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Carnival Corporation Expands Surplus Meal Donation Program to the Dominican Republic
Carnival Corporation, the world's largest cruise company, today announced the expansion of its surplus meal donation program to the Dominican Republic, marking the second Latin American country to join the company's initiative to safely redirect prepared, unserved meals to local communities where its ships visit.
The rise of the 'cool-cation': colder destinations for travellers this summer
As record-breaking temperatures continue to dominate headlines across Europe and beyond, Brits are increasingly rethinking what they want from a summer holiday. Instead of chasing the hottest destinations, many travellers are embracing the rise of the "cool-cation".
Havila Voyages offer £400 per cabin on-board credit
Havila Voyages has launched a new booking campaign offering up to £400 worth of on-board credit per cabin on cruises departing from October to December 2026. Guests booking the Round Voyage between now and the end of August will qualify for the full amount, with a Voyage North or Voyage South earning them £200 credit per cabin, based on two sharing.
Uncorking More Adventure: Sail Croatia Adds Wine Cruises for Summer 2026
Sail Croatia has added two additional ‘Wines of Croatia’ cruises for this summer, taking the total number of departures to eight. Operating on the company’s Elegance fleet, the themed cruises are designed to immerse guests in the natural, cultural and historical sights of Croatia, whilst also allowing them to buff up their wine knowledge.
WTTC Encourages Barcelona to Reconsider Proposed Cruise Tourist Tax Increase
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has expressed concern over proposals to increase Barcelona's tourist tax on short-stay cruise passengers, warning that the measure could weaken the city's competitiveness and have unintended consequences for the local economy.
AmaWaterways reveals first look at AmaRudi, Europe's largest river cruise ship
AmaWaterways today unveiled the first details and renderings of AmaRudi, its highly anticipated second double-width river ship scheduled to debut on the Danube River in spring 2027. Building on the groundbreaking design of AmaMagna, which redefined expectations for river cruising when it launched in 2019, AmaRudi will stand alongside its sister ship as the largest river cruise ship in Europe. Designed to accommodate just 196 guests in 98 staterooms and suites, the new vessel will offer an extraordinary amount of personal space, multiple dining venues, expansive wellness amenities and thoughtfully designed public spaces inspired by the destinations along the Danube River.
What’s new from Uniworld: Record bookings, new Super Ships, and luxurious land-based adventures
Luxury river cruise line Uniworld Boutique River Cruises is riding a wave of record demand from UK travellers, with bookings for 2026 up 32% year-on-year and 2027 bookings already 63% ahead of the same point last year. The growth comes as Uniworld launches a host of new experiences, ships and itineraries for 2026 and 2027, including a brand-new generation of Super Ships, a new series of luxury cruise-and-tour holidays, and an inaugural programme of immersive, land-based journeys around the world in partnership with sister brand, Luxury Gold.
Registration Opens for the Cruise Industry’s Only Official Conference in the Caribbean and LATAM
The cruise industry is now open for business, as registration is officially open for the FCCA Cruise Conference and Trade Show, the only official cruise conference taking place in the Caribbean and Latin America, as well as the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association’s (FCCA) keynote and only open registration event allowing any attendee to target about 100 high-level cruise executives during an agenda featuring workshops, networking functions, one-on-one meetings, and more.
Cunard unveils 2027 programme of world-class entertainment
Cunard has unveiled its 2027 entertainment programme, headlined by the return of four acclaimed Event Voyages on board Queen Mary 2 and a new line-up of exclusive Entertainment Residencies across its iconic fleet. Developed in partnership with some of the world's leading cultural organisations, the 2027 line-up on board the world’s only ocean liner brings together award-winning theatre, ballet, classical music and literature. Guests can enjoy immersive performances, workshops and exclusive access to world-renowned artists at sea.
FCCA PAMAC opens in Puerto Plata this week
One year after Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association’s (FCCA) Platinum Members and cruise industry executives gathered in Aruba, the FCCA PAMAC Destination Summit returns this week in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. Scheduled for June 23–26, the annual event will bring together destination stakeholders and senior cruise leaders for strategic meetings, networking and collaboration aimed at strengthening partnerships and advancing cruise tourism throughout the Caribbean and Latin America.
Cruise Regulations Reshape Santorini
Under newly tightened cruise ship regulations in Santorini, Canaves Collection is offering a timely perspective on what this shift means for the island, its visitors, and the future of thoughtful tourism in the Cyclades. After years of concern from local hoteliers and stakeholders around the pressure of daily cruise arrivals, new measures are now in place, including an 8,000-passenger daily cap (down from 17,000) and a €20 peak-season passenger fee. For a destination long defined by its caldera views, local craft, family-run hospitality, and small-scale island life, the change marks an important step toward a calmer, more considered visitor experience.
Cunard hosts first dedicated homeworker fam trip aboard the world’s only ocean liner, Queen Mary 2
Cunard has hosted its first dedicated fam trip exclusively for homeworkers on board the world’s only ocean liner as it strengthens engagement with the homeworking sector. 21 travel agents embarked on the five-night voyage on board flagship, Queen Mary 2 from Southampton on 5 June, sailing to Le Havre and Cherbourg. The fam trip formed part of Cunard's wider homeworker strategy, designed to immerse agents in the Cunard experience to deepen understanding of the brand, making it easier for agents to confidently bring that story to life for their clients and become long-term brand ambassadors.