The Port of Aberdeen welcomed 43,000 guests during 2025’s cruise ship season – up 79% year-on-year. The growth was driven by a record 65 cruise calls, more than double last year’s total, alongside a trend of larger vessels berthing at the new Aberdeen South Harbour. The season was brought to a close on 20 September with the arrival of Viking Vela at South Harbour. Full story Port of Aberdeen … [Read more...]

Nexion Travel Group has announced it will host its 2026 Cruise Sales Summit in Vancouver next May. “Cruise offerings are changing all the time, with new ships, itineraries and excursions,” says Jackie Friedman, VTA, CTIE, President, Nexion Travel Group, about why attending this event is important. “Our members will return home with important cruise industry connections, firsthand experiences and … [Read more...]

Sail Croatia has expanded its Private Yacht Tour fleet with the addition of a new Lagoon catamaran. Tiny Dancer, a 2026 build Lagoon 55, will join the Sail Croatia fleet next Spring, taking the total fleet size to 21 vessels, including 11 Lagoon catamarans. The impressive catamaran has been designed with space and comfort in mind, offering multiple lounge areas for relaxation, alongside a fully … [Read more...]

Cruise ships are seeing a record year for outbreaks of gastrointestinal illnesses. So far, there have been 20 outbreaks on the vessels, mostly of norovirus, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Last year, which was also a record year for outbreaks of gastrointestinal illness, there were 18. The latest outbreak involved the Oceania Insignia of Oceania Cruises on an 11-day … [Read more...]

A Norwegian Cruise Line ship rescued 63 people in the Ionian Sea on October 22. The Norwegian Epic provided medical evaluation, food, and comfort to the rescued individuals. The cruise line’s Norwegian Epic vessel responded to a search and rescue operation in coordination with Greek authorities on Oct. 22 and brought “63 individuals to safety,” according to the company. “The individuals were … [Read more...]

VIVA Cruises has announced its most expansive program to date, unveiling its full 2027 river cruise schedule across a fleet that will grow to nine ships. The season will include several standout moments, including the christening and launch of VIVA UNIQUE in Venice, after which it will join VIVA BEYOND in the new VIVA Boutique premium offering. “This is the earliest we have ever launched an annual … [Read more...]

Oceanwide Expeditions 2025-2026 Antarctic expedition cruise season began today (22 October 2025) with the company’s first voyage of the season departing Puerto Madryn, Argentina, on a Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Antarctica Photographic Special itinerary. All three of Oceanwide Expeditions’ motor expedition vessels, m/v Hondius, m/v Ortelius, and m/v Plancius, will take guests from the shores … [Read more...]

Two icons of travel—Pan Am® and Holland America Line—announced the launch of the first-ever cruise that will trace original flying Clipper routes across the Caribbean, Mexico and Latin America. The 28-Day Pan Am 100th Anniversary Legendary Voyage will immerse guests in the glamor and nostalgia of travel’s golden age as they sail to 18 destinations throughout the region, not only recreating the … [Read more...]

A new port charge imposed by the Chinese government is threatening the operation of U.S.-owned cruise ships in the country, according to local media reports. Introduced earlier this month, the policy requires ships linked to the United States to pay a special port fee effective immediately. According to China Economic Review, vessels have to pay 400 yuan (approximately $55) per net ton, an amount … [Read more...]

A cruise ship headed from Canada to Boston has reported a norovirus outbreak that sickened 75 people on board. The Oceania Insignia, operated by Oceania Cruises, departed from Montreal on Oct. 16, according to CruiseMapper.com. It is making several stops in Canada before docking in Portland, Maine on Oct. 26 and then Boston on Oct. 27. The Centers for Disease Control says that the outbreak was … [Read more...]

At a ceremony in Sardinia on October 22, Copenhagen was announced as Europe’s Leading Cruise Port 2025 by the World Travel Awards. The award, based on votes from qualified individuals within travel and tourism as well as consumers, is a testament to Copenhagen as an amazing all-year destination and regional cruise hub, with excellent cruise facilities and logistics. Furthermore, the prize … [Read more...]

A new Latin music experience at sea brings handpicked Latin artists, Puerto Rican flair and Nicky Jam’s top hits aboard Valiant Lady from December 5–13, 2025. This December, Virgin Voyages will ignite the Caribbean with Olas de Fuego: Nicky Jam x Virgin Voyages, an all-new, eight-night celebration of Latin music and culture aboard Valiant Lady. Departing from San Juan, Puerto Rico on Dec. 5-13, … [Read more...]

It’s a celebration seven days a week as Royal Caribbean marked the first of many milestones for the seventh Oasis Class vacation in the fleet. The first piece of steel was cut for the next in the revolutionary Oasis Class lineup of game-changing ships that first redefined the industry more than a decade ago. The soon-to-be-named vacation is officially on its way toward its bold introduction in … [Read more...]

Mitsui Ocean Cruises, Japan’s premier luxury cruise brand, released 22 new 2026 itineraries onboard Mitsui Ocean Fuji offering “FUNATABI – Beautiful Encounters with Japan.” Now open for booking in North America, these sailings deliver a truly genuine cultural experience – one that only a Japanese cruise line can provide – inviting guests to connect with Japan’s people, natural wonders, and … [Read more...]

American Cruise Lines has announced brand new 15-day Northwest National Parks cruises operating roundtrip from Tacoma, Washington in September 2026. This bucket-list itinerary explores the Pacific Northwest’s parks and ports, featuring seven days of guided exploration through Mount Rainier, Olympic, and North Cascades National Parks followed by eight days cruising throughout Puget Sound, Friday … [Read more...]

Members of the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO) gathered in Oslo today for the Annual General Meeting (AGM), a key forum for setting strategic direction, and reviewing environmental priorities, and strengthening collaboration across the Arctic expedition cruise industry. Among the key outcomes of this year’s AGM was the formal adoption of underwater noise as a new … [Read more...]

The Arctic Expedition Cruise Week, hosted by the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO), brought together industry leaders, destination representatives, local stakeholders, and government partners through three key events to advance sustainable and responsible expedition cruising in the Arctic. Fostering Local ConnectionsThe week began with a unique forum where local Arctic … [Read more...]

It was a very early morning in August when an entire mountainside in Alaska’s Tracy Arm fjord detached and slid into the deep ocean water beneath it. The slide created a gargantuan splash – a hyper-local, but massive tsunami that ran up the opposite mountain slope, leveling everything in its path as high as the Empire State Building. It ripped evergreens out of the ground, stripped a nearby … [Read more...]

Princess Cruises revealed its elegant Royal Princess has been named World’s Best Culinary Cruise Ship by the prestigious World Culinary Awards, celebrating the very best in global gastronomy. Voted on by the culinary community, industry experts and consumers from around the world, the awards celebrate and reward excellence in the culinary industry and recognizes the cruise line’s ongoing … [Read more...]

Viking has announced the naming of its nine newest river ships, including the company’s 100th ship, during a simultaneous ceremony in Basel, Switzerland. “We are proud to name our newest river ships and to honor the nine distinguished members of our extended Viking family serving as their godparents,” said Torstein Hagen, chairman and CEO of Viking. Of the nine new river ships, the Viking Annar, … [Read more...]

Carnival Valor to Homeport in Mobile, Expanding Capacity and Cruise Options for Guests, While Carnival Glory and Carnival Conquest Resume Florida Sailings. Carnival Cruise Line today announced its next wave of 2027/28 deployments, including the return of year-round deployment in Mobile, Ala., expanding the cruise line’s capacity in the region with a Conquest-class ship sailing from the home port … [Read more...]

HX Expeditions is celebrating 130 years of exploration with an experience that transports guests back to the year it all began: 1896, the year HX launched the world’s first expedition cruise. That pioneering voyage to the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard redefined travel itself: not just seeing the world differently, but truly discovering it. Launching on 29 January 2026, the 1896 Cabin will be … [Read more...]

Scenic Group has announced the launch of Scenic Ikon, a new luxury cruise ship set to debut in April 2028. The 205-meter-long vessel will offer ultra-luxury expedition cruising experiences, catering to discerning travellers. Ship Design and Amenities Scenic Ikon will feature 135 all-verandah suites, ranging from 34 to 250 square meters, and accommodate up to 270 guests. The ship will be equipped … [Read more...]

New partnership brings global cruise operators stronger data protection,streamlined compliance, and scalable cloud security. VikingCloud, the leading predict-to-prevent cybersecurity and compliance company, today announces a strategic partnership with MXP, provider of the only fully integrated enterprise platform for the cruise industry. Together, the two companies assist cruise operators to … [Read more...]

Aurora Expeditions has announced a new sustainability collaboration with Australian climate-technology company CounterCurrent, integrating its pioneering AI-powered navigation system aboard the new Douglas Mawson. Launching in December 2025, the Douglas Mawson will host a CounterCurrent sensor throughout the 2025–26 Antarctic season, capturing real-time wind, wave and ocean-current data from some … [Read more...]

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With unforgettable new shows in The Theatre, immersive new dance parties, interactive activities, live music and unexpected surprises throughout the day, guests will find entertainment options to match every mood. When Celebrity Xcel sets sail in November, guests will be immersed in all-new entertainment experiences, featuring the most resident performers delivering the greatest variety ever … [Read more...]

Silversea has highlighted its largest-ever voyage collection for summer 2027 and winter 2027-28, scheduled to depart between February 2027 and May 2028. Including 414 new voyages on 12 ships, the collection offers a reimagined portfolio of destination experiences on all seven continents. Ranging from six to 77 days in duration, the new sailings include 271 classic voyages and 143 expeditions to … [Read more...]

Celebrity Edge has officially commenced her third Australia season offering travelers a premium, immersive way to explore some of the most remarkable destinations across Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. Fresh from a 19-night Transpacific sailing from Honolulu, the ship arrived in Sydney early this morning (October 20, 2025), ready to welcome guests on an exciting lineup of sailings … [Read more...]

Global Ports Holding is pleased to announce that it has signed a 15-year concession agreement with Agence Nationale des Ports (“ANP”) to operate the Cruise Terminal in Casablanca. The concession was awarded to a majority-owned consortium between GPH (51%) and its local shareholders, following a public tender process. The consortium will take over operations from January 2026. This milestone … [Read more...]