23 Jan 2025

Nice Mayor Proposes Ban on Cruise Ships in Côte d’Azur Region

The Mayor of Nice has announced plans to ban cruise ships from the Nice-Côte d’Azur region starting July 1st according to French media reports.

Nice Mayor Proposes Ban on Cruise Ships in Côte d’Azur Region
22 Jan 2025

Iceland Introduces New Daily Fee for Cruise Passengers

Starting this year, Iceland has implemented a new "infrastructure fee" that impacts cruise ship passengers that is set at 2,500 Icelandic Krona.

Iceland Introduces New Daily Fee for Cruise Passengers
22 Jan 2025

Worker Injured in Knife Attack on Star Princess Cruise Ship

A 28-year-old Bangladeshi employee sustained injuries aboard the Star Princess, a cruise ship currently being built at the Fincantieri shipyard.

Worker Injured in Knife Attack on Star Princess Cruise Ship
21 Jan 2025

Norwegian Breaks Ground on New Pier at Great Stirrup Cay

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings and Bahamian officials celebrated a milestone with the groundbreaking of a new cruise pier at Great Stirrup Cay.

Norwegian Breaks Ground on New Pier at Great Stirrup Cay
21 Jan 2025

$100M+ Drydock Transformation for Allure of the Seas

Royal Caribbean is preparing for a major $100 million-plus drydock project for the Allure of the Seas this year with a 42-day drydock in Spain.

$100M+ Drydock Transformation for Allure of the Seas
21 Jan 2025

Jameson Black Barrel Bartender Series Returns with a Twist

Jameson’s Black Barrel Bartender Series is back for its fourth year - and this time, cruise ship bartenders can join in on the action

Jameson Black Barrel Bartender Series Returns with a Twist
20 Jan 2025

"Super Mario" Celebrates 1,000 Cruises with Royal Caribbean

Mario Salcedo, AKA "Super Mario," has reached an extraordinary milestone—his 1,000th cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of the Seas.

"Super Mario" Celebrates 1,000 Cruises with Royal Caribbean
20 Jan 2025

Carnival Pride Departs on 14-Night Panama Canal Cruise

The Carnival Pride has set sail from Baltimore on a 14-night voyage to the Panama Canal and Central America, departing Maryland on January 12.

Carnival Pride Departs on 14-Night Panama Canal Cruise
17 Jan 2025

Royal Caribbean Relaunches Artist Discovery Program for 2025

Royal Caribbean’s Artist Discovery Program is returning to the Caribbean, inviting regional artists to contribute to the upcoming Star of the Seas

Royal Caribbean Relaunches Artist Discovery Program for 2025
17 Jan 2025

Disney Cruise Line Cancels Disney Fantasy Sailings for Drydock

Disney Cruise Line has announced the cancellation of several Disney Fantasy sailings due to a change in the ship’s drydock schedule.

Disney Cruise Line Cancels Disney Fantasy Sailings for Drydock
16 Jan 2025

Abu Dhabi Unveils Cruise Crew Pass for Visiting Crew Members

The Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi has launched the Cruise Crew Pass, a program designed to offer discounts to cruise ship crew.

Abu Dhabi Unveils Cruise Crew Pass for Visiting Crew Members
15 Jan 2025

Bremerhaven Cruise Port Kicks Off 2025 Season Under GPH

Bremerhaven Cruise Port in Germany, which is managed by Global Ports Holding (GPH), has officially launched its 2025 cruise season.

Bremerhaven Cruise Port Kicks Off 2025 Season Under GPH
15 Jan 2025

AIDA Cruises Embarks on Largest Fleet Modernization Yet

“We are looking forward to the largest fleet modernization program in our company’s history,” said Steffi Heinicke, senior VP of guest experience

AIDA Cruises Embarks on Largest Fleet Modernization Yet
15 Jan 2025

Disney Plans Eco-Friendly Cruise Ships for a Greener Future

Disney announces plans for a series of smaller, eco-friendly ships with three of the four new vessels being approx 100,000 gross registered tons.

Disney Plans Eco-Friendly Cruise Ships for a Greener Future
14 Jan 2025

TUI Cruises Announces Exciting Music-Themed Voyages for 2025

TUI Cruises has revealed plans to offer music-themed cruises in 2025, featuring itineraries dedicated to iconic musical acts and genres.

TUI Cruises Announces Exciting Music-Themed Voyages for 2025