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Japanese Luxury Cruise Line Expands Sailings to North Americans

A large white cruise ship from a renowned Japanese luxury cruise line is docked at the pier, with multiple decks and lifeboats visible. Modern buildings and industrial structures rise in the background under a clear blue sky. The calm water reflects this scene of leisurely sailings for North Americans.

Japanese luxury cruise operator Mitsui Ocean Cruises has launched its first international expansion, offering North American travelers voyages aboard the MITSUI OCEAN FUJI. The move introduces a distinctly Japanese luxury cruise experience to the market, emphasizing cultural immersion and authentic hospitality. The 458-guest, all-suite MITSUI OCEAN FUJI, formerly Seabourn Odyssey, debuted in December 2024 after […]

Celestyal Journey Resumes Service Following $6.8 Million Refit

A large blue and white cruise ship, the Celestyal Journey, is docked at a pier on calm green waters. The vessel, fresh from its $6.8 million refit, displays multiple decks with lifeboats hanging on the side. Rolling hills and partly cloudy skies provide a picturesque backdrop.

The Celestyal Journey has returned to service in the Arabian Gulf after undergoing a €6.5 million (approximately $6.8 million USD) refurbishment in Dubai. The 1,260-passenger vessel, operated by Celestyal Cruises, resumed operations on Feb. 15 with a “Desert Days” itinerary, sailing roundtrip from Doha, Qatar, with calls in Bahrain, Abu Dhabi, Dubai Marina, Khasab, and […]

MSC Cruises Becomes Premium Partner of BWT Alpine Formula One Team

A large cruise ship travels through a vast expanse of deep blue ocean, leaving a white wake behind it. The ship's multiple decks are visible, and the clear sky is reflected in the water.

MSC Cruises has expanded its involvement in Formula One, announcing a new partnership with the BWT Alpine Formula One Team for the 2025 season and beyond. The cruise line, already a global partner of Formula One, will now have its branding featured on Alpine’s 2025 race car, the A525, unveiled on February 18 at the […]

Carnival Prepares to Open Celebration Key in The Bahamas

Aerial view of a large, winding pool with small islands and palm trees, reminiscent of a Carnival at The Bahamas. Shaded cabanas surround the pool, and a sun sculpture adorns one island. Celebration Key's construction is visible in the background, with the ocean shimmering in the distance.

Carnival Cruise Line is in the final stages of construction on Celebration Key, the cruise brand’s first exclusive destination, set to open on July 19, 2025. The private port, located on the southern coast of Grand Bahama, will welcome guests from more than 20 Carnival ships sailing from 10 U.S. homeports. Carnival Corporation & plc […]

MSC World America Completes Sea Trials Ahead of U.S. Debut

A large white cruise ship, reminiscent of the grandeur of MSC World America, glides gracefully across a calm body of water under a clear blue sky. With multiple decks lined with lifeboats and various top-deck structures, it appears ready for its upcoming U.S. debut after successful sea trials.

MSC Cruises’ newest flagship, MSC World America, has completed deep-water sea trials in the Atlantic Ocean, marking a key milestone before its delivery later this month. The 216,638-gross-ton vessel, designed to expand MSC’s U.S. market, underwent intensive tests assessing its engines, maneuverability, fuel efficiency, safety systems, and stopping distances. Built at Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard […]

Owls Take an Unplanned Transatlantic Cruise Aboard Allure of the Seas

Two owls are perched in trees, exuding the charm of a transatlantic cruise. The owl on the left nestles among green foliage, while the one on the right rests on a leaf-laden branch. Both have brown and white speckled feathers and appear serene, like passengers enjoying a peaceful journey.

Passengers and crew aboard Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas had unexpected guests during the ship’s transatlantic journey from Miami to Europe. Two burrowing owls, considered threatened in some regions, found their way onto the vessel and have been making themselves at home. The two small brown owls are believed to have boarded Allure of […]

Royal Caribbean Announces Third Icon-Class Ship, Legend of the Seas

Four Icon-Class ships sail side by side on a calm ocean under a clear blue sky. Each Royal Caribbean ship features multiple decks with various structures and decorations, as they move forward leaving trails in the water.

Royal Caribbean International has unveiled the name of its third Icon-class cruise ship, Legend of the Seas, along with details about its inaugural sailings. The highly anticipated vessel is set to debut in August 2026, offering Mediterranean itineraries before making its way to the Caribbean for year-round cruises from Florida. Legend of the Seas To […]

Cruise Ship Employee Deported and Sentenced to Prison for Assaulting Passenger

Aerial view of the Sky Princess cruise ship's deck at sunset. The deck features multiple swimming pools, numerous sun loungers, hot tubs, and life boats. The ship sails on calm waters, with warm lighting illuminating the recreational areas.

A 34-year-old chef employed aboard the Sky Princess cruise ship was sentenced to one year in prison on February 14 for assaulting a teenage passenger. Chef Vincent Lucas, from Goa, India, was convicted following a four-day trial at Southampton Crown Court. The incident occurred late at night in the teen lounge as the Sky Princess, […]

Royal Caribbean Welcomes New Canine Crew Member to Star of the Seas

A golden retriever, part of the Canine Crew, lies on a white blanket inside a whelping box with her litter of nursing puppies. The mother dog is looking at the camera with her tongue out as the puppies rest close to her.

Michael Bayley, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean International, melted hearts with his Valentine’s Day Facebook post—announcing that a golden retriever puppy named Sailor will be the family dog onboard Star of the Seas. “Look who arrived into the world,” Bayley wrote as he shared a picture of a newborn pup with its eyes still […]

Boston Implementing New Cruise Fee from 2026

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Cruise ship visits to Boston, Massachusetts are about to get more expensive. Massachusetts Port Authority approved a new cruise fee schedule which will cost up to $15 per cruise traveler by the end of the decade. Fee Will Rise By $3 Per Year Through 2030 Massport is introducing the cruise fee in 2026 starting at […]

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