Cruise Industry
CLIA UK & Ireland announces 2025 conference in Southampton
CLIA UK & Ireland has announced that its 2025 conference will be held in Southampton from May 22nd-24th. This annual event, now in its 17th year...
September 21, 2024
Ponant’s Swap2Zero vessel concept receives Bureau Veritas approval
Bureau Veritas has awarded Approval in Principle (AiP) to Ponant, a global leader in the cruising industry, for its innovative twin-screw sailing...
September 21, 2024
Lindblad Expeditions expands Amazon River cruises with Delfin III ship itineraries
Lindblad Expeditions has introduced a new series of voyages in collaboration with National Geographic, expanding its Amazon River expeditions aboard...
September 21, 2024
Uniworld expands 2025 offerings with new ship SS Elisabeth and 6 European itineraries
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has unveiled its 2025 lineup, which includes the introduction of its newest boat - SS Elisabeth/fka Riverside Mahler...
September 21, 2024
Viking Yi Dun ship completes historic inaugural voyage along China’s coastline
Viking Cruises marks a significant milestone with the return of the 930-passenger ship Viking Yi Dun to China, completing its inaugural voyage from...
September 20, 2024
Virgin's ship Scarlet Lady set for major upgrades during 2024 drydock refurbishment
Virgin Voyages' ship Scarlet Lady is set for significant upgrades during a drydock refurbishment in November 14th-28th, 2024. The enhancements will...
September 20, 2024
TUI Bahareya ship starts Nile River cruises in Egypt in November 2025
TUI Cruises is set to launch a newly refurbished riverboat - TUI Bahareya, on the Nile River in November 2025. This marks the 6th boat in TUI's...
September 20, 2024
Windstar Cruises adds Fiji and Tonga to 2026 South Pacific sailings
In 2026, Windstar Cruises will expand its footprint in the South Pacific beyond its established routes in Tahiti, the Tuamotus, and the Marquesas...
September 20, 2024
Princess Cruises unveils 2026 Japan season with Diamond Princess ship
Japan remains a sought-after travel destination for international tourists drawn to its architectural marvels, culinary delights, and natural beauty...
September 19, 2024
Riviera River Cruises UK unveils new ship and themed itineraries for 2026
Riviera River Cruises UK (fleet) is set to introduce a new riverboat - Riviera Resplendence, in 2026. Alongside the launch, the company has...
September 19, 2024
RMS Titanic's shipbuilder Harland & Wolff files for bankruptcy
The British shipbuilder Harland & Wolff, renowned for constructing the RMS Titanic, has entered administration after failing to secure sufficient...
September 19, 2024
NCL unveils 4th PRIMA Class cruise ship Norwegian Luna (2026)
NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line has announced its latest addition to the PRIMA Class fleet, Norwegian Luna, scheduled for debut in March 2026. The vessel...
September 19, 2024
Silver Nova to debut as Asia-Pacific’s most luxurious cruise ship in 2024
Silver Nova, the first of 2 groundbreaking Nova-class vessels from the ultra-premium travel brand Silversea, will make her debut in the Asia-Pacific...
September 18, 2024
ECN-Expedition Cruise Network expands with 3 new members ahead of 2024 conference
The Expedition Cruise Network (ECN) has expanded its membership with the addition of 3 new travel brand companies/operators ahead of its inaugural...
September 18, 2024
Norwegian Coastal cruise ferry Havila Polaris to be christened by Norway's Fisheries Minister
On Tuesday, October 15th, the coastal cruise ship Havila Polaris will be officially named in a ceremony in Hammerfest, with Marianne Sivertsen Naess...
September 18, 2024