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Honoring Jimmy Buffett’s Vision, Margaritaville at Sea Islander Earns Top Family Cruise Ship

Large cruise ship named "Norwegian Getaway" sailing in clear blue waters under a partly cloudy sky, adorned with colorful artwork featuring palm trees and ocean scenes—perfect for fans of Margaritaville at Sea.

Margaritaville at Sea Islander has been named the “Best Cruise Ship for Families” in the 2025 Newsweek Readers’ Choice Awards, beating out several larger and more established cruise lines. The award, determined by a panel of industry experts and public voting, highlights the ship’s focus on multi-generational travel and family-friendly entertainment. Launched in June 2024, […]

How Mexico’s 2025 Seaweed Season Could Impact Cruise Passengers

A person rakes seaweed on a sandy beach lined with lounge chairs and umbrellas. Some people relax under the shade. Palm trees sway in the breeze, and a wooden pier extends into the ocean. The sky is partly cloudy.

The Mexican Navy and Quintana Roo authorities are ramping up efforts to combat seaweed, the floating macroalgae that has impacted beaches across the Caribbean in recent years. With the 2025 seaweed season expected to begin in April, officials are implementing containment measures to protect key tourist destinations, including Cozumel and Costa Maya. The annual appearance […]

Cruise Stocks Plunge After U.S. Tax Crackdown Announcement

An aerial view of two docked Carnival Corporation cruise ships at a bustling harbor. The ships, side by side, showcase their decks with pools, lounging areas, and various facilities. The dock extends between them with several people visible on the pier, as the ocean investment surrounds the scene.

Shares of major cruise lines sharply declined on Thursday after U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced that the Trump administration plans to require cruise companies to pay their share of U.S. income taxes. The move, which would end a long-standing industry practice of registering ships under foreign flags to avoid domestic tax obligations, sent investors […]

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Donates $50,000 to Alaska Raptor Center for Wildlife Conservation

A large white cruise ship from Norwegian Cruise Line sails through calm waters, surrounded by a scenic landscape of green, forested mountains under a cloudy sky.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings announced Tuesday that it has contributed $50,000 to the Alaska Raptor Center in Sitka to support wildlife conservation and educational initiatives. The funding will help develop a self-guided interpretive nature trail on the center’s 17-acre property, expanding public access to information on raptor rehabilitation and environmental stewardship. The Alaska Raptor Center, a nonprofit […]

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 […]