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 …
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 …
Important Facts to Know Holland America Line’s Westerdam is currently managing a norovirus outbreak during its 28-night Asia itinerary. The vessel, which departed from Tokyo on February 15, 2026, was met by health officials from Hong Kong’s Centre for Health Read More …
The escalation of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East following military actions on February 28, 2026, has left several cruise ships and thousands of passengers stranded in the Persian Gulf. As of March 1, 2026, at least six vessels from Read More …
Royal Caribbean recently modified the itinerary for a highly anticipated European sailing following direct feedback from its passengers. The cruise, scheduled for August 2026, was marketed as a premier opportunity to witness a total solar eclipse at sea. However, observant Read More …
Cuban authorities recently reported a violent confrontation involving a speedboat originating from Florida, which they allege was part of a coordinated effort to destabilize the nation’s government. The incident occurred off the coast of Villa Clara and resulted in a Read More …
The 2025 Risk Intelligence report indicates a complex landscape for global maritime security, characterized by a 30 percent increase in security incidents compared to the previous year. While kidnappings of seafarers remain relatively rare when compared to the peak years Read More …
On February 15, 2026, the Celebrity Infinity experienced a small fire and a total power outage while approaching the coast of Piraeus, Greece. The incident occurred around 3:00 a.m. during the final leg of a voyage from Barcelona to Athens. Read More …