Coast Guard To Require Duck Boat Safety

The U.S. Coast Guard has issued an interim rule requiring additional safety measures for DUKW amphibious passenger vessels, aka “duck boats,” in response to the sinking of the Stretch Duck 7 on Table Rock Lake at Lake of the Ozarks Read More …

Poseidon Expeditions Partners With Sea Chefs

Poseidon Expeditions, a polar expedition ship operator, has announced a partnership with Sea Chefs, a renowned hospitality and catering company. The partnership will begin this month when Sea Chefs will start operating aboard the 114-passenger Sea Spirit. Sea Chefs has Read More …

Seabourn 2025 Features Europe With Three Ships

Ultra-luxury cruise line Seabourn has unveiled its 2025 Europe season with a wide range of itineraries to explore the historical wonders and vibrant cultures of the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, and Canary Islands. The award-winning, ultra-luxury Seabourn Ovation, Seabourn Encore, and Read More …

The Problem With Marine Heat Waves

The world’s oceans are getting hotter, and marine heat waves are becoming more common and severe. These heat waves can have devastating consequences for marine life, including mass mortality, disease outbreaks, and harmful algal blooms. They can also disrupt fisheries Read More …

Visiting Florida? Beware Of Maniac Drivers

Thinking of renting a car when visiting Florida? Think again says John Fitch, an Ohio personal injury law firm. They analyzed data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to reveal how the most common types of fatal car Read More …

Port Everglades: The Easy Port To Sail From

Port Everglades has completed a comprehensive study to understand the guest experience and the port’s impact on the economic well-being of Broward County. The study surveyed 7,186 passengers from December 2022 through March 2023 and found that 94% of those Read More …

6 Questions: Hotel-Operated Cruise Lines and Technology Behind Them 

Hotel-operated cruise lines are a new emerging trend, offering a combination of top-notch accommodations and unique experiences at sea. Several well-known hospitality brands, namely Ritz Carlton, Four Seasons, Belmond, and Aman are blurring the lines between hotels and cruise ships Read More …