Silversea Reveals 2027 Venetian Society Reunion Voyage
Silversea will sail its Venetian Society Reunion Voyage in 2027, the cruise line said in a press release. The seven‑day voyage aboard the Silver Dawn will sail from Copenhagen to Southampton on September 3, 2027, featuring special experiences and onboard events. The cruise’s itinerary is selected by the members of the Venetian Society loyalty program, which is set to get an upgrade starting July 1, and hosted by…
A Closer Look at Regent’s New 2028-29 Voyage Collection
Cruise Industry News takes a closer look at the highlights of Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ recently announced 2028-29 voyage collection. Africa & Arabia with the Seven Seas Explorer The Seven Seas Explorer will visit Africa and Arabia for the first time during the 2028-29 season, with three voyages ranging from 14 to 23 nights. Regent…
Costa Diadema Arrives in Northern Europe for Summer Season
The Costa Diadema arrived in Northern Europe earlier this month to kick off a summer season in the region. Having spent the past winter in South America, the Costa Cruises vessel started a series of seven-night cruises to the Norwegian Fjords on May 15, 2026. Sailing from Kiel and Copenhagen, the weeklong cruises sail to…
Azamara Brings New Shows to Journey
The Azamara Journey has become the second Azamara Cruises ship to debut new onboard entertainment developed in partnership with RWS Global. Two exclusive new productions were launched during the Spain Intensive Cruise visiting Barcelona, Ibiza & Majorca, departing on May 21, 2026, the cruise line said in a press release. “Entertainment is an essential part…
Cunard Reveals Itinerary for America’s 250th Anniversary Cruise
Cunard has unveiled the itinerary for its cruise celebrating America’s 250th birthday in New York. As previously reported, the Queen Mary 2 will join over 100 vessels passing through the New York Harbor as part of the Sail4th meetup of tall ships. The cruise line said in a press release that this will be the…
PeppaRose Joins Harding+ Offering on Nine Ships
PeppaRose silk scarves have been added to the onboard offering of cruise retailer Harding+, available on select ships throughout this Mediterranean season. According to a statement, listings have been secured across nine ships spanning the Cunard, Princess and Viking fleets. “We are delighted to officially launch with Harding+ and to see PeppaRose introduced across such a strong selection of premium and luxury…
TUI Launches Global Loyalty Program
TUI has launched what it says is its first-ever global loyalty program, the TUI Smiles Rewards Club. The club, which is free to join, allows guests to collect Smiles, or points, across the company’s portfolio, by purchasing flights, hotels, packages, cruises and experiences. These can then be turned into access to members-only rewards, offers, partner…
Barcelona to Double Cruise Passengers Fee
Barcelona will double its fee for tourists arriving in the city by cruise ship, according to Mayor Jaume Collboni. The mayor reportedly said that the fee will be raised from the current four euros to eight euros in the coming months. According to a report by El País, Barcelona’s city officials had previously agreed to…
Norwegian Aqua Returns to New York City for Second Season
The Norwegian Aqua recently returned to New York City for a second homeporting season in the U.S. Northeast. After completing a winter schedule sailing from PortMiami, the ship arrived at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal. The 2025-built ship is now offering a series of five- to eight-night cruises that include multiple-day calls to Bermuda. All itineraries…
Virgin’s Valiant Drydocking in Europe
Virgin Voyages’ Valiant Lady is currently undergoing a scheduled drydock at Fincantieri. After crossing the Atlantic in April, the 2021-built vessel arrived at Fincantieri’s Palermo yard earlier this month. As part of its first drydock, the Valiant Lady will add the Ariya restaurant. The new restaurant was developed in partnership with Indie Culinaire by chef…
P&O Cruises Offers Onboard Spending Money on Med Fly-Cruises
P&O Cruises is adding onboard spending money to select fly-cruise Mediterranean voyages this summer. For bookings made before December 17, 2026, guests can get up to £350 onboard spending money per balcony cabin on applicable Select Price cruises departing before March 30, 2028. Destinations across Malta, Italy, Greece and Croatia are available, combining flights, transfers and a seven-night itinerary aboard the Azura, the cruise line said in a press release. Example itineraries of cruises sailing…
Meyer Turku’s Donation to Fund New Academic Role in Finland
Meyer Turku has donated funds to establish a new professorship at Finland’s Aalto University, according to a press release. With the €800,000 donation, the University will establish a five-year Professor of Practice in Interdisciplinary Naval Architecture, with the search for the person to fill the role to start later this year. Aiming to help modernize…
Margaritaville at Sea Welcoming Summer with Two Promos
Margaritaville at Sea has announced the launch of its Memorial Day flash sale and Back-2-Back Sailing program. The Memorial Day Flash Sale features savings on summer sailings aboard the Paradise and Islander to destinations across The Bahamas, Mexico and Caribbean, the cruise line shared in a statement. Running through June 2, 2026, the offer includes a 50-percent discount on all cruises, destinations and itineraries and cruises from $59 per night. Furthermore, on select dates, kids sail for free and…
Deutschland Starts Farewell Season for Phoenix Reisen
The Deutschland recently sailed from Bremerhaven to kick off its farewell season for German cruise operator Phoenix Reisen. After undergoing a drydock at the same port in April, the 1998-built vessel started the deployment on May 12, 2026. The final season includes a series of eight cruises departing from three homeports: Bremerhaven, Cuxhaven and Kiel….
Azamara Pursuit Marks 25 Years
The Azamara Pursuit is completing 25 years of service after originally debuting in February 2001 as the R Eight. Built for Renaissance Cruises at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in France, the 30,200-ton ship was introduced as the last in a series of eight R-class sister ships. With its original owners facing financial challenges, the…