Cruise News
Princess Cruises Installs Innovative Food Waste Biodigesters Onboard New Flagship: Sun Princess
Power Knot Ocean, the market leader for onsite organic waste management solutions in the marine environment, announced today the successful deployment of 26 of its machines aboard Princess Cruises’ latest luxury cruise ship, the Sun Princess. The integration of Power Knot’s LFC biodigesters and WEP effluent pumps on board Sun Princess marks a significant stride toward sustainable waste management practices within the cruise industry.
Antarctica21 Unveils Plans for Magellan Discoverer, a Cutting-Edge Vessel Designed for Exploration
Antarctica21, leader in boutique Antarctic expeditions, has announced the construction of its latest vessel, Magellan Discoverer, set to join its fleet for the 2026-27 Antarctic season. The new vessel reflects the company’s commitment to excellence in small ship and specialist expeditions while strengthening its position in the premium segment of the Antarctic travel market.
Royal Caribbean Unveils Exciting Island Escapes for 2025-2026 Season
Royal Caribbean International announces its extensive lineup of island-hopping vacations for the 2025-2026 season, featuring cruises departing from seven U.S. cities. These adventures cater to diverse preferences, offering 5- to 12-night voyages across the Caribbean, The Bahamas, and even destinations in New England and Canada.
ANDBEYOND AND QUARK EXPEDITIONS LAUNCH A TASTE OF THE WILD LIFE: A MASTERCLASS WITH KRIS TOMPKINS
Conservation-led luxury travel company andBeyond has partnered with Quark Expeditions to expand their operations to a fourth continent. Together, the partners have created A Taste of the Wild Life; A Masterclass with Kris Tompkins. Brought to you by andBeyond and Quark Expeditions, with Kris Tompkins, the 18-night land and sea adventure gives travellers an intimate glimpse into what is being done to protect the exceptional landscapes and wildlife inhabitants of Chile and Argentina, as well as the Antarctic Circle. The trip also offers an opportunity to gain first-person insight into the events described in the documentary A Wild Life, which tells the story of Kris and Douglas Tompkins and the contributions that they have made towards nature conservation in South America.
Carnival Corporation Orders Fourth Excel-Class Ship for Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Corporation & plc, the world’s largest cruise company, has announced it has signed an agreement with leading German shipbuilder Meyer Werft to build a fourth Excel-class cruise ship for its namesake Carnival Cruise Line brand. The ship, the 10th Excel-class ship in the corporation’s fleet across four of its world-class brands, is expected to enter service in Spring 2027.
CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE TO HONOR MUSIC ICON GWEN STEFANI
Carnival Cruise Line announced today that global music superstar Gwen Stefani will be honored as the godmother of Carnival’s new flagship, Carnival Jubilee, at a naming ceremony and celebration in Galveston, Texas on Saturday, Feb. 24.
Norwegian Cruise Line: Sailing to Success
In the world of luxury travel, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has long been a prominent name, offering unparalleled experiences on the high seas. In 2023, NCL achieved a significant milestone by clinching the prestigious title of Europe’s Leading Cruise Line at the World Travel Awards. This esteemed recognition underscored NCL’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and delivering unforgettable journeys to passengers from around the globe.
Cunard report new January booking records
Cunard has reported that during January 2024, it has booked more guests than any equivalent period in the last decade.
10 Most Common Cruise Questions Revealed
10 Most Common Cruise Questions Revealed With the busy ‘Wave’ sales period under way, Iglu Cruise is receiving thousands of queries by phone, via chat and on social media. With demand for cruises booming, and many cruisers researching their very first sailing, Iglu Cruise reveals their top ten most common questions from customers.
Royal Caribbean Partners with Inter Miami CF as Official Jersey Sponsor for 2024 Season
Royal Caribbean International has become the Official Jersey Partner of Inter Miami CF, one of the Major League Soccer (MLS) teams. Starting from the 2024 season, Royal Caribbean’s logo will feature prominently on Inter Miami’s jerseys.
Holland America Line Adds More Epic ‘Legendary Voyages’ in 2025-2026
Holland America Line is unveiling four new “Legendary Voyages” including a rare roundtrip 45-day cruise from New York to the Mediterranean and a unique 28-day exploration of the South Pacific Islands.
Jason Liberty, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group, Named Chairman of CLIA
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading authority of the global cruise industry, today announced that Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty has been appointed Chairman by its Board of Directors. Liberty succeeds Pierfrancesco Vago, executive chairman of MSC Cruises S.A. who served in the role since January 2021.