Culinary Icons Set to Elevate HAL-Holland America’s 2026 Grand Voyages
Holland America Line (HAL) is set to elevate its 2026 Grand Voyages by featuring members of its Culinary Ambassador program on select cruise segments aboard the Volendam and Zaanda
UAE Introduces Multiple-Entry Permits for Cruise Passengers and Crew
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recently launched a new multiple-entry visa specifically for cruise ship crew and passengers, a significant first for the country’s maritime se
Star Clippers Announces Exciting Grand Voyages for 2026-2027 Season
Star Clippers has unveiled its Grand Voyages schedule for the 2026-2027 season, presenting over 50 sailings across its fleet of tall ships: Star Clipper, Star Flyer, and Royal Clip
Port San Diego Kicks Off 2025-2026 Cruise Season with Holland America Line
The Port of San Diego has officially kicked off its 2025-2026 cruise season, partnering with Holland America Line (HAL) to unveil a comprehensive schedule of 107 voyages set to bri
Holyhead: The Gateway Managing Wales’ Surge in Cruise Shipping Traffic
Wales has experienced a significant boost in cruise ship visits, reporting 84 arrivals in 2025—a remarkable increase from just 41 in 2021. This jump highlights the region’s
Red Funnel: Historic Solent Ferry Company Acquired by Private Equity Firm
Red Funnel, a historic ferry operator established in 1820, has been acquired by Njord Partners, a UK investment firm, as of late September 2025. The company had previously been own
Royal Caribbean Group Launches Innovative Port Partners Program in Seward, Alaska
Royal Caribbean Group (RCG) has launched its inaugural business accelerator within its new "Port Partners" program, choosing Seward, Alaska, as the pilot location. This i
A-ROSA Implements AI Solutions to Combat Food Waste on the High Seas
A-ROSA has implemented advanced waste-analysis systems on three of its ships, focusing on managing food waste more effectively in two specific cruise regions. These systems utilize
Exploring the High Seas: Carnival Ships on Epic Long Journey Cruises to Hawaii
Two Carnival Cruise Line ships recently embarked on extended voyages to Hawaii as part of Carnival’s Journeys program. The 15-night itineraries feature the Carnival Legend an
Setting Sail in 2026: Meet the World’s Largest £1.5bn Mega-Cruise Ship Featuring 40 Bars!
An impressive new cruise ship, Legend of the Seas, is poised to be the largest in the world, with a staggering price tag of approximately £1.5 billion. Scheduled for launch in 202