Evolution Program to Improve Holland America Fleet Efficiency
While the focus of the refurbishments has been on passenger areas and new staterooms, the Holland America Line Evolution program will also include upgrades to technical aspects of ships. Speaking at an industry event earlier this year, the company’s President Beth Bodensteiner said that the project will improve fleet efficiency and reduce overall environmental impact….
MSC Cruises Sets Global Growth Course
“We believe there is strong growth potential for cruise globally,” said Gianni Onorato, CEO of MSC Cruises. “So, we will continue to invest in new ships and infrastructure to support our growth as well as sustainability initiatives.” MSC Cruises sails 23 ships today, with another ship slated for delivery at the end of the year,…
AIDA: Celebrating 30 Years
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, AIDA Cruises has a very clear identity in the German-speaking market, according to Alexander Ewig, senior vice president of marketing and sales. “We are more than a product. AIDA is a feeling,” Ewig explained to Cruise Industry News, “and many people recognize it the moment they see the smiling lips on…
Star Voyager Returning to Hong Kong in Fall 2026
StarCruises has announced that the Star Voyager will return to Hong Kong for a fall season sailing from September 30 to November 13, 2026. Coinciding with the region’s peak travel period, the cruise line will offer two-, three- and five-night cruises sailing from Ocean Terminal, located in central Hong Kong. To celebrate the occasion, StarCruises is offering 30 percent off on bookings made on or…
Carnival and Fincantieri Cut Steel for New Ace-Class Destiny
Carnival Cruise Line announced the next generation of ships joining its fleet starting in 2029 at a press conference in Monfalcone on July 10. Together with Fincantieri, the cruise line held a steel-cutting ceremony for the new Ace-Class ship, which will be named the Carnival Destiny. The name honors the cruise line’s first ship larger than 100,000 tons from 1996. Biaggio Mazzotta, Fincantieri chairman and Pierroberto Folgiero, Fincantieri CEO…
Four Seasons Orders Third Ship for 2031 Delivery
Fincantieri announced today that it has signed a contract with Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings, which is the joint owner/operator of Four Seasons Yacht, for the construction of a third ultra-luxury cruise ship. Delivery of the new vessel is scheduled for 2031. It is the third ship in a new class of ultra-luxury cruise ships designed and…
Holland America Announces 2027-28 Caribbean Season
Holland America Line has announced the opening of its 2027-28 Caribbean season. Sailing October 2027 through March 2028, the season includes 29 itineraries across 47 departures, visiting 35 ports in 25 countries and territories throughout the Eastern, Western and Southern Caribbean, as well as the Panama Canal. “We’ve built this season to give guests more…
Queen Mary 2 Takes Center Stage in NYC for July 4
Cunard marked a landmark moment today as the Queen Mary 2, took center stage in New York Harbor for Sail4th 250, which is said to be the center piece of the United States’ 250th Independence Day celebrations. Anchored in a prime position, the Queen Mary 2 gave guests front-row views of one of the most…
Chief Dog Officer Boards Royal’s Legend for Maiden Season
Royal Caribbean’s next Chief Dog Officer is already onboard the new Legend of the Seas for its maiden season in the Western Mediterranean. According to a social media update, Skipper joined the ship earlier this month ahead of the vessel’s maiden voyage. The new Icon-class vessel is scheduled to welcome its first paying guests on…
Orderbook Update: Six Cruise Ships Still to Be Delivered in 2026
Six cruise ships are still scheduled to be delivered in 2026, according to the latest update of Cruise Industry News’ global cruise ship orderbook. While seven vessels were already added to the world’s fleet this year, Explora will be the next company to welcome a new cruise ship to its fleet this summer. Currently in…
MSC Unveils Pan-Asian Street Food Concept on World Asia
MSC Cruises has revealed new details of a Pan-Asian dining concept set to launch onboard the MSC World Asia. The integrated concept gives guests flexibility, whether they are seeking a full dining experience, a relaxed drink, or a quick bite between activities. Stéphane Franchini, senior director, food and beverage product, MSC Cruises, said: “With this…
Carnival Marks America’s 250th Anniversary on Radiance in Long Beach
Carnival Cruise Line honored America’s 250th anniversary with a patriotic celebration aboard the Carnival Radiance on June 30 at the Port of Long Beach, California. The cruise line welcomed local community partners, veterans, business leaders and government officials to commemorate the occasion. The event kicked off a series of America250 homeport community celebrations, the cruise…
Royal Caribbean’s Legend Arrives in Mediterranean Ahead of Maiden Voyage
The new Legend of the Seas recently arrived in the Western Mediterranean ahead of its maiden voyage for Royal Caribbean, which is scheduled for July 4, 2026. Delivered by the Meyer Turku shipyard in June, the Icon-class ship arrived at the port of Málaga in Spain on Monday. The LNG-powered vessel is now offering a…
Carnival Cruise Line Hosts America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration in Baltimore
Carnival Cruise Line hosted a patriotic celebration on Sunday honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary aboard the Carnival Pride at the Port of Baltimore. Carnival welcomed local community partners, veterans, business leaders and government officials to commemorate the historic milestone and reinforce Carnival’s deep connection to the Baltimore community. “As America’s cruise line, we’re proud to…
Carnival: Maximizing Value at Celebration Key
President and CEO of Carnival Corporation, Josh Weinstein, said the company continues to maximize the value of its destination portfolio through investments that enhance the guest experience and strengthen itinerary differentiation. On the company’s second-quarter 2026 earnings call, Weinstein highlighted that in early May, Carnival completed a pier extension at Celebration Key, which is “increasing…