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Cruise Passenger Awarded Six-Figure Pay Out After Carnival Ship Fall

A brightly lit Carnival ship sails through a channel beside a sandy beach and a city with tall buildings. Several people are visible on the top deck as the city and coastline stretch into the distance.

Carnival Corp has been ordered to pay almost $350,000 in damages to a guest involved in a slip-and-fall incident during a Caribbean cruise. The line was found liable for multiple injuries suffered by plaintiff, Vivian Ruiz Rondon, during a sailing in May 2023. Guest Suffered Injuries in a Fall The cruise company hasn’t ruled out […]

Bahamas Enforces Mandatory Maritime Pilot Rule for All Cruise Ships and Private Destinations

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The Bahamian government has begun enforcing a maritime pilot requirement that makes the service mandatory for all vessels entering the country’s ports, including cruise ships visiting private destinations. According to a report by The Tribune 242, this new measure was introduced earlier this month and represents a major milestone for the maritime industry in the […]

Iron Chef Morimoto, Jacques Torres Join Holland America 2026 Grand Voyages

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Holland America Line is elevating its legendary Grand Voyages in 2026 by incorporating celebrity chefs and culinary experts into select segments, offering exclusive dining experiences for passengers on these epic journeys. Star-Studded Culinary Lineup The cruise line has announced that Iron Chef star Masaharu Morimoto, acclaimed Seattle restaurateur Ethan Stowell, master tea blender Steve Schwartz, […]

Star Princess Officially Delivered to Princess Cruises at Italian Shipyard

The Star Princess, featuring multiple decks with balconies and orange lifeboats, glides through calm, clear water under a clear sky. Its striking blue wave designs shine as it completes sea trials ahead of its inaugural sailings.

Star Princess – the second Sphere-Class ship in the Princess Cruises fleet – was officially delivered today during a celebratory handover ceremony at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy. Star Princess is the 17th ship for the line, following the 2024 debut of Sun Princess. “Today is a proud moment for Princess as we welcome […]

Margaritaville at Sea Expands to Miami with Eastern Caribbean Cruises

A large Margaritaville at Sea cruise ship decorated with colorful beach-themed graphics sails on calm blue water under a partly cloudy sky, with distant land visible on the horizon.

Margaritaville at Sea is bringing its largest ship yet to Miami, with the new flagship Beachcomber set to begin Eastern and Southern Caribbean sailings from PortMiami in 2027. Longer Cruises to New Destinations The over 100,000-gross-ton Beachcomber will offer 4- to 8-night itineraries to destinations the cruise line has never visited before, including St. Maarten, […]

Hurricane Humberto & Tropical System Cruise Itinerary Changes [September 2025]

Satellite image of a large hurricane over the Atlantic Ocean near Florida and the Bahamas, with “HURRICANE SEASON” in bold white letters over the storm, highlighting potential Cruise Itinerary Changes during Tropical Storm events.

Multiple cruise ships have adjusted their itineraries this week due to Hurricane Humberto and a developing tropical system (AL94) near the Bahamas, which is expected to become Tropical Storm Imelda. Ships sailing from Port Canaveral, Miami, and Cape Liberty have made significant route changes to ensure passenger safety and comfort. The developing system currently has […]

Celestyal Brings Two Ships to Arabian Gulf with 211% Capacity Increase

Aerial view of the Celestyal Discovery cruise ship returning to service, docked at a port. The vessel boasts a sleek white and blue exterior with premium accommodations, including a sun deck and swimming pool area on the upper deck. The surrounding water is calm, and the sky is clear.

Celestyal is doubling down on the Arabian Gulf with an expansion that brings both Celestyal Journey and Celestyal Discovery to the region for the 2025/26 winter season, representing a massive 211% capacity increase over last year. Two Ships, Three Different Itineraries The deployment includes both the 1,260-guest Celestyal Journey and 1,360-guest Celestyal Discovery beginning in […]

Celebrity Opens 2027 River Cruise Sales After Record-Breaking Demand

A modern river cruise ship sails on a calm river at sunset, passing historic European buildings, including a large, ornate parliament structure—an idyllic scene for the 2027 river cruise season and upcoming cruise sales.

Celebrity River Cruises opened its remaining 2027 inventory to the public on Thursday after an unprecedented demand surge that saw Priority Booking Access sell out in just six minutes earlier this month. Massive Demand for Debut River Season The overwhelming response to Celebrity’s first-ever river cruises demonstrates just how eager travelers are to experience the […]

Royal Caribbean Secures a Decade of Shipbuilding at Meyer Turku Shipyard

A large cruise ship named "Star of the Seas," part of Royal Caribbean, is docked at Meyer Turku Shipyard beside another vessel. Several cranes surround the ships, with industrial buildings and a forested area in the background, highlighting modern shipbuilding.

Royal Caribbean Group has locked in its shipbuilding future with a major new framework agreement that secures construction slots at Finland’s Meyer Turku shipyard through 2036, including confirmation of a fifth Icon Class vessel. Icon 5 Confirmed for 2028 Delivery The agreement confirms an order for Icon 5, scheduled for delivery in 2028 subject to […]

Virgin Voyages Rolls Out Tiered Pricing, New Bar Tab Perk and Tipping Policy

A large white and red cruise ship named "Brilliant Lady" sails on the ocean under a partly cloudy blue sky, with the coastline visible in the distance.

Citing travel agent and guest demand, Virgin Voyages is about to change the way they price bookings. Beginning October 7, the line will offer three different tiers, ranging from Basic to Premium. What Each Pricing Tier Offers The new pricing system — dubbed VoyageFair Choices — will be in place for Sea Terrace (read: balcony) and […]