Cruise News
MSC CRUISES TO HOST NAMING AND CELEBRATORY SAILING FOR MSC WORLD AMERICA IN MIAMI
MSC Cruises, the world's third largest cruise line, announced today that it will host the naming ceremony for its newest flagship—MSC World America—on the evening of April 9, 2025 at the company's new PortMiami terminal.
AdventureSmith Explorations Unveils Insider Tips for Securing Affordable Arctic Expedition Deals
AdventureSmith Explorations, a leading small-ship adventure cruise provider, shares expert tips on obtaining the best deals for Arctic expeditions. With increased interest in Arctic travel and expanded expedition ship capacity, AdventureSmith advises travelers on cost-saving strategies. Recommendations include exploring higher-tier cabins for potential discounts, opting for triple or quad cabins for group travel, and considering solo cabin options to avoid single supplements.
Holland America Line's 2025-2026 Mexico and Pacific Coast Seasons Offer Rare Cruises
Holland America Line opened its 2025-2026 Mexico and Pacific Coast seasons, including longer calls at unique ports like Mexico's Loreto and Topolobampo, and a new seven-day Great Bear Rainforest itinerary — a rarely cruised route that reveals the beauty of British Columbia, Canada. Cruises run from August 2025 to May 2026 and range from one day up to a 29-day Collectors' Voyage.
From Pickleball to Archery, Cunard Reveals Queen Anne Daytime Activities
With less than 50 days to go until Queen Anne's maiden voyage, Cunard has revealed some of the new deck games that guests can play aboard its newest ship.
Disney Cruise Line Offers Worldwide Adventures
Disney Cruise Line will sail to fan-favorite destinations in summer 2025, offering unforgettable family vacations around the world. Itinerary options include tropical getaways to The Bahamas and Caribbean from Florida, adventures of grandeur in Alaska and, for the first time ever, European sailings to the Mediterranean and Northern Europe on board the Disney Fantasy.
Dubrovnik Wins Europe's Leading Cruise Destination Award at World Travel Awards 2024
As part of the prestigious World Travel Awards ceremony 2024, held on March 6th in Berlin, Dubrovnik earned recognition in the category of Europe's Leading Cruise Destination 2024. Following three awards received at the World Travel Awards in 2023, Dubrovnik has once again been declared the leading European cruising destination. The city first won this award in 2021, followed by another win in 2023
AdventureSmith Expands Sailing Routes for 2024
AdventureSmith Explorations introduces a new sailing route in Indonesia, providing travelers with enhanced opportunities for immersive cultural experiences and wildlife encounters. Departing from Flores Island, the 9-day trip aboard traditional Indonesian sailing vessels offers a compact yet robust itinerary, featuring close encounters with Komodo dragons, whale sharks, and volcanic landscapes.
Star Clippers Announces Grenada as Brand New Home Port as Winter 25/26 Itineraries Revealed
The specialist cruise company has disclosed that tall-ship, Star Clipper, will depart from St George's in Grenada throughout selected itineraries in the new winter 2025/26 season. The new sailings will be of longer duration and showcase multiple brand new ports of call.
Abu Dhabi, Dubai, regional maritime tourism authorities form ‘Cruise Arabia’ alliance
The maritime and tourism authorities of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain and Oman have formalised the Cruise Arabia alliance. This regional partnership will promote the Arabian Gulf as a global cruise ship destination.
Swan Hellenic Launches Three New Cruises in Africa and South America
The pioneer of cultural expedition cruising, Swan Hellenic, has launched three new cruises in Africa and South America. Choose between the Atlantic Archipelago & Desert Dunes (Dakar to Casablanca), Moorish Splendours and Iberian Charms (Casablanca to Lisbon) and Exploring South America (Barbados to Brazil) all on luxury ship, SH Vega.
Copenhagen is Europe's Leading Cruise Port in 2024
At a ceremony in Berlin on March 6th, 2024, the port in Copenhagen was announced as Europe's Leading Cruise Port 2024 by the World Travel Awards.
Emirates and AIDA Cruises Extend Partnership, Elevating Dubai’s Maritime Tourism Status
Emirates and AIDA Cruises have extended their partnership for an additional two seasons, solidifying Dubai’s status as a leading maritime tourism hub. Signed during ITB Berlin, the renewed collaboration aims to enhance Dubai’s cruise capacity and strengthen its position as a key destination for winter cruising.