Cruise news (curious-tagged)
- Accidents
Villa Vie World Cruise delays lead to self-paid hotel stays for passengers
Villa Vie Residences has reportedly declined to cover hotel and related expenses for passengers awaiting the delayed departure of its three-and-a...
September 12, 2024 - Accidents
Casino manager and crew fired in alleged US$100K chip scam on CCL ship Carnival Glory
A cruise ship casino manager and several crew members on CCL-Carnival Cruise Line's ship Carnival Glory were dismissed following an alleged scam in...
September 11, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Richard Branson officiates wedding ceremonies on Virgin Voyages’ Celebration Sailings
Sir Richard Branson expanded his role as Virgin Voyages celebrated 3 special couples during its recent Celebration Sailings. The week-long events...
September 10, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Germany secures financial lifeline for Meyer Werft with €200M stake
Germany brokered a deal to provide financial support for the shipbuilder Meyer Werft GmbH, a private company that recently secured a...
September 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Port Santorini (Greece) limits the number of visitors at the dock to 500
Santorini Island (Greece) has implemented new regulations to manage the influx of cruise ship tourists, limiting their number at the dock to 500 at...
September 3, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Global cruise shipping industry set to surge to $16.7 billion by 2031
The global cruise ship industry is projected to grow substantially, reaching an estimated US$16.7 billion by 2031, according to a report from Allied...
September 1, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Chelsea FC and MSC Cruises extend partnership
Chelsea FC has renewed its sponsorship agreement with MSC Cruises, one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing cruise lines. The partnership...
August 30, 2024 - Cruise Industry
ACL's newest ship American Liberty christened in Newport RI USA
ACL-American Cruise Lines has announced the christening of American Liberty (the newest/3rd vessel in the Coastal Cat series) in Newport, Rhode...
August 23, 2024 - Cruise Industry
RCI-Royal Caribbean's ship Star OTS to redefine family and luxury cruising in the Caribbean
RCI-Royal Caribbean International is set to enhance its presence in the Caribbean with the upcoming launch of the Star of the Seas, promising an...
August 22, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys to anchor EXPLORA II ship at Monaco Grand Prix 2025
Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, has announced that in 2025, its newest ship EXPLORA II will be docked at...
August 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
TUI Cruises ad banned by German court over misleading net-zero claim
A TUI Cruises advertisement has been prohibited by a German court for being misleading. The Regional Court of Hamburg ruled in favor of the German...
August 17, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Scenic Eclipse ship launches 3 wellness-themed cruises for 2024-2026
Scenic has introduced 3 Wellness Retreat Cruises aboard Scenic Eclipse ship, focusing on holistic well-being. These voyages offer a range of...
August 15, 2024 - Cruise Industry
RCI-Royal Caribbean's largest and newest ship Icon OTS unveils Lost Dunes mini-golf course
The "Lost Dunes" aboard RCI-Royal Caribbean's mega-liner Icon of the Seas is a meticulously crafted 9-hole miniature golf course part of the Thrill...
August 15, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Cunard's ship RMS Queen Mary 2 celebrates 20 years of Transatlantic cruises in Hamburg
On August 14th, RMS Queen Mary 2, the world's only operational Transatlantic ocean liner, marked 20 years of service. The vessel arrived this...
August 14, 2024 - Cruise Industry
MSC Cruises to feature in upcoming Formula 1 movie starring Brad Pitt
MSC Cruises will feature prominently in the forthcoming Formula 1 film “F1,” starring Brad Pitt and produced by Apple Original Films and...
August 10, 2024