Queen Mary 2 Makes Historic Canal Debut

Cunard Line’s flagship ocean liner, the majestic Queen Mary 2, has successfully completed a historic first transit through the Panama Canal, marking a significant highlight of her 2026 World Voyage. Guests aboard the vessel witnessed a rare maritime spectacle as Read More …

Discover Amazing Global Wonders On Seabourn Quest

Seabourn has announced its 120-day “Cape to Cape” World Cruise aboard the Seabourn Quest, scheduled to depart from Miami on January 7, 2028. This extensive voyage will cover five continents and over 50 destinations, with a significant portion of the Read More …

Maritime Safety Takes A Giant Leap Forward

MARSS has achieved a monumental breakthrough in maritime safety by successfully completing the rigorous Phase 3 testing of the ISO 21195 standard for its MOBtronic man-overboard detection system. This accomplishment marks the final and most challenging step in the international Read More …

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 …

Sustainable Changes To Preserve Beauty Of Global Ports

In 2026, the global cruise landscape is evolving towards a more sustainable and high-quality travel experience as several major destinations implement thoughtful regulations to preserve their local charm. These changes are designed to balance the economic benefits of tourism with Read More …

New Bahamian Port Offers Beautiful Tropical Adventures

The government of the Bahamas has announced plans to develop a new cruise port on the island of Mayaguana, located approximately 350 miles southeast of Nassau. This project is established through a Public Private Partnership involving the Bahamian government, the Read More …

Royal Caribbean Starts Building Fifth Icon Ship

Royal Caribbean has officially commenced construction on its fifth Icon Class vessel, marking a significant expansion of its record-breaking ship lineup. The milestone was celebrated on January 20, 2026, with a traditional steel-cutting ceremony at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Read More …

New Tropical Destinations Await On Your Cruise

Royal Caribbean has officially extended the suspension of all scheduled visits to Labadee, its private destination in Haiti, through the end of December 2026. This decision follows a previous announcement that had paused stops at the island through April 2026, Read More …

Holland America Sanitizes Ship For Future Voyages

A recent voyage aboard the Holland America Line cruise ship Rotterdam was impacted by a health incident involving gastrointestinal illness. The vessel, which departed from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on December 28, returned to port on Friday following reports of a Read More …