Seabourn has announced a series of significant enhancements to its culinary program, focusing on the transformation of Seabourn Square and The Colonnade. These updates are part of a broader fleetwide initiative to elevate the guest experience through regionally inspired menus Read More …
In 2026, the European cruise industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation characterized by a shift toward smaller, eco-friendly ships and thoughtfully designed itineraries. This change is largely driven by increasing concerns regarding overtourism and environmental sustainability, prompting cruise lines to Read More …
Windstar Cruises has entered a significant new chapter with the launch of the Star Seeker, an all-suite motor yacht that sets a modern benchmark for boutique, small-ship travel. Handed over in December 2025 and officially christened in Miami in January Read More …
Holland America Line’s newest vessel, the MS Rotterdam, represents a sophisticated evolution in the mid-size luxury cruise market. Since its commission in 2021, the ship has garnered a loyal following, with a significant percentage of guests returning as repeat mariners. Read More …
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 …
The recent health response on a Holland America Line voyage demonstrates the cruise industry’s impressive commitment to passenger safety and rapid care. When a localized case of norovirus affected a small group of guests during a Caribbean sailing, the ship’s Read More …
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 …
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 …
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 …