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 …
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides travelers with peace of mind through its rigorous Vessel Sanitation Program, ensuring that cruise vacations remain a healthy and high-quality experience. By evaluating essential areas such as food safety, water systems, 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 …
Luxury cruise operator Crystal has announced a significant new itinerary for its 2029 World Cruise, featuring the brand’s first-ever complete circumnavigation of Australia. The 127-night voyage will take place aboard the Crystal Symphony and is scheduled to depart from Melbourne Read More …
Royal Caribbean has recently redesigned its prohibited items page to provide greater clarity and a more user-friendly experience for its guests. This thoughtful overhaul prioritizes the most common questions travelers have, placing essential information regarding beverages, snacks, and personal grooming Read More …
4 Important Topics to Know The global travel industry, currently valued at $11.7 trillion, is showing remarkable resilience as it navigates significant logistical challenges across the Middle East. While recent geopolitical developments have led to the cancellation of approximately 20,000 Read More …
4 Important Topics to Know NOTE: We have not personally sailed Viking Egypt although we are quite familiar with Nile cruising as we enjoyed a marvelous Abercrombie & Kent experience there several times. Viking has announced the exciting resumption of 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 …
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 …