Cruise news (Royal Caribbean-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
RCI-Royal Caribbean's Utopia OTS celebrates christening voyage from Port Canaveral
RCI-Royal Caribbean International's newest ship - Utopia of the Seas, is at Port Canaveral, Florida, today for her christening voyage. Following...
July 15, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Nassau Cruise Port to develop $35M waterpark complex
The Nassau Cruise Port is planning a US$35 million waterpark complex to enhance its family-friendly amenities, distinguishing itself within the...
July 13, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Port Canaveral welcomes world's second-largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean's Utopia OTS
Port Canaveral (Florida, USA) has welcomed a significant new addition to its lineup. The world’s second-largest cruise ship, RCI-Royal...
July 12, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Galveston Port proceeds with $160M bond offering amid hurricane recovery
Port Galveston (Texas USA) is proceeding with its US$160 million bond offering on July 16th, despite the interruption caused by Hurricane Beryl on...
July 11, 2024 - Accidents
Royal Caribbean's ship Rhapsody OTS delivers critical aid to Grenada after Hurricane Beryl
An RCI-Royal Caribbean International ship is scheduled to dock in Grenada today, July 9th, to deliver essential relief aid following Hurricane Beryl...
July 9, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Meghan Trainor to serve as godmother to Royal Caribbean's newest ship Utopia of the Seas
GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter Meghan Elizabeth Trainor has been appointed the Godmother of RCI-Royal Caribbean’s newest ship - Utopia...
July 6, 2024 - Accidents
RCI-Royal Caribbean's ships change itineraries due to Hurricane Beryl
Several major cruise lines have adjusted their itineraries due to the impact of Hurricane Beryl. The Category 4 storm, currently moving through the...
July 3, 2024 - Accidents
Engine fire/power loss accident on Royal Caribbean's newest and largest ship Icon of the Seas
On Tuesday, June 25, a fire was reported on RCI-Royal Caribbean International’s largest ship Icon of the Seas. According to Nathaniel...
June 26, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Dominicana projects 3+ million cruise ship tourists by 2024
Authorities project that Dominicana will surpass 3 million cruise passengers by 2024, driven by the expansion of port infrastructure to accommodate...
June 25, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Galveston and MSC Cruises announce $140M terminal development
A recent announcement by Galveston Wharves and MSC Cruises (the world's third-largest cruise shipowner) marks a significant milestone in the...
June 16, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Keel laid for Celebrity Cruises' 5th Edge-series vessel, Celebrity Xcel
The keel laying ceremony for Celebrity Cruises’ 5th Edge-series ship took place at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard (in Saint...
June 14, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Utopia of the Seas delivered to RCI-Royal Caribbean
RCI-Royal Caribbean International has officially taken delivery of its newest vessel, Utopia of the Seas. The ceremonial event took place at the...
June 14, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Silversea names Silver Ray (second NOVA Class ship)
Silversea has officially named Silver Ray, the second vessel in its innovative NOVA Class, marking Bert Hernandez's first naming ceremony as the new...
June 13, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Royal Caribbean and Carnival extend casino benefits to land-based players
Casino enthusiasts setting their sights on the open ocean can now reap loyalty rewards that extend well beyond the confines of their cruise vessels...
June 5, 2024 - Cruise Industry
RCG-Royal Caribbean Group introduces industry-first Loyalty Status Match across all brands
RCG-Royal Caribbean Group has announced a significant enhancement to its guest experience by introducing a Loyalty Status Match program across its 3...
June 1, 2024