SS United States: The Historic Transatlantic Liner Set to Transform into an Artificial Reef
The historic SS United States, an iconic transatlantic liner built in 1951, has begun its transformation into an artificial reef. After three decades of being moored along Philadel
Virgin Voyages Revamps Group Booking Programs in Anticipation of Caribbean Fleet Launch
Virgin Voyages has restructured its group booking initiative, now titled “Circles, Groups, and Weddings,” in an effort to better accommodate the needs of travel advisors and pa
Emirates Airlines and TUI Cruises Join Forces to Strengthen Dubai’s Cruise Industry
Emirates Airlines and TUI Cruises have reaffirmed their strategic alliance to enhance Dubai’s cruise tourism infrastructure. This partnership was officially established at IT
Mitsui Ocean Cruises Expands Fleet with Acquisition of Seabourn Sojourn Ship
Mitsui Ocean Cruises is enhancing its foothold in the luxury cruise market with the purchase of the Seabourn Sojourn from Carnival Corporation. This acquisition represents the comp
MSC World America Set for Grand Christening at PortMiami’s State-of-the-Art Cruise Terminal
MSC Cruises has announced that actor and entrepreneur Drew Barrymore will serve as the godmother of its flagship vessel, the MSC World America. The ship’s naming ceremony is
Tropical Cyclone Alfred: Impact on Brisbane Port’s Cruise Shipping Operations
Due to the onset of Tropical Cyclone Alfred, a rare Category 2 storm, Port Brisbane has temporarily closed, halting cruise shipping operations. The cyclone is forecasted to make la
Quantum OTS: Royal Caribbean’s Ship Successfully Conducts Four Medevac Operations Off New Caledonia
Royal Caribbean’s ship Quantum of the Seas experienced a rare series of medical emergencies, prompting four medical evacuations over just 24 hours off the coast of New Caledonia.
Port Torshavn (Faroes) Enhances Operations with New Dual-Purpose Terminal
The Port of Torshavn in the Faroe Islands is moving forward with the construction of a DKK 70 million (EUR 9.4M) passenger terminal, expected to be completed by June 2026. This new
Investigation Underway Following Fatal Overboard Incident Involving MSC Poesia Crew
A tragic incident recently occurred aboard the MSC Poesia, where a 32-year-old Filipino crew member named Jeric Bueno was confirmed dead five days after being reported missing. He
HX Expeditions Launches Bold Fleet Livery Overhaul: The Final Step in Their Strategic Rebranding Journey
HX Expeditions has recently unveiled a new livery color scheme for its fleet, featuring Indigo Blue and Sand as the primary colors, complemented by Pearl and Arctic White accents.