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Royal Caribbean Debuts America’s Got Talent Show at Sea

Royal Caribbean to introduce new stage production inspired by the television series America’s Got Talent aboard Legend of the Seas in August 2026

The America's Got Talent logo on a starry background

Dockworker Protest Blocks Access to Port of Maceió

Access to the Port of Maceió was disrupted Wednesday after dockworkers organized a protest that blocked traffic ahead of MSC Seaview's arrival.

The MSC Seaview cruise ship docked in a port

Virgin Voyages Moves New York Sailings to Brooklyn

Virgin Voyages has announced that its cruises departing from New York City will begin sailing from the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal starting April 6.

Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Lady cruise ship at sea

Warning of Bridge Strike Risk on Washington's Columbia River

Leaders in Columbia River shipping industry warn the likelihood of a large vessel colliding with the Lewis and Clark Bridge between is increasing.

The Lewis and Clark bridge over the Columbia River at sunset

MSC Divina Crew Rescue Distressed Boat Near Honduras

Crew members on MSC Divina helped rescue people from a vessel in distress late last night while the cruise ship was sailing near Roatán, Honduras.

The MSC Divina cruise ship moored in a port

MSC Musica Expands South America Homeports for 2026

MSC Cruises says it will operate the MSC Musica from three additional homeports during its 2026–27 winter season in Brazil and South America.

The MSC Musica criuise ship

Port of Long Beach Launches Children’s Environmental Book

The Port of Long Beach releases new children’s book, Soleil the Sea Lion Explores the Green Port, written by the port’s media relations manager.

The Port of Long Beach under a brown cloudy sky

Acapulco Welcomes Oceania Vista's 1,108 Guests with Ceremony

The cruise ship Oceania Vista docked in Acapulco, Mexico on Monday morning with the 1,108 passengers treated to a dockside welcome ceremony.

An aerial view of the beach at Acapulco, Mexico

American Cruise Lines Unveils Columbia & Snake Rivers Voyage

American Cruise Lines announces 15-night Grand Columbia and Snake Rivers Cruise set to launch in May 2027, according to a company press release.

The Snake River winding its way through Oregon

Power Outage Delays Carnival Sunshine in Norfolk, VA

Carnival Sunshine’s return to its homeport of Norfolk, VA USA was postponed on Sunday, March 1, 2026, after a temporary power failure onboard.

The Carnival Sunshine cruise ship at sea

Vancouver Cruise Port Set for Record 2026 Season

The Port of Vancouver prepared to welcome its first cruise call of 2026 when the Disney Wonder arrived at Canada Place on Thursday February 26th.

The Carnival Splendor cruise ship at the Vancouver Cruise Terminal

US Targets Iran Shadow Fleet With New Sanctions

Amid rising tensions in the Middle East and mounting US military pressure on Iran, Washington introduces new sanctions aimed at Iran’s shadow fleet.

The flag of Iran

Lindblad Help Giant Tortoises Return to Floreana After 100 Years

For the first time in over a century giant tortoises are reintroduced to Floreana Island in the Galápagos National Park, partly helped by Lindblad.

A Giant Tortoise in the Galapagos

Carnival Conquest Returns to Miami After Refit

Carnival Conquest is back in Miami following a 12-day drydock at the Grand Bahama Shipyard, Carnival Cruise Line confirmed in a statement.

The bow of the Carnival Conquest ruise ship

Fire Contained on Bulk Carrier at Port of Vancouver

A blaze erupted aboard a bulk carrier on the evening of February 18 while the vessel was alongside and discharging cargo at the Port of Vancouver.

The Port of Vancouver in Canada

Oregon Drafts Offshore Wind Roadmap With Multiple Paths

US state of Oregon releases draft offshore wind roadmap that maps out four possible development scenarios along its deepwater Pacific coastline.

The Oregon coastline showing mountains and view out towards the Pacific ocean

MSC Cruises Becomes Wynn Las Vegas Loyalty Partner

Wynn Las Vegas appoints MSC Cruises as exclusive cruise benefits partner for its tiered Wynn Rewards loyalty program, according to MSC statement.

An MSC cruise ship sailing in front of the Las Vegas strip

Princess Launches 2026 Cruise Deals for USA's 250th

Princess Cruises introduces offers on its 2026 sailings to Alaska, Hawaii, Canada and New England to mark the United States’ 250th anniversary.

The Royal Princess cruise ship at sea at sunset

Holland America Unveils 26-Day Inca Coast Voyage

Holland America Line introduces a new 26-day itinerary aboard Nieuw Amsterdam, departing Vancouver on October 7, 2027, and concluding in Chile.

A close up of a Holland America Line cruise ship

AIDA Cruises to Debut at Celebration Key in 2027 with AIDAluna

AIDA Cruises is set to make its first-ever visit to Celebration Key on November 15 2027, according to the company’s published deployment schedule.

The AIDAluna cruise ship moored between two palm trees