Wind Star Celebrates Anniversary in Drydock
Windstar Cruises has celebrated the 40th anniversary of its first ship, the Wind Star, which originally entered service in 1986. The 148-passenger ship is currently undergoing a modernization project in drydock at the Navantia shipyard in Cádiz, Spain. Windstar marked the occasion with a celebration at the facility that included a photoshoot featuring the vessel’s…
Carnival Glory Offering Adults-Only Cruise in Europe
The Carnival Glory is currently offering an adults-only cruise to the Canary Islands and the Western Mediterranean. As part of Carnival Cruise Line’s SEA program, the 15-night itinerary departed from the Spanish port of Barcelona on March 25, 2026. Before returning to the port, the European sailing is set to visit other destinations in Spain,…
Royal Caribbean’s Ovation Enters Drydock in Singapore
The Ovation of the Seas recently entered drydock in Singapore to undergo a major refurbishment as part of Royal Caribbean International’s Royal Amplified program. During the month-long refit, the 2016-built ship will see the addition of new features and updated public rooms, as well as extra cabins and refreshed areas. Among the main changes coming…
MSC Cancels 2026-27 Season in Middle East; World Europa to Caribbean
MSC Cruises announced today that it is cancelling its planned 2026-27 season in the Middle East onboard the MSC World Europa. According to a press release, the decision is part of a revised deployment for 2026-27 that will strengthen its presence in the Caribbean. Replacing the MSC Seaview, the MSC World Europa will make its…
Brilliant Lady Completes Virgin’s First Panama Canal Transit
The Brilliant Lady recently completed its inaugural transit through the Panama Canal, marking the first time a Virgin Voyages vessel has sailed through the waterway. In a social media update, the Panama Canal Authority celebrated the milestone, noting that the transit was one of the highlights of its 2025-26 season. The authority also stated that…
Norwegian Luna Christened in Miami
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) christened its newest ship, the Norwegian Luna, in Miami on Friday, marking the latest addition to the company’s Prima Plus Class fleet. The ceremony took place at NCL’s LEED Gold Certified terminal at PortMiami before more than 2,000 guests. Street artist ELLE, named the ship’s godmother, created the vessel’s hull artwork,…
Carnival Corp: 2026 Q1 Results Announced
Carnival Corporation has announced financial results for the first quarter 2026 and provided an updated outlook. Diluted EPS of $0.19 and adjusted EPS of $0.20, up 50 percent compared to the prior year. Record revenues of $6.2 billion, gross margin yields up nearly 10 percent and record net yields (in constant currency), outperforming guidance on…
TUI Cancels Sailings in Europe Due to Middle East Conflict
TUI Cruises cancelled upcoming sailings in Europe onboard the Mein Schiff 5 due to the current conflicts in the Middle East. With the ship still stuck in the Arabian Gulf, two planned cruises in the Mediterranean will no longer go ahead. According to a statement issued by the company on Thursday, the April 17 and…
Key Cruise Ship Drydocks in March
Cruise Industry News looks into some of the key drydock projects that are taking place in March. Azamara Journey Cruise Line: Azamara Capacity: 718 guests Tonnage: 30,200 Year built: 2000 Drydock Period: Mar. 1 to Mar. 9, 2026 Shipyard: Cernaval (Algeciras, Spain) The Azamara Journey underwent a quick drydock at a shipyard at the port…
United Waterways Teams Up with JRE to Enhance Culinary Experience
United Waterways is partnering with JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs to develop young talent and create dishes inspired by European river regions. The partnership will see emerging culinary professionals onboard United vessels connect with JRE chefs, the company said in a statement, bringing together JRE’s network of over 400 restaurants with United’s fleet of over 120 vessels. “The…
Six Cruise Ships Remain Stuck in the Arabian Gulf
Six cruise ships remain stuck in the Arabian Gulf after their operations in the region were halted in late February. With the Strait of Hormuz virtually closed to international maritime traffic, the vessels are unable to leave the area and start repositioning voyages to other parts of the world. MSC Euribia Cruise Line: MSC Cruises…
Carnival Encounter Returns to Brisbane Following Drydock
The Carnival Encounter has returned to Brisbane from drydock with refreshed interiors, a new hull livery and expanded entertainment programming. The ship now features a Cloud 9 Spa Thermal Suite with heated thermal lounges, saunas and steam baths. All five pool areas have been revitalized, seven jacuzzi tubs replaced and the sports court and Twin…
Adora Orders Two New Large Cruise Ships in China
China Tourism Group Co. and China State Shipbuilding Corporation have formally signed a Memorandum of Cooperation on New Domestic Cruise Shipbuilding Projects, with plans to build two cruise ships with one option for Adora Cruises. The first ship is due to be delivered by 2030, according to a press release. Further details were not released….
Holland America to Offer New 8-Day Itinerary in Southeast Asia
Holland America Line will offer a new eight-day itinerary to Southeast Asia as part of its 2027-28 winter season. According to a press release, the shorter cruise offers a rare opportunity to sail in the region with the company in less than 14 days. Sailing roundtrip from Singapore, the new itinerary will take place onboard…
Disney Cruise Line Unveils Disney Believe, Its Next Wish-Class Ship
Walt Disney Company’s new CEO Josh D’Amaro has unveiled the name and the theme of the next Disney Cruise Line ship. As the fourth in Disney Cruise Line’s Wish class, the next ship will be named the Disney Believe and is expected to join the fleet in late 2027. In a press release, the company…