Carnival Radiance Offers Journeys Cruise to Hawaii
The Carnival Radiance is currently in Hawaii as part of a 14-night cruise that sailed from Long Beach earlier this month. Part of Carnival Cruise Line’s Journeys program, the itinerary includes visits to five destinations before returning to California on Feb. 23, 2025. After departing from Long Beach, the Carnival Radiance visits to Kahului, Honolulu,…
A Look at Royal Caribbean’s 26-27 Season from San Diego
As part of Royal Caribbean International’s recently announced 2026-27 winter season on the West Coast, the Serenade of the Seas is scheduled to offer itineraries from San Diego. Cruise Industry News takes a closer look at the new cruise schedule, which includes two- to seven-night cruises to Baja California, the Mexican Riviera and the Sea…
Costa Opens Bookings for 2027 World Cruise
Costa Cruises has announced that bookings for the 2027 edition of the World Cruise are now open. The company said in a press release that the cruise, onboard the Costa Deliziosa, will offer a 139-day experience, departing on Nov. 25, 2026, from Savona and arriving on April 12, 2027. The ship will cross five continents,…
Viking Cancels February Visits to Santorini Due to Earthquake
Viking has cancelled its scheduled visits to Santorini in February due to ongoing seismic activity on the Greek island. According to a report by Arxipelagos, the Viking Star was set to visit the destination twice this month, with calls scheduled for Feb. 10 and Feb. 15. With Santorini declaring a state of emergency and tourist…
Cordelia Cruises Announces Expansion Plan
Cordelia Cruises said it is planning to expand, according to a press release. Following a board meeting in Mumbai, the company said it will increase capacity with the addition of two ships at approximately 2,000 guests each. “The board further decided, subject to regulatory approvals, to raise funding/capital through appropriate means of financing including an…
Alaska Set for Huge Cruise Season in 2026
The Alaska cruise market is set for an eventful season in 2026, with the arrival of newbuilds, the debut of new brands and the return of a cruise line. MSC Cruises is one of the three companies set to offer their inaugural seasons in Alaska in 2026. After repositioning from Europe, the MSC Poesia is…
Big Refits Making a Comeback in 2025
2025 will see various cruise ships undergoing significant refurbishments with the return of big drydock programs. Cruise Industry News looks at some of the key projects already announced for the year. For a complete overview of the global cruise ship drydock market, see the new 2025 Drydock and Refurb Report by Cruise Industry News. Norwegian…
Carnival Cruise Line Starts Year-Round Cruising From Norfolk
Carnival Cruise Line launched year-round cruising from Norfolk with Carnival Sunshine’s inaugural departure on Wednesday, Feb. 12. This marks the transition of Norfolk’s Half Moone Cruise Center from a seasonal port to a year-round homeport, accommodating 150,000 guests annually. Ahead of the ship’s first embarkation, Carnival Cruise Line Vice President of Port Operations David Candib…
Windstar Announces New Specialty Restaurant
Windstar Cruises announced the addition of Basil + Bamboo to its lineup of complementary specialty restaurants. According to a press release, the new dining option is part of the company’s commitment to providing exceptional culinary experiences to its guests. Blending Mediterranean and Asian cuisine, the venue is said to offer a fresh and vibrant alternative…
Pacific Explorer Sets Sail on Final Cruise for P&O Australia
The Pacific Explorer set sail from Fremantle on Friday to kick off its final voyage for P&O Cruises Australia. Sailing to Singapore, the 1997-built ship is now offering an 11-night repositioning cruise that features destinations in Indonesia and Malaysia. In addition to spending eight days at sea, the Pacific Explorer is set to visit Lombok…
MSC Cruises Welcomes First Call at New Miami Terminal
The, MSC Seascape arrived at the new MSC Miami Cruise Terminal on Saturday morning, marking a key milestone as the first ship to call at the state-of-the-art facility. The new terminal is capable of accommodating three ships at once, and will be able to handle 36,000 guests per day. The project is a partnership between…
Fincantieri Delivers Mein Schiff Relax in Monfalcone
Fincantieri has delivered the new Mein Schiff Relax to TUI Cruises, with the ship being handed over on Friday in Monfalcone. Fincantieri said in a press release that the vessel is the first of two InTUltion class new concept cruise ships that are dual fuel powered (Liquid Natural Gas and Marine Gas Oil) that Fincantieri…
Disney Cruise Line: Two Ships in Alaska for 2026
Disney Cruise Line unveiled summer 2026, exploring Alaska, Europe, The Bahamas and the Caribbean. The Disney Magic and Disney Wonder will sail seven-night voyages to Alaska from Vancouver, visiting ports like Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan, along with Dawes Glacier. The Disney Magic will also make stops at Icy Strait Point. It will mark the first…
Carnival Sunshine Sets Sail to Virginia After Drydock
The Carnival Sunshine is currently on its way back to North America after completing a drydock at the Chantier Naval de Marseille in France. After departing Europe in late January, the 1996-built ship is sailing toward its new homeport in Norfolk, where it is expected to arrive on Feb. 10, 2025. One day later, the…
Port Everglades Celebrates Double-Digit Growth
Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades is on course for a buoyant fiscal year in 2025, according to a press release. The port celebrated double-digit growth during the first quarter of its fiscal year, which extends between Oct. 1 and Dec. 31, 2024. Multi-day cruise ship calls increased by 25 percent, with 235 calls compared to 188…