship Lineup
MSC Cruises has unveiled its U.S. deployment plans for summer 2027, featuring six ships sailing from four ports, according to a press release.
Nice Court Blocks Mayor’s Bid to Limit Cruise Ship Visits
Court in Nice strikes down order issued by Mayor Christian Estrosi to restrict cruise ship arrivals, ruling he overstepped his legal authority.
Norovirus Hits 200 Passengers on Cruise Ship in Norway
A norovirus outbreak has affected nearly 200 passengers aboard the cruise ship Artania, prompting emergency health measures during a voyage.
AIDA Halts Middle East Cruises for Winter 2025/26 Season
AIDA Cruises has cancelled all of its Middle East sailings for the upcoming 2025/26 winter season, citing ongoing regional unrest.
Passenger Ship Hits Quay After Steering Failure in Sweden
On July 12, Swedish passenger ship Stockholm struck a quay at Kastellholmen, an islet in central Stockholm, following a mechanical malfunction.
Genting Dream Leads Thai Maritime Safety Drill in Phuket
On July 9, the cruise ship Genting Dream played a central role in a major emergency response exercise held at the Phuket Deep Sea Port.
Celebrity Infinity Alters Itinerary After Power Outage in Kudasi
After a power outage while docked in Kusadasi, Celebrity Cruises informs guests that the remainder of the Infinity’s itinerary has been modified.
Star of the Seas Cuts Cádiz Stop Amid Ongoing Strike
Royal Caribbean changes its original plan to send its newest vessel, Star of the Seas, to the Navantia shipyard in Cádiz for its final outfitting
Michel Roux’s Le Gavroche at Sea Returns to Cunard in 2026
Cunard announce Le Gavroche at Sea, the culinary collaboration with Michel Roux, will return for a third season aboard the Queen Anne in 2026.
Viking to Launch Indian River Cruises on Brahmaputra in 2027
Viking announces plans to introduce its first river cruises in India in 2027 with the launch of the Viking Brahmaputra, a purpose-built vessel.
Carnival Breeze Cruises Cancelled for Maintenance in 2027
Carnival Cruise Line has announced the cancellation of five upcoming sailings on the Carnival Breeze, scheduled for January and March 2027.
Avolta Unveils Cutting-Edge Retail on Norwegian Aqua
Avolta has launched a state-of-the-art shopping experience aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s latest vessel, the cruise ship, Norwegian Aqua.