Viking: Australia’s Most Trusted Travel Brand

What fantastic news for Viking! The celebrated cruise line has been honored as Australia’s Most Trusted Brand in the highly competitive River Cruise Operators category at the 26th anniversary of the Reader’s Digest 2025 Trusted Brands Awards. This prestigious award Read More …

Copenhagen, AIDA Cruises Spark New Greener Era

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 …

Bahamas Joins Other Nations With New Cruise Taxes, Rules

The Bahamas is set to implement a new suite of cruise tourism taxes and regulations, joining a growing coalition of countries across the Americas and the Caribbean—including the US, Mexico, Canada, Jamaica, Belize, Barbados, and the U.S. Virgin Islands—that are Read More …

Celebrity Solstice Series Gets Makeover

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 …

Azamara Sister Ships Meet In Barcelona

Azamara Cruises recently marked a significant milestone in Barcelona with the first-ever meeting of three of its sister ships: Azamara Journey, Azamara Quest, and Azamara Onward. This event was more than a symbolic gathering; it underscored the luxury cruise line’s Read More …

US Memorial Day Cruise Surge: Millions Expected

The U.S. cruise industry is experiencing an unprecedented surge for Memorial Day weekend 2025, signaling a full-throttle revival and a potential turning point for American cruise tourism. Major lines like Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, and Disney, along with luxury and Read More …

Viking Fleet Expands, Revenue Skyrockets

Viking Holdings Ltd. announced a robust financial performance for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, signaling strong momentum and continued growth. Total revenue reached $897.1 million, a nearly 25% increase compared to Q1 2024, driven by expanded cruise capacity Read More …

France Builds MSC’s Green Luxury Ships

-Important To Know- MSC Cruises is set to expand its fleet with an order for two new, advanced “World Class” ships, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable luxury travel. These vessels will be built by the renowned Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard Read More …

Safety First? Cruise Crime Surge Sparks Fear

Important To Know In early 2025, the U.S. cruise industry is facing scrutiny due to a significant increase in reported onboard crimes. Data from the Department of Transportation (DOT) revealed over forty incidents, including serious offenses like assault and sexual Read More …