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World Cruise Ship Introduces Seasonal Ownership and ‘Try Before You Buy’ Program

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Residential cruise line Villa Vie Residences recently announced two new offers—Seasonal Ownership which offers passengers maximum flexibility and control over their cruises and a Try Before You Buy (TBYB) program. Seasonal Ownership Seasonal Ownership lets guests stay on the Villa Vie Odyssey for 30 days to 9 months, able to join and leave the cruise […]

Royal Caribbean Extends Puerto Rico Port Call Cancellations

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Royal Caribbean has continued to cancel cruises scheduled for San Juan, Puerto Rico, as one of its piers remains out of action. Pier 3 West was damaged last year and has been closed to cruise ships ever since. It has been out of commission since a docking incident in April 2024 involving the loss of […]

Royal Caribbean Sees Record $3.76 billion in Earnings, Onboard Spending Up

Aerial view of a Royal Caribbean cruise ship in the ocean. The ship boasts a white hull with blue and orange accents. Visible are multiple decks featuring a swimming pool, sun loungers, and colorful areas, where passengers enjoy amenities like water slides and a flowrider on the upper deck.

Royal Caribbean Group (RCL) ended 2024 with record-breaking earnings and an unprecedented start to wave season, setting the stage for a promising 2025. The company posted $400 million in adjusted net income for the fourth quarter, with total revenue growing 12.9% year-over-year to $3.76 billion. The company says that strong demand for last-minute bookings and […]

Fifth Gastro Outbreak of 2025 Hits Coral Princess During 16-Day Cruise

Aerial view of Coral Princess

The cruise industry is facing its fifth gastrointestinal outbreak of 2025, with Princess Cruises managing a norovirus incident aboard the Coral Princess. The current voyage is a 16-day, one-way cruise from San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale, running from January 20 to February 5. The outbreak reported to the CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) on January […]

Celebrity Cruises Ventures Into River Cruising with 10-Ship Fleet

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Celebrity Cruises is expanding into the river cruise market with the launch of Celebrity River Cruises, a premium brand set to debut in 2027. The company has placed an initial order for 10 ships to sail Europe’s most iconic waterways. The move marks Celebrity’s entry into the competitive river cruise industry, blending its signature upscale […]

MSC Cruises Announces World-Class Ship Coming to Port Canaveral in 2027

An impressive MSC cruise ship sails gracefully across a calm, blue ocean under a clear sky. This majestic vessel, with its multiple decks and visible lifeboats, makes its way toward Port Canaveral's welcoming shores.

MSC Cruises plans to expand its offerings from Port Canaveral and has identified ships that will sail from the Florida port through 2028.  Fourth World-Class Vessel Arrives in 2027 The company announced that its fourth World-class vessel will be deployed at the port in time for its 2027 to 2028 winter season. MSC’s decision will […]

Port Canaveral Breaks Record with Over 25 Cruise Ships and Deep-Sea Vessels in a Single Day

Side view of the large cruise ship "Mardi Gras" with its bright blue hull and multiple decks with balconies. On this busiest day at Port Canaveral, the sky is partly cloudy, and greenery is visible in the distance as 25 vessels fill the open waters where it is docked.

January 25 marked a milestone for Port Canaveral as the Florida cruise port hosted its “busiest day ever” with a combined 25 deep-sea vessels. Describing the record turnout as a “full house,” Port Canveral’s Facebook account celebrated and offered details about the day’s marine traffic. “What a day at Port Canaveral!,” the post began. “25 […]

Cruise Passengers Called Low-Cost Customers by City Mayor

A scenic coastal view of Nice, France, reveals a town with red-roofed buildings and lush greenery. The bay, unaffected by the cruise ship ban, is dotted with numerous small boats and a large cruise ship. Hills surround the water under an overcast sky filled with soft light.

The mayor of a major French city wants to crack down on cruise ship “overtourism.” In a New Year’s public speech, Mayor of Nice Christian Estrosi said large cruise ships visiting with thousands of guests “have no place here,” he said. Estrosi also took a shot at cruise guests themselves: “Cruises that pollute, that dump […]

Cruise Lines Pull Out of Iceland After Its New Passenger Tax

An aerial view of a coastal Icelandic town featuring industrial buildings, warehouses, and scattered residential houses. The sea is to the right, with mountains visible in the distance under a partly cloudy sky. Various vehicles are parked throughout.

A cruise fee hike is leading to widespread port call cancellations in Iceland. The new cruise fee increase at the start of 2025 is causing cruise lines to ditch calls. Iceland’s national broadcaster RÚV reports dozens of planned port calls have been canceled for 2025. Each call is now subject to 2500 ISK ($18) per […]

Miami Cop Busted at Port for Smuggling Narcotics on Cruise Ship

Aerial view of a large port with cranes, shipping containers, and cruise ships. The background shows a city skyline with tall buildings. An inset red circle displays the headshot of a law enforcer with short hair and a neutral expression, poised amidst an ongoing crackdown on smuggling narcotics.

A Miami-Dade sheriff’s deputy was arrested last Thursday after authorities reportedly discovered methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), commonly known as ecstasy or molly, hidden in his luggage. Francisco Melo, who had served as a deputy for six years, was previously implicated in selling illegal narcotics. Authorities say a sting operation involving a fake buyer led to the purchase […]

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