Forbes Awards Carnival Top Honors For Employees

Carnival Corporation & plc has been named to the Forbes 2026 list of America’s Best Large Employers, marking its inclusion in the 11th annual ranking. Among the 700 U.S. organizations recognized across various sectors, the company emerged as the highest-ranked Read More …

A First Time Cruiser Shares Helpful Lessons

Deb Knight shares her reflections on her inaugural cruise experience, a nine-night South Pacific itinerary from Sydney aboard Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas. Traveling with her mother and two daughters during the school holiday season, Knight aimed to test Read More …

Carnival Updates Daily Gratuity Rates For Guests

Carnival Cruise Line has recently announced a modest increase in its daily gratuity rates, sparking a broad conversation within the travel community about maritime service compensation. Starting soon, the rate will rise by one dollar to a total of seventeen Read More …

Discover The Best European River Cruises 2026

The 2026 travel season marks a significant milestone in what experts are calling the golden age of river cruising. For those seeking an intimate and sophisticated way to explore the heart of Europe, the upcoming year offers a diverse array Read More …

Magnificent Ship Segments Through The Panama Canal

MSC Magnifica completed a transit of the Panama Canal as part of its 131-night World Cruise. This maritime operation serves as a significant milestone for the vessel, which recently underwent a multimillion-euro refurbishment to enhance its facilities and guest accommodations. Read More …

Smooth Sailing Beyond Recent Digital System Fail

Cruise Law News reported that Carnival Cruise Line navigated a period of technical adjustment following an IT system outage that began on February 8, 2026. While the company underwent planned maintenance, several digital systems experienced a temporary pause, affecting approximately Read More …

Health Protocols Prioritized During Recent Balmoral Voyage

Approximately 200 passengers aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ ship, Balmoral, reported symptoms consistent with gastroenteritis during a recent 10-night voyage to the Norwegian Fjords. The vessel, which has a capacity of 1,350 passengers, saw roughly 15% of its guests fall Read More …

Smooth Sailing Awaits On Harmony Of Seas

Royal Caribbean International has informed passengers of a multi-hour delay for the Harmony of the Seas as it returns to its homeport in Galveston, Texas. The arrival, originally scheduled for Sunday, February 1, 2026, was pushed back due to an Read More …

Exciting Celebrity Ships Transform European River Cruising

Celebrity River Cruises has announced a significant expansion of its fleet and operations, signaling a major commitment to the European river cruising market. The company recently confirmed plans to build ten additional ships, with the goal of doubling its fleet Read More …