MSC to Add Greek Port Tax to Guest Accounts Starting 2025
MSC Cruises has notified its passengers of a newly implemented cruise tax for visits to Greece, taking effect from July 21st, 2025.
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Genoa Cruise Drama Shows Importance of Empathy in Crisis
At the Port of Genoa, a French woman fainted on the sidewalk, overwhelmed by the fear that she and her young daughter might miss their cruise
Cape Town Marks Record-Breaking 2024-25 Cruise Season
As the 2024-25 cruise season wraps up Cape Town is celebrating a record-setting year that highlights its rising status as a cruise destination.
Ilma Makes Historic First Call at Portsmouth Port, UK
Portsmouth International Port welcomed its first visit from a Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection vessel as the Ilma arrived in UK waters this week.
Fierce Storm Batters Split, Croatia With Hurricane Winds
July 8, a storm with hurricane-level winds struck Split, Croatia, bringing flooding, structural damage, and disruption to maritime operations.
Heineken Boosts Draught Beer Training Across Cruises
Heineken has announced it will accelerate its draught beer training initiative for cruise line staff through its Passion & Quality Training program
Ocean Victory Heads Into Layup in Madeira’s Funchal Port
SunStone's Ocean Victory entered an extended layup at the Port of Funchal where it is expected to remain for several weeks before redeployment.
Cunard Sees Major Booking Surge with 2027 Itinerary Launch
Cunard announces rise in bookings following debut of 2027 voyage program, a 55% increase in nights booked in first week compared to same for 2026
Musical Cruises Set Sail Aboard Mein Schiff 1 in 2026
TUI Cruises is expanding its themed voyages with two music-focused sailings aboard the Mein Schiff 1, featuring performances by renowned artists.
Anthem of the Seas Celebrates 10 Years of Global Cruises
Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas has officially marked a decade in service, having been delivered to the cruise line on April 10th, 2015.
AIDA Hosts Youth Basketball Camps with Seawolves This Summer
AIDA Cruises reveals plans to team up with the Rostock Seawolves, a Basketball Bundesliga team, to host two youth basketball camps aboard AIDAnova
Suspected Spy in Crete Sparks Cruise Ship Security Fears
Arrest in Crete sparks concern among Greek intelligence after foreign national found with surveillance photos including images of cruise ships.
Mayor Criticized Over Cruise Ship Show Amid New Limits
The Mayor of Nice faces backlash after what many are calling a choreographed display involving the Royal Caribbean cruise ship Voyager of the Seas
Viking Vesta Christened During Ceremony in Croatia
Viking officially named its latest ocean vessel, the Viking Vesta, over the weekend in a traditional naming event held in Split, Croatia
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.
Ponant's Jazz-Themed Cruise Sets Sail Again in Fall 2025
Ponant Explorations is once again teaming up with the Marseille Jazz des Cinq Continents Festival to bring back its music-focused cruise.
Maintenance Forces Itinerary Change for Independence of the Seas
Royal Caribbean has altered the itinerary of Independence of the Seas, canceling its planned call to Ålesund, Norway, due to ongoing maintenance.
Carnival Cruises Switches Back to Coca-Cola This Summer
Carnival Cruise Line is ending its beverage partnership with Pepsi and bringing Coca-Cola back on board as its official soft drink provider.
Norwegian Epic Marks 15 Years With Major Upgrades
The Norwegian Epic has officially reached a milestone, celebrating 15 years in service since joining Norwegian Cruise Line on June 17, 2010.
Disney Dream Crew Rescues Child and Father Overboard
June 29, as the Disney Dream made its way back to Fort Lauderdale, a man-overboard alert was triggered after a girl fell from the ship’s deck.