Disney Treasure is Crossing the Atlantic for Its Florida Debut
The excitement builds as Disney Treasure sets sail across the Atlantic, closing in on its much-anticipated Florida debut on December 21. Following sea trials, a journey through Germany’s Ems River, and a stop in Eemshaven, Netherlands, this Wish-class ship is nearly ready to welcome guests aboard. The milestone transatlantic voyage to Port Canaveral, Florida, spans […]
Technical Issues Cancel Second Regal Princess Cruise from Galveston
For the second week in a row, Princess Cruises has canceled a Regal Princess sailing from Galveston, Texas, due to ongoing technical repairs. The latest cancellation affects the November 3, 2024, departure, which follows the October 27 cruise that was also called off for similar issues. Read More: Regal Princess Cancellation Leaves Passengers Scrambling An […]
Royal Caribbean Sails into Profit, Rakes in $1.1 Billion for Q3
Royal Caribbean has raised its yearly outlook after a strong third quarter. The company reported impressive growth, with revenue up 17.5% compared to last year, reaching $4.89 billion. However, operating expenses were up to $2.391 billion for the quarter. Still, the all-important net yields increased by 7.9% year-over year. Occupancy rate was 111% for the […]
Disney Wonder Alters Australian Cruise Itinerary Due to Last-Minute Hull Cleaning
The Disney Wonder has changed its Australian itinerary due to last-minute hull maintenance, citing environmental regulations. Originally scheduled to sail from Brisbane to Melbourne, Australia, from October 28 to November 1, 2024, the cruise was set to include a stop in Eden on October 30. However, the port visit was canceled, resulting in a cruise […]
Virgin Voyages’ Alaska Cruises Will Start in 2026 with 17 Itineraries
It’s confirmed that Virgin Voyages’ Brilliant Lady will sail to Alaska in 2026, offering 17 sailings to 12 breathtaking destinations. The cruise line’s newest ship, Brilliant Lady, will offer seven- to 12-night cruises from Vancouver and Seattle from May to September 2026. These voyages will transport guests to the beautiful, untouched regions of Alaska and […]
Report Shows 100 Injured, One Dead as Cruise Battled Violent Storm in Bay of Biscay
A marine accident report concluded a cruise ship guest died of injuries sustained during a major storm. The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) said more than 100 guests were injured in a heavy storm in the Bay of Biscay, north of Spain. Eight guests were hospitalized and one of these later died from their injuries. […]
MSC Cruises to Launch First Alaska Season from Seattle in 2026
MSC Cruises has detailed plans for its first-ever Alaska season, offering seven-night sailings from Seattle from May to September 2026. In addition to these Alaskan itineraries, MSC will include two unique repositioning cruises between Miami and Seattle, allowing cruisers to experience both coasts and sail the Panama Canal. Popular ports of call include Juneau, Tracy […]
7 Confessions of a Cruise Baggage Handler
The cruise terminal operates like a well-oiled machine, with cruise baggage handlers and shipboard staff working together to make a seamless experience for embarking and debarking passengers. This team includes crew members onboard cleaning up to 2,000 rooms, luggage delivery crew members onboard, and pier-side workers, such as embarkation staff, parking attendants, line handlers, and […]
Cruise Line Stock Benefits: Perks for Carnival, Royal Caribbean, & Norwegian
Owning cruise line stock can possibly bring financial gains and offer little-known perks, like onboard credit. We will explore the shareholder benefits of owning stock in Carnival Corporation (CCL), Royal Caribbean Group (RCL), and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH). There are plenty of reasons to invest in a company’s stock, but cruise lines offer a […]
Health Warning Issued for Cruise Ship Hot Tubs
US health officials have sounded a warning about private cruise ship hot tubs. Hot tubs have been linked to multiple cases of Legionnaires’ disease, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said. From November 2022 to April 2024, health inspectors recorded eight cases of Legionnaires’ disease on the same cruise ship. This was […]
