StarCruises Launches Exciting Vietnam-Singapore Voyages Aboard the Star Voyager
In an exciting development for the regional cruise industry, StarCruises has unveiled plans to deploy the Star Voyager for voyages linking Vietnam and Singapore. This initiative in
MSC Cruises Expands World Class Fleet with Two New LNG-Powered Ships
On May 19, 2025, MSC Cruises entered into a contract with French shipbuilder Chantiers de l’Atlantique for the construction of two new WORLD Class ships, expected to be delivered
Tragic Pediatric Medical Incident Strikes Costa Toscana During Mediterranean Cruise
On May 19, 2025, a tragic incident occurred aboard the Costa Toscana ship as it traveled between Civitavecchia and Savona in the Mediterranean. A two-year-old boy, who was travelin
VIVA Cruises Unveils VIVA Boutique: Elevating Luxury on the Seine River
VIVA Cruises is launching its luxury sub-brand, VIVA Boutique, in May 2026, expanding into the premium river cruise market. The first ship, VIVA BEYOND, will exclusively navigate t
Norovirus Outbreak on Regent’s Seven Seas Explorer During Transpacific Cruise: What You Need to Know
In May 2025, the CDC reported a gastrointestinal illness outbreak aboard the Regent Seven Seas Cruises vessel, Seven Seas Explorer. The outbreak occurred during an 18-night cruise
Exploring the Land Down Under: Coral Adventurer’s 60-Night Australia Circumnavigation Cruise (Oct-Nov 2025)
Coral Expeditions is gearing up for its second complete circumnavigation of Australia aboard the Coral Adventurer, departing from Cairns on October 17, 2025. This remarkable 60-nig
RCG-Royal Caribbean Group Unveils RCGU: A New Initiative to Boost Workforce Development
Royal Caribbean Group (RCG) has launched a new internal training platform named Royal Caribbean Group University (RCGU) to promote workforce development across its global operation
Oceania Cruises Unveils Exciting Holiday Itineraries for 2025-2027
Oceania Cruises has unveiled a comprehensive selection of holiday itineraries for the travel seasons of 2025–2026 and 2026–2027, featuring over 40 luxury sailings. These voyage
Tragic Loss: Captain Michele Bartolomei Passes Away Aboard Diamond Princess
The maritime community has been struck by the sudden passing of Captain Michele Bartolomei, the Master of the Diamond Princess. He died on May 19, 2025, at the age of 52, while abo
Cayman Islands Residents Voice Opposition to Proposed Cruise Pier Project
Cayman Islands residents have decisively opposed the development of cruise ship berthing facilities in George Town, as reflected in results from a recent referendum. Approximately