The Americas

Seabourn Ship Brings Medical Aid to Remote Chilean Island

When the Seabourn Pursuit called at Robinson Crusoe Island in Chile’s Juan Fernández Islands on April 4, it delivered more than just passengers.

An X-ray of a rib cage and chest

Explosion Near Panama Canal Bridge Kills One, Injures Three

A deadly explosion at a fuel storage and loading site near the Bridge of the Americas in Panama has left one person dead and three others injured.

A fiery explosion against a blue sky

Carnival Drops Tracy Arm Fjord From Alaska Cruises

Carnival Cruise Line has announced it will no longer be including Tracy Arm Fjord in its Alaska itineraries for the upcoming summer season.

The Tracy Arm fjord in Alaska

New Joint Venture to Develop Louisiana Container Terminal

Port NOLA, Ports America and Terminal Investment Limited, have formed a joint venture to operate a new container terminal in St. Bernard Parish.

The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA)

San Diego Port Lockdown Briefly Disrupts Cruise Ops

A bomb threat led to a temporary lockdown at the Port of San Diego on the morning of March 30, 2026, briefly interrupting cruise operations.

An aerial view of San Diego and its port and harbors

Brilliant Lady Bags First Panama Canal Transit for Virgin

Virgin Voyages’ Brilliant Lady has successfully completed its first transit through the Panama Canal, marking a milestone for the cruise brand.

A cruise ship transiting the Panama Canal

Coast Guard Ready for Great Lakes Ice Despite Vessel Shortage

The U.S. Coast Guard remains ready to support navigation through icy conditions on the Great Lakes, despite a shortage of available icebreakers.

Chicago on the shores of Lake Michigan which is covered in ice

PhilaPort Cruise Terminal Delayed Ahead of 2026 Launch

Construction of the new PhilaPort Cruise Terminal in Philadelphia, USA is experiencing notable delays, according to a report by 6 ABC Action News.

Close-up of the Norwegian Jewel cruise ship

MSC Poesia Enhances Spa and Fitness for Alaska Season

MSC Cruises announces upgrades to the fitness and spa facilities onboard MSC Poesia ahead of its first Alaska season, according to a press release.

The MSC Poesia cruise ship with a smaller sail boat in front of her bow

Newfoundland & Labrador Cruise Season to Span 197 Days in 2026

Cruise Newfoundland & Labrador in Canada has revealed its 2026 cruise schedule, which will run for a total of 197 days from April through October.

Ships moored at a port in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Two Ships Collide on Mississippi River, One Grounds

U.S. Coast Guard reports a collision between two vessels on the Mississippi River on March 23, which resulted in one of the ships running aground

A freighter on the Mississippi River

Crewmember Detained and Deported After Port Incident

A cruise ship crew member was reportedly deported from the US following an alleged shoplifting incident during shore leave at Port Canaveral.

Bird eye view of a police car sparked on the street

Humanitarian Aid Flotilla Departs Mexico for Crisis-Hit Cuba

A flotilla carrying essential supplies has set sail from Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula toward Cuba, as the island continues to face an energy crisis.

The Mexican and Cuban flags intertwined

Carnival Dream Returns to Galveston After Marseille Drydock

Carnival Dream is set to return to its homeport in Galveston after completing a 16-day drydock in Marseille, the company confirmed in a statement.

The Carnival Dream cruise ship in its homeport of Galveston, TX

Carnival Panorama Itineraries Adjusted for 2026 Sailings

Carnival has announced updates to several 2026 itineraries for the Carnival Panorama, confirming that 11 sailings will feature minor changes.

The Carnival Panorama cruise ship at sea

Ship Loses Containers in Pacific, Arrives at Long Beach

Container ship arrives at the Port of Long Beach after losing cargo during heavy weather in the Pacific, prompting action from the US Coast Guard.

The Port of Long Beach under a hazy sky

TUI Unveils Winter 2027-28 Sailings Including Saint Croix

TUI Cruises has revealed its Winter 2027-28 schedule, introducing a new destination to its itineraries: Saint Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

A beach at Frederiksted, St Croix in the US Virgin Islands

US Plans $1bn Deal Over Cancelled Wind Leases

US government is reportedly working on settlement of nearly $1 billion to compensate TotalEnergies for cancellation of two offshore wind leases.

An offshore windfarm

Norovirus Cases Reported on Princess Cruises’ Star Princess

A norovirus outbreak was reported aboard Star Princess, the newest and largest ship in the Princess Cruises fleet, during its most recent voyage.

A close up image of the Novovirus

Stowaway Fox Travels From UK to New York on Cargo Ship

A red fox that secretly boarded a cargo ship in Southampton has journeyed across the Atlantic and is now being cared for at New York's Bronx Zoo.

A red fox walking along a beach with the ocean in the background