Investment Into Core Markets Still Vital for Princess Cruises
For 2024, Princess Cruises is focusing heavily on its main markets, with a significant portion of its capacity dedicated to North America.
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American Cruise Lines Kicks Off Biggest Season To Date
American Cruise Lines kicks off its most extensive season on the Columbia and Snake Rivers, with sailings scheduled from April to early November.
China Ups Influence on Cruise Industry with 2nd Domestic Ship
China has made significant progress in its shipbuilding industry as its second domestically produced cruise ship enters the final assembly stage.
Carnival Cruise Ship Picks Up Small Boat of 27 Refugees
The rescue occurred about 20 miles southeast of Los Cajuelos, Cuba, on April 21st, Sunday, as the ship was en route to Roatan, Honduras.
Royal Caribbean Hires Another Popular 'Chief Dog Officer'
Set to launch in August 2025, Royal Caribbean's Star of the Seas will introduce a new family dog onboard, delighting both crew and guests.
2025 Sailings Announced by Riverside Luxury Cruises
Riverside Luxury Cruises has unveiled its 2025 schedule, offering over 170 departures across 52 unique itineraries, as per their press release.
Debut Winter Program in Mobile Concluded by Carnival Spirit
The Carnival Spirit recently completed its inaugural winter season operating from Mobile, Alabama in the United States.
Isafjordur, Iceland Sets Daily Cruise Ship Passenger Limits
The Municipal Council of Ísafjörður has implemented a daily cap on the number of cruise ship passengers due to local infrastructure constraints.
'Glacier Day' Announced by Holland America for 2024 Cruises
Holland America Line has announced the introduction of "Glacier Day" on its 2024 Alaska cruises along with enhanced onboard experiences.
TUI Reveals Naming Ceremony & Godmother for Mein Schiff 7
TUI Cruises announces the naming ceremony for its latest ship, the Mein Schiff 7, appointing Environmental Officer Fenia Kalachani as godmother.
Cruise Ship Hits Pier in Docking Attempt Gone Wrong
The cruise ship Celestyal Journey collided with a pier in Kuşadası, Turkey, on April 15th during a docking maneuver that went awry.
2024 Cruise Season Launched in Ports of Stockholm
Ports of Stockholm has kicked off its 2024 cruise season with the arrival of the AIDAmar, a vessel from AIDA Cruises, at Stockholm on April 16.
Increase in Tahitian, Polynesian Capacity for Windstar Cruises
Windstar Cruises is expanding its presence in Tahiti and French Polynesia, capitalizing on several years of successful operations in the region.
New Onboard Restaurants Revealed by Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line has unveiled new F&B options that will premiere on the Norwegian Aqua, set to embark on its maiden voyage in April 2025.
2023 Saw Record Passenger Numbers, Reports Cruise Industry
The global cruise industry achieved a record number of passengers in 2023, marking a significant recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic downturn.
P&O Ferries to Install Netcompany's PULSE System
P&O Ferries has deepened its partnership with Danish data solutions company Netcompany by choosing to implement its “PULSE” system.
Crew Member Overboard on Holland America Cruise Ship
Holland America Line has reported a crew member missing, presumed to have fallen overboard from the Rotterdam cruise ship on April 12.
Last Seasonal Stop in Santorini for Sun Princess
The Sun Princess, one of the world's largest cruise ships operated by Princess Cruises, made its final seasonal stop in Santorini yesterday.
Juneau & Cruise Industry Reach Passenger Numbers Agreement
Juneau, Alaska has reached a preliminary agreement with the cruise industry to regulate the influx of cruise ship passengers.
Liberty of the Seas Incident; Passenger Overboard
In the early hours of April 4th, around 4am, an incident occurred on Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas involving a young man going overboard.