Türkiye’s Cruise Tourism Records Significant Passenger Growth

Türkiye’s cruise tourism sector demonstrated substantial growth in 2024, achieving its highest figures in 12 years. By the end of August, the country had received nearly 1.5 million cruise passengers. This increase represents a notable resurgence for the industry, evidenced Read More …

Port Canaveral Increases Cruise Parking Fees

Port Canaveral has implemented an increase in parking fees at its cruise terminals, marking the first rate change since 2017. The new daily parking charge is $20 plus taxes for both standard vehicles and RVs, up from the previous rate Read More …

Sapphire Princess Returns With Exquisite Dining Adventures

The Sapphire Princess has returned from its two-week drydock in Portland, Oregon, showcasing exciting new guest experiences and significant enhancements. Among the most anticipated additions are two popular specialty restaurants, Makoto Ocean and Crown Grill, which will begin serving guests Read More …

Carnival Legend Joyfully Returns To Acapulco

Carnival Legend made a delightful and surprising return to Acapulco, Mexico, on Saturday, October 11, 2025, marking Carnival Cruise Line’s first visit to this iconic Pacific coastal city in over 15 years. This unexpected call, a result of a weather-related Read More …

Port Canaveral Elevates Parking Experience for Cruisers

Port Canaveral has implemented a modest adjustment to its parking fees, moving from $17 to $20 per day, effective October 1, 2025. This change, the first since 2017, impacts guests of Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Disney Cruise Line, Norwegian Read More …

Norwegian Unveils Cross-Brand Loyalty Status Program

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. has announced the launch of a new Loyalty Status Honoring Program, which allows guests to have their loyalty status recognized across its three cruise brands: Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. Read More …

Mega-Ships Transform The Face Of Cruising

Cruise tourism is experiencing a significant and positive transformation, with Royal Caribbean leading the way through its impressive Icon Class ships. The launch of the world’s largest cruise ship, the Icon of the Seas, and its upcoming sister ships, is Read More …

Younger Generations Propel Cruise Loyalty Growth

The cruise industry is experiencing a remarkable boom, largely driven by younger generations, making cruise travel an increasingly central part of loyalty programs and customer engagement. Once considered a luxury for special occasions, cruising has evolved into a mainstream vacation Read More …

Martinique Sails Toward A Bright Tourism Future

Martinique is beautifully solidifying its status as a premier Caribbean destination, celebrating a remarkable surge in its cruise sector. The island has experienced an impressive nearly 11% increase in cruise arrivals for the 2024–2025 season, welcoming over 465,000 passengers. This Read More …