Cruise Industry News Ship Updates & Breaking Reports

Norwegian Cruise Line has moved Norwegian Aura's debut forward by 19 days due to an expected early delivery. Two new Mediterranean cruises, lasting 10 and 9 nights, have been added ahead of the previously announced May 21 inaugural sailing. The May 21 voyage remains scheduled, although its status as the ship's maiden cruise has changed and previously announced port adjustments remain … [Read more...]

Guests on the October 10 sailing of Disney Treasure will be testing onboard wristbands instead of Key to the World cards. Disney Cruise Line is clear that this is a test only and is not the beginning of a confirmed transition to wearables only. The ship wristbands cannot be used at other Disney experiences, but DisneyBand+ wristbands can and will be permitted on the cruise. Guests … [Read more...]

A woman was reported overboard from Royal Caribbean's Odyssey of the Seas early on October 9, 2026, while sailing in the Mediterranean. The cruise ship reversed course to search the area, with passengers reporting assistance from the Greek Coast Guard, nearby vessels, and a helicopter. The ship is currently on a 7-night Greek Isles voyage from Rome, with a scheduled visit to Naples on … [Read more...]

Virgin Voyages has replaced all three scheduled ports on Brilliant Lady's October 10, 2026 departure from Los Angeles due to two Pacific storms. The seven-night Mexican Riviera cruise will instead visit Santa Barbara, San Diego, and Ensenada, Mexico. This is the third consecutive sailing aboard Brilliant Lady affected by storms, with further disruptions possible as storms continue to … [Read more...]

Carnival Radiance will not visit Cabo San Lucas as planned on Friday, October 9 but will instead return directly to Long Beach, California. The cancelled port visit is due to the forecast track of Tropical Storm Rachel which the ship has to cross in order to return to the US. By cancelling the visit, Carnival Radiance can stay ahead of the roughest weather and return to Long Beach for … [Read more...]

Disney Cruise Line's October 7 reveal of Disney Believe has drawn criticism from fans disappointed by repeated onboard concepts. Some fans are questioning the return of Frozen, Inside Out, Haunted Mansion, and Marvel experiences already featured elsewhere in the fleet. Others have welcomed new additions, including the Encanto stage production and several newly themed lounges. Disney … [Read more...]

Whether you are new to cruises or have set sail many times, you might be wondering, are cruises safe? After all, nobody wants to risk injury or worse while enjoying their vacation. This is why we have provided this in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at cruise ship safety.  As you will discover, all cruise lines have a moral and legal obligation to ensure the safety of all passengers they are … [Read more...]

Carnival Freedom has finished her dry dock and will resume service with an 8-night Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona departing October 9, 2026. During the 35-day refurbishment, the ship received her new funnel as well as a redesign of the casino, refreshed retail spaces, and the new bow crest. Carnival Cruise Line has also opened the ship's 2028-2029 sailings from Norfolk, Virginia, … [Read more...]

As Tropical Storm Isaias gains strength over the Gulf of Mexico and is expected to become a Category 1 hurricane, Carnival Cruise Line has begun sending communications to warn guests. The cruise line is currently monitoring the developing storm for six vessels across 12 sailings, including current sailings and upcoming departures. The cruise line has sent letters to guests onboard and text … [Read more...]

Disney Cruise Line revealed the homeport and new onboard experiences for Disney Believe during a livestream event on October 7, 2026. The Wish Class vessel will debut from Port Everglades on December 18, 2027, before sailing regular 4- and 5-night Bahamas and Caribbean cruises. New features will include the first-ever stage adaptation of Encanto, along with newly themed restaurants … [Read more...]

A cruise guest had to pay $1,100 in damages after breaking a car window on Bay Street in Nassau, Bahamas. The guest had been blocking traffic for ATVs when a car attempted to pass, and the guest broke the car's window. Cruise lines require guests to comply with all local laws at the ports they visit, and guests are subject to fines or other penalties if they break those laws. One … [Read more...]

P&O Cruises has unveiled its winter 2028/29 collection, featuring calls to 130 destinations worldwide between November 2028 and March 2029. New offerings include expanded Canary Islands options, a longer Grand Tour sailing, and additional Mediterranean and Morocco itineraries. Arcadia's final winter season with P&O Cruises will feature an enhanced World Cruise before the ship … [Read more...]

P&O Cruises' Arcadia will transfer to Holland America Line in 2029, expanding the cruise line's fleet from 11 to 12 ships. The transfer is part of a wider Carnival Corporation fleet reshuffle that will also see Cunard's Queen Anne move to P&O Cruises in 2029. Both vessels are set to undergo refurbishments before sailing under their new brands. Carnival Corporation is mixing … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line has confirmed which ships in the fleet currently have non-smoking casino sections or annexes. A total of 14 ships have non-smoking casino options, though some guests feel the spaces are still too small. It is possible that upcoming new ships will have non-smoking casino sections, but Carnival Cruise Line has not yet confirmed that feature. With more and more … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line has made two changes to its Minor Guest Policy for all bookings created on or after October 1, 2026. All guests ages 15-20 must be booked in a stateroom no more than three cabins away from their responsible relative or guardian. The cruise line now requires an adult chaperone for every five minors instead of one for every eight young cruisers. Carnival Cruise Line … [Read more...]

Disney Cruise Line held the coin ceremony and keel-laying for Disney Believe at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany on September 29, 2026. The specially minted coin to bring good fortune to the ship features Tinker Bell, matching the previously revealed bow character for the vessel. An upcoming livestream event on October 7, 2026 is expected to reveal Disney Believe's … [Read more...]

A claim has been filed against Scarlet Lady for €400,000 following the cruise ship snapping her lines and hitting a catamaran in Rhodes on September 30, 2026. The catamaran's owner has alleged damage and potential loss of revenue as the catamaran now needs inspections and repairs before returning to service. Scarlet Lady was permitted to depart Rhodes on time on October 1 after an … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean has added two new Hero of the Seas cruises beginning August 1, 2027, moving the ship's passenger debut forward by 10 days. The new sailings include a 7-night Western Caribbean cruise on August 1 and a 3-night Perfect Day CocoCay getaway on August 8. Guests booked on the previously scheduled August 11 inaugural sailing can switch to an earlier cruise without change fees … [Read more...]

Carnival Spirit required repairs while in Hawaii and is delayed in returning to Seattle, which pushes back her October 8 embarkation by a full day to October 9. The next cruise, a 16-night (now 15-night) repositioning sailing from Seattle to Mobile, is shortened by a day and the visit to Cabo San Lucas is cancelled. No change has been made to the ship's full Panama Canal transit on … [Read more...]

MSC Cruises and Royal Caribbean Group have begun construction on a new cruise terminal at Naha Port in Okinawa, Japan. The terminal will be developed and operated by Cruise Port Naha G.K., a joint venture representing the interests of the two cruise companies. Construction is expected to be completed in March 2028, when the new terminal is also targeted to begin operations. A new … [Read more...]