Cruise Industry

Juneau to Nearly Double Cruise Ship Dock Fees by 2026

Officials in Juneau have approved a significant increase in dock fees for large cruise ships, a move that is expected to bring in millions more.

cruise ships sailing into Juneau

Cunard Adds Room Service Fees for Britannia Guests

Cunard has announced the introduction of new room service fees for passengers staying in Britannia-grade staterooms, according to a statement.

The Queen Mary 2 cruise ship

Norwegian Epic Incident Leaves Passengers Stranded

The Norwegian Epic broke loose from its moorings while docked in Italy leaving hundreds of cruise guests stuck ashore with limited information.

The Norwegian Epic cruise ship

AIDA's New Ships to Feature Future-Proof Fuel Systems

AIDA Cruises has confirmed that its upcoming ships will be powered by multi-fuel engines, enabling them to operate using a variety of fuel types.

The AIDAnova cruse ship at sea

Borealis Begins Fred. Olsen’s 2025 Season from Dover

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines officially launched its summer 2025 season from the Port of Dover with the arrival of the Borealis on May 28th.

Fred. Olsen's Borealis cruise ship

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Contaminated Cucumbers

A salmonella outbreak has triggered an urgent public health investigation, with contaminated cucumbers identified as the source behind a wave of illness

cucumbers

Holland America Plans New Cruises for 2027 Eclipse

Holland America Line unveils itineraries for summer 2027, giving guests a front-row seat to one of nature’s spectacles — a total solar eclipse.

a sola eclipse

MSC Plans Record-Breaking Constellation Class Ships

MSC Cruises is setting its sights on a new milestone in cruise ship design and is preparing to launch the world’s largest cruise vessels.

An MSC cruise ship at sea

Alaskan Dream Cruises Begins 2025 Season in Juneau

Alaskan Dream Cruises has officially kicked off its 2025 Alaska cruising season with the launch of the Admiralty Dream’s first voyage of the year

Juneau port, Aalaska

Cunard Celebrates Liverpool Visit with Royal Guest

May 27 Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal came aboard the Queen Anne while the ship was docked in Liverpool, according to a statement.

Liverpool docks, UK

AIDA Cruises Wins Two Silver ESG Awards in Athens

AIDA earns two silver awards at this year’s ESG Shipping Awards in Athens recognizing the company’s commitment to innovation and social impact.

The AIDA Perla cruise ship

Carnival Warns Guests of Sea Ice Ahead of Greenland Trip

As the Carnival Pride embarks on its 14-night cruise to Greenland and Canada, Carnival has issued a precautionary update regarding sea ice conditions

Uummannaq Island, Greenland

Norway Considers Cruise-Only Tax Amid Tourism Debate

In the debate over how to manage growing tourism in Norway, the country's Parliament is leaning toward implementing a tax focused on cruise tourism

A cruise ship sailing through the Norwegian fjords

Police and Navy Conduct Terror Drill at Alicante Port

Spanish National Police and Navy forces executed a joint training exercise simulating a terrorist threat near Alicante's cruise terminal.

Alicante port at night

MSC Cruises to Operate 27 Ships by 2030, Including 6 World-Class

With the addition of two more World-class vessels to its orderbook, MSC Cruises is set to expand its operational fleet to 27 ships by 2030.

The MSC Poesia cruise ship

AIDA's New Ship Design May Be Shared Across Carnival Brands

CEO of AIDA states that the innovative design platform being developed for the company’s new vessels could be used by other Carnival Corp. lines.

The AIDA Luna cruise ship in a dock

MSC Opera to Sail Caribbean Year-Round from 2026

MSC Cruises has revealed plans for the MSC Opera to remain in the South Caribbean throughout the entire year, starting from winter 2026-27.

The MSC Opera cruise ship

Cunard Launches ‘Sea of Glamour’ for 185th Anniversary

Cunard will commemorate its 185th anniversary on May 27 with the unveiling of Sea of Glamour, an exhibition that brings together stories and photos

A Cunard cruise ship close up

Royal Caribbean Donates $40K to Support Seafarers in Norway

Royal Caribbean Group makes $40,000 donation to the Norwegian Seaman’s Mission, demonstrating its commitment to the well-being of seafarers.

The Norwegian flag

Cruise Ship Rescues Sailors and Dogs in Wild Seas

Four sailors and three dogs were rescued by the Carnival Splendor after their catamaran became disabled in rough waters south of New Caledonia.

A Carnival cruise ship