Cruise News
Seabourn announces the Wunambal Gaambera Traditional Owners as godparents of Seabourn Pursuit
Seabourn makes milestone moment as first cruise line to appoint aboriginal traditional owners as godparents
Royal Caribbean's 2025-26 Season: Anthem and Voyager of the Seas in Australia
Royal Caribbean announces Anthem of the Seas' Australian debut and Voyager of the Seas' return for the 2025-26 season. Explore Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific from Sydney and Brisbane.
Bert Hernandez Named Brand President of Silversea
Royal Caribbean Group have announced that Barbara Muckermann will depart Royal Caribbean Group after 14 years with Silversea to pursue other opportunities, and effective immediately, Bert Hernandez will succeed her as president of Silversea
Bartlett Leads Major Drive to Boost Cruise Tourism at Seatrade Cruise Global 2024
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett has disclosed several important productive outcomes from a series of high-level stakeholder engagements at Seatrade Cruise Global 2024 in Miami, Florida, the industry’s premier annual event. The conference was held from April 8-11.
MSC CRUISES AND CHANTIERS DE L'ATLANTIQUE MARK TWO IMPORTANT MILESTONES
MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l'Atlantique marked two important milestones today in the construction of the innovative World Class ships, MSC World America and MSC World Asia, during a press conference at Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami.
Tourism Malaysia Strengthens Commitment to the Global Cruising Industry
Malaysia is setting its sights on the cruise tourism industry for the upcoming Visit Malaysia 2026. In 2023, Malaysia witnessed unprecedented cruise arrival figures, with its ports welcoming 1,055 cruise ships carrying 1,520,608 passengers—an 84.78% rise in ship arrivals and a 62.43% increase in passenger numbers compared to 2019 pre-pandemic rates.
Windstar Cruises Welcomes Two New Ships to Fleet Including First Star Class Newbuild
Windstar Cruises, a leader in small-ship luxury cruising, is excited to announce the expansion of its fleet with the addition of two all-suite motor yachts, Star Seeker and Star Explorer. The first of the two ships, new-build Star Seeker which is currently being constructed in the WestSEA shipyard, is expected to be delivered in December of 2025, followed by Star Explorer in December, 2026.
APT launches Small Group Journeys brand
As it approaches its centenary, APT continues to innovate its touring product with the launch of a brand-new Small Group Journeys travel style.
Award-Winning Actress & Performer Hannah Waddingham to Serve as Godmother of Stunning Sun Princess
Award-winning actress and performer Hannah Waddingham will serve the time-honored, maritime tradition as the official Godmother of Princess Cruises' newest "Love Boat" Sun Princess. The star-studded naming ceremony will take place at the Port of Barcelona on April 23, 2024.
Travel Promoters welcomes the Zambezi Queen Collection by Mantis
Travel Promoters is delighted to extend a warm welcome to the Zambezi Queen Collection by Mantis, joining its portfolio of “properties with personality”. Located on the great Chobe River that borders Namibia and the Chobe National Park in Botswana, the Zambezi Queen Collection is made up of four houseboats; the ever-elegant Zambezi Queen and her three Chobe Princesses, as well as the intimate and secluded Ichingo Chobe River Lodge, set above the flowing waters of the Chobe River on Namibia’s Impalila Island.
Minister Bartlett Leads Jamaica’s Delegation at Seatrade Cruise Global 2024 in Miami
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett departed the island this morning for Miami, Florida, to lead Jamaica’s delegation at Seatrade Cruise Global 2024, the cruise industry’s premier annual event. The conference, which runs from April 8-11, is expected to draw over 10,000 attendees and more than 600 exhibitors. It serves as a critical platform for stakeholders to engage on the most pressing issues and advancements shaping the cruise tourism sub-sector.
Holland America Line Becomes First Global Cruise Line to Receive International Seafood Certification
Holland America Line is elevating its award-winning dining experience by becoming the first global cruise line to receive both Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) and Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certifications. The two organizations serve as the most credible standards worldwide for certified seafood.