Cruise News
Queen Elizabeth 2 opens bridge to public for first time
The Queen Elizabeth 2 is now offering a heritage tour that will take guests on a journey through the bridge – the command room used by the captain to control the ship during its days of service.
Cruz welcomes Costa Smeralda to Savona
Celebrations were held earlier in Savona for the naming ceremony of Costa Smeralda, Costa Cruises’ new flagship. The ship’s godmother and star of the event was international celebrity Penélope Cruz, who performed the ribbon-cutting duties with the traditional breaking of the bottle against the bow of the ship.
Amadeus Cara to debut in spring 2021
Amadeus River Cruises has assigned Dutch ship-yard DeHoop with the building of a new cruise ship for delivery in 2021.
DFDS reveals new Relax Lounge onboard Dunkerque Seaways
DFDS’ Dunkerque Seaways will be the first of the three ships on the Dover to Dunkirk route to reveal a number of new looks as part of a £3.9 million investment.
Scarlet Lady ready for Virgin Voyages debut in Miami
Construction on Scarlet Lady, the first vessel from Virgin Voyages, has officially been completed. Nearly three years in the making, the line formally welcomed Scarlet Lady to its fleet after departing the shipyard in Genoa, Italy.
Antigua signs with Royal Caribbean for new beach club
Royal Caribbean International has signed a partnership with the government of Antigua & Barbuda for the company’s first Royal Beach Club. With planning and development underway, the location is scheduled to break ground later this year.
Celebrity Apex completes first sea trial in France
Celebrity Apex has returned to the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France, following a successful first sea trial. The trial, in the Bay of Biscay near the shipyard, was overseen by more than 50 crew members, including engineers and nautical experts.
Ganges River Cruise with William Dalrymple - Steppes Travel & Ganges Voyager
Board the five-star Ganges Voyager on a 10-day river cruise into the heart of West Bengal. William Dalrymple, author and historian will join you onboard to share his knowledge of India and explore key regions mentioned in his latest book, The Anarchy.
Charles B. Robertson appointed chief executive of American Cruise Lines
Charles B. Robertson has been appointed chief executive of American Cruise Lines. The decision follows the recent death of his father Charles A. Robertson, who was the founder and chief executive of the organisation.
Baltic Sea reaches new cruise guest record in 2019
The cruise industry in the Baltic Sea continues to grow according to the latest Cruise Baltic Market Review. The research shows a record-breaking number of cruise guests visiting the region as well as an increase in the number of calls.
Coronavirus outbreak spreads onboard Diamond Princess
As many as 60 new cases of coronavirus have been recorded onboard Diamond Princess. The ship is currently in at the Daikoku Pier Cruise Terminal in Yokohama, south of Tokyo.
TUI shifts ownership of Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
TUI has agreed to sell its Hapag-Lloyd Cruises business to TUI Cruises, the joint venture the company operates with Royal Caribbean Cruises. The deal is valued at €1.2 billion.