On Thursday, January 1, 2026, the United States Coast Guard announced the suspension of search efforts for a passenger who went overboard from a Holland America Line cruise ship. The individual is a 77-year-old woman whose name has not been Read More …
The cruise industry is currently undergoing an exciting evolution that offers passengers more choices than ever before. While cruising has long been celebrated for its inclusive and egalitarian nature, many lines are now introducing premium concepts that provide travelers with Read More …
In 2025, Emirates marked its 40th year of operations by transporting 55.6 million passengers and placing orders for 73 new aircraft. A primary highlight of the year was the commercial debut of the Airbus A350 in January. The A350 fleet Read More …
Several of Carnival Corporation’s eight world-class cruise lines made a big splash at this year’s Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards, earning top honors across a variety of categories that celebrate excellence in cruising. From short itineraries to world voyages, from Read More …
Mercedes-Maybach is charting an inspired new course into the maritime world with the debut of the Maybach Ocean Club. This exclusive, invitation-only initiative centers on a magnificent 155-meter superyacht named Beyond Horizons, which is scheduled to begin its inaugural season Read More …
PortMiami has achieved a historic milestone by welcoming over one million cruise passengers in the month of November 2025. This remarkable feat marks the first time in the seaport’s history that it has reached a seven-figure passenger count within a Read More …
The cruise ship buffet has defied pessimistic predictions and emerged from recent years more vibrant than ever. While temporary adjustments were made for health and safety, the classic self-service model has returned to most major cruise lines. This resurgence is Read More …
Norwegian Cruise Line is ushering in a new era of prosperity for the travel professional community by permanently eliminating non-commissionable fares. Starting December 26, 2025, for all voyages departing on or after May 1, 2026, the entire cruise fare—excluding only Read More …
Azamara Cruises has released the details for its 2028 World Cruise, a comprehensive 175-night journey set aboard the Azamara Onward. This extensive voyage will span from January to June 2028, encompassing visits to 40 countries and 91 ports of call Read More …