Crystal Spearheads NextGen Ultra Luxury Cruising

Ultra-luxury ocean travel is entering an inspiring new chapter as Crystal charts an ambitious course under the ownership of Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group. In a featured discussion on the Cruise Corner Podcast by Cruise Trade News, Luke Smith, Vice Read More …

Regent Unveils Stunning Crystal Installation At Sea

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled a magnificent crystal light installation that will serve as the luminous centerpiece aboard Seven Seas Prestige when the ultra-luxury vessel debuts in December 2026. Representing the cruise line’s first brand-new ship class in a Read More …

You Can Still Find Gold in Alaska If You Look Hard Enough 

Young Guest Finds Lost Wedding Ring Onboard Holland America Line guest Corbin Hindriksen made a heartwarming discovery during an Alaska Inside Passage voyage aboard Zaandam. While spending time at the ship’s Lido Pool, the nine-year-old from Fort Collins, Colorado, noticed Read More …

Port Canaveral Elevates Cruising With Grand Expansion

Port Canaveral has officially commenced construction on a transformative $95 million expansion and renovation of Cruise Terminal 10. Scheduled for completion in November 2027, this ambitious project is designed to accommodate the cruise industry’s largest vessel class, welcoming ships capable Read More …

Celebrity Vs. Viking River: Bet On Viking To Win

Celebrity Cruises is making a bold entry into the European river cruise market, directly challenging industry leader Viking River Cruises. Known for its modern luxury ocean ships, Celebrity aims to bring its signature upscale hospitality, contemporary design, and exceptional dining Read More …

Celestyal Cruises Enhances Mediterranean Winter Sailing Seasons

Celestyal Cruises is strengthening its focus on the Mediterranean by announcing an expanded winter 2026-27 deployment. The cruise line has decided to cancel its previously scheduled Arabian Gulf season for that period to concentrate entirely on its core regional offerings. Read More …

Exploring European History On A Danube Cruise

In the travel feature “Floating Down the Danube” from Lavender Magazine, Carla Waldemar chronicles a comprehensive two-week journey aboard the Viking River Cruise ship Rinda. The voyage begins in the majestic city of Vienna and concludes in Bucharest, traversing thousands Read More …

Thessaloniki Embraces A Bright Future In Cruise Tourism

Key Topics To Understand Thessaloniki is embarking on an inspiring journey to elevate its status within the global cruise industry through a dynamic new strategic partnership. This collaboration between the port authority and an international consultancy firm focuses on modernizing Read More …

Heroic Cruise Ship Rescue Saves Six Lives

On February 15, 2026, the Royal Caribbean cruise ship, Radiance of the Seas, performed a maritime rescue of six individuals from a small, makeshift boat that appeared to be sinking. The incident occurred near the western tip of Cuba while Read More …