Viking Files for IPO
Viking has officially filed for its IPO with the United States Securities and Exchanges Commission. For the year ended December 31, 2023, nearly 650,000 guests traveled with the company and it generated total revenue of $4,710.5 million, a net loss of $1,858.6 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $1,090.3 million. As of December 31, 2023, the…
Carnival’s Digital Debarkation System Now Available on Ships in North America
Carnival Cruise Line’s digital debarkation system is now available on every ship sailing from North America, the company’s Brand Ambassador John Heald announced. The system allows guests to select their preferred debarkation option and time using Carnival’s HUB App. In addition to different timeslots, passengers may choose between “Checked Luggage” and “Express Debarkation.” According to…
Pacific Adventure Debuts New Features After Drydock
Following a routine drydock in Singapore, the Pacific Adventure resumed service for P&O Cruises Australia with several new improvements. According to the company, the 2,600-guest vessel now offers a new sound system, in addition to a new photo viewing area and new family cabanas in the Byron Beach Club. Available for rent, the private cabanas…
American Cruise Lines Purchases American Queen River Fleet
American Cruise Lines has purchased four American Queen Voyages river ships plus other assets, according to a court filing. “American Cruise Lines is pleased to be the successful bidder for AQV’s river vessels. We look forward to announcing additional details after this portion of the Hornblower Holdings bankruptcy process concludes,” the company said in a…
Cruise Ship Orderbook: 50+ Ships and $36 Billion
The current global cruise ship orderbook has expanded to 54 ocean-going cruise ship with a value of over $36 billion. Recent additions include two newbuilds in 2027 and 2028 for Carnival Cruise Line, another Oasis-class ship for Royal Caribbean and a smaller expedition ship for Antarctica21. Other news includes the reveal of a name for…
Carnival Luminosa Sets Sail on 31-Night Repositioning Cruise
The Carnival Luminosa is setting sail today on one of Carnival Cruise Line’s longest-ever cruises. Departing from Australia, the vessel is set to offer a 31-night trans-Pacific voyage. The month-long cruise sails from Brisbane to Seattle and features visits to several destinations in Asia, the Far East and Alaska. Upon leaving Australia, the itinerary starts…
Norwegian Cruise Line Cancels Some 2025 Sailings on Various Ships
Norwegian Cruise Line is cancelling several sailings onboard its fleet for 2025. According to a statement sent to travel agents, a total of 20 departures across seven different vessels have been affected. “Due to fleet redeployments, charters and one drydock, we have made the decision to cancel selected sailings onboard our ships,” the company said….
Regent Announces 2027 World Cruise with 71 Ports
Regent Seven Seas Cruises announced its 2027 World Cruise, sailing from January 11, 2027, onboard the Seven Seas Splendor, according to a press release. Sailing from Miami, Florida to New York, the 2027 World of Splendor adventure travels to 71 ports of call in the Caribbean, the Pacific Islands, Australia and New Zealand, Asia, Africa…
Carnival Corp. Reports Q1 2024: Record Revenue
Carnival Corporation announced financial results for the first quarter 2024 and provided an outlook for the full year and second quarter 2024. Record first quarter revenues of $5.4 billion with record net yields (in constant currency) and record net per diems (in constant currency) both significantly exceeding 2023 levels. The company improved its first quarter…
Carnival Cruise Line Orders Another Newbuild for 2028 Delivery
Carnival Corporation announced it has signed an agreement with Meyer Werft shipyard for a fifth Excel Class cruise ship for its Carnival Cruise Line brand, set to be delivered in 2028. This announcement confirms the addition of the 11th Excel Class ship to the corporation’s fleet across four brands, with Carnival Cruise Line operating the…
Silver Cloud Completes 30 Years in Service
The Silver Cloud is celebrating its 30th year in service this month. First vessel introduced by Silversea Cruises, the 260-guest cruise ship was built by the T. Mariotti shipyard in Genoa, Italy. After being delivered to the ultra-luxury company in mid-March, the Silver Cloud set sail on its maiden voyage on April 2, 1994. Departing…
Paul Gauguin Announces Expert-Led 2025 Cruises
Paul Gauguin Cruises has announced its lineup of speakers and experts for the 2025 Boutique Crossing Collection, according to a press release. The collection includes three itineraries of 14-, 16- and 20-night sailing to Fiji, Bali, Singapore, Papua New Guinea, and Australia. The guests will include a Nobel Peace Prize winner, National Geographic photographers, and…
Costa Toscana Circumnavigating Africa to Avoid Red Sea
After having its repositioning cruise via the Red Sea cancelled, the Costa Toscana is sailing around Africa on its return to Europe. Currently the largest ship in Costa Cruises’ fleet, the LNG-powered vessel is set to spend the summer in the Western Mediterranean following a winter program in the Middle East. After completing its itineraries…
Celestyal Discovery Sets Sail on Maiden Cruise
The Celestyal Discovery is now in service for Celestyal Cruises. After being acquired by the cruise line in late 2023, the ship began its inaugural season today. Taking over the schedule originally announced for the Celestyal Olympia, the Discovery is set to offer a series of three- and four-night cruises to the Greek Isles and…
CIN 2024 Annual Report: Caribbean Set for Another Record Year
According to 2024 Cruise Industry News Annual Report, the Caribbean market is set for another strong year in 2024. The region is expected to host almost half of the global passenger capacity, reaching a 40 percent share of the world’s cruise market. The Annual Report data also shows that the Caribbean capacity has been growing…