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Celestyal’s plan to attract North Americans: Offer a new niche destination

This winter, Celestyal Cruises' fleet is sailing in a region that is far from mainstream for the typical American cruiser: the Arabian Gulf. But North Americans are the exact market that the cruise line wants to see more of, and as Celestyal doubles down on its efforts to draw them in, that means getting Americans on board for both its traditional itineraries through Greece and its newer … [Read more...]

Personal Navigators: Disney Magic 4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral – October 16, 2025

Personal Navigators and other details from the Halloween on the High Seas 4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral. The Disney Magic set sail from Port Canaveral, Florida on October 16, 2025. There are additional Personal Navigators from other sailings of this same itinerary for comparison. During this cruise, the ship was under the control of Marko Paas. The Cruise Director during the Continue … [Read more...]

Coast Guard Rushes to Cruise Ship Emergency — Here’s What Happened

The US Coast Guard evacuated a passenger sailing on Pacific World. The guest was suffering from septic shock, a life-threatening condition. The ship was sailing off the coast of Kauai at the time. Just nine days into a 107-day Global Voyage, a guest onboard Pacific World was evacuated from the ship as it sailed near Kauai, Hawaii. Pacific World is owned by Peace Boat, a Japan-based … [Read more...]

22 Basic Things Every First-Time Cruiser Should Know

Taking your first cruise is exciting… but can also be a bit confusing. Cruise travel is different than any other vacation. Even staying at a land-based all-inclusive resort — perhaps the most similar experience to a cruise — isn't anywhere near the same as a vacation on a ship. If you're wondering exactly what you can expect, we've detailed some of the basic things about cruising that we think … [Read more...]

Jill Whelan Christens Star Princess Tournament of Roses Float

Princess Cruises held a symbolic christening of its Rose Parade® float at Artistic Entertainment Services' Pasadena facility, where the float was built. The ceremony followed maritime tradition with the breaking of a bottle of Pantalones Organic Tequila and marked the float's introduction ahead of its New Year's Day debut in the Tournament of Roses Parade. Princess Cruises Celebration Ambassador … [Read more...]

Cruisers React as Tensions Grow in the Southern Caribbean

As tensions rise between the US and Venezuela, cruisers are wondering how their sailings could be affected. So far, at least two voyages from Norwegian Cruise Line have been changed as a result of the conflict. Some also worry that more nearby cruise destinations, such as Trinidad and Aruba, could also be impacted. As tensions between the US and Venezuela rise, cruisers are … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line Offering Free Upgrades During Christmas Sale

Carnival Cruise Line is offering a special holiday sale through Christmas that not only has cruises marked down by 40%, but it also includes free cabin upgrades. Carnival's Unwrap Fun with Holiday Cruise Savings runs for the next four days and offers some of the best deals of the year on Carnival cruises. This sale The post Carnival Cruise Line Offering Free Upgrades … [Read more...]

Personal Navigators: Disney Destiny 4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale – December 7, 2025

Personal Navigators and other details from the  4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale. The Disney Destiny set sail from Fort Lauderdale, Florida on December 7, 2025. During this cruise, the ship was under the control of Captain Andy McRonald. The Cruise Director during the sailing was Carly Scott.  For this sailing, the daily handouts are available in a single Personal Navigator Continue … [Read more...]

Warm Christmas Ahead? Carnival Shares Holiday Weather Outlook

Carnival's Amy Sweezey shared the holiday weather forecast that cruisers have been waiting for. Christmas Day should bring sunny and warm weather across the Bahamas and the Caribbean. No matter where cruisers are celebrating, it will surely be a wonderful holiday. Carnival cruisers who are dreaming of spending Christmas in paradise will be getting their wish. Carnival Weather … [Read more...]

Trafalgar Unveils New Christmas Market River Cruises

Trafalgar is getting into the holiday spirit with new Christmas market itineraries in 2026 and 2027. Trafalgar, which specializes in guided land tours, is launching its first European river cruise itineraries in the spring of 2026. Now, the company is unveiling its line-up of holiday voyages on the Rhine and Danube rivers. Trafalgar will have the 128-passenger Trafalgar Verity and the … [Read more...]

Princess Cruises Christens Star Princess Tournament of Roses Float With Celebration Ambassador Jill Whelan

Princess Cruises embraced a cherished maritime tradition in a uniquely festive way, celebrating a symbolic christening of its Rose Parade® float with a ceremonial break of a bottle of Pantalones Organic Tequila. The christening took place at the Pasadena facilities of Artistic Entertainment Services (AES), the acclaimed builder behind the float's intricate floral and signature design. This … [Read more...]

New rules from January: navigation restrictions for cruise ships in adverse weather

A reminder of new regulations as of January 1st 2026: Passenger vessels with a length greater than 150 meters, and carrying passengers, are prohibited from using certain waters when the forecast wind speed (10-minute mean wind) is 17.2 m/s or more. For particularly exposed waters, the Norwegian Coastal Administration is introducing navigation restrictions for passenger vessels over 150 metres in … [Read more...]

P&O Cruises Is Bringing Homeporting to St. Kitts

St. Kitts is taking a significant step in its evolution within the regional cruise industry, securing new homeporting operations that will shift the destination from a traditional port of call to a full embarkation and disembarkation hub. Tourism Minister Marsha T. Henderson announced that P&O Cruises, operating under the Carnival Corporation umbrella, will begin homeporting in St. Kitts. … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean Celebrates Milestone in New Headquarters Project

The Royal Caribbean Group recently celebrated a significant achievement in the development of its new headquarters located at PortMiami. According to a press release, the construction of Project Skyline is moving forward with the recent completion of the building's steel structure. The company noted that the milestone represents "a major step toward creating a modern, collaborative workplace … [Read more...]

Cruise giant Carnival plans Bermuda domicile

The world's largest cruise ship company wants to move its legal incorporation from Panama to Bermuda. Carnival Corporation and Plc, coming off of record profits and projecting an even better fiscal year ahead, has chosen Bermuda because it is "a jurisdiction widely recognised and aligned with international financial standards". Carnival, which declared full year net income of $2.8 billion on … [Read more...]