Cruise News

  • Up Norway has partnered with Havila Voyages to offer an exclusive coastal adventure that combines sustainable luxury with immersive cultural experiences in Norway, according to a press release. The collaboration offers a range of activities designed to foster …
  • Juneau’s residents are currently voting on a proposal that aims to ban large cruise ships from docking in the town on Saturdays. According to KTOO, the by-mail election started on Sept. 12, with citizens able to make their choice until Tuesday, Oct. 1. Origina…
  • The Silver Nova has wrapped up its inaugural Alaska season, according to a press release. From May through September, the ship sailed 19 voyages, offering guests Alaskan experiences, including wildlife sightings of bears, bald eagles, sea otters, whales and sa…
  • Havila Voyages is offering guests a chance to win 5000 NOK in onboard credit, valid on select cruises sailing between October 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025. Travelers who book a voyage by October 31 can receive: Round Voyage: Up to $460 | £360 | €400 per ca…
  • The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has revealed its 2025-26 winter and spring Caribbean itineraries, featuring the Evrima and Ilma. Travelers can explore various Caribbean destinations, including some of the most popular islands. The newly released itineraries …
  • Several cruise ships delayed their returns to Florida this week due to Helene’s impact on various homeports. After making landfall on Friday as a Category 4 hurricane, the storm led to port closures across the state. Four ships sailing from Port Canaveral, inc…
  • GF Piping Systems new Butterfly Valve 565 Lug-Style has been installed 3,300 times on ships, marking a significant milestone for the product, according to a press release. The valve’s lug-style design allows for additional use cases in water applications…
  • In a new statement shared on its website, Carnival Cruise Line updated the status of ships in its fleet that were affected by Hurricane Helene. According to the company, eight vessels needed to change their itineraries due to the tropical storm, which formed i…
  • British kitesurfer and Red Bull athlete Tom Bridge transformed the Resilient Lady from Virgin Voyages into a kitesurfing venue from deck 16, approximately 129 feet high. As the Resilient Lady anchored in the waters of the Greek Isles, guests and crew witnessed…
  • The Port of Kiel has reached a new milestone in shore power usage, with cruise ships utilizing the system 100 times this year, according to a press release. This record was reached on Wednesday with the connection of the AIDAnova, a regular visitor to Kiel. AI…
  • Crystal today announced the appointment of three new team members to bolster its commitment to trade partners, according to a press release. Michael Steffl has been appointed as director of sales EMEA, effective September 1. In this role, he will oversee trade…
  • Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett underscored the need to enhance Jamaica’s position in the global tourism supply chain, particularly within the cruise sector, during a two-day business opportunity meeting with Carnival Corporation and local …
  • Celestyal will support two charitable events in 2024: the Celestyal Blood Bank and the 16th Race for the Cure, according to a press release. The 2024 Celestyal blood donation campaign, in collaboration with the Metaxa Hospital of Piraeus, Greece, took place on…
  • Compagnie Française de Croisières (CFC) is canceling two months’ worth of cruises onboard its sole ship, the Renaissance. According to reports in the local media, all departures scheduled to take place onboard the vessel between January and February 2025 will …
  • Seabourn has introduced a “Connoisseur Collection” of epicurean and reserve wine experiences aboard its ships available on most 2025-26 cruises and expeditions. Guests will be able to enjoy a variety of experiences, ranging from premium whiskey and wine tastin…
  • EcoloxTech has announced that its eco-friendly hypochlorous acid (HOCL) disinfection systems have been proven effective against the monkeypox virus. In a joint press release with Norwegian Cruise Line, the companies said that the partnership, which started in …
  • The Carnival Elation and the Carnival Paradise are set to return to their homeports later due to Hurricane Helene. According to an update shared by the company, the ships are expected to arrive back in Florida one day later than initially scheduled. Sailing fr…
  • Lindblad Expeditions and National Geographic have debuted their new co-brand: National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions. The launch of the new co-brand represents a significant milestone in the long-term extension and expansion of the strategic relationship bet…
  • Royal Caribbean International’s Serenade of the Seas will return to Tampa two days late due to Hurricane Helene. Currently impacting the Gulf of Mexico region, the storm is expected to make landfall on Florida’s Big Bend on Tuesday evening as a Category 4 hurr…
  • San Juan Cruise Port (SJCP) announced the appointment of Clarivette Díaz as its new general manager, effective November, according to a press release. The announcement was made by Jan Fomferra, president of San Juan Cruise Port (SJCP) and chief financial offic…
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