Southampton Hits Huge Cruise Passenger Record, £1 Billion to Economy
Port of Southampton is booming thanks to cruises, with a new record of 3 million passengers in 2024 and £1 billion for the local economy.
Cruise Ship Diverted for Urgent Repairs Following Severe Weather
The Viking Vela cruise ship is dealing with technical issues following severe weather. The cruise itinerary has been impacted.
Carnival Confirms Ship Will Continue to Sail With Modified Funnel
When will Carnival Freedom return to looking like a Carnival cruise ship with a whale tail funnel? It may not be until 2026.
Princess Cruises’ Ship Set for Unscheduled Dry Dock After Multiple Issues
Princess Cruises informs guests that Regal Princess will be taken out of service in late April for an essential dry dock.
Carnival Sets the Record Straight on Guy’s Burger Grill Usage
Is Carnival Cruise Line pre-cooking their most popular burgers? Get to the bottom of this rumor and what’s really going on.
German Port Sees 5,900 Passengers in Inaugural Week Under New Management
Bremerhaven Cruise Port has launched its first operations under Global Ports Holding, welcoming nearly 6,000 passengers in its first week.
Emergency Diversion Delays Royal Caribbean Ship, Forces Itinerary Change
A medical incident aboard Vision of the Seas forces a stop in Puerto Rico, delaying the ship’s return to Baltimore and impacting the next scheduled cruise.
Norwegian Cruise Guests Informed About Face-to-Face Immigration
Guests on Norwegian Bliss will have a full day of immigration inspections before arriving in the UK, thanks to newly enacted regulations.
Can a Rogue Wave Sink a Cruise Ship?
Storms, strong winds, and unexpected wind gusts can cause rogue waves. Learn about the rogue waves cruise ships relationship with this guide.
Royal Caribbean Captain Retires After 50 Years of Service
Veteran Captain Johnny Faevelen has announced his retirement after a half a century at Royal Caribbean.
TUI Cruises Launches Music-Themed Voyages
TUI Cruises’ Mein Schiff 3 and Mein Schiff 5 will showcase melodies at sea with special tributes to The Beatles, ABBA, and traditional sailor shanties in 2025.
Carnival Cruise Line Clarifies Misunderstood Dining Seating Policy
Carnival cruise guests can’t always request a private table in the dining room, but why not? John Heald explains.