How Many Passengers Can a Cruise Ship Accommodate? Exploring Capacity Limits
Have you ever wondered about the passenger capacities of cruise ships? Today’s vessels vary greatly in size, accommodating anywhere from just 100 guests to over 7,000 passeng
Tragic Pediatric Medical Incident Strikes Costa Toscana During Mediterranean Cruise
On May 19, 2025, a tragic incident occurred aboard the Costa Toscana ship while it was navigating between Civitavecchia (Rome) and Savona during a scheduled 7-day Western Mediterra
Introducing VIVA Boutique: Elevating Luxury Cruising on the Seine River with VIVA Cruises
VIVA Cruises is set to debut its luxury sub-brand, VIVA Boutique, in May 2026, marking a significant entry into the premium river cruise segment. The first ship, VIVA BEYOND, will
Norovirus Outbreak Confirmed on Regent’s Seven Seas Explorer During Transpacific Cruise
In May 2025, the CDC reported an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness aboard the Regent Seven Seas Cruises vessel, the Seven Seas Explorer. The incident occurred during an 18-night
Embark on an Epic Journey: Coral Adventurer’s 60-Night Australia Circumnavigation Cruise (Oct-Nov 2025)
Coral Expeditions is set to embark on its second full circumnavigation of Australia aboard the Coral Adventurer, departing from Cairns on October 17, 2025. This remarkable 60-night
RCG-Royal Caribbean Group Launches RCGU to Propel Workforce Development Initiatives
RCG-Royal Caribbean Group has launched a new initiative called Royal Caribbean Group University (RCGU), an internal learning platform dedicated to advancing the professional develo
Oceania Cruises Unveils Exciting Holiday Itineraries for 2025–2027
Oceania Cruises has unveiled an impressive range of holiday itineraries for the upcoming 2025–2026 and 2026–2027 seasons. Featuring over 40 luxurious sailings, these voyages wi
Tragic Loss: Captain Michele Bartolomei Passes Away on Diamond Princess Ship
The maritime community is mourning the unexpected death of Captain Michele Bartolomei, Master of the Diamond Princess, who passed away on May 19, 2025, while the ship was docked in
Royal Caribbean’s Star OTS: Newest Ship Begins Sea Trials Ahead of Its 2025 Debut
Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Star of the Seas, has officially begun its sea trials in the Baltic Sea, a crucial step ahead of its anticipated launch in August 2025. Constru
Emergency Medevac Successfully Conducted Off Aceh Coast for Two Mein Schiff 6 Passengers
An emergency medical evacuation was carried out by Indonesian maritime authorities over the weekend for two passengers aboard the Mein Schiff 6, which was sailing off the coast of
Costa Favolosa Enhances Sanitation Measures in Response to Gastrointestinal Illness and Norovirus Outbreak
Costa Favolosa has implemented emergency health and safety measures in response to reports of gastrointestinal illness, specifically Norovirus, among passengers during its ongoing
Ocean Victory Detained in Malaga: Alma Cruceros Suspending Operations Raises Concerns
The MS Ocean Victory, operated by the newly established Spanish cruise line Alma Cruceros, was detained on May 20, 2025, at Port Málaga, Spain. The detention resulted from a legal