Private Enclaves Bring First Class Back To Sea

The concept of first-class travel is making a discreet comeback across the modern cruise industry, not through overt class division, but by creating private, keycard-access sanctuaries known as “ship within a ship” enclaves. This trend provides luxury travelers with the Read More …

New York Terminal Promises Exciting Cruise Future

The New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) has released a comprehensive Master Plan for the modernization and redevelopment of the Manhattan Cruise Terminal. This long-term strategy addresses the urgent need to replace the facility’s nearly 90-year-old infrastructure and prepare Read More …

National Geographic-Lindblad Launch Euro River Adventures

National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions is poised to significantly enhance its portfolio by launching its European river cruising program, beginning in 2026 on the Rhine River. This is a wonderful opportunity for travelers to experience Europe’s waterways through a redefined lens of Read More …

European Nations Hike Cruise Taxes To Fund Infrastructure

Multiple European countries, including Greece, the UK, Spain, Italy, France, and Croatia, are implementing or planning significant increases in cruise passenger taxes and fees this year. This collective action is primarily driven by the need to manage overtourism and fund Read More …

Carnival Horizon Delivers Compensation After Port Delay

Carnival Horizon faced an unexpected, eight-hour delay in docking at the Port of Miami on November 16, causing significant disruption to scheduled embarkation times. The cause of the delay was attributed to technical difficulties involving the ship’s propulsion system. As Read More …

Carnival Cruise Director Joins Princess Cruises Shoreside Team

Former Carnival Cruise Director Mike Pack has joined Princess Cruises in a new shoreside role as the national training and engagement manager for the UK, Ireland, and Europe. This newly created position is strategically important, focusing on enhancing trade support Read More …

Overnight Cruise Stays Offer Deeper Destination Connection

The cruise industry is shifting to extended and overnight port stays to satisfy passenger demand for more immersive cultural experiences. Read More …

MSC Cruises Orders Two More World Class Ships

MSC Cruises has placed an order for two additional World-class cruise ships, increasing the total number of vessels planned for this class to eight. The seventh and eighth ships are scheduled for delivery in 2030 and 2031, respectively, and will Read More …

Galveston Welcomes New Cruise Ship And $156 Million Terminal

MSC Cruises has officially established a new homeport in Galveston, Texas, commencing year-round operations with the arrival of the MSC Seascape on November 7, 2025. This milestone was celebrated alongside the ribbon-cutting for the Port of Galveston’s new, state-of-the-art $\$156$ Read More …