Alaskan Dream Cruises Shuts Down Operations After 15 Successful Years
Alaskan Dream Cruises, a small-ship tour operator based in Sitka, Alaska, has officially ceased operations as of early February 2026, ending 15 years of offering multi-night voyage
MV Ortelius Sets New Polar Cruise Record in the Weddell Sea
In early February 2026, the MV Ortelius, an ice-strengthened expedition vessel, achieved a remarkable milestone by establishing a new southernmost latitude record for non-icebreake
Carnival Corporation Secures Fleetwide Maintenance Agreement for Evac Systems
Carnival Corporation, the world’s leading cruise ship operator, has announced a global service agreement with Evac Group. This partnership will ensure preventive maintenance
Azamara Ashore: Expanding Exploration Beyond the Quays with a Revamped Experience
Azamara Cruises has announced the relaunch of its Azamara Ashore land program, aimed at extending the reach of its Destination Immersion® concept beyond just seafaring voyages. Th
Seabourn Venture Sets New Southern Milestones on Antarctic Exploration Voyage
During its 12-day Antarctica Exploration voyage from January 28 to February 9, 2026, the Seabourn Venture achieved remarkable new southern milestones, marking significant advanceme
Ferry Services Suspended in the Strait of Gibraltar Amid Storm Marta Disruptions
Maritime traffic in the Strait of Gibraltar faced significant disruption on February 7, 2026, due to strong winds and rough seas brought by Storm Marta. Authorities canceled ferry
Royal Caribbean Resumes Scheduled Cruise Calls to Jamaica’s Major Harbors
The recent resumption of RCI-Royal Caribbean sailings to Jamaica marks a significant development in Caribbean cruise activities. After facing disruptions due to Hurricane Melissa,
MSC Cruises Unveils Exciting Winter 2027-2028 Northern Europe and Mediterranean Itinerary
MSC Cruises has announced the opening of reservations for its winter 2027-2028 sailings, focusing on routes in northern Europe and the Mediterranean. To encourage early bookings ma
Carnival Corporation to Launch Two New Ships in Europe by 2027
Carnival Cruise Line is set to expand its presence in Europe by deploying two ships during the summer season of 2027. The Carnival Miracle will continue offering its popular Medite
Stepbrother Arrested in Connection with Anna Kepner’s Tragic Death on Cruise Ship
The stepbrother of Anna Kepner, who tragically died from asphyxiation during a family cruise, has been arrested and made a court appearance in Miami. His appearance on Friday was c