Cruise Industry
Cape Verde expands cruise infrastructure with Mindelo Terminal development
The Government of Cape Verde, in partnership with Invest International (ORIO Fund from the Kingdom of the Netherlands) and the OPEC Fund for...
February 25, 2025
Paul Gauguin Cruises announces 2027 ship deployment (34 South Pacific voyages)
Paul Gauguin Cruises/PGC has unveiled its 2027 deployment of the Paul Gauguin ship. The 34 voyages (itineraries ranging from 7 to 20 nights) will...
February 24, 2025
Dover Cruise Port prepares for a dynamic 2025 season
Dover Cruise Port is set to commence its 2025 season next month, featuring 8 inaugural ship calls and serving as the UK embarkation hub for 7 cruise...
February 24, 2025
Kenya introduces multiple-entry ETA to boost cruise tourism
Kenya is set to introduce a multiple-entry Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for cruise ship passengers arriving at Port Mombasa, an initiative...
February 23, 2025
India’s cruise market expands with domestic growth and new entrants
India's cruise shipping industry is experiencing continued growth, attracting increased attention from multiple companies. While historically serving...
February 23, 2025
RCI-Royal Caribbean advances development of Royal Beach Club (Paradise Island Bahamas)
RCI-Royal Caribbean International has initiated the next stage in the development of its 17-acre Royal Beach Club on Paradise Island by inviting...
February 23, 2025
DCL unveils new onboard experiences on Disney Adventure ship ahead of maiden voyage (Dec 15th)
DCL-Disney Cruise Line has introduced a selection of new entertainment offerings debuting on the Disney Adventure ship scheduled to enter service...
February 23, 2025
ALMACO Group completes extensive refurbishment of AROYA Cruises' ship
ALMACO Group has successfully completed a comprehensive drydock refurbishment of Aroya Manara ship, owned by AROYA Cruises (Saudi Arabia). Following...
February 22, 2025
Gebr. Heinemann and TUI Cruises extend retail partnership across fleet
The Hamburg-based travel retailer Gebr. Heinemann SE & Co KG and TUI Cruises have extended their partnership, ensuring continued retail...
February 22, 2025
Gotlandsbolaget orders next-generation high-speed multi-fuel ferry from Austal
Gotlandsbolaget (the shipowner of Birka Gotland) has confirmed an order for a next-generation high-speed ferry, developed in collaboration with...
February 22, 2025
NYK Cruises (Japan) prepares for the launch of luxury vessel Asuka III
Japan’s cruise industry is poised for significant expansion in the luxury sector with the upcoming launch of Asuka III by NYK Cruises...
February 21, 2025
Trump administration seeks to end cruise companies’ offshore tax advantage
Howard William Lutnick (US Commerce Secretary since February 19th) indicated that President Trump intends to enforce stricter tax regulations on...
February 21, 2025
PONANT Explorations introduces exclusive Côte d’Azur sailing itinerary aboard Le Ponant
PONANT EXPLORATIONS will introduce a new Cote d’Azur/French Riviera itinerary with the 3-masted sailing yacht Le Ponant. Beginning in May 2026...
February 21, 2025
Orkney considers £5 cruise ship levy to support local infrastructure
A proposed GBP 5 levy on cruise ship tourists arriving in Orkney Scotland could generate GBP 1+ million annually, according to discussions at a...
February 21, 2025
Mitsui Ocean Cruises (Japan) expands sales to North America
The Japan-based Mitsui Ocean Cruises launched sales in North America for the first time. The expansion is supported by The Travel Architects...
February 20, 2025