Norwegian Viva Debuts in Puerto Rico

Norwegian Cruise Line celebrated the arrival of its second Prima Class ship, the new Norwegian Viva, toSan Juan, Puerto Rico, for a season of Caribbean sailings through April 2024. Now through March 2024, the Norwegian Viva, will homeport in San Juan and offer port-intensive seven-day Caribbean voyages, allowing guests to wake up each day in...


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15 Convenient Tampa “Park and Cruise” Hotels (Highly Rated)

With Tampa cruise hotels that offer parking for guests, you can save some serious cash on your vacation. Parking at the Port of Tampa, while relatively affordable compared to other ports, can still cost a significant amount. The official port lots are extremely convenient (right across from the terminal), but costs around $16 per day. […]


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Celebrity Cruises Starts Biggest Caribbean Season Yet

Celebrity Cruises has started its 2023-24 Caribbean season. With nine ships sailing the region, this is the cruise line’s biggest Caribbean season so far, according to a press release.  The itineraries range from new three-night short getaways to 12-night vacations. In addition, select sailings will call on the Perfect Day at Coco Cay, providing access...


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Four Cruises With Stunning Views of the April 2024 Eclipse

For skywatchers, April 8, 2024 is a major date. Following an annular eclipse that occurred in October 2023, April 8 marks a second event in just six months. However, this time it will be a total solar eclipse. During that day, the moon will pass between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the Sun. The […]


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Virgin Voyages Launches Wave Offer and New Ports of Call for 2025

Virgin Voyages announced the launch of its most inclusive offer ever along with introducing 21 new ports for the summer of 2025 across Iceland, Italy, Scotland, Ireland, the Caribbean and more, the company said in a press release. Between now and Jan. 31, guests can book a voyage for one and get 70 percent off...


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Fred. Olsen Crew Members Receive Service Awards

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ crew have received Norwegian Ship Owners Association Medals for their long service at sea. Eight crew members have amassed over 270 years’ worth of service onboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines ships, according to a press release. “Our crew are a vital part of everything that we stand for and they are...


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Carnival Corp. Schedules Year-End Earnings Call

Carnival Corporation has scheduled a conference call with analysts for Thursday, December 21, 2023, at 10 a.m. (EST); 3 p.m. (GMT) to discuss the company’s fourth quarter financial results which are expected to be released that morning. The release and call will concentrate on the company’s fourth quarter and full-year earnings, as well as lay...


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Royal Caribbean Names Soccer Star Messi as “Icon” of its Newest Ship

If you’ve followed any news about Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, then you know that the cruise line is going big with the new ship. It’s the newly crowned largest cruise ship on the planet (but doesn’t sail with passengers until January 2024), offers a full-fledged waterpark, new neighborhood concepts, and an experience that […]


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Hurtigruten Announces Capital Injection

Hurtigruten Group AS has announced a refinancing with the injection of 185 million euros in new liquidity combined with loan and interest payment extensions to 2027 and 2029. The Group stated that the transaction will significantly strengthen its balance sheet and serve as an important step towards enabling it to implement the strategic objectives of...


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Virgin Voyages’ Resilient Lady Set Sail on Aussie MerMaiden Voyage

Virgin Voyages’ Resilient Lady has officially departed on its Aussie MerMaiden voyage, the company announced in a press release. The adults-only cruise ship set to sail from Melbourne on Dec. 11, bound for the Bass Strait on a five-day journey to Tasmania. Leaving from the ship’s local homeport, passengers made their way to Hobart for...


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Villa Vie Residences Purchases Braemar from Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

As first reported by Cruise industry News, Villa Vie Residences has made it official and purchased the Braemar from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines for its residence cruise start up. The 1992-built ship will be renamed Villa Vie Odyssey. The company said the 924-passenger, 24,344-ton vessel will enter service in May 2024 following the completion of...


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Viking Announces Opening of 2026 European River Season

Viking announced that the 2026 European river season is now open for reservations. “Our guests are curious travelers who are interested in history, art and culture, which is why Europe remains our most popular destination,” said Torstein Hagen, chairman of Viking. “The idea of a modern river voyage is still new to many, even to...


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What We Know About Carnival’s Celebration Key in 2024

If you aren’t familiar with Carnival’s Celebration Key, that’s going to change quickly. The popular cruise line first announced the new private destination back in 2022. And while it will still be some time until the spot welcomes its first guests, expect the excitement to only grow as more is shared about Celebration Key. Still, […]


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Windstar Announces New VP of Marketing and New Creative Director

Windstar Cruises announced two new additions to its team with Patricia Gonzalez joining as vice president of marketing and Dane Neal Cox assuming the role of creative director. “We are confident that Patricia and Dane’s contributions will have a significant impact on our continued success,” said Windstar’s Chief Commercial Officer Janet Bava. “We look forward...


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Princess Cruise to Offer Its Largest Ever Americas Program in 2025-26

Princess Cruises today introduced its 2025-26 Americas season. According to a press release, the program will be the largest ever offered by the company in North America and will be headlined by its newest ships, the Sun Princess and the Star Princess. The LNG-powered vessels will sail seven-day Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from Port...


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Cunard Previews Queen Anne’s New Indian-Themed Restaurant

Cunard has given a preview of Aranya, the new Indian-themed restaurant that is set to debut onboard the Queen Anne in May 2024. According to a press release, the immersive dining experience featured a three-course meal for VIP guests and was held in The Verandah onboard the Queen Victoria, while the ship was docked in...


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Azamara Announces $2,000 Wave Season Offer

Azamara is giving travelers up to $2,000 off per stateroom on select sailings between April 1 and December 31, 2024, when booked between December 6, 2023, and March 21, 2024. Azamara’s Extended Destination Days give travelers more time in port to explore and expand their horizons, according to a press release.  Travelers can save on...


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How Much Drinks Cost on a Cruise

If you’re thinking of taking a cruise, then you’re likely picturing yourself poolside, a beer or cocktail in hand, getting some sun, and having fun. Truth is, that’s actually a pretty accurate representation of a cruise — especially the part about having a drink in your hand. Drinks, whether alcoholic or not, are a major […]


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December Update: Here Are the Latest Five Cruise Ship Moves

Cruise Industry News looks at the key cruise ship moves that took place between November and early December. For a full accounting of cruise ship transactions, see the Secondhand Market Report by Cruise Industry News. Margaritaville at Sea Islander Capacity: 2,100 guests Tonnage: 86,000 Year built: 2000 Former names: Costa Atlantica Move: To be Operated...


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Phoenix Reisen Reportedly Chartering Celestyal Cruises’ Ship

Phoenix Reisen is reportedly chartering the Celestyal Journey following a delay on Amera’s drydock revitalization. According to Schiff und Kreuzfahrten, the Celestyal Cruises vessel is set to take over part of Amera’s upcoming world cruise, which was scheduled to sail from Germany on Dec. 21, 2023. Undergoing a major modernization project in Poland since September,...


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Robin Lindsay Named Commodore of NCLH Cruise Fleet

Robin Lindsay, executive vice president and newbuild for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, was honored by being named a commodore of the Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings fleet during the christening ceremony for Regent’s new Seven Seas Grandeur held in Miami on Sunday night. He was named commodore of the fleet, which encompasses the Norwegian, Regent and...


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Serenade Sets Sail on Royal Caribbean’s 274-Day Ultimate World Cruise

The Serenade of the Seas set sail from PortMiami on Sunday on Royal Caribbean International’s Ultimate World Cruise. Featuring over 150 ports of call in 60 countries and seven continents, the 274-night global voyage is also the company’s longest ever cruise. Before returning to Miami in September 2024, the unique itinerary includes visits to many...


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Sun Princess to Debut Love by Britto Dining Experience

Princess Cruises announced it is teaming up with artist Romero Brittonto to create Love by Britto, an artistic-inspired dining experience celebrating “Love” aboard the Sun Princess. Located on deck 17, Love by Britto showcases the artist’s designs against the backdrop of a boutique restaurant. The new dining experience features a menu curated by Master Chef...


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The 5 Closest Beaches to the Nassau Cruise Port (Free to Visit)

Picture a cruise to The Bahamas and one of the first images that will come to mind is a white sand beach with electric blue water. But if you’re visiting Nassau, which is one of the most visited cruise ports in the world, you might be surprised that you don’t see any beaches at all […]


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Carnival Cruise Line to Raise Wi-Fi Prices

Carnival Cruise Line is increasing the price of its onboard Wi-Fi packages starting on Dec. 8, 2023. According to emails sent to booked passengers, the company’s three different internet plans will see different pricing increases. The individual Social Package will see its pre-cruise purchase price go from $12.75 per day to $15.30 per day. For...


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Explora I Visits Curacao for the First Time

Explora Journey’s Explora I visited Curaçao for the first time earlier this month. Sailing its inaugural season in the Caribbean, the luxury vessel arrived in Willemstad for an overnight call on Dec. 1, 2023. To mark the maiden call, a special ceremony was held onboard the ship. According to Curaçao Port Authority (CPA), the event...


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Intellian and Iridium to Develop Global Maritime Distress and Safety System

Intellian Technologies and Iridium Communications announced the development of a new Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) satellite services terminal, according to a press release. Planned for late 2024, the GMDSS service terminal will use the Iridium network, supported by a constellation of 66 cross-linked L-band satellites in Low Earth Orbit, to enhance the...


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Ambassador Swaps Ships After Drydock Delay

Ambassador Cruise Line is adjusting its 2023-24 winter program following an unexpected delay in Ambience’s routine drydock. Previously set to offer a 38-night cruise to the Caribbean, the Ambition will now take over most of the itineraries scheduled to depart onboard the Ambiance through the end of the year. “We have reluctantly taken the decision...


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Windstar Cruises Launches ‘Pick Your Perk’ Offer

Windstar Cruises has launched its holiday season WAVE sale – Pick Your Perk, valid from now through February 29, 2024. Guests can take advantage of the special offer and pick their perk: one free hotel night (which can be used pre- or post-cruise) or up to $1,000 onboard credit, which can be used for Windstar’s...


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Silversea Enhances Groups Program, Introduces Super Advantage Tier

Silversea has enhanced its groups program, providing travel partners with the opportunity to increase revenues and grow commissions, according to a press release. The company has introduced a new Super Advantage tier on group bookings, which allows the eighth guest to sail for free when seven guests pay the full fare on select sailings. The...


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Wärtsilä Introduces Four Methanol Engines

Wärtsilä is introducing another four methanol engines to its portfolio, the company announced in a press release. According to Wärtsilä, the introduction sets a new industry benchmark with the broadest methanol engine portfolio currently on the market. In addition to the Wärtsilä 32 methanol engine launched last year, Wärtsilä will add the Wärtsilä 20, Wärtsilä...


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Coral Expeditions Brings Back Circumnavigation of Australia in 2025

After its inaugural Circumnavigation of Australia in 2022, Coral Expeditions announced a new “Australia’s Coastal Legend” expedition onboard the Coral Adventurer in October 2025, according to a press release.  Departing Cairns on October 17, 2025, the 60-night itinerary will include 48 excursion experiences dispersed around the coastal landscape of Australia. Guests will be accompanied by...


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Royal Caribbean’s 274-Night “Ultimate World Cruise” Sets Sail This Weekend

On Sunday, December 10, the “most epic world cruise ever to set sail” departs on the start of a massive 274-night journey from Miami. Dubbed the “Ultimate World Cruise” by Royal Caribbean, the trip was first announced more than two years ago.  While around-the-world cruises are more common than you likely think, this trip is […]


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Norwegian Dawn Heading to UAE for the First Time

The Norwegian Dawn will be calling to and sailing from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the first time starting on Dec. 13, 2023. The Norwegian Cruise Line cruise ship will operate sailings that range from seven to 20 days, the company said in a press release. Offering guests multiple embarkation ports, the itineraries sail...


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Seabourn Announces ‘Sail of the Year’ Event

Seabourn announced its exclusive annual “Sail of the Year”, featuring savings and benefits on select voyages, according to a press release. Seabourn’s exclusive “Sail of the Year” event is available now until February 29, 2024, and includes: Savings of up to 25 percent on select voyages; A reduced 15 percent deposit on those same select...


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BVPA Welcomes Norwegian Prima For Inaugural Call

The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) welcomed Norwegian Cruise Line’s Prima for the first time on December 6, 2023. In collaboration with the Tortola Pier Park, British Virgin Islands Tourist Board (BVITB) and local ship agent Island Shipping Trading, the port commemorated the ship’s inaugural visit with a plaque exchange ceremony. The ceremony took...


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San Diego to Further Enhance Cruise Ship Shore Power Capability

The Port of San Diego is adding more shore power connectivity at its B Street cruise ship terminal to improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions on and around San Diego Bay, according to a press release. At its meeting on December 5, 2023, the Board of Port Commissioners awarded a $676,273 equipment purchase...


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12 Big Differences Between Celebrity Cruises and Royal Caribbean

What’s the difference between sailing a cruise on Royal Caribbean and a trip on Celebrity? To be sure, any cruise you take will have plenty of similarities, but despite being owned by the same company (Royal Caribbean Group), there is plenty that’s different between these two cruise lines. That means just because you’re a fan […]


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MHA Symposium at Sea Deemed a Success on Norwegian Viva

The Marine Hotel Association (MHA) wrapped up its 2023 Symposium at Sea event on the Norwegian Viva, as the new ship returned to PortMiami on Wednesday, Dec. 6 after a sailing to the Bahamas. MHA members participated in panel discussions and speed networking on the ship over four days, as Norwegian Cruise Line hosted the...


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MSC Updates 2024 Summer Cruises on Opera and Musica

MSC Cruises today announced new summer 2024 deployment for MSC Musica in the Western Mediterranean. The new program replaces the ship’s cancelled sailings that included Haifa in Israel as a result of the ongoing geopolitical situation. The ship will now operate seven-night sailings from the Italian port of Civitavecchia to Genoa, Cannes, Barcelona, the Spanish...


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American Cruise Lines’ Longest River Cruise Sold Out

American Cruise Lines announced that the longest river cruises in history, the 61-day Great United States, and the 35-Day Civil War Battlefields cruise, are now sold out for 2024. Both itineraries are sailing for the first time in 2024. The 61-day Great United States itinerary explores 20 U.S. states (sailing August 16 to October 14),...


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Atlas Sets Record Booking Week During Black Friday Sale

Atlas Ocean Voyages announced its strongest booking week ever during the recently-concluded Black Friday Sale. The “Second Guest Sails Free” campaign and a diverse mix of expedition itineraries through early 2025 resonated with travelers, the company said in a press release, resulting in a record-breaking booking week. “We are thrilled with the overwhelming response to...


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Everything About Riding the Ferry from Nassau to Paradise Island (Atlantis)

Headed into Nassau for a cruise? If so, you’re no doubt looking for something fun to do. While there are a number of things to do in Nassau, one of the most popular things is to take the ferry to head to Paradise Island. Located across the channel from the cruise piers, you’ll notice Paradise […]


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Silversea Unveils First Full Summer Season in French Polynesia for 2026

Silversea has announced its first-ever full summer season in French Polynesia with 17 voyages onboard the Silver Whisper. Now available for an exclusive pre-sale, the cruises were added as a response to strong guest demand, the luxury cruise line said in a press release. Sailing in the region between April and September 2026, the Silver...


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SeaDream Announces New Ports, Longer Cruises

SeaDream Yacht Club launched its 2026 Mediterranean sailings, featuring seven new ports of call and its first 14-day itineraries. “Our meticulously curated itineraries and carefully selected ports of call provide our guests with the opportunity to experience slow travel at its best. The yachting difference allows you to discover new ports and iconic destinations with...


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Global Entry Program Expands to PortMiami

PortMiami has become the first seaport to host a Global Entry Enrollment Center. According to a press release issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the new center was introduced on Dec. 1 and aims at assisting the traveling public with completing new and renewal applications. CBP officers staffing PortMiami Global Entry Enrollment Center...


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Viking to Build 10 More Riverboats for Europe

Viking today announced it will welcome an additional 10 Viking Longships to its river fleet in the coming years. To meet strong demand for European river voyages, eight of the new vessels will sail Viking’s popular itineraries on the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers, while two additional Viking Longships will join the fleet on the...


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Carnival Jubilee Officially Joins Fleet as it Prepares to Sail From Galveston

There’s big news for Carnival… literally. The popular cruise line announced that it was officially welcomed its newest ship — Carnival Jubilee — during a ceremony at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany. Measuring roughly 180,000 gross tons, Jubilee is the third of the Excel-class ships to be built for the Carnival fleet. joins Mardi […]


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GPH Connects Shore Power for Cruise Ships in Valletta

Global Ports Holding (GPH) celebrated the successful integration of shore power at Valletta Cruise Port, its subsidiary. According to a press release, the milestone is a significant stride towards environmental sustainability and holds immense importance for both Valletta Cruise Port and GPH. On Dec. 1, 2023, the Viking Saturn became the first-ever cruise vessel to...


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MSC Cruises Winter 2023-24 Deployment Breakdown

MSC Cruises is set for another strong program in 2023-24. With a global footprint, the deployment marks the first winter season of the new MSC Euribia and record-breaking capacity in several regions. The Caribbean will see a total of six MSC ships. In addition to larger vessels, such as the 2021-built MSC Seashore, the region...


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