Tragic Passenger Incident At Italian Cruise Port

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 …

New Iconic Adventures Await On The Horizon

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 …

Vibrant Theme Cruises Offer Unforgettable Ocean Adventures

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 Partners With Inspectors To Ensure Quality

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 …

A First Time Cruiser Shares Helpful Lessons

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 …

Passenger Sues Royal Caribbean After Surfing Injury

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 Updates Daily Gratuity Rates For Guests

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 …

Atlantic Canada Welcomes Thriving New Cruise Season

The cruise industry in Atlantic Canada is entering a remarkably vibrant era as it celebrates three decades of successful regional partnership in 2026. This milestone year highlights the enduring strength of the collaboration between various ports and stakeholders who have Read More …

Magnificent Ship Segments Through The Panama Canal

MSC Magnifica completed a transit of the Panama Canal as part of its 131-night World Cruise. This maritime operation serves as a significant milestone for the vessel, which recently underwent a multimillion-euro refurbishment to enhance its facilities and guest accommodations. Read More …