Virgin Voyages Wraps Up Appreciation Month with Sir Richard Branson at the Helm
Virgin Voyages has wrapped up its most extensive First Mate Appreciation Month to date, following a successful 17-city roadshow that engaged over 1,000 travel advisors—referred t
Stormy Seas: Celebrity Edge Drifts from Pier in Juneau Amid Squall
On June 16, 2025, strong winds swept through Juneau, Alaska, catching the Celebrity Edge while it was docked. A sudden squall, with gusts reaching between 45 and 60 mph, struck the
NCL’s Norwegian Viva Marks Its Maiden Call in Heraklion, Greece
The port of Heraklion, Greece, welcomed the Norwegian Viva, one of Norwegian Cruise Line’s advanced vessels from the Prima Class, on June 15, 2025, marking its first visit to
Asuka Cruises Unveils Exciting Schedule of Nearly 50 Voyages on New and Classic Vessels
Asuka Cruises, a luxury cruise line under NYK Line, has announced an ambitious schedule of nearly 50 voyages for late 2025 and early 2026, reflecting a commitment to both modernity
Iceland’s Cruise Industry Hits Rough Waters with New Fee Policy
Iceland’s cruise industry faces a significant downturn due to a new infrastructure fee, which has raised concerns among stakeholders. The Cruise Iceland association has estim
Celebrating Belfast’s 1,500th Cruise Call: Aboard the Regal Princess
Belfast Harbour recently achieved a significant milestone by welcoming its 1,500th cruise ship, marked by the arrival of the Regal Princess. The visit included a modest ceremony fi
ACL’s American Patriot: Embarking on Its Maiden Voyage
American Cruise Lines has ushered in a new era of U.S.-flagged coastal cruising with the launch of its newest vessel, American Patriot, which set sail on its maiden voyage from Bos
MSC World Asia to Launch Exciting 7-Night Mediterranean Voyages for Winter 2026-2027
MSC Cruises is set to unveil its latest World-class vessel, the MSC World Asia, with its inaugural Mediterranean sailings beginning on December 11, 2026. Constructed at Chantiers d
AmaMagdalena: A New Dawn for Colombia’s Magdalena River Celebrated in a Special Christening Ceremony
AmaWaterways has officially launched its newest vessel, the AmaMagdalena, during a christening ceremony on June 17th in Mompox, Colombia, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This ship is
Exciting News: CCL-Carnival Announces June 2026 Launch of Carnival Rewards with Dual-Earning Structure!
CCL-Carnival Cruise Line is set to unveil a new loyalty program named Carnival Rewards™ in June 2026, overhauling its existing system. This innovative approach introduces a point