Cruise History

A look back at a variety of different cruise lines from the past and present.

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A close-up of a red life ring labeled "Carnival Ecstasy" is mounted on the railing of a ship. In the background, the blue ocean stretches out under a clear sky, perfectly capturing the essence of this iconic cruise experience.

Final Farewell: Remembering Carnival Ecstasy in 2022 [PHOTOS]

Orlando Martinez October 24, 2022

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Remembering 14 Cruise Lines of the Past

Sarah Bretz, Contributor May 5, 2022

The image shows the deck of the Carnival Sensation cruise ship with lounge chairs, a swimming pool, and yellow umbrellas. There are thatched-roof structures and a large red funnel in the background under a partly cloudy sky, making for one of those perfect last look PHOTOS.

Last Look: Remembering Carnival Sensation [PHOTOS]

Orlando Martinez April 21, 2022

A collage of four images: the top left shows a cruise ship docked by a harbor; the top right displays a cruise ship cabin with a bed and porthole window; the bottom left shows another cabin with two beds; the bottom right image shows hands holding a small cylindrical device labeled "Zoe"—a glimpse into unique yet unpopular cruises.

9 Cruise Concepts That Didn’t Quite Catch On

Sarah Bretz, Contributor March 11, 2022

Aerial view of a shipwreck with multiple recovery vessels and cranes surrounding the partially capsized Costa Concordia near a rugged coastline. Brightly colored booms are deployed around the area, and large rocky formations are visible in the background, marking ten years since the disaster.

Looking Back: Ten Years After Costa Concordia

Orlando Martinez January 14, 2022

Behind The Name Mardi Gras: 50 Years of Carnival Fun Ships

Bruce Parkinson September 23, 2021

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Timeline: 2020-2021 Cruise Industry Shutdown

Orlando Martinez September 2, 2021

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John Heald: Keeping It Real At Carnival For 35 Years

Bruce Parkinson August 15, 2021

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Final Look: Remembering Crown Princess and Her History [PHOTOS]

Peter Knego February 3, 2021

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How Cruise Ship Went From Year-Round Residence To Scrapyard

Richard Simms December 20, 2020

100+ Cruise Passengers Fall Ill During Norovirus Outbreak on World Cruise

33 Drinks and a Homicide Ruling: Family Sues Royal Caribbean Over Passenger Death

Celebration Key Gets Holiday Makeover for Its First Festive Season

Virgin Voyages Takes Direct Aim at Cruisers Loyal to Other Lines: ‘We Appreciate You!’

Carnival Delays New Loyalty Program So Summer Cruises Count Toward Status

Cruise Delayed After Containers of Fruit Fall Into the Water

10 Hits and Misses From Celebrity Cruises’ Brand-New Celebrity Xcel

Port Canaveral Claims Title as World’s Busiest Cruise Port Following Record 2025