Cruise Industry

American Cruise Lines Reveals 2025 Antiques Cruise

American Cruise Lines unveils plans for an Antiques Theme Cruise set to sail June 16, 2025, as part of its Maine Coast and Harbors itinerary.

antique furniture and ornaments

Strong Winds Break Discovery Princess from Moorings in SF

The Discovery Princess broke loose from its moorings at San Francisco’s Pier 27 after powerful winds unexpectedly hit the area.

The bow of a Princess cruise ship

Machete Gang Robs Cruise Tourists in Mombasa, Kenya

More than 50 assailants armed with machetes targeted cruise passengers visiting Mombasa, Kenya, robbing them of valuables including cash and jewelry

a market in Mombasa, kenya

MSC Preziosa Begins Drydock in Rotterdam for Upgrades

After completing its winter season the MSC Preziosa has arrived at Damen Shiprepair in Rotterdam for scheduled drydock maintenance and upgrades.

The MSC Preziosa at night

Icebreakers Rescue Hanseatic Spirit Trapped Near Finland

A voyage aboard the Hanseatic Spirit took an unexpected twist when the cruise ship became stuck in dense sea ice near Kemi, Finland.

a cruise ship in ice at night

AI Man Overboard System Debuts on Ambassador’s Ambition

Scottish tech firm Zelim introduces first AI-powered man overboard detection system on a cruise ship, marking a step forward in maritime safety.

a man overboard near a cruise ship

Seine Valley Groups Unite to Boost River Cruise Tourism

Rouen Cruises announces effort between tourism offices along Seine River Valley and Channel region to enhance cruise passenger and crew experience

The river in Rouen in France at sundown

Riviera Travel Adds Festive and Food Cruises for 2026

Riviera Travel has broadened its 2026 cruise lineup with holiday-themed sailing and 3 culinary-focused itineraries across Europe’s iconic rivers.

A European Christmas market

MSC Reveals Retail Lineup for New Ship MSC World America

MSC has unveiled a wide-ranging retail experience for its upcoming ship, MSC World America, ahead of its Caribbean debut in April 2025 from Miami

 close up of a diamond ring

Celebrity Cruises Drops Labadee Stops Through 2025 - 2026

Celebrity Cruises has announced the removal of several scheduled calls to Labadee, Haiti, from its itineraries between April 2025 and April 2026.

The Celebrity Apex cruise ship

Brazil Arrests Two Men for Cruise Ship Cocaine Smuggling

Brazilian Federal Police apprehended two foreign nationals after they allegedly attempted to smuggle 47 kilograms of cocaine aboard a cruise ship

cocaine and a rolled up bank note

MSC Cruises Marks Milestones for Three World Class Ships

On March 27, MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique celebrated three key milestones in the construction of the cruise line’s World Class ships

An MSC cruise ship in France

Ill British Passenger Airlifted from Sky Princess Near Spain

Spanish maritime rescue services airlifted a British cruise passenger from Sky Princess on Wednesday evening after she experienced a medical emergency

A Princess cruise ship's bow

Windstar Offers Limited Staterooms for Monaco Grand Prix

Windstar Cruises has made a limited number of staterooms available for its exclusive Rome & Grand Prix of Monaco sailing aboard the Wind Surf.

Ships and yachts in Monaco harbor

Aurora Expeditions Plans First All-Women Antarctica Cruise

Australian expedition cruise company Aurora Expeditions announces launch of its first-ever all-female voyage to Antarctica, setting sail in 2027.

Antarctic

Adventure Canada Sees Spike in Canadian Traveler Bookings

Adventure Canada has reported a sharp increase in interest and bookings from Canadian travelers, according to a recent company statement.

The flag of Canada against a blue cloudy sky

Queen Anne Makes First Call to Singapore on World Cruise

Cunard’s Queen Anne made its inaugural visit to Singapore on March 24th during an overnight stop as part of its ongoing 107-night world voyage.

Close up of a Cunard cruise lier

AIDAdiva Donates 4,400+ Furniture Pieces to Charity

As part of its AIDA Evolution sustainability program, AIDA Cruises donates 4,400+ pieces of furniture from the AIDAdiva to a German nonprofit.

An AIDA cruise ship in port

Rubén Rodríguez Named CEO of MSC Cruise Division in N. America

The Cruise Division of MSC Group has announced the appointment of Rubén Rodríguez as Chief Executive Officer for its North American operations.

an MSC cruise ship

Belfast, ME Votes to Ban Cruise Ships Over 50 Passengers

The city of Belfast, Maine, USA has voted unanimously to prohibit cruise ships carrying more than 50 passengers from docking at its port.

A red 'banned' symbol