Cruise Industry

Carnival Expands Heroes Tribute Lounge Across Fleet

Carnival has introduced its Heroes Tribute Lounge and Bar to 14 ships, building on the concept that was launched aboard Carnival Panorama in 2019

The Stars and Stripes

Man Charged After Violent Assault on Cruise Elevator

A US man faces a felony charge following an assault that left another passenger unconscious during a four-night voyage aboard Liberty of the Seas

The Liberty of the Seas cruise ship

Health Notice Issued for Symphony of the Seas Guests

Royal Caribbean issues health advisory for passengers set to sail aboard Symphony of the Seas after previous guest is diagnosed with Legionnaires

The Symphony of the Seas cruise ship

MSC World America Makes First Call to San Juan Port

The Puerto Rico government marked the maiden arrival of MSC World America with a plaque exchange ceremony at the Port of San Juan on April 15th.

The port of San Juan, Puerto Rico as seen from the ocean

Hong Kong to Add Cruise Shore Power by 2030

Hong Kong is preparing to introduce shore power capabilities at its port by 2030, according to Joanne Chu, Deputy Commissioner of Tourism.

A cruise ship with Hong Kong island in the background

CBP Seizes Heroin-Fentanyl Mix at Galveston Cruise Port

A passenger was taken into custody by CBP officers at the Galveston Cruise Port on April 20 after baggage inspection reveals nearly 72g of heroin

A vial of drugs and a syringe

Royal Caribbean Offers Perks for Allure Booking Changes

Royal Caribbean International is extending special offers to guests booked on the Allure of the Seas cruise departing from Rome on April 24, 2025

The Allure of the Seas cruise ship

The World Enters Dry Dock for $30M Eco-Focused Refit

The residential cruise ship The World has entered dry dock at the Navantia Shipyard in Cádiz, Spain, for a six-week, $30+ million refit.

The World cruise ship in a dry dock

Star Voyager Launches First Cruise Season from Thailand

StarCruises has officially kicked off its first-ever cruise season from Thailand with the Star Voyager arriving at Laem Chabang Port, Bangkok.

Bangkok as seen from the Chao Praya River

84-Year-Old Airlifted from Cruise Ship After Heart Attack

An 84-year-old German passenger was airlifted from the cruise ship Mein Schiff 3 after suffering a severe heart attack in the Atlantic Ocean.

The Mein Schiff 3 cruise ship

Cunard Launches 'Adventure Awaits' Sale on 2025–26 Trips

Cunard has announced its new Adventure Awaits Sale, offering significant discounts on over 100 voyages scheduled for 2025 and 2026.

The Queen Mary 2 cruise ship

Princess Cruises Sends Three Ships to Drydock This April

Princess Cruises is carrying out scheduled drydock work on three of its vessels this April: Emerald Princess, Grand Princess, and Regal Princess.

The Regal Princess cruise ship

Carnival Names Janet Wygert Head of Sales & Trade Marketing

Carnival has appointed Janet Wygert as its new senior VP of sales and trade marketing, stepping into the role following Adolfo Perez's retirement

A carnival cruise ship as seen from the ocean

Disney Cruise Line Recycles Mooring Lines to Cut Waste

Disney Cruise Line has launched a sustainability initiative aimed at reducing landfill waste by recycling retired mooring lines from its fleet.

A mooring line

Allure of the Seas Returns After $100M Renovation

Royal Caribbean International’s Allure of the Seas has reentered service following a $100 million overhaul carried out in Europe.

Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas

MSC World America Begins Caribbean Sailings from Miami

The newly launched MSC World America has officially begun its maiden voyage to the Caribbean, following its recent arrival at PortMiami.

PortMiami cruise terminal

China Unveils World’s Largest Cruise Terminal in Xiamen

After MSC celebrated the opening of what was hailed as the world’s largest cruise terminal in PortMiami, a new contender has claimed the title.

view of Xiamen from the sea

Costa Adds New Menu, Shows to Pummid’Oro Pizzeria

Costa is enhancing the guest experience at Pizzeria Pummid’Oro aboard the Costa Toscana, introducing a revamped menu and live entertainment.

The Costa Toscana cruise ship

Royal Caribbean to Lead Cruise Market Through 2033

Royal Caribbean is set to remain the cruise industry’s largest brand by annual passenger volume through 2033, according to a report.

Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas cruise ship

Teen Sentenced for Bomb Hoax That Diverted Cruise Ship

Michigan teenager sentenced to eight months in prison for causing a bomb scare aboard the Carnival Sunrise, which forced the ship to alter its route

A Carnival cruise ship