Key Aspects: Embarkation was delayed for Quantum of the Seas on Wednesday, February 18 due to a port power outage. Heavy winds and rain downed power lines close to the Port of Los Angeles which may have been related to the delay. No itinerary changes are confirmed for the ship on her 6-night cruise to
Key Aspects: Guests and crew aboard Regal Princess set a new Guinness World Record for most margaritas sold in 8 hours. The record number of 3,410 margaritas was sold while the ship was in Cozumel on February 17, 2026. Princess Cruises uses Pantalones Organic Tequila onboard, which was also used to christen Star Princess. Tuesday,
Key Aspects: P&O Cruises will continue its UK fly-cruise Caribbean program with three air carriers in 2026-27. The line confirmed it has contracts with Virgin Atlantic, TUI Airways, and Norse Atlantic Airways. The cruise ships Arvia and Britannia will sail Eastern and Southern Caribbean voyages. The fly-cruise charter arrangements that P&O Cruises launched in the
Key Aspects: The Fahrenheit 555 steakhouse is being added to both Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter. The rebranding replaces Luke’s Bar and Grill on the Australian-based cruise ships. Also onboard now is the Bonsai Sushi Express Station, and a new burger venue will be added. Carnival Cruise Line has announced new dining additions coming soon
Key Aspects: Carnival Conquest’s February 20, 2026, sailing will begin with an in-person muster drill. While E-Muster drills are preferred, in-person drills must be completed at least twice a year to comply with safety policies. This is only a temporary change, and the E-Muster process is not going away anytime soon. Future guests of Carnival
Key Aspects: Paris Singleton-Ajaero was excited to join her mother for a music-themed cruise onboard Norwegian Jewel, which embarked on February 1. At only 21 weeks pregnant, Paris was allowed to sail onboard the NCL ship. But during the cruise, she went into early labor and her twins could not be saved. Paris Singleton-Ajaero and
Key Aspects: A new investigation reveals the latest findings of a crew member’s death on P&O Cruises’ Arvia. The crew electrical technician died after being crushed inside an elevator shaft due to equipment defects. The investigation is ongoing and focused on preventing future accidents. A routine maintenance check aboard one of the world’s largest cruise ships turned fatal
Key Aspects: Princess Cruises is offering special commemorative merchandise for America’s 250th Anniversary on select itineraries. The line is offering 2026 sailings exploring historic US destinations, including Alaska, New England, and Hawaii. Special savings are now available on select sailings for budget-friendly explorations of the US. With the US preparing to celebrate its semiquincentennial, Princess
Key Aspects: Elliott Investment Management is pushing for sweeping leadership and board changes at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings. The investor believes the company has underperformed, despite strong industry demand. Elliott has warned it may take the case directly to shareholders at the annual meeting in March 2026. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) is under pressure
Key Aspects: Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Wonder cancelled a call to Kauai due to high winds. The ship altered her itinerary and added an overnight in Honolulu. The 10-night cruise sails to Vancouver before returning to San Diego. Strong winds and poor weather conditions are impacting some areas of the Hawaiian Islands, including regions where
Key Aspects: Marella Voyager remained in Las Palmas overnight unexpectedly due to rough weather. The extended stay cancelled the ship’s visit to Arrecife the following day. During her new overnight visit, the ship had to close gangways to transfer to a different berth. Marella Voyager‘s current 7-night “Canarian Flavours” sailing has not been quite as
Key Aspects: Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has agreed with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri for three new ships. The agreement includes a new ship for each line: Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. The new ships will be delivered in 2036 and 2037, depending on the line. Great things are coming for every
