Carnival Reveals Fleetwide Events for America’s 250th Birthday
Carnival Cruise Line has announced its programming for America’s 250th anniversary. According to a statement, the festivities will include ship meetups with fireworks on both coasts, community homeport celebrations and fleetwide onboard activities. “As America’s cruise line, we are bringing the fun from coast to coast so everyone can celebrate,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. “There is no better way…
Ritz-Carlton Yacht CEO: ‘We Are Growing and Executing as Planned’
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has completed a planned capital transaction representing more than $300 million in total support, with President and Chief Executive Officer Ernesto Fara saying the company is growing and executing as planned and excited about the future, according to a company announcement. “Our shareholders and lenders have together committed more than $300…
SeaDream Announces New Caribbean Voyages for 2028 and 2029
SeaDream Yacht Club has announced its Fall 2028 Caribbean season and New Year’s 2029 voyages aboard the SeaDream I and II. Spanning November 2028 through January 2029, the new season introduces 13 Caribbean yachting voyages visiting the Virgin Islands, St. Barths, Anguilla, St. Kitts and Nevis, Antigua and beyond. The company said that the season…
Hapag-Lloyd Announces 4 World Music-Themed Cruises in 2026–27
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has announced four special-format sailings dedicated to world music for 2026 and 2027. Artists from diverse backgrounds will perform at special venues on the Europa, offering various perspectives on music and culture, according to a statement. “Island magic and the azure-blue Adriatic” (Sep 22 to Oct 4, 2026, 12 days) This cruise sails from Palma de Mallorca via Corsica, Sardinia and Sicily along the…
MSC Marks Countdown Until World Asia’s First Sailing
MSC Cruises has marked six months until the first sailing of the MSC World Asia and has announced that the ship will be officially named on November 28, 2026, in Le Havre, France. Gianni Onorato, CEO of MSC Cruises, said: “Our World Class ships have been a great success with guests, and the MSC World…
Princess to Drop Summer Cruises to the Caribbean in 2027
Princess Cruises will not operate summer cruises in the Caribbean in 2027, according to deployment published on the company’s website. The cruise line will move all of its ships out of the region between April and October. Two Princess ships are currently operating year-round in the Caribbean: the Regal Princess and the Caribbean Princess. With…
Aroya Starts Repositioning Voyage to the Mediterranean
The Aroya recently sailed from its homeport in Saudi Arabia for a repositioning voyage to the Eastern Mediterranean. Set to spend its second consecutive summer season in the region, the Aroya Cruises vessel is offering an eight-night cruise that sails to destinations in Egypt and Turkey. The itinerary started in Jeddah and will include visits…
Hurtigruten Appoints Chris Barker as Key Account Manager
Hurtigruten has announced the appointment of Chris Barker as key account manager to further strengthen the company’s commitment to its UK and emerging market travel trade partners. Joining the company on June 1, Barker brings experience from across the travel industry. “Joining Hurtigruten is a really exciting opportunity for me because it’s a brand with…
Carnival Magic Debuts New Mini Golf Course
The Carnival Magic has returned to service with a new mini golf course among the upgrades completed during the ship’s recent drydock. The nine-hole course was installed by Adventure Golf & Sports (AGS), replacing an existing course supplied. The demolition of the previous course was handled by the ship ahead of the AGS team’s arrival….
Cruise Line Trio Wins Port of Vancouver Sustainability Awards
Three cruise lines have been recognized by the Port of Vancouver for their contribution to sustainable operations at the annual Blue Circle Awards. Disney Cruise Line, Holland America Line and Princess Cruises were honored for their environmental leadership while homeporting at its Canada Place cruise terminal, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority said in a statement. Launched in 2009, the Blue Circle Awards recognize industry operators and customers for…
Royal Caribbean Adds New Cruise to Legend’s Maiden Season
Royal Caribbean International recently added a new cruise to the schedule of the maiden season of the new Legend of the Seas. Currently under construction at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland, the ship will become the third in the company’s Icon-class series. Set to debut in Europe, the 5,610-passenger ship is scheduled to offer…
Virgin Voyages Simplifies Group Travel Bookings
Virgin Voyages has launched its new program designed to make the logistics of group travel less complicated. Smaller groups of eight cabins to larger groups of 75 can book a cruise with no deposit required thanks to the cruise line’s new Groups program. Every cabin comes with a Group Bar Tab of up to $200,…
Hapag-Lloyd Spotlights 2027–28 Golf Voyages
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has highlighted a selection of Golf & Cruise voyages for 2027 and 2028, allowing golf enthusiasts to play at courses around the world. These specially designed themed cruises offer personalized experiences tailored to guests’ level of play, allowing them to hone their skills. Guests can also add individual packages on all routes sailing on the Europa and Europa 2 even outside the Golf & Cruise voyages, the cruise line said in a statement. …
Holland America Line Celebrating USA’s 250th Birthday Across Fleet
Holland America Line’s cruises sailing during the July 4 weekend will feature special programming honoring America’s 250th anniversary. Cruises over the holiday weekend will have festive programming, live music, commemorative keepsakes and special culinary experiences, the cruise line said in a statement. Additionally, events designed to honor America’s history, culture and spirit will be available…
Port of Vancouver Releases 2026 Cruise Update
The Port of Vancouver has released a 2026 cruise update newsletter, highlighting its participation in the FIFA World Cup, its 40th anniversary and whale protection initiatives, as well as key updates from its partners in cruise and tourism. Port Updates The port said that from June 11 to July 19, Vancouver will transform into a…