Celebration Key Welcomes Mardi Gras and Carnival Pride: A Historic Dual Docking Experience!
On July 25, 2025, Carnival Cruise Line achieved a significant milestone at Celebration Key in the Bahamas, marking the first simultaneous docking of two of its ships, the Mardi Gra
Federal Investigation Launched Into Onboard Incident Aboard Carnival Dream
Federal authorities have initiated an investigation into an incident aboard the cruise ship Carnival Dream, which occurred around July 23, 2025. The FBI’s Houston division confir
Exploring Europe’s Foodiest Cruise: A Culinary Journey from Rome to Athens
When Love Boat first aired in 1977, it introduced viewers to Princess Cruises and its charming vessel, Pacific Princess. Nearly 50 years later, the cruise line continues to celebra
MSC World Asia: Revolutionizing Onboard Entertainment with Pan-Asian Inspiration
MSC Cruises is set to enhance onboard entertainment with its new flagship, MSC World Asia, which will launch from the Mediterranean in December 2026. Positioned as the third ship i
Crown Iris Cancels Port Call on Syros Amid Pro-Palestinian Demonstrations
A recent pro-Palestinian demonstration on Syros Island in Greece forced the Israeli-operated cruise ship Crown Iris to cancel its planned port call. The protest, involving about 15
Smithsonian Journeys Brings History to Life: Mississippi River Cruises Resume with Expert Commentary
Smithsonian Journeys is making a notable return to the Mississippi River cruise scene with a new itinerary for the first time since 2019, signaling its re-engagement with USA inlan
Greece Introduces Seasonal Cruise Passenger Fee to Combat Overtourism
Greece has implemented a seasonal disembarkation fee for cruise passengers arriving at its ports and popular island destinations, starting from July 21, 2025. This move aims to add
Tragic Incident: Crew Member Loses Life After Jumping Overboard from Icon OTS Near Bahamas
Late on July 24, 2025, a tragic incident occurred aboard the Icon of the Seas as the ship sailed approximately 200 miles east of Nassau in the eastern Caribbean. At around 7:00 p.m
Carnival Panorama Extends Mexican Riviera Cruises Through Spring 2028 with CCL
Carnival Cruise Line (CCL) has announced an extension of the Carnival Panorama’s deployment from Long Beach, California, now running through spring 2028. This significant exp
Catania Port Unveils Pier 25: A New Third Cruise Berth for Mega Ships
Catania Port, located in Sicily, Italy, has recently announced the completion of significant modernization efforts at Pier 25, enhancing its capacity to accommodate cruise ships. M