A rockslide early Thursday closed the cruise ship dock in Skagway, prompting one vessel to skip that port altogether. Part of the dock was damaged during the slide just before 6:30 a.m., according to Jacqui Taylor, a spokeswoman for dock owners White Pass & Yukon Route Railway. No one was injured as the slide sent rock, dirt and vegetation tumbling from a mountainside above the dock. There … [Read more...]

Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) is pleased to announce that the Dominican Republic will host the 2022 FCCA Cruise Conference, the only official cruise conference representing the Caribbean, Mexico and Central and South America. Taking place in Santo Domingo from October 11-14, the event will feature a series of workshops, networking opportunities and meetings, including one-on-one … [Read more...]

Havila Kystruten has received the necessary certificates from the Norwegian Maritime Directorate, which means that the coastal cruise ship Havila Capella is now fully insured and can restart operations along the Norwegian coast. Havila Capella has been moored at the quay in Bergen since 12th of April, when the insurance companies terminated their contracts on the ship due to the EU’s sanctions … [Read more...]

Sebastian Ebel, currently Chief Financial Officer, is to become CEO of TUI. After around ten years at the helm, Fritz Joussen will hand over his position as CEO of the tourism group at the end of September. He is exercising a right of resignation granted in connection with the conditions of the Corona stabilisation measures. He has informed the Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Dr Dieter … [Read more...]

The third time was the charm. After at least two previous attempts to buy Crystal Cruises, Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio (Forbes Billionaires, #1,929, $1.3b) has bought the bankrupt line’s brand and two ocean vessels, Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony. It marks his third venture on the high seas. In the late 1980s, his family sold Sitmar Cruises to P&O. He then launched Silversea Cruises as … [Read more...]

MSC Cruises is launching a new group booking promotion this summer, giving U.S.-based travel advisors and their group clients access to extra rewards on cruises sailing through November 2023. Incentives include discounted cruise fares, free berths, bonus amenity points, and more. “Travel advisors know the unmatched value of a cruise vacation better than anyone, and our goal at MSC Cruises is to … [Read more...]

“Viking Saturn”, the newest ocean cruise ship which Fincantieri is building for the shipowner Viking, has been floated out today at the shipyard in Ancona at the presence of Torstein Hagen, Chairman of Viking, and Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO of Fincantieri. Godmother of the ceremony was Elena Del Mastro, shipyard employee. The unit will be placed in the small cruise ship segment. As its sister … [Read more...]

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours is partnering with acclaimed television producer and host Debbie Travis for a sailing on the popular Danube river. Known for her groundbreaking Debbie Travis’ Painted House, followed by Debbie Travis’ Facelift and others, Debbie has expanded her entrepreneurial ventures to include home designer, best-selling author, designer of furniture collections, home … [Read more...]

Shortly after news of the entire fleet returning to sea, MSC Cruises announced the relaunch of its popular “Gala Night”, giving guests the perfect excuse to don their favourite elegant outfit and join officers and crew for stylish events and exciting activities taking place throughout the ship. From special dining experiences and unique performances to photo opportunities and parties, guests of … [Read more...]

The AmaLilia is slated to debut in 2024 on the Nile, where it will sail the 11-night cruise and land Secrets of Egypt & Nile itinerary. The itinerary begins with a three-night stay in Cairo where guests will visit the Egyptian Museum along with other historical sites including the pyramids of ancient Memphis, followed by seven nights aboard the AmaLilia before disembarking to spend one final … [Read more...]

Heritage River Journeys is pleased to share an evolution into Antara Luxury River Cruises, India’s only indigenous luxury river cruising firm. Founded by Sri. Raj Singh, acclaimed 40 year tourism industry innovator & wildlife authority; with a vision to curate joyful journeys of discovery & transformation, that regenerate & restore ancient riparian networks & landscapes. Sailing … [Read more...]

Aurora Expeditions is continuing to grow its global presence with the announcement of the hire of Nicolas Bilek, who will drive Business Development for the expedition operator focused specifically on French-speaking markets including France, Belgium, Switzerland and Quebec. Nicolas Bilek brings more than 22 years’ travel industry and expedition experience to the Aurora team in its expansion … [Read more...]

Crystal Cruises Ltd., has offered $13 million to a Florida court, a purchase offer that would include the Crystal Cruises brand, customer list, domain names, social media accounts and other associated assets. The company is part of the new Crystal Cruises start up by A&K Travel Group, the travel company owned by Geoffrey Kent and Heritage (the industrial holding company chaired by Manfredi … [Read more...]

With the start of summer, scooping up one of Italy’s most famous desserts from Gelato onboard Discovery Princess, Enchanted Princess and Sky Princess just got a little sweeter. The Princess Cruises gelato shops have been designated as Ospitalità Italiana, and are the first and only locations to offer an authentic Italian gelato experience outside of Italy. The prestigious Ospitalità Italiana … [Read more...]

Aurora Expeditions, the award-winning Australian adventure travel company, has announced it is growing its UK team with the addition of a new Business Development Manager, Katie Harber. Aurora Expeditions, who recently released a new season of 2023-24 Antarctica and 2023 Arctic & British Isles voyages, is eager to meet the growing appetite for remote wilderness and expedition travel from the … [Read more...]

Aurora Expeditions is partnering with UpSchool, an Australian-based education platform to educate students on the global importance of the Arctic. UpSchool, who also partners with the United Nations Association of Australia, Canva and the Jane Goodall Institute, provides free courses and resources for children and teachers and is currently being used by over 1,000 teachers in 110 different … [Read more...]

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Star Trek: The Cruise and its crew will carry on Star Trek’s storied mission to explore new worlds, seek out new life and new civilizations when the voyage sails from Los Angeles for the very first time next year. Led by Kate Mulgrew, more than 20 stars from across the franchise’s film and television cannon will journey to Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta from February 24 through … [Read more...]

The scrapping of old cruise ships continues full steam ahead as it became clear today another iconic cruise ship will be scrapped in the coming weeks and months. With fuel prices at an all-time high, available crew in short supply, and the world entering a worrying financial period, many cruise ship owners are taking the step to sell their ships as scrap metal. On Saturday, the former Fred. Olsen … [Read more...]

“We are of course very pleased with this decision from Hordaland District Court, which gives us the opportunity to put Havila Capella back into operation along the Norwegian coast as soon as insurance of the ship is finally clarified,” says CEO Bent Martini. “This is a very important decision for Havila Kystruten, for the coastal community and for all our employees who look forward to contributing … [Read more...]