A gastrointestinal illness outbreak occurred aboard the Royal Caribbean cruise ship Radiance of the Seas shortly after it departed from Tampa, Florida, for a week-long voyage. Approximately three days into the seven-day Western Caribbean itinerary, the vessel’s sanitation program reported Read More …
The cruise industry has undergone significant transformation over the past 25 years, as noted by travel writer Sarah Swain, who reflects on her experiences since her first voyage in 2001. Initially seen as an exclusive luxury for the few, cruising Read More …
Severe weather abruptly interrupted shore operations for Holland America Line’s Noordam during its visit to Kiriwina Island in Papua New Guinea. The ship was midway through a 42-night sailing from Sydney to Auckland when a sudden squall produced winds reaching Read More …
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported a norovirus outbreak aboard the Holland America Line cruise ship Rotterdam. The incident occurred during a voyage that spanned from December 28, 2025, to January 9, 2026. Official data indicates that Read More …
Virgin Voyages recently hosted its fourth annual “First Mates Soirée: Fire & Sunset Celebration” aboard the Scarlet Lady to honor and connect with its top-performing travel advisors. The event gathered the top 100 “First Mates” from North America for a Read More …
Aurora Expeditions has launched a new citizen science initiative designed to engage passengers in the monitoring of climate change during their voyages to Antarctica. By partnering with Joe Muise, a physics teacher and the founder of the Thermal Imaging of Read More …
Celebrity Cruises has announced the expansion of its destination-led venue, The Bazaar, for the summer 2026 European season aboard the Celebrity Xcel. This initiative follows a successful debut in the Caribbean and aims to provide guests with a continuous cultural Read More …
On January 12, 2026, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) announced a comprehensive rebranding initiative that revives its classic 1990s tagline, “It’s Different Out Here.” This strategic move aims to modernize the brand’s identity while honoring its history as an industry innovator. Read More …
Norwegian Cruise Line has officially opened a new pier at Great Stirrup Cay, its private island destination located in the Bahamas. This infrastructure improvement marks a significant operational shift for the cruise line, as the Norwegian Getaway became the first Read More …