Preparing for a cruise often feels like a high-stakes game of Tetris played with a suitcase that is slightly too small and a list of “what-ifs” that is slightly too long. You are essentially moving into a floating city where Read More …
MSC Cruises has officially canceled two scheduled departures for the MSC Euribia originally set for February and March 2026 from Dubai. This decision stems directly from the escalating geopolitical instability and conflict within the Arabian Gulf region. The current situation Read More …
4 Important Topics to Know Carnival Corporation recently marked the twentieth anniversary of the Grand Turk Cruise Center on March 4, 2026. This milestone celebrates two decades of collaboration between the cruise company and the Turks and Caicos Islands. Since Read More …
The cruise industry has seen a substantial improvement in health outcomes during the first two months of 2026, marking a significant departure from previous years. According to recent data, illness outbreaks on cruise vessels have decreased by 88% compared to Read More …
On February 18, 2026, the cruise ship Costa Favolosa encountered severe weather conditions while navigating the South Atlantic off the coast of southern Brazil. The vessel was caught in an extratropical cyclone that impacted both the Brazilian coastline and the Read More …
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has recently adjusted its policy regarding beverage package inclusions on its private Bahamian island, Great Stirrup Cay. Originally, the cruise line had announced that its shipboard unlimited beverage packages would no longer be honored on the Read More …
Seabourn has officially announced the conclusion of its submarine excursion program, effective at the end of the current Antarctic season in March 2026. This decision affects the line’s ultra-luxury expedition vessels, specifically the Seabourn Pursuit and Seabourn Venture, which were Read More …
A suspected norovirus outbreak aboard Holland America’s Westerdam cruise ship resulted in 76 people falling ill during a recent 14-night voyage. The vessel departed from Yokohama, Japan, on February 15, carrying approximately 2,000 passengers and 800 crew members. By the Read More …
Choosing between Oceania Cruises and Azamara depends largely on what you value most in a cruise vacation. Both operate in the upper-premium market, offering small-ship experiences focused on destinations rather than flashy onboard attractions. Interestingly, they share a historical connection, Read More …