A 58-year-old pastor from Minnesota has passed several weeks after a fall and near-drowning on Sun Princess. Stephen Junker was paralyzed in the incident and evacuated in Naples, but was flown back to the US for further treatment. Junker's death is the latest unfortunate incident to plague Sun Princess, following debut delays, cancelled features, and a crew member overboard. A … [Read more...]
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After 20 Years of Cruising, These Are 15 Things We Stopped Doing (And What We Do Now Instead)
We took our first cruise together in January 2007 on the original Legend of the Seas, and in the nearly 20 years and 100-plus sailings since, a lot of the cruise advice we once followed religiously is outdated. Some changed because the cruise lines' policies have evolved over the years. Others changed because two decades of sailing have taught us better. Either way, here's the 15 things we stopped … [Read more...]
Disney Cruise Line Alerts Guests to Cruise Terminal Change
Disney Wish will be using two different terminals at Port Canaveral for her 3-night sailing departing Friday, September 11, 2026. The ship will depart from Cruise Terminal 10 but will dock at Cruise Terminal 8 when she returns on Monday, September 14. Cruise terminal construction may be a factor in the change for Disney Wish's embarkation and debarkation schedule. It can be hectic … [Read more...]
Holland America Line Cancels Cruises to Move Up Ship’s Renovation
This past spring, Holland America Line announced its largest fleet upgrade ever, a $500 million project called Holland America Evolution that will upgrade and add new features to six cruise ships. Oosterdam was the first ship to receive these upgrades in late 2027. Now, Holland America Line has canceled a few cruises to move the The post Holland America Line Cancels Cruises to Move Up Ship's … [Read more...]
AIDAperla Breaks Free and Hits Quay, Cruise Cut Short
Strong winds in Le Havre, France, caused AIDAperla to break away from her berth and make contact with the quay on September 8, as shown in witness videos shared on social media. No injuries were reported, and tugboats helped return the ship to her berth before technicians began inspecting the vessel. AIDAperla missed her scheduled September 9 call in Zeebrugge, and it remains unclear … [Read more...]
MSC Cruises Is Adding a Soda Bar on New Cruise Ship
When MSC Cruises' newest ship, MSC World Asia, debuts later this year, it will have more than 40 bars, lounges, and restaurants, including five brand-new immersive bar concepts. MSC World Asia will be the third World class ship from MSC Cruises, the largest class in their growing fleet. It will feature a total of 13 The post MSC Cruises Is Adding a Soda Bar on New Cruise Ship appeared first on … [Read more...]
Margaritaville at Sea Brings New Flagship Beachcomber to Galveston in 2027
Margaritaville at Sea's newest ship, Beachcomber, will sail from Galveston, Texas, beginning in October 2027. The ship will offer diverse Caribbean, Mexico, and Bahamas itineraries, including Margaritaville's first-ever call to Veracruz, Mexico. Beachcomber features multiple new experiences and an industry-first live music venue designed by Zac Brown. Margaritaville at Sea is quickly … [Read more...]
MSC World Asia Gets Five New Bars Including 1980s Soda Bar
MSC Cruises has unveiled five new bars and lounges that will debut aboard MSC World Asia. The new venues include a throwback soda bar, the futuristic Sky Box Bar, an Italian aperitivo lounge, a Philippine-inspired pool bar, and a cocktail bar serving drinks inspired by Asian flavors. MSC World Asia will begin sailing 7-night Mediterranean cruises on December 4, 2026, visiting ports in … [Read more...]
A Gluten-Free Cruise? One Luxury Trip Is Cutting ALL Gluten From Food Onboard
In what is being called an industry first (and we have no reason to doubt it!), Oceania Cruises has announced that it will host an entirely gluten-free sailing. A special 12-day sailing aboard Oceania Vista will be completely gluten-free across the ship. Image courtesy of Oceania Cruises Yes, according to the cruise line every onboard venue and restaurant will "offer entirely gluten-free menus." … [Read more...]
Southwest N.S. port of call for six cruise ships this fall
The first of six cruise ships scheduled to stop in southwestern Nova Scotia will be arriving Sept. 9 in Shelburne. The Seabourn Ovation, carrying about 500 passengers, will be spending the day in the historic seaside town. It is scheduled to arrive at 8 a.m. and depart at 4 p.m. Passengers will be tendered ashore at Dock Street. "It's exciting for us," said Jessica Dyer, executive co-ordinator … [Read more...]
Man Faces 5 Years in Prison Over Cruise Ship Bomb Threat
Daquan Lamont Smith has been federally indicted for making a threat against passengers aboard a cruise ship in December 2025. The ship was not specified, but Smith's recorded threat said he was on a cruise from the Bahamas with a bomb on the boat and the intention to blow it up. If convicted the 20-year-old Smith could face up to five years in federal prison under US federal law. A … [Read more...]
Margaritaville Will Sail Four- to Seven-Night Cruises From Galveston
Two weeks ago, Cruise Fever reported that the board of trustees at the Port of Galveston voted to approve Margaritaville at Sea to sail from the port sometime in 2027. Today, the cruise line announced that its next new ship, Beachcomber, will offer four- to seven-night cruises from Galveston to the Western Caribbean and The The post Margaritaville Will Sail Four- to Seven-Night Cruises From … [Read more...]
Oceania Cruises® Announces Industry’s First Entirely Gluten-Free Ocean Voyage
Oceania Cruises today announced the industry's first entirely gluten-free ocean voyage. Sailing aboard Oceania Vista® in 2028, the groundbreaking journey will invite guests to experience the full breadth of the line's renowned culinary program without the need to navigate menus, question preparation practices or worry about cross-contact. Departing May 31, 2028, the 12-night roundtrip voyage from … [Read more...]
Croisieurope Announces 2027 Cruise Program Featuring A New Ship On The Amazon, An Extended Season In Europe Plus New & Extended Worldwide River & Ocean Itineraries
Europe's largest river cruise operator, CroisiEurope, has released details of its 2027 program which features over 170 river, canal and ocean itineraries on 50 ships, sailing on 43 waterways in 38 countries. On sale now, the comprehensive program of itineraries covers river cruises, ocean and coastal cruises, the canals of France and Belgium, themed cruises, long-haul and exotic destinations as … [Read more...]
‘World’s Longest Cruise’ Officially Sets Sail on 371-Day Journey Visiting More Than 220 Ports
Explorations by Oceania's unique sailing aboard the 'Regatta' offers travelers the opportunity to book shorter eight-day sailings or the full world cruise visiting six continents. Explorations by Oceania's Regatta ship departed from Rome on Tuesday, Sept. 1, officially beginning its 371-day all-inclusive journey with stops at more than 220 ports around the world, according to Australian travel … [Read more...]
Starboard and Azamara Cruises Debut First-Ever Cruise Retail Shopping Rewards Program
New Azamara Shopping Rewards Elevates the Guest Experience Through Retail Rewards Integration that Extends Beyond the Voyage Itself. Starboard, the company reimagining retail for the world's leading vacation brands, and Azamara Cruises, the global leader in Destination Immersion®, today announced the launch of Azamara Shopping Rewards, a first-of-its-kind shopping rewards program. Powered by Open … [Read more...]
Personal Navigators: Disney Dream 7-Night Northern Europe Norwegian Fjords DVC Member Cruise from Southampton – August 31, 2026
Personal Navigators and other details from the 7-Night Northern Europe Norwegian Fjords Cruise from Southampton. The Disney Dream set sail from Southampton on August 31, 2026. During this cruise, the ship was under the control of Captain Robert Olmer. The Cruise Director during the sailing was Jimmy Lynett. For this sailing, the daily handouts are available in a single Personal … [Read more...]
Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Reveals Summer 2028 Season
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has announced 52 European voyages aboard Evrima and Ilma for Summer 2028, sailing from late April through October. The season will include two new ports of call, Gijón, Spain, and Portovenere, Italy, along with expanded itineraries in the Greek Isles and Adriatic aboard Ilma. Voyages will range from four to nine nights, with departures from Rome, Monte Carlo, … [Read more...]
Carnival’s Cruise Director Schedule for Cruises in 2026-2027
Carnival Cruise Line has some of the best cruise directors that you'll find on any cruise ships in the world. They help put the Fun in "Fun Ships" and greatly enhance Carnival cruises. Here is Carnival's updated cruise director schedule. The following dates came directly from Carnival Cruise Line, but as always, they are subject The post Carnival's Cruise Director Schedule for Cruises in … [Read more...]
Princess Cruises Invites Elite Members to Enter “Share Your Princess Story” Contest for the Opportunity to Experience the 2027 Rose Parade®
Princess Cruises is inviting Princess Captain's Circle Elite members to enter the "Share Your Princess Story" contest for a chance to ride aboard the cruise line's floral float in the 138th Rose Parade® presented by Honda on January 1, 2027, in Pasadena, Calif. Four winners will each receive a trip for two and the opportunity to "sail" down Colorado Boulevard on Princess' float; entries are open … [Read more...]