Cruise Industry

Regent Introduces Azure, a New Mediterranean Dining Venue

Regent Seven Seas Cruises announces Azure, a Mediterranean-inspired dining experience that will debut aboard its ship, the Seven Seas Prestige.

A plate of Mediterranean mezze and a bread basket

Liberty of the Seas Begins Summer Season from Cape Liberty

The Liberty of the Seas has recently made its way to Cape Liberty to kick off a summer cruise season along the East Coast of North America.

The Liberty of the Seas cruise ship

Costa Fortuna Sold to Margaritaville at Sea for 2026 Relaunch

The Costa Fortuna, scheduled to leave the Costa fleet in 2026 has been acquired by Margaritaville at Sea, marking expansion for the cruise line.

The Costa Fortuna in Genoa Port, Italy

Enchanted Princess to Host 2026 Solar Eclipse Cruise

Princess Cruises has added a third sailing to its 2026 Total Solar Eclipse series, announcing a 14-day cruise aboard the Enchanted Princess.

The phases of the moon in a solar eclipse

British Cruise Passenger Dies After Choking Near Cádiz

Officials launch an investigation following the death of an 83-year-old British man who choked while eating on a cruise ship off the Spanish coast

Cadiz, Spain

Mexico to Introduce $5 Cruise Passenger Tax in 2025

Starting in July 2025, cruise passengers arriving at Mexican ports will be subject to a new head tax, the Mexican government has announced.

Cozumel Mexico seen from the ocean

Vancouver Port Marks First LNG Bunkering for Cruise Ship

The Vancouver Port Authority has achieved a significant milestone by overseeing the first LNG bunkering of a cruise ship in its history.

Vancouver port and harbor

MSC Orchestra Rescues 16 Migrants Near Sardinia Coast

The MSC Orchestra shifted from luxury cruise to life-saving mission after it encountered a drifting motorboat carrying 16 migrants.

The MSC Orchestra cruise ship at sea

Costa Fortuna to Exit Fleet in September 2026

Costa Cruises has confirmed that the Costa Fortuna, one of the oldest vessels in its fleet, will be departing in September 2026.

The Costa Fortuna cruise ship

Holland America Honors Joska, First Five-Star Service Dog

On May 2, Holland America Line hosted a ceremony aboard the Rotterdam to celebrate Joska, the first service dog to earn five-star Mariner status.

A black Labrador guide dog helping a blind man walk down steps

Multiple Medical Emergencies Occur on Norwegian Bliss

A recent Alaska cruise aboard the Norwegian Bliss was disrupted by a series of medical incidents, including a serious emergency evacuation.

A US Coast Guard helicopter over the ocean

Silver Ray Fined for Close Pass Near Capri’s Faraglioni

Cruise ship Silver Ray criticized by Italian maritime officials and environmental advocates after sailing too close to Capri's Faraglioni rocks.

The Faraglioni rocks off the isle of Capri

AIDA Hosts CDEMA for Sustainability Briefing in Barbados

AIDA welcomed officials from the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency aboard AIDAbella to discuss the cruise line’s sustainable ship ops

The AIDAbella cruise ship in a port

Anthem of the Seas Launches Inaugural Alaska Season

Royal Caribbean International’s cruise ship, Anthem of the Seas, is making its debut in Alaska, marking its first deployment in the region.

The Anthem of the Seas cruise ship

Holland America Expands Partnership With AWCC for 2025

Holland America reveals an expanded collaboration with the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, introducing new experiences for its 2025 season.

The Holland America Rotterdam cruise ship in front of snowy peaks

NCLH Opens Modern Medical Clinic for Filipino Crew

Norwegian Cruise Line has launched its own dedicated medical clinic in the Philippines, designed specifically to serve its Filipino crew members.

The reception desk at the NCLH medical clinic

Carnival Rolls Out Digital Shore Excursion Platform

Carnival launches new digital platform designed to replace paper tickets for shore excursions, aiming to streamline check-ins and communication.

guests checking in to Celebration Key with the mobile app

Cruise Passenger Fined $2,500 for Drugs in Bermuda

Cruise passenger who disembarked in Bermuda and asked about local drug laws fined after authorities find her in possession of cannabis and cocaine

A marajuana leaf

Man Released on Bail After Cruise Ship Murder Inquiry

A man arrested in connection with a murder investigation on a cruise ship shortly after it left Southampton, UK, has been released on bail.

An MSC cruise ship at sea

Spirit of Discovery Makes First-Ever Stop in Çeşme, Turkey

Saga Cruises’ Spirit of Discovery cruise ship recently made history by becoming the largest vessel to ever dock at the port of Çeşme in Turkey.

The port of Çeşme in Turkey.