Ritz-Carlton Unveils 2026 Summer Voyages
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has announced new voyages for its 2026 summer season in Northern Europe and the Mediterranean. In a press release, the company unveiled voyages to be offered on the Evrim and the Ilma, which will explore coastal escapes and destinations across Europe. Offering 44 new voyages from April through October 2026, there…
MSC Grandiosa Completes Drydock Ahead of Winter Season in Brazil
The MSC Grandiosa recently set sail from the Palumbo Shipyard Malta after spending three weeks in drydock at the facility. Set to spend the upcoming winter season in South America, the ship arrived in Genoa, Italy, to kick off a repositioning cruise on Nov. 16, 2024. Following visits to destinations in France, Spain and Portugal,…
Viking Reports Third Quarter 2024 Results
Viking Holdings Ltd today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. Key Highlights Total revenue for the third quarter of 2024 increased 11.4%, or $171.9 million compared to the same period in 2023. Gross margin increased 18.0% and Adjusted Gross Margin increased 12.0% compared to the same period in 2023, resulting…
MSC Cruises Kicks off 2024-25 Caribbean Season from Miami
MSC Cruises has kicked off its winter 2024-25 cruise season from Miami, with the departures of the MSC Divina and MSC Seaside, according to a press release. The MSC Seascape will also be homeporting in Miami, offering week-long Eastern and Western Caribbean sailings. The MSC Divina and MSC Seaside will offer three-, four–, seven–, and…
Disney Names Cast, Crew and Employees ‘Godparents’ of Disney Treasure
Disney Cruise Line announced that the honorary godparents for its newest ship, the Disney Treasure, will be held by The Walt Disney Company’s global cast, crew, Imagineers and employees. This designation honors over 200,000 individuals who contribute to Disney’s experiences and create lasting memories for families worldwide, the company stated. “At the core of everything…
Silversea Kicks Off Its 2024-25 Antarctica Season
Silversea has officially kicked off its 2024-25 Antarctica season with Silver Endeavour’s 18-day voyage to South Georgia, the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula, according to a press release. From October 29, 2024, to March 10, 2025, three ships will operate 34 cruises, offering diverse expedition experiences. Highlights of the Silver Endeavour’s first voyage…
Princess Completes Repairs Onboard Regal Princess
In a statement sent to guests set to board the ship this weekend, Princess Cruises announced that it has completed necessary repairs onboard the Regal Princess. Out of service since late October, the 2014-built ship saw three cruises cancelled due to what the company called unforeseen technical work. “We’re pleased to share that essential repairs…
Carnival Reveals More 2026-27 Cruises From New York and California
Carnival Cruise Line announced more 2026-27 sailings from New York City aboard the Carnival Venezia, and more Long Beach sailings on the Firenze and Radiance, according to a press release. “Our two Carnival Fun Italian Style ships offer great options from the east and west coasts, conveniently connecting New York and Long Beach to popular…
Caledonian Sky Could Be Set For New Home in Late 2025
The Caledonian Sky could be set for a new home in late 2025 following her European season with Travelmarvel. The former Renaissance ship is set for a dry dock and update in April ahead of her summer program in the Mediterranean. After that, the vessel could be available for a new home, according to Peter…
Scenic Eclipse Leaves Shipyard Following Successful Drydock
The Scenic Eclipse has successfully completed its emergency drydock in Galveston, Scenic announced in an update. According to the company, the ship is now on its way to Argentina to resume revenue service ahead of a winter season in Antarctica. After facing propulsion issues in September, the Scenic Eclipse had its Azipod replaced at the…
Crystal Confirms Third Ocean Ship for 2032 Delivery
Crystal announced today the finalization of an order with renowned Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri for construction of a third ocean ship for a 2032 delivery. It will follow new ships for the brand that are scheduled for 2028 and 2030. All three ships will be 690 guests and be about 61,800 tons. This comes as a…
Princess Cruises Announces 131-Day Circle Pacific Cruise for 2026
Princess Cruises announced its most extensive voyage yet with a new 131-day Circle Pacific itinerary departing in January 2026, according to a press release. Sailing from Ft. Lauderdale, the voyage will feature 60 port stops across 19 countries around the Pacific Ocean, replacing the previously announced 2026 World Cruise, which had included stops in the…
Miami Reports 8.2 Million Cruise Passengers
PortMiami announced that it has highest-ever cruise passenger total of 8,233,056 travelers in Fiscal Year 2024, which started October 1, 2023 and ended September 30, 2024. The Port experienced a 12.79% increase in cruise passenger totals compared to its previous record of 7,299,294 passengers in Fiscal Year 2023, according to a statement. “PortMiami continues to…
Cruise Lines 2024 Q3 Breakdown: By the Numbers
Cruise Industry News takes a look at the financial performance of the “big three” cruise corporations following the third quarter of 2024. Traditionally, the third quarter has been the key part of the year for cruise operators, as it spans the summer months with more family travel and more deployment into higher yielding markets such…
Cruise Season to Bring 152 Calls, One Million Passengers to Santos, Brazil
The Port of Santos, in Brazil, is expecting 152 calls from 14 ships during the 2024-25 season, which is scheduled to start on Nov. 8, 2024. According to a press release from the Santos Port Authority (SPA), the vessels are projected to bring over one million passengers to the port. This milestone will be achieved…