On the 46th day of Holland America Line’s 133-day Grand World Voyage, the vessel Volendam visited Pitcairn Island, one of the most remote inhabited locations in the South Pacific. Located approximately 1,350 miles from Tahiti, Pitcairn is home to only Read More …
MSC Cruises has officially confirmed the development of a second private destination in the Bahamas, currently referred to as Little Cay. Located adjacent to the existing Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, this new project is part of a long-term strategic Read More …
Costa Cruises has confirmed the death of a 50-year-old German passenger following an incident at the Port of Civitavecchia, near Rome, on February 6, 2026. The individual reportedly fell from the Costa Smeralda while the vessel was docked at Pier Read More …
Royal Caribbean has officially commenced the construction phase for its fifth Icon Class vessel, marking a significant development in the company’s long-term growth strategy. The project began in January 2026 with a traditional steel-cutting ceremony at the Meyer Turku shipyard Read More …
The recent sailing of the Symphony of the Seas highlights the impressive scale and success of themed travel, specifically “The World’s Biggest Gay Festival at Sea.” This vibrant event brought together approximately 5,500 guests from across the globe for a Read More …
Carnival Australia has reaffirmed its commitment to international maritime standards following a scheduled visit from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) aboard the Carnival Encounter in Darwin. The cruise line has welcomed the opportunity to demonstrate its compliance with global Read More …
Deb Knight shares her reflections on her inaugural cruise experience, a nine-night South Pacific itinerary from Sydney aboard Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas. Traveling with her mother and two daughters during the school holiday season, Knight aimed to test Read More …
Jason Keller, a former passenger of Royal Caribbean’s Adventure of the Seas, has initiated legal action following a severe injury sustained on the FlowRider surf simulator. The incident occurred in February 2025, when the guest fell headfirst while attempting to Read More …
Carnival Cruise Line has recently announced a modest increase in its daily gratuity rates, sparking a broad conversation within the travel community about maritime service compensation. Starting soon, the rate will rise by one dollar to a total of seventeen Read More …