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 …
Costa Cruises has confirmed the death of a 50-year-old German passenger following an incident at the Port of Civitavecchia, near Rome, on February 6, 2026. The individual reportedly fell from the Costa Smeralda while the vessel was docked at Pier Read More …
Virgin Voyages is skillfully navigating the evolving landscape of Caribbean travel by refining its 2026 schedule to better align with modern guest preferences. While a specific Valentine’s Day sailing from Miami was canceled, this strategic pivot allows the cruise line Read More …
Royal Caribbean has officially commenced the construction phase for its fifth Icon Class vessel, marking a significant development in the company’s long-term growth strategy. The project began in January 2026 with a traditional steel-cutting ceremony at the Meyer Turku shipyard Read More …
ELCOME has reached a significant milestone in maritime technology by entering into an authorized reseller agreement with Amazon Leo. This collaboration is set to transform how vessels communicate across the world’s oceans by integrating advanced low Earth orbit satellite connectivity Read More …