When a new cruise ship debuts in early 2026, it will have an extendable deck right on the water that will create a one-of-a-kind experience for guests on board. The vessel will also offer Limo Tenders for unforgettable experiences. Marina Days Four Seasons Yachts will offer designated Marina Days when their first ship debuts in early 2026. This aquatic playground will be offered on days when the … [Read more...]

Dramatic video from Italy shows a mooring post (or bollard) snapping off and hitting the side Norwegian Epic as the ship was pushed by strong winds while docked today. This chaotic scene unfolded when the cruise ship broke free from its dock in Catania, injuring two passengers and delaying the ship’s departure. According to reports on social media, the incident occurred just after 1 p.m. local … [Read more...]

There’s no destination wedding like a cruise wedding.  And planning for one combines the honeymoon and ceremony in one lump sum. But according to a social media post and a few dozen comments from experienced cruisers, there’s a few things people don’t realize about getting married on a ship. ID 125207127 © Viktor Hladchenko | Dreamstime.com These special events have become popular for … [Read more...]

This past weekend, I saved nearly $1,000 off a four-night stay at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas thanks to my loyalty status with Royal Caribbean. Here is how I did it. Royal Caribbean and MGM offer a unique partnership that includes status matching and perks when you stay at one of their resorts or take a cruise on one of Royal Caribbean’s 28 cruise ships. I currently have Diamond status with … [Read more...]

Before Celebrity Cruises’ Edge-class ships debuted in 2018, the 122,000 gross ton Solstice class vessels were the pride and joy of the cruise line. These ships were—and remain—a very popular class for Celebrity.Now, these beloved vessels are about to get a major refresh. Celebrity Cruises just announced an investment of over $250 million to completely modernize its five Solstice-class ships, … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean has announced that their next new cruise ship, Star of the Seas, will arrive sooner than expected. Star of the Seas will be the largest cruise ship in the world when it debuts in August. Since the ship is arriving early, the cruise line added a new earlier showcase cruise. The new Star Showcase Cruise to Perfect Day will depart from Port Canaveral on August 16, 2025. This newly … [Read more...]

Social media influencers do all kinds of things to get clicks and views, but sometimes all that attention can get them in trouble if they are breaking a company’s policy–or at least looking like that are.A previous Carnival Cruise Line guest with a vibrant TikTok following has been banned by the cruise line after posting a video showing an alleged alcohol smuggling hack. From Viral “Hack” to … [Read more...]

It seems like cruise ports in Alaska keep clashing with the cruise industry lately, as yet another legal battle unfolds.   Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has filed a lawsuit against Skagway, Alaska over an additional cost added to shore excursions.ID 28868445 ©Lawrence Weslowski Jr | Dreamstime.com Skagway Getting More Tax Money from Tours For a long time, Skagway would … [Read more...]

There’s something beautiful about a cruise ship sailing off into the distance–unless you’re supposed to be on it.   In a recent social media post, cruise passengers who were left behind from their cruise ship revealed the cause and what happened next. Missing the cruise ship is one of the biggest fears cruise passengers have, and even though it’s almost always 100% preventable, it’s … [Read more...]

After months of planning, no one likes to hear that their cruise has to be canceled, but cruise ships need regular maintenance, and sometimes scheduling conflicts are necessary.Carnival Cruise Line recently sent out notifications to guests booked on seven specific sailings from January 5, 2026, through January 26, 2026. The reason? Carnival Conquest’s scheduled dry dock has been moved. ID … [Read more...]

MSC Cruises has announced a new partnership with gaming technology provider Playtech to bring retail sports betting to select cruise ships. This new option will be available for guests sailing in international waters. The agreement begins with a trial in 2025. During this time, sports betting will be available on eight MSC Cruises ships, covering 284 voyages.   If this initial trial is … [Read more...]

No, Carnival Cruise Line is not making a pivot to adult-only cruises.  Recent news about specific sailings on Carnival Magic not allowing children on board have sparked rumors that the family cruise line is shifting gears. Carnival’s Brand Ambassador has emphatically stated this morning in a social media post that it’s simply not true. John Heald, Carnival’s Brand Ambassador, wants to … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line sent a warning letter to guests who are on this weekend’s departure on Carnival Pride that is scheduled to sail all the way up to Greenland. Tomorrow’s cruise on Carnival Pride is a 14-day roundtrip cruise from Baltimore that will visit both Greenland and Canada. However, there is significant sea ice on the intended route that may impact this unique itinerary. The letter sent … [Read more...]

Two British cruise passengers, a 23-year-old man and an 18-year-old woman, were arrested in Ibiza this week after they allegedly tried to cut their cruise early, leaving behind a £2,685 (about $3,410) bill for onboard expenses.ID 246162639 ©Martin Silva Cosentino | Dreamstime.com The incident occurred on Wednesday, May 21st, when the cruise ship docked in Ibiza, Spain.  According to news … [Read more...]

Princess Cruises has added five new itineraries for 2026-2027 that are unlike any other cruises that they offer. These new cruises from Princess range from 15- to 33-days in length on Majestic Princess. They offer epic landscapes, wildlife, culture and breathtaking spectacles. Princess Cruises’ 2026-27 South America and Antarctica season is now open for bookings and visits areas the cruise line … [Read more...]

A Carnival cruise ship rescued four people and three dogs from a broken-down boat earlier this morning. Carnival Splendor was informed of a distress call from Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre in Noumea about a disabled boat in the South Pacific. The cruise ship immediately headed towards the location and arrived five hours later to perform the rescue. Two couples and three dogs were welcomed … [Read more...]

Disney Wish, the second newest cruise ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, has just received a perfect score of 100 on its latest routine health inspection.  This news comes despite false reports that the CDC is no longer inspecting cruise ships.Disney Wish at Port Canaveral. Photo: Cruise Fever This perfect score marks the seventh time a cruise ship has earned a 100 in 2025, placing the … [Read more...]

Another Royal Caribbean cruise ship has been overbooked, and the cruise line is actively looking for passengers willing to take one of their tempting offers.This time, it’s the 4-night Navigator of the Seas cruise on June 2, 2025. This sailing from Los Angeles (San Pedro) to Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico, currently has more passengers booked than available cabins. A Familiar Request from … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line has sent out a notice to impacted future passengers that a cruise ship will not allow children on board during a week in November 2025.A 7-night sailing on Carnival Magic has been changed to an adult-only sailing after the cruise line reportedly made an “operational change”. Carnival Magic. ID 376905901 | Carnival ©Photosvit | Dreamstime.com Known for its family-focused … [Read more...]

MSC Cruises has unveiled a new era of specialty dining on their ships with a simplified pricing structure for specialty restaurants. From now on, all specialty restaurants on MSC cruise ships will come at a fix price with an easier to order menu. The cruise line said that this will create greater value and a seamless dining experience. Here are the highlights of the changes that MSC Cruise is … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean is offering reduced single supplement for cruises on 16 of their cruise ships that depart from June 2025 through November 2026. Since all cruise cabins are based on double occupancy, cruise lines charge double (aka single supplement) when a solo cruiser wants to sail by themself. However, Royal Caribbean is offering reduced single supplements on over 70 cruises on the following 16 … [Read more...]

A plan to limit cruise ship traffic in Juneau, Alaska won’t appear on the fall 2025 election ballot. The “Cruise Ship Limits” petition, which wanted to cap daily passenger numbers and shorten the cruise season, didn’t collect enough signatures by its May 19 deadline.ID 16193214 | Cruise © Linda Bair | Dreamstime.com Petition Falls Short The petition fell short of the 2,720 valid signatures needed … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean’s next new cruise ship, Star of the Seas, headed out to the open ocean for the first time to begin sea trials. During sea trials, all technical areas of the ship are tested to make sure the vessel is sea worthy before entering service.  Sea trials a series of rigorous performance tests on the cruise ship’s systems, machinery and engines. This will be done by more than 2,000 … [Read more...]

MSC Cruises is showing no signs of slowing down as a new order has been announced to increase the fleet size by two ships.Today, the company confirmed this expansion with an order for two additional World Class ships, World Class V and VI, from Chantiers de l’Atlantique in France. MSC World America. Photo: Cruise Fever New Ships Coming in 2029 and 2030 These new ships, set for delivery in 2029 and … [Read more...]

Nearly two million guests will board a Carnival cruise ship this summer as the cruise line gears up for a record breaking season. Carnival Cruise Line not only has more cruise ships in service than any other cruise line, but they sail from more homeports in the U.S, than anyone else. Between Memorial Day and Labor Day 2025, nearly two million passengers will sail on a Carnival cruise. Here is a … [Read more...]

Mobility scooters on cruise ships are becoming more and more common.   Combine that fact with busy elevators—especially on embarkation day—and it’s a recipe bound to upset more than a few passengers.Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand Ambassador addressed this topic this morning, as a former guest made a demand for “able-bodied” passengers to take the stairs and leave the elevators for those … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean is opening four new destinations for their cruise ships and the cruise line just gave us a first look at three of these new ports. Royal Beach Club Cozumel These new ports will be four of six places that make up Ultimate Destinations by Royal Caribbean. They include two Perfect Day Destinations (CocoCay and Mexico), two Royal Beach Clubs (Paradise Island and Cozumel, and two … [Read more...]

MSC World America, the newest cruise ship sailing from Miami, will have two new shows debuting on the ship starting on tomorrow’s departure. MSC World America at Ocean Cay, the cruise line’s private island in The Bahama. Photo: Cruise Fever MSC World America debuted a month ago and it’s the largest non-Royal Caribbean cruise ship sailing in the U.S. While the headline show is Dirty Dancing in … [Read more...]

Did you know that the ventilation system on a cruise ship is the second biggest drain on fuel?  It’s second only to the power required to actually move the ship.  So, it’s no small feat to try to get the temperature where most passengers are comfortable.A recent update from Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand Ambassador highlighted a story in which a couple requested unrealistic temperatures … [Read more...]

Disney Cruise Line sent a letter to guests who are booked on today’s Disney Wish cruise about a technical issue they are having with Online Check-in. Disney Wish at Port Canaveral. Photo: Cruise Fever Due to the technical issue, Disney Cruise Line will need to verify all information from guests, this includes citizenship documentation and capturing photos. The cruise line warned guests of longer … [Read more...]