Bahamas Mandates Compulsory Pilotage for All Vessels, Including Cruise Ships
The Bahamian government has recently started to enforce a long-standing law requiring all vessels, including cruise ships, to use licensed maritime pilots when entering the nation&
ACL-Ambitious Plans: American Cruise Lines to Launch Domestic Great Lakes Voyages in 2026
American Cruise Lines has unveiled plans to launch three new itineraries on the US Great Lakes for the 2026 season. The voyages will operate from May to August aboard the American
Riviera Travel UK Launches Riviera Alba: A New Adventure on the Mekong for 2027
Riviera Travel UK is set to enter the Asian cruise market with the introduction of the Riviera Alba, a new river vessel aimed at operating on the Mekong River starting in 2027. Thi
Silversea Unveils 55-Day Grand Mediterranean Voyage for 2025
Silversea has unveiled its Grand Voyage Mediterranean 2025, a luxurious 55-day cruise that will traverse 12 countries and visit 45 destinations from Lisbon to Barcelona. Set to sai
MSC Announces Homeporting of World Europa in Dubai for Winter 2026-2027
MSC Cruises has announced a strategic shift for the winter season 2026-2027, opting to homeport its flagship ship, the MSC World Europa, in Dubai instead of deploying two vessels.
Royal Caribbean International Reveals Timeline for 2027-2028 Deployment Releases
Royal Caribbean International (RCI) has announced its timeline for deploying cruise itineraries for the 2027–2028 season. As is customary, the company will release these new itin
12 Cruise Ships Affected by Category 4 Hurricane Humberto and Tropical Storms
At least 12 cruise ships have had to adjust their itineraries due to the looming threat of Category 4 Hurricane Humberto in the Atlantic and a tropical storm affecting the U.S. Eas
Royal Caribbean Group Expands Future Fleet Plans: Meyer Turku Shipyard Capacity Secured Through 2036
Royal Caribbean Group (RCG) has established a long-term framework agreement with the Finnish shipyard Meyer Turku, ensuring the right to commission new vessels at the facility unti
Get Ready for a Very Merry Margaritaville at Sea: Holiday Cruises Return This December!
Margaritaville at Sea has announced the return of its holiday-themed sailings, dubbed "Very Merry Margaritaville at Sea," featuring the ships Paradise and Islander during
Azamara Sets Sail on Celestial Voyages in Collaboration with Lowell Observatory
Azamara Cruises has announced a three-year partnership with Lowell Observatory aimed at enhancing its solar eclipse cruises in 2026. This collaboration will integrate scientific pr