Cruise news (UK-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
Fred Olsen's ship Balmoral to undergo drydock refurbishment at A&P Falmouth UK
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines’ ship Balmoral will enter drydock in December for a 2-week refurbishment at A&P Falmouth, part of the APCL Group...
November 19, 2024 - Cruise Industry
SeaDream Yacht Club expands presence in the British Isles with 2027 itineraries
SeaDream Yacht Club, renowned for its boutique yacht travel experiences, has announced an expanded presence in the British Isles for 2027. The new...
November 18, 2024 - Accidents
Le Commandant Charcot icebreaker’s visit to Lerwick halted by adverse weather
The season's final cruise ship call at Lerwick was canceled due to adverse weather, despite the vessel's classification as a polar exploration ship...
November 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Virgin Voyages rolls out new incentives and popular perks for travel advisors
The UK-based premium adults-only cruise line Virgin Voyages is further enhancing its support for travel agents (known as First Mates) by introducing...
November 17, 2024 - Accidents
100+ passengers file claims after Norovirus outbreaks on P&O UK’s ship Ventura
100+ passengers have filed compensation claims after experiencing illness during voyages on P&O Cruises UK's ship Ventura. Legal representatives...
November 17, 2024 
Fred Olsen’s 2026 summer itineraries feature Solar Eclipse cruises and Freedom Fare Promise
The UK-based Fred Olsen Cruise Lines has unveiled its 2026 summer itineraries departing from Rosyth, offering a Freedom Fare Price Promise to early...
November 12, 2024- Cruise Industry
Riviera rebrands as Riviera Travel, unveiling new expansion plans for North America
The UK-based Riviera River Cruises/fleet has initiated a rebranding in North America, adopting the name "Riviera Travel" to align with its...
November 12, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Construction begins on first new Mersey ferry in 6+ decades
Construction is progressing on the first new ship for Mersey Ferry (River Mersey service in northwest England UK) in 6+ decades at the Cammell Laird...
November 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Saga Cruises UK unveils immersive Winter 2026 itineraries with all-inclusive shore excursions
The UK-based Saga Cruises has unveiled a fresh collection of itineraries for Winter 2026, now featuring inclusive excursions at every port. New...
November 7, 2024 - Accidents
Refit delays force Marella UK to cancel Discovery 2 ship’s “Spanish Flavours” cruise
Marella Cruises announced the cancellation of a scheduled voyage of Marella Discovery 2 ship due to an extended drydocking at Navantia Shipyard in...
November 5, 2024 - Cruise Industry
P&O UK's ships Arvia and Britannia set sail from Southampton for winter 2024-2025 Caribbean cruises
Two P&O Cruises UK vessels - Arvia and Britannia, left Southampton England en route to the Caribbean, marking the start of winter season 2024...
November 3, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Virgin's ship Brilliant Lady scheduled for Pacific Northwest and Alaska cruises in 2026
Virgin Voyages’ newest vessel - Brilliant Lady, will conclude her inaugural North American season with a selection of 17 new itineraries...
October 30, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Spirit of Tasmania IV heads to Leith (Scotland) due to Baltic Sea ice concerns
The first of two new ferries for Spirit of Tasmania, completed at RMC/Rauma Marine Constructions in Rauma Finland, will soon set sail - not for...
October 29, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Ceuta Port hosts first-ever double cruise berthing (ships Spirit of Discovery & Villa Vie Odyssey)
Port Ceuta (Spanish Morocco) marked a significant milestone by accommodating simultaneously two cruise ships - Spirit of Discovery and Villa Vie...
October 24, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Ambassador Cruise Line UK unveils 2026-2027 itineraries with expanded departures
Ambassador Cruise Line UK has officially launched its 2026-2027 season, offering a range of affordable, no-fly itineraries from March 22nd, 2026, to...
October 23, 2024