MSC to Deploy Five Ships in South America in 2026-27
MSC Cruises will send five ships to South America for the 2026-27 winter season, following the addition of the MSC Seaview to the region’s deployment. Initially set to offer itineraries in the Southern Caribbean, the 2018-built vessel is now set to offer cruises to Brazil and Argentina. The move is related to a broader redeployment…
GPH’s Kutman Continues Strategic Port Expansion Globally
Just over 20 percent of cruise passengers will go through a Global Ports Holding–operated (GPH) port this year as Chairman Mehmet Kutman continues his strategic expansion of the company. A deal to take GPH private in 2024 has only helped, giving Kutman the flexibility and speed he needs. Kutman said he was currently keeping an…
Carnival Adjusts 2027 Itineraries in the Mediterranean
Carnival Cruise Line is adjusting the itinerary of two cruises from its 2027 Mediterranean season onboard the Carnival Miracle. According to a statement sent to guests, the Oct. 16 and Oct. 26, 2027, sailings will replace one of their ports of call in the Greek Islands. Instead of visiting Santorini, the ship will now sail…
Juneau Finalizes Tidelands Lease for Cruise Dock
Alaska Native village corporation Huna Totem Corporation and the City and Borough of Juneau have finalized a tidelands lease agreement for the Áak’w Landing project, clearing the way for final design and construction of a new cruise ship dock and waterfront destination in downtown Juneau, the company said in a press release. The lease agreement…
Ambassador Unveils Birthday Promo
Ambassador Cruise Line is offering a 5 percent discount on all bookings made during a 24-hour promo period in celebration of its fifth birthday. According to a statement, the promo will last from 9 a.m. on April 9 to 08:59 a.m. on April 10, 2026, and is valid for all cabin grades when using code…
Crystal Offers a Peek into Dining Venues Aboard Crystal Grace
Crystal has revealed new renderings for the dining venues aboard its newest ship, the Crystal Grace, set to debut on June 11, 2028. Following the recent unveiling of the ship’s suite categories, the company offered a first look at the dining venues in a press release. All three were designed by Tillberg Design of Sweden…
The Apollo Group Launches Maritime Services Division
The Apollo Group has announced its new Maritime Services division, which the company called a strategic expansion beyond its hospitality business into full-service maritime solutions for the global cruise and shipping industries. The new division positions The Apollo Group as both an operator and advisor, offering end-to-end support across technical ship management, operations, consultancy and…
Avora to Add Jet Skis, Submarine Operations and More to Former Regent Ship
Avora Residences will offer a series of exclusive amenities to the members of its new Continuum membership program. Launched in partnership with Villa Vie Residences, the company is planning to offer an upscale residential product onboard the Lumina. Currently sailing as the Seven Seas Navigator, the vessel will offer new features, including jet skis and…
Royal Caribbean’s Harmony in Drydock for Major Refit
The Harmony of the Seas recently entered drydock for a major refurbishment as part of Royal Caribbean International’s Royal Amplified program. After arriving in Europe in late March, the Oasis-class vessel reached the Navantia shipyard in Cadiz on April 3, 2026. The 227,625-ton ship is now set to undergo a six-week drydock before welcoming guests…
MSC Seashore Enters Drydock in Grand Bahama
The MSC Seashore recently kicked off a routine drydock at the Grand Bahama Shipyard in Freeport, the Bahamas. After pausing its operations in Port Canaveral in late March, the MSC Cruises vessel arrived at the facility on April 1, 2026. The 4,560-passenger ship is now expected to undergo maintenance and routine work before welcoming guests…
Former Zhao Shang Yi Dun Rebranded as Viking Yi Dun, Rejoins Viking Fleet
The former Zhao Shang Yi Dun, once celebrated as China’s first luxury cruise ship, has been officially renamed Viking Yi Dun, with the new name painted on at Shekou International Cruise Home Port on March 24, 2026. The vessel has also been reflagged to Norway, marking what appears to be a return to the Viking…
Windstar Launches Complimentary All-Inclusive Promotion
Windstar Cruises launched a new complimentary All-Inclusive offer designed to drive bookings across with a limited-time upgrade on voyages worldwide, the company said in a press release. Available on select sailings booked between April 1 and June 30, 2026 for travel through June 30, 2027, the promotion includes Wi-Fi, gratuities and select unlimited cocktails, wine…
Selectum Blu Readies for ‘Most Important Year’ Yet
Selectum Blu has 56 cruises on the books this year, sailing from Cesme from April to mid-October. The cruises are short, three and four nights, and allow Turkish guests to visit Greece without traditional visas. “Our ports of call are determined by a special agreement between Turkey and Greece, which facilitates the entry of Turkish…
Aon Affinity Extends Virgin Voyages Travel Protection Partnership
Aon Affinity Travel Practice has extended its relationship with Virgin Voyages to administer its travel protection program, the company said in a press release. Under the program, branded Voyage Protection, Aon Affinity provides U.S.-based Virgin Voyages passengers with access to a suite of travel protection benefits. “Aon is proud to support Virgin Voyages and its…
Norwegian Sun Enters Drydock in Singapore
The Norwegian Sun recently arrived at a shipyard in Singapore for a routine drydock. Concluding a winter season in Southeast Asia and the Far East, the 2,000-passenger ship arrived at the shipyard on April 2, 2026. The work scope is said to include regular upkeep and class work. Following its 11-day drydock, the Norwegian Sun…