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10,000+ Visitors Expected in One Day as Cruise Ship Traffic Surges in Saint Lucia

Aerial view of a bustling port in Saint Lucia with several large cruise ships docked. The port is surrounded by a town with various buildings and lush green hills, welcoming countless visitors. The ocean stretches into the horizon under a partly cloudy sky, highlighting the vibrant cruise traffic.

Saint Lucia is preparing for a surge in cruise arrivals this week as nearly 13,000 passengers are expected to disembark across multiple ports from April 1 to 6. According to the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority, seven cruise ships are scheduled to dock during the week, with at least one vessel arriving daily. The cruise season […]

Celestyal Announces New Arabian Gulf Cruises, Return to Egypt in 2025-26 Season

The majestic Celestyal Journey, a large white cruise ship with a striking blue hull, is docked at the port for Embarkation Day. Lifeboats line its side as people gather near security barricades on the pavement. The sky over Doha remains clear and bright.

Celestyal Cruises will add four new 14-night cruises and five maiden port calls to its winter 2025-26 Arabian Gulf season, the company announced Sunday, detailing its most ambitious itinerary expansion in recent years. The boutique cruise line said it will visit Jordan and Saudi Arabia for the first time, with new stops in Aqaba, Jeddah, […]

Carnival Sunshine Falls Short in CDC Inspection, Insects and Food Safety Issues

A large cruise ship, named Carnival Sunshine, sails on a calm ocean near Norfolk. The ship has a blue and white exterior with red accents and a distinctive red funnel featuring the Carnival logo. The sky is partly cloudy, and the horizon is visible in the distance, hinting at exciting 2025 itineraries ahead.

The Carnival Sunshine cruise ship received an inspection score of 89 during a routine health check conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) earlier this month. The inspection, conducted on March 8 as part of the CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP), flagged 26 violations. Carnival Sunshine’s Health Infractions Among the most serious […]

17 Stylish Cruise Outfits for Your New England Adventure

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Planning a cruise in New England? From casual deck days to elegant dinners, you’ll want outfits that suit every moment on board and during port stops. Check out our curated collection of 17 stylish ensemble ideas that blend comfort and flair, ensuring you look your best while enjoying this beautiful region’s stunning coastal views and […]

Norwegian Aqua: What’s New and Better on NCL’s Latest Cruise Ship?

The image showcases the upper section of NCL's latest ship, Norwegian Aqua, featuring several smokestacks. A prominent sign displays "Norwegian Aqua," while another at the top features "NCL" with a wave design.

When Norwegian Cruise Line launched Norwegian Prima and Norwegian Viva, their sleek design and new features quickly made waves in the industry. Yet, some passengers pointed out areas for improvement, particularly regarding onboard navigation, venue placements, and crowds. With Norwegian Aqua—the first ship in Norwegian’s new Prima Plus class—the line says it directly addressed passenger […]

How Music Influences Your Mood on a Cruise

A person with long brown hair stands on a road, captured in a pensive mood. Wearing a white shirt, they hold large white headphones around their neck, ready to cruise into their favorite tunes. The empty road and yellow lines echo freedom; only part of the face is shown.

The correct tune may create the ideal atmosphere. Are you ready for a good tear-up? Turn on your most depressing playlist. At the gym, want to be energized? Look for a song with a lively, engaging melody and a rapid speed. Songs that bring back happy memories are a great example of how music can […]

Princess Cruises Pulls Sailings from Texas Market, 15 Cruises Cancelled

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Princess Cruises has canceled a full season of sailings aboard Majestic Princess from Galveston, Texas, affecting voyages between November 2026 and March 2027. The cruise line confirmed the change in a notice to booked guests, citing a shift in its “global fleet deployment strategy.” As of now, no replacement ship will sail from Galveston for […]

Weather Disrupts Norwegian Aqua’s Inaugural U.S. Arrival, Diverts to NYC

The grand cruise ship "Norwegian Aqua," adorned with Prima Plus artwork, glides gracefully on calm ocean waters. Its vibrant hull reflects the twilight hues as the sky embraces a few scattered clouds at sunset.

Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled its scheduled first call and preview event for Norwegian Aqua in Boston, citing extreme weather conditions in the North Atlantic that impact the ship’s transatlantic crossing. The change affects both the Boston preview event and disembarkation for guests originally set to leave the ship in Boston. Instead, guests will be […]

MSC Delivers World America, Begins Work on Two More Cruise Ships

The image captures the side of a large cruise ship, "MSC WORLD AMERICA," with a festive crowd seen through the windows and on a lower deck. A bottle hangs suspended in mid-air, hinting at a triple celebration involving its sister vessels.

MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique, the shipyard behind its latest ships, marked major construction milestones last Thursday for its three World-class vessels. The celebrations included the delivery of MSC World America, a coin ceremony for MSC World Asia, and the cutting of the first steel for MSC World Atlantic. Founder and Group Chairman of […]

Carnival Grows Fleet With Two New Ships Sailing from Sydney and Brisbane

A large cruise ship, part of the Carnival Adventure fleet, is docked at a port under a partly cloudy sky. In front, a giant inflatable emoji with sunglasses and a captain's hat stands proudly. People stroll nearby while caution tape lines the pavement.

Carnival Cruise Line officially welcomes two new ships to its fleet this weekend as Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter prepare to sail their first cruises from Australia. The ships, previously sailing as Pacific Adventure and Pacific Encounter under P&O Cruises Australia, have been rebranded and refreshed as part of Carnival’s integration of the P&O brand […]