West Central Florida To Open New Cruise Port

SSA Marine and Slip Knott LLC have announced plans to develop the Knott-Cowen Cruise Port in Manatee County, Florida. This project is strategically located adjacent to the Sunshine Skyway Bridge to address a significant infrastructure limitation in West Central Florida. Read More …

Travelers Help Monitor Ice On Antarctic Journey

Aurora Expeditions has launched a new citizen science initiative designed to engage passengers in the monitoring of climate change during their voyages to Antarctica. By partnering with Joe Muise, a physics teacher and the founder of the Thermal Imaging of Read More …

Royal Caribbean Details Green Tech Initiatives

In response to growing environmental scrutiny regarding mega-ships like the Icon of the Seas, Royal Caribbean Group has highlighted the data within their “Destination Net Zero” sustainability strategy. Addressing the specific criticisms regarding sewage and emissions, the company points to Read More …

Online Photo Sparks Debate On Cruise Impacts

A recent viral photograph has ignited a significant debate regarding the environmental impact and sheer scale of modern mega-ships. The image, posted on Reddit’s r/megalophobia subreddit, captured Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas docked next to a smaller Carnival vessel Read More …

Sustainable Development At The Cozumel Royal Beach Club

Royal Caribbean is demonstrating a meaningful commitment to environmental stewardship with its newly proposed Royal Beach Club in Cozumel. By submitting a comprehensive Environmental Impact Statement to Mexico’s Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, the cruise line has outlined a Read More …

A Great Lake’s Future Is Bright

An encouraging conversation is happening around the future of the Great Salt Lake, a vital natural treasure in Utah. While the lake has faced challenges, including the recent historic megadrought, its profound importance to the region is inspiring a community-wide Read More …

Philippines A New Beacon Of Hope For Ocean Health

In a truly inspiring and historic achievement, the Philippines has officially declared the Bitaug Marine Protected Area (MPA), a vibrant 149-hectare ocean sanctuary in the province of Siquijor. This momentous designation is a beautiful testament to the power of community, Read More …

Tropical Storm Will Impact Cruises, Miss Landfall

With the Atlantic hurricane season underway, forecasters are providing valuable and timely updates on Tropical Storm Erin, empowering travelers and residents with the information needed to stay safe and prepared. As the fifth named storm of the season, Erin is Read More …

A Bright New Future For Caribbean Tourism

An exciting new chapter for Caribbean travel has begun, as the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) and Conservation International (CI) join forces in a wonderful new partnership. The two organizations have signed a landmark two-year agreement with a shared mission to Read More …