Our take on current news stories that concern cruises travelers as well as suggested sources of cruise information
Princess Cruises has unveiled its extensive 2027 Europe season, featuring over 200 sailings aboard five ships that will visit 108 destinations in 31 countries, providing access to more than 105 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The season, which runs from February Read More …
Several prominent US states, including New York, Nevada, California, Florida, and Michigan, are experiencing a significant downturn in tourism in 2025. This decline is primarily driven by a sharp drop in international arrivals and the impact of rising inflation on Read More …
On June 2, 2025, Copenhagen marked a significant step towards maritime sustainability with the inauguration of its new shore power plant at the Oceankaj cruise terminal. The event, graced by H.M. King Frederik X of Denmark, saw AIDA Cruises’ AIDAnova Read More …
Holland America Line is significantly boosting its Northern Europe cruise offerings for 2027 by adding a third ship, Zuiderdam, to the region. This expansion caters to the high demand from guests eager to explore Scandinavia, Greenland, the Baltics, and the Read More …
As the peak 2025 summer travel season nears, European travelers face significant potential disruptions due to widespread industrial action across several key countries, including France, Italy, the UK, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Strikes are anticipated from a broad spectrum of Read More …
Cunard has unveiled an extensive new program of 195 voyages across its iconic fleet, scheduled from April 2027 to January 2028. This ambitious lineup will take guests to 115 destinations in 32 countries and includes visits to 93 UNESCO World Read More …
Costa Cruises has launched a “Spring Sale” promotion for North American residents, offering a complimentary upgrade to its “Cruise Plus Drinks” package on select eight-day Caribbean sailings aboard Costa Fascinosa and Costa Pacifica. This limited-time deal means guests receive an Read More …
Celebrity Cruises is making its classic Solstice Series ships new again. The brand is investing more than $250 million to modernize these best-in-class ships, starting with Celebrity Solstice in 2026. Guests can look forward to eight new experiences, including four new-to-sea spaces, and many Read More …
German citizens are set to benefit from expanded and streamlined visa-free travel opportunities across several key regions in Asia, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, and South America during the latter half of 2025. This enhanced access, facilitated by Germany’s Read More …