Cruise news (small cruise lines-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
Ponant Explorations Group acquires majority stake in Aqua Expeditions
The France-based Compagnie du Ponant, a major luxury expedition cruise company, acquired a majority stake in Aqua Expeditions/fleet. Renowned for its...
January 17, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Ambassador Cruise Line and CFC merge to form the Ambassador Group
The British company Ambassador Cruise Line and the French company Compagnie Francaise de Croisieres (CFC) announced a merger, establishing the...
January 9, 2025 - Cruise Industry
SunStone Ships and CMHI China launched final INFINITY Class vessel Douglas Mawson
On November 29th, the Florida USA-based cruise shipowner SunStone Ships (subsidiary of SunStone Maritime Group) launched Douglas Mawson - the 7th and...
December 2, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Oceanwide Expeditions triumphs in Weddell Sea despite challenging ice conditions
The expedition vessel mv Ortelius has successfully navigated the challenging waters of the Weddell Sea, enabling tourists to visit the emperor...
November 27, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Albatros Expeditions joins CLIA to strengthen industry presence
Albatros Expeditions/fleet officially joined CLIA/Cruise Lines International Association, enhancing its presence within the broader expedition travel...
November 15, 2024 - Cruise Industry
World's largest sailing ship Orient Express Corinthian combines art deco elegance with modern...
The first of the two Accor Group-owned/Orient Express Silenseas-operated newbuild ships is scheduled to launch in June 2026, charting courses...
November 14, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Sea Cloud Spirit ship scheduled for roundtrip cruises from Venice in 2025 summer
Sea Cloud Cruises/fleet will introduce on its flagship Sea Cloud Spirit a new series of 9-night roundtrips from Venice (Italy) in summer 2025. For...
October 27, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Heritage Expeditions introduces unique itineraries to Japan and the Philippines for 2025-2026
The New Zealand-based, family-owned expedition travel company Heritage Expeditions/fleet has launched its Authentic Small Ship Expedition...
October 21, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Oceanwide Expeditions introduces free onboard internet for Antarctic 2024-2025 season
Oceanwide Expeditions/fleet, a leading operator in the polar expedition cruise industry for 30+ years, has announced the introduction of...
October 14, 2024 - Accidents
Villa Vie Odyssey finally sets sail after 4-month delay
The Villa Vie Odyssey finally departed from Belfast (Northern Ireland) on Monday night (September 30th) after a 4-month delay but encountered further...
October 4, 2024 - Accidents
Villa Vie Odyssey remains anchored after 2 failed departure attempts
Villa Vie Odyssey ship, stranded in Belfast for 4 months, remains anchored off Northern Ireland's coast after 2 unsuccessful departure attempts for...
October 3, 2024 - Accidents
CFC cancels early 2025 cruises for €15M refurbishment of Renaissance ship
CFC-Compagnie Francaise de Croisieres has announced the cancellation of all cruises aboard its vessel Renaissance for a 2-month period in early 2025...
October 2, 2024 - Accidents
Villa Vie Residences' ship Odyssey departs Belfast on Around The World Cruise
There was a modest display of applause and cheers of “hip, hip hooray” as the announcement was made that the cruise ship Villa Vie...
October 1, 2024 - 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 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions opens 2026 itineraries with Solar Eclipse cruises and new solo cabins
Aurora Expeditions, renowned for its responsible small-ship exploration, has unveiled its 2026 Arctic and Beyond season, expanding its offerings to...
September 9, 2024