4 Apr 2025

Tourist Arrested in Japan for Carrying Firearm to Port

A 73-year-old tourist was taken into custody at Kobe Port Terminal after disclosing he had a gun in his luggage while preparing to board a cruise

Tourist Arrested in Japan for Carrying Firearm to Port
4 Apr 2025

Kenya Defends Tourism Sector Amid Safety Concerns

Kenya’s tourism industry are pushing back against what they describe as “misleading” reports related to an incident involving cruise passengers.

Kenya Defends Tourism Sector Amid Safety Concerns
3 Apr 2025

Margaritaville at Sea Reveals 2027 Cruise Itineraries

Margaritaville at Sea has announced its lineup for 2027 for the Margaritaville at Sea Islander, introducing the ship’s first-ever 8-night cruises

Margaritaville at Sea Reveals 2027 Cruise Itineraries
3 Apr 2025

Holland America Chef Makes Record Sushi Roll at Sea

Holland America Line announced its culinary team has created what it believes to be the longest maki sushi roll ever made at sea.

Holland America Chef Makes Record Sushi Roll at Sea
3 Apr 2025

American Cruise Lines Reveals 2025 Antiques Cruise

American Cruise Lines unveils plans for an Antiques Theme Cruise set to sail June 16, 2025, as part of its Maine Coast and Harbors itinerary.

American Cruise Lines Reveals 2025 Antiques Cruise
3 Apr 2025

Strong Winds Break Discovery Princess from Moorings in SF

The Discovery Princess broke loose from its moorings at San Francisco’s Pier 27 after powerful winds unexpectedly hit the area.

Strong Winds Break Discovery Princess from Moorings in SF
3 Apr 2025

Machete Gang Robs Cruise Tourists in Mombasa, Kenya

More than 50 assailants armed with machetes targeted cruise passengers visiting Mombasa, Kenya, robbing them of valuables including cash and jewelry

Machete Gang Robs Cruise Tourists in Mombasa, Kenya
2 Apr 2025

MSC Preziosa Begins Drydock in Rotterdam for Upgrades

After completing its winter season the MSC Preziosa has arrived at Damen Shiprepair in Rotterdam for scheduled drydock maintenance and upgrades.

MSC Preziosa Begins Drydock in Rotterdam for Upgrades
2 Apr 2025

Icebreakers Rescue Hanseatic Spirit Trapped Near Finland

A voyage aboard the Hanseatic Spirit took an unexpected twist when the cruise ship became stuck in dense sea ice near Kemi, Finland.

Icebreakers Rescue Hanseatic Spirit Trapped Near Finland
1 Apr 2025

AI Man Overboard System Debuts on Ambassador’s Ambition

Scottish tech firm Zelim introduces first AI-powered man overboard detection system on a cruise ship, marking a step forward in maritime safety.

AI Man Overboard System Debuts on Ambassador’s Ambition
1 Apr 2025

Seine Valley Groups Unite to Boost River Cruise Tourism

Rouen Cruises announces effort between tourism offices along Seine River Valley and Channel region to enhance cruise passenger and crew experience

Seine Valley Groups Unite to Boost River Cruise Tourism
1 Apr 2025

Riviera Travel Adds Festive and Food Cruises for 2026

Riviera Travel has broadened its 2026 cruise lineup with holiday-themed sailing and 3 culinary-focused itineraries across Europe’s iconic rivers.

Riviera Travel Adds Festive and Food Cruises for 2026
1 Apr 2025

MSC Reveals Retail Lineup for New Ship MSC World America

MSC has unveiled a wide-ranging retail experience for its upcoming ship, MSC World America, ahead of its Caribbean debut in April 2025 from Miami

MSC Reveals Retail Lineup for New Ship MSC World America
31 Mar 2025

Celebrity Cruises Drops Labadee Stops Through 2025 - 2026

Celebrity Cruises has announced the removal of several scheduled calls to Labadee, Haiti, from its itineraries between April 2025 and April 2026.

Celebrity Cruises Drops Labadee Stops Through 2025 - 2026
31 Mar 2025

Brazil Arrests Two Men for Cruise Ship Cocaine Smuggling

Brazilian Federal Police apprehended two foreign nationals after they allegedly attempted to smuggle 47 kilograms of cocaine aboard a cruise ship

Brazil Arrests Two Men for Cruise Ship Cocaine Smuggling