Cruise Industry

Hurricane Oscar Forces Cruise Ships to Alter Bahamas Itineraries

Hurricane Oscar is causing disruptions for cruise ships in the Bahamas, forcing at least four vessels to modify their itineraries.

The Carnival Sunshine cruise ship

Anthem of the Seas Begins First Southeast Asia Season This Year

Royal Caribbean International's Anthem of the Seas is en route to Singapore, where it will begin its debut season in Southeast Asia.

The Anthem of the Seas cruise ship

Royal Caribbean Marks Expansion of Dominica's Cabo Rojo Port

The arrival of Royal Caribbean's Adventure of the Seas has signaled the launch of a new phase of expansion at the Cabo Rojo Cruise Port.

Royal Caribbean's Adventure of the Seas

Carnival Cruise Line Enhances Training for Travel Advisors

Carnival is rolling out an improved version of its Learn & Earn platform for travel advisors, expanding its popular Loyalty Rocks! program.

A Carnival cruise ship

Oceania Cruises' Sirena Makes Maiden Call at Port of Dover

On October 15the, the Port of Dover in the United Kingdom welcomed the inaugural visit of Oceania Cruises’ Sirena, according to a press release.

Dover Port, UK

Celebrity Announces First 110-Night Grand Voyage for 2026-27

Celebrity Cruises has unveiled its 2026-27 itinerary, which includes the company's first-ever 110-night Grand Voyage across the globe.

The Celebrity Solstice cruise ship

Carnival Panorama Returns to Long Beach After Dry Dock Upgrade

Carnival Panorama is en route back to Long Beach to resume its regular West Coast sailings after a spell spent in a dry dock undergoing upgrades.

a Carnival cruise ship

Juneau Residents Reject Proposal to Ban Large Cruise Ships

Juneau, Alaska residents voted down a proposal that sought to prohibit large cruise ships from docking in the town on Saturdays.

Juneau Port, Alaska

Disney Cruise Adventure to Debut in Asia with New Attractions

Disney is preparing to launch its highly anticipated Adventure, which promises a wealth of exciting venues and activities for guests of all ages.

Mickey and Minnie Mouse

Century River Cruises Expands Focus on North American Market

Century River Cruises is shifting its focus back to the North American market, according to Deputy General Manager Richard Xie.

The Yangtze River at sundown

Carnival Updates Itineraries for 2025 & 2026 Sailings

Carnival Cruise Line has announced further itinerary adjustments for several of its ships, impacting cruises scheduled for 2025 and 2026.

A Carnival cruise ship

Margaritaville at Sea Announces New Sailings to Nassau in 2025

Margaritaville at Sea has unveiled new itineraries to Nassau, starting in January aboard the Paradise with departures from the Port of Palm Beach

Lighthouse, Nassau

Mindelo Cruise Terminal Nears Completion in Cape Verde

The Mindelo Cruise Terminal, located in Porto Grande on São Vicente Island, Cape Verde, is nearing completion and is set to open later this year.

A cruise ship in Mindelo, cape Verde

Norwegian Expands Operations in Galveston with New Terminal

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) is set to expand its presence in Galveston through a long-term agreement with Galveston Wharves.

The pier in Galveston, Texas at sundown

Fred. Olsen Launches Limited-Edition Whisky Aged on Cruise

Fred. Olsen’s limited-edition single malt whisky, matured over a 103-night world cruise aboard the Borealis, is now available on their vessels.

A whisky tumbler and decanter

Saguenay Welcomes 600,000th Cruise Passenger w/ Holland America

On October 8, 2024, Saguenay reached a significant milestone, welcoming its 600,000th cruise passenger aboard Holland America’s Volendam.

Saguenay, Ontario, Canada at night

Norwegian Prima Returns to Mediterranean for Fall Season

Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Prima has returned to the Mediterranean for a fall season after spending the summer in Northern Europe.

A Norwegian Cruise Lines vessel

Passenger Found Dead After Falling Overboard MSC Virtuosa

A woman was found dead after falling overboard from the MSC Virtuosa as the ship sailed from the Channel Islands to Southampton, UK.

An MSC cruise ship

Port Tampa Bay Reopens After Hurricane Milton

Port Tampa Bay has officially reopened its shipping channels and resumed operations, though movements are currently limited to daylight hours.

Tampa Bay, Florida

Oceania Cruises Introduces Crêperie on Allura for 2025 Launch

Oceania Cruises has revealed plans for a new culinary venue, the Crêperie, which will debut on the soon-to-be-launched Allura in July 2025.

A plate of crepes