Fincantieri delivers Norwegian Aqua to NCL ahead of next month’s launch
Norwegian Aqua Fincantieri has successfully delivered the Norwegian Aqua to NCL ahead of next month’s…
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Bid to end Canadian cruise stops for ships travelling from Seattle to Alaska
Alaska’s U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan announced plans to suspend the law requiring cruise ships to…
Asuka III begins sea trials in the North Sea
The Asuka III, an LNG-powered vessel built for NYK Group’s Asuka Cruise brand by Meyer…
Viking cruise line does not have a private island ‘where people go to get fleeced’ – CEO Torstein Hagen
Torstein Hagen of Viking cruises Torstein Hagen, CEO of Viking, asserted the company’s strong brand…
Lindblad put former Celebrity Xpedition into service on Galapagos
The National Geographic Gemini has begun service with Lindblad-National Geographic Expeditions in the Galapagos, following…
Viking cruises reports revenue grew 13.4pc – 88pc booked for 2025
Leah Talactac President of Viking Cruises Viking Holdings reported total revenue of $5,333.9m for the…
MSC Splendida to return to the Mediterranean during summer 2025
The MSC Splendida is to return to the Mediterranean during summer 2025, focusing on Western…
HERE are SEVEN key takeaways from the CLIA river cruise conference in Budapest
Andy harmer speaking at the river cruise conference 2025 in Budapest. Here are seven key…
IAG plans €200m investment in customer-facing partners
Luis Gallego CEO of IAG IAG plans a €200m investment over five years in partner…
Quantum of the Seas return to Brisbane delayed by Tropical Cyclone Alfred
More cruise cancellations had preceded the arrival of Tropical Cyclone Alfred on the Australian coast.…
Welsh and Irish ministers meet in Dublin over sea connectivity
Ken Skates and Sean Canney The Welsh transport minister Seán Canney and Irish junior transport…
TUI Cruises announces first adults-only cruise across Indian Ocean
Wybcke Meier of TUI cruise TUI Cruises will launch its first adults-only cruise, the “Adults…
Riviera Travel announces two new cruises for the Irish market
Phil Hullah CEO of Riviera Travel Riviera Travel announces two new cruises, the Danube Discovery…
Viking cruise line reveals details of new Viking Astrea for delivery in June 2027
Viking has announced its new vessel, Viking Astrea, scheduled for delivery in June 2027, marking…
MSC Cruises to operate seven ships in four USA homeports for winter 2026-27
Gianni Onorato CEO of MSC Cruises MSC Cruises has begun sales for its winter 2026-27…
Mayor of Nice rethinks ban on cruise ships
Christian Estrosi Mayor of Nice.jpg Christian Estrosi, the Mayor of Nice, is reconsidering a plan…
Casimir Lindholm appointed CEO of Meyer Turku
Casimir Lindholm has been appointed as the new CEO of Meyer Turku, set to commence…
Drew Barrymore will be godmother for MSC World America at naming ceremony on April 9 in Miami
Gianni Onorato CEO of MSC Cruises Drew Barrymore will act as godmother for the MSC…
Carnival Luminosa cancels cruise due to Tropical Cyclone Alfred
Josh Weinstein CEO of Carnival A cruise on the Carnival Luminosa has been cancelled due…
HX Expeditions to change fleet livery colours to Indigo Blue and Sand as part of rebrand
Gebhard Rainer CEO of HX HX Expeditions has launched new fleet livery colours, Indigo Blue…
NCL announces four original entertainment productions across nine ships
Harry Sommer of NCL Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has announced the launch of four original…
Three new Super Ships set to join Uniworld fleet in 2027
Ellen Bettridge CEO of Uniworld Uniworld Boutique River Cruises announced the introduction of three new…
Two new rivercruise ships MS Serene and MS Lumière, set to join Tauck fleet in 2026
Jennifer Tombaugh CEO of Tauck Tauck has announced the introduction of two new riverboats, the…
Lindblad increases Antarctic cruises from 4 to 16 after decision to embark on South Shetlands instead of Ushuaia
Lindblad in the Antarctic Lindblad Expeditions announced an expansion of its Antarctica fly-cruise programme due…
Riviera Travel ‘ask the expert’ series on social media to focus on Japan, S Africa, Canada & NZ
Phil Hullah CEO of Riviera Travel Riviera Travel has launched a new YouTube series titled…
Donald Trump ‘a positive’ for the world cruise industry despite tax threat – Harry Sommer CEO of NCL
Harry Sommer, president and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, played down the significance of…
AIDA Cruises announces cruise highlights from 2025 to 2027 at ITB Berlin
Felix Eichhorn President of AIDA cruises AIDA Cruises has announced exciting cruise highlights from 2025…
Holland America introduces dedicated Morimoto By Sea sushi bar on five ships
Holland America Line is introducing a dedicated Morimoto By Sea sushi bar on five of…
Four Seasons Yachts announces culinary collection for its first luxury vesse
Alejandro Reynal CEO of Four Seasons Four Seasons Yachts announced the culinary collection for its…
SS United States arrives in Florida after last voyage
The SS United States is on its last voyage, having departed from Philadelphia and recently…
Cruises have just gotten SHORTER – Royal reveals programme of 2-5 night sailings for 2026-27 Caribbean season
Jason Liberty of Royal Caribbean Royal Caribbean International has released details of shorter two- to…
Ferry cancellation after discovery of body on board Stena Nordica in Rosslare
Drew Harris, Garda commissioner Gardaí are questioning a man in connection with a woman’s death…
Port of Cork submits plans to An Bord Pleanála for Ringaskiddy Port redevelopment
Donal Crowley Interim CEO Port of Cork The Port of Cork has submitted plans, to…
Fear on the high seas as Trump tariffs take aim at cruise industry
Howard Lutnick Shares in major cruise companies have fallen sharply after Donald Trump’s Commerce Secretary…
MSC World America successfully completes sea trials ahead of April launch
MSC World America sea trials MSC World America has successfully completed sea trials in the…
Carnival reveals opening date of July 19 for private Caribbean resort Celebration Ke
Carnival CEO Josh Weinstein & President Christine Duffy, preparing for Celebration Key Carnival Corporation executives,…
SS United States leaves Philadelphia for new life as a dive wreck
SS United Sates leaving Philadlephia The SS United States left Philadelphia on Wednesday afternoon, marking…
Cunard launches offer of 10pc discount on 300 voyage
Katie McAlister CEO of Cunard Cruise line Cunard has launched a promotion offering 10pc off…
Royal Caribbean’s third Icon class ship will start service in Barcelona in 2026, Legend of the Seas
Icon of the Seas and Star of the Seas will be followed by Legend of…
AmaWaterways appoints Catherine Powell as new president
Catherine Powell president of AMAWaterways AmaWaterways has appointed Catherine Powell as its new president, effective…