We interpret current cruise line news, breaking down the stories and what they mean to consumers.
A persistent shortage of air traffic controllers exacerbated by the ongoing federal government shutdown led to widespread flight delays and disruptions across the United States. As the shutdown approaches one month, air traffic controllers are now facing their first full Read More …
The current government shutdown, now approaching its fourth week, is severely impacting air travel and increasing pressure on lawmakers to resolve the political deadlock. Over the recent weekend, more than 19,000 flights were delayed and 1,600 were canceled across the Read More …
Port Canaveral’s rapid growth is driven by a successful combination of strategic infrastructure investment, a prime location, and an expanding appeal as a departure point for modern cruise travel. The port has firmly established itself as one of the busiest Read More …
The protracted government shutdown is severely impacting air travel across the United States, primarily due to acute staffing shortages within the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Over a recent two-day period, total flight delays exceeded 11,000, with 8,795 delays reported on Read More …
Carnival Cruise Line has announced its 2027/2028 deployment plans, which include the return of year-round cruises from Mobile, Alabama. Starting May 15, 2027, the Carnival Valor will homeport in Mobile, marking the first time a Conquest-class ship has sailed year-round Read More …
Aurora Expeditions, a leader in small-ship adventure travel, announced a new sustainability partnership with Australian climate-technology company CounterCurrent. This collaboration involves integrating CounterCurrent’s AI-powered navigation system aboard Aurora’s new vessel, the Douglas Mawson, which is scheduled to launch in December Read More …
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has observed a notable increase in multi-generational family travel to the Galápagos Islands, indicating a growing desire among families for adventurous and meaningful travel experiences. The company reported a significant year-over-year rise in multi-generational bookings this summer, Read More …
The United States is experiencing a concerning resurgence of Mpox (monkeypox) cases in 2025, marked by the spread of the more severe Clade I strain. This variant carries a higher fatality rate, ranging from 1% to 10%, compared to the Read More …
Disney Fantasy is currently undergoing an extensive drydock refit at the Damen Shiprepair yard in Brest, France, a project scheduled for completion on October 28, 2025. The refit involves a significant technical overhaul to enhance the ship’s efficiency. A major Read More …