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Keel Laid for Carnival Festivale, Cruise Line’s Next LNG Flagship

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Carnival Cruise Line held a keel laying ceremony for Carnival Festivale, its next Excel-class ship, now under construction at Meyer Werft in Germany. Keel Laying Marks Start of Major Construction Phase A traditional keel laying ceremony took place this week at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany for Carnival Festivale, Carnival Cruise Line’s fourth […]

The World Residential Yacht Completes Major $30 Million Dry Dock

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The World, the largest privately owned residential yacht, has completed its most ambitious dry dock to date, introducing a series of sustainability and lifestyle upgrades aimed at enhancing both onboard comfort and environmental performance. The six-week, $30 million project took place at Navantia Shipyard in Cádiz, Spain, involving more than 1,500 personnel across vendors, crew, […]

Carnival Launches CHEERS! Zero Proof Non-Alcoholic Drink Package

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Carnival Cruise Line has launched a new non-alcoholic beverage package called CHEERS! Zero Proof, expanding its onboard drink offerings for guests seeking premium alcohol-free options. The new package includes a wide range of beverages, from handcrafted zero-proof cocktails and sparkling wines to smoothies, milkshakes, and Coca-Cola products. It aims to provide greater variety and convenience […]

Celebrity Details River Cruise Ships for 2027, Adding Magic Dining Pods

A modern Celebrity River Cruise ship sails on calm water at sunset, featuring multiple open-air decks with seating, large sun umbrellas, and illuminated railings—showcasing the next wave of river cruise expansion.

Celebrity Cruises has announced its entry into the river cruise market, revealing plans for two innovative ships set to launch in 2027. The vessels, Celebrity Compass and Celebrity Seeker, will sail the Rhine and Danube rivers, bringing the brand’s premium ocean-style amenities to Europe’s inland waterways. The ships will feature Celebrity’s signature design elements, including […]

Brilliant Lady Arrives in New York With Richard Branson

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Virgin Voyages marked a milestone moment today as its newest ship, Brilliant Lady, arrived in New York City for the first time. Founder Sir Richard Branson was on deck to welcome the vessel as it sailed past the Statue of Liberty and into the Hudson River, concluding the final piece of the cruise line’s four-ship […]

Port Worker Dies at Athens Cruise Terminal; Union Demands Probe

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A port worker has died at the Piraeus Port Cruise Terminal in Athens while loading baggage on a cruise ship. The 62-year-old dock worker collapsed and was given CPR. He was rushed to the hospital but was pronounced dead.   Pantelis Georgiou was employed by a private contractor at the port. It is unclear which […]

Cruising or Traveling Abroad? Trusted Gigadat Online for Canadians Reviewed

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Gigadat is integrated directly with Interac and connected to all major Canadian financial institutions. It allows making safe deposits and withdrawals in Canadian dollars without the need to develop other applications and intermediate online services.  Payments are made using the user’s online banking interface, ensuring reduced friction and delays. A detailed list of Gigadat-powered gambling […]

Exploring the Caribbean by Cruise: The Ultimate Guide to Ports and Islands 

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There is no better way to see the Caribbean than by cruise. You can experience turquoise waters, sun-soaked beaches, and a front-row seat to some of the world’s most vibrant cultures with one ticket. Each island offers something different: adventure, history, or pure relaxation. With so many ports and excursions, planning your trip can feel […]

Protesters in Canoes Block Cruise Ship in Rotterdam

A large cruise ship named Ventura sails near a city waterfront with several kayakers in the water. Modern high-rise buildings and trees are visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Activist group Extinction Rebellion has once again confronted a cruise ship in the Netherlands seeking to prevent it docking at port. A small group of protestors in canoes temporarily blocked P&O Cruises ship Ventura when it arrived in Rotterdam. Ship’s Arrival Delayed Just 30 Minutes They attempted to stop the cruise ship in the water […]