Red Funnel: Historic Solent Ferry Company Acquired by Private Equity Firm
Red Funnel, a historic ferry operator established in 1820, has been acquired by Njord Partners, a UK investment firm, as of late September 2025. The company had previously been own
Royal Caribbean Group Launches Innovative Port Partners Program in Seward, Alaska
Royal Caribbean Group (RCG) has launched its inaugural business accelerator within its new "Port Partners" program, choosing Seward, Alaska, as the pilot location. This i
A-ROSA Implements AI Solutions to Combat Food Waste on the High Seas
A-ROSA has implemented advanced waste-analysis systems on three of its ships, focusing on managing food waste more effectively in two specific cruise regions. These systems utilize
Exploring the High Seas: Carnival Ships on Epic Long Journey Cruises to Hawaii
Two Carnival Cruise Line ships recently embarked on extended voyages to Hawaii as part of Carnival’s Journeys program. The 15-night itineraries feature the Carnival Legend an
Setting Sail in 2026: Meet the World’s Largest £1.5bn Mega-Cruise Ship Featuring 40 Bars!
An impressive new cruise ship, Legend of the Seas, is poised to be the largest in the world, with a staggering price tag of approximately £1.5 billion. Scheduled for launch in 202
2025: A Year of Alarming Health Crises on Cruise Ships
Vacationers planning to cruise should proceed with caution, as gastrointestinal illnesses, particularly norovirus, are on the rise this year. The Centers for Disease Control and Pr
Sonesta Unveils the Dahabeya Amirat II: A New Luxury Experience on the Nile
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation has recently unveiled its latest vessel, the Sonesta Dahabeya Amirat II, marking a significant step forward in its Nile River cruise offeri
Carnival’s Heald: How the Government Shutdown Won’t Impact Your Cruise Experience
Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand Ambassador, John Heald, assured that the recent U.S. government shutdown does not impact cruise operations. In a social media update, Heald addre
Six Essential Rules for Cruise Passengers: Expert Tips for a Smooth Voyage
In a recent video on the Tips for Travellers YouTube channel, cruise expert Gary Bembridge shared six important rules for passengers heading out on cruises, derived from his conver
Celebrity Solstice Charts New Course: Repositioning to Asia for Exciting Adventures
The Celebrity Solstice, a cruise ship built in 2008, is currently navigating a series of repositioning voyages as it prepares for its winter season in Southeast Asia and the Far Ea