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 …

Travel Smart And Stay Healthy At Sea

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 …

Holland America Sanitizes Ship For Future Voyages

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 …

Holland America Prioritizes Safety After Mild Outbreak

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 …

Health Protocols Keep Royal Caribbean Passengers Safe

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 …

Star Seeker Joins Fleet, Enhancing Cruise Adventures

Windstar Cruises is celebrating a significant milestone with the official delivery of its newest all-suite yacht, the Star Seeker, on December 15 at the WestSEA Shipyard in Portugal. This beautiful 224-guest vessel represents the first new build in Windstar’s Star Read More …

Celebrity Xcel Redefines Ultimate Caribbean Luxury

The $1 billion Celebrity Xcel, the newest flagship of Celebrity Cruises, has commenced its inaugural voyage, establishing a new benchmark for luxury in the cruise industry. The vessel combines advanced technology with innovative hospitality, creating an experience designed to rival Read More …

Crystal Sails Wellness And Longevity Retreats

Crystal, the luxury cruise line, has unveiled its third annual series of “Wellness at Sea” retreat voyages aboard the Crystal Symphony, scheduled for August 2026 during National Wellness Month. The program consists of two voyages that can be booked individually Read More …

Costa Cruises Sails New Asian Wonders In 2026

Costa Cruises is significantly expanding its travel offerings in Asia for 2026 with the introduction of two new 11-day itineraries aboard the recently restyled Costa Serena. This move reaffirms Costa’s strong position in the Asian cruise market, providing travelers with Read More …