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Africa and Arabia are set to feature more prominently in global luxury cruise itineraries, with Regent Seven Seas Cruises outlining new regional sailings as part of its 2028/29 deployment programme.
AD Ports Group has launched cruise operations across three Egyptian Red Sea ports, marking an expansion of its regional tourism and maritime network.
For an industry that serves millions of meals every day, food waste has long been one of cruising’s most complex operational challenges.
Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem have returned to service following scheduled drydock periods, with both vessels introducing Norwegian Cruise Line’s Vibe Beach Club as part of wider refurbishment work.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has partnered with Italian bedmaker Flou to introduce a new sleep-focused accommodation concept aboard its upcoming vessel Seven Seas Prestige, scheduled to launch in December 2026.
Women are emerging as the dominant segment in South Africa’s cruise market, as passenger demand continues to grow and Durban consolidates its position as the country’s primary cruise hub.
Crystal Serenity has called at Sokhna Port, marking a high-profile visit that underscores Egypt’s growing role in regional cruise tourism and maritime connectivity.
MSC Seashore has introduced two new complimentary fast-casual dining venues as part of wider efforts by MSC Cruises to expand onboard food options and improve service flexibility.
TUI Group’s cruise division posted strong growth despite Middle East disruption, signalling continued confidence in underlying demand.
Dubai-based Cruise Master has expanded its expedition cruise portfolio through a new partnership with Lindblad Expeditions, targeting growing demand for remote and experience-led travel among GCC-based travellers.
Disruption to the cruise sector in the Arabian Gulf is prompting cruise lines to reassess regional deployments, with southern Africa emerging as an area of growing interest.
More than 300 tourism leaders gathered aboard Crystal Serenity in Egypt to discuss recovery across the Middle East amid ongoing geopolitical disruption.
Cunard has announced its 2028 deployment programme, featuring 190 voyages across 36 countries and a major fleet gathering in Liverpool that will bring together all four Cunard Queens for the first time.
Silversea has completed a refit and refurbishment of Silver Spirit, introducing the line’s S.A.L.T. culinary programme to the vessel for the first time alongside new dining concepts and updated public spaces.
Cape Town features prominently in the inaugural 2028/29 deployment of Atlas Ocean Voyages’ newest expedition yacht, with the city included in multiple African itineraries during the vessel’s first season.
South African health authorities have become central to the international response to the hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius, as officials work alongside the World Health Organization (WHO) and overseas agencies […]
AROYA Cruises has resumed operations from Jeddah after Aroya returned to the Red Sea following nearly two months in the Arabian Gulf.
Phoenix Reisen has sent the Amera into dry dock in Marseille for a major refurbishment programme valued at approximately €15 million (US$17 million).
A suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship off West Africa has escalated, with additional cases identified and further medical evacuations under consideration.
South African health authorities are treating cruise passengers after a suspected hantavirus outbreak linked to a vessel sailing the Atlantic Ocean.
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