Key Aspects: P&O Cruises has confirmed that no refunds or compensation will be issued to passengers on a recent sailing aboard Britannia. The cruise line has directed guests to seek reimbursement through travel insurance for missed port calls due to a technical failure. The decision has sparked anger among passengers who demand P&O Cruises take responsibility.
Key Aspects: Holland America Line is experiencing a booking spike for 2026 Europe cruises. Demand rose by 30% overall and by 50% to Northern Europe itineraries. The line’s Wave Season promotion is offering fare discounts and other perks. Cruises in Europe, particularly Northern Europe, are proving to be a major boon in Holland America Line’s
Key Aspects: A Carnival guest was detained by ICE agents in Miami due to a misunderstanding. The guest was flagged because he shared the same name as someone else who had multiple warrants. He was released after spending about 90 minutes in a holding cell in PortMiami. One recent guest of Carnival Cruise Line ended
Key Aspects: Two expedition ships collided in the Port of Ushuaia during a windstorm. World Voyager broke free from its moorings and hit Viking Octantis. Thankfully, no injuries were reported and the damage was minor. A scary incident occurred in Argentina’s Port of Ushuaia on Tuesday, January 6, 2025. According to local outlet El Diario
Key Aspects: PortMiami is set to break ground on the new Cruise Terminal G on January 8, 2026. Demolition on the existing terminal began in July 2025 and new construction can now begin. The new, larger, updated terminal is planned to open by the end of 2027. It’s a busy time for one of the
Key Aspects: Carnival Cruise Line is issuing warning letters when teens violate the onboard youth curfew. Further violations will lead to hefty fines, early disembarkation, or even cruise line bans. One impacted parent has learned their lesson, and maybe it will alert other parents as well. For the second time in one month, another incident
Key Aspects: Royal Beach Club Paradise Island is now open and welcoming guests from Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises. Family, party, and chill experiences are all available in exclusive spaces, providing exactly what guests want. Three additional Royal Beach Clubs will open in 2026 and 2027, including Cozumel, Santorini, and Lelepa. The time has come,
Key Aspects: The Great Life Lagoon and Vibe Shore Club are among the new spaces now open at Norwegian Cruise Line’s Great Stirrup Cay. The enhancements are part of an island-wide refresh that includes a new dock for two ships. Another major upgrade, Great Tides Waterpark, is set to open in summer 2026. New features
Key Aspects: Oceania Cruises will transition to an adults-only cruise line across its entire fleet. All existing reservations booked before January 7, 2026, will be honored, including those with kids. Reservations made on or after January 7, 2026, will be restricted to guests aged 18 and older. There are only a handful of adults-only cruise
Key Aspects: It is not the Cruise Director but the dance manager who determines if a show can be performed. Rough seas, illness, and technical problems are the top reasons why shows might be adjusted. Carnival Cruise Line is developing new Playlist Production shows that will be released soon onto various ships. Entertainment can be
Key Aspects: Some staterooms have been recategorized for Legend of the Seas, which is launching this summer. This means that some guests have been upgraded to new staterooms, which not everyone is happy about. Those that were moved were switched from Surfside Family View Balconies to Ocean View Balconies. With Legend of the Seas’ maiden
Key Aspects: Police in Nassau County, New York, arrested a woman accused of running a travel agency scam. Tavia Thomas allegedly collected tens of thousands of dollars for cruises and trip that were never booked. Nine people who paid nearly $36,000 for a Royal Caribbean cruise discovered their fraudulent booking on embarkation day. A woman
