The latest cruise news, from new ship orders, launches, refurbishments, and itineraries to port developments and information, with a focus on the Middle East and Africa.
Azamara has signalled its return to South Africa with Azamara Pursuit’s expected arrival in Cape Town this November, underscoring the city’s growing importance as a global cruise destination.
MSC Euribia is en route to the Middle East for her second winter deployment in the Arabian Gulf, sailing around Africa after plans to transit the Red Sea were cancelled due to […]
Royal Caribbean International has announced its 2027 European cruise programme, unveiling new itineraries that coincide with the debut of the Royal Beach Club Santorini and the return of Legend of the Seas to the […]
MSC Cruises has begun a major refit and refurbishment of MSC Magnifica at Palumbo Malta Shipyard, marking the start of an extensive upgrade programme for the line’s Musica Class ships.
Royal Caribbean Group has announced plans to open Royal Beach Club Santorini in summer 2026, expanding its growing portfolio of land-based destinations and introducing a new way for cruise guests to experience […]
AROYA Cruises has joined forces with the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) and Spain-based Major Sports Cruises to launch a new collaboration integrating luxury cruising, football heritage, and Saudi hospitality centred on the […]
Durban, South Africa is preparing for an influx of visitors as the city launches its Sizzling Summer Campaign and welcomes the start of the 2025/26 cruise season, signalling one of the busiest […]
MSC Cruises is highlighting the return of its exclusive MSC Yacht Club to the Arabian Gulf for the 2025/26 season, positioning it as a key feature of its regional offering.
Celebrity Cruises has taken delivery of Celebrity Xcel at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, while also marking the start of construction on its next Edge Series vessel, Celebrity Xcite.
AIDAluna has arrived at Chantier Naval de Marseille in France to begin a comprehensive seven-week dry dock as part of AIDA Cruises’ AIDA Evolution modernisation programme, the largest fleet upgrade in the […]
Royal Caribbean International has marked a key milestone in its ongoing fleet expansion, cutting the first piece of steel for what will become the seventh ship in its groundbreaking Oasis Class.
Windstar Cruises’ newest ship, Star Seeker, has begun sea trials off the coast of Portugal, marking a key milestone in the boutique cruise line’s fleet expansion programme.
Holland America Line is expanding its culinary and beverage offerings for the 2025/26 Caribbean cruise season, introducing new regional dishes, cocktails, and culinary experiences across its fleet.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Borealis has entered dry dock at Damen Shiprepair Rotterdam for a scheduled maintenance and refurbishment period ahead of her winter deployment.
Further details have been reported about the ongoing refit of Disney Fantasy, currently in drydock at the Damen Shiprepair yard in Brest, France.
Celestyal Cruises has confirmed that both its vessels, Celestyal Journey and Celestyal Discovery, will sail through the Red Sea without passengers ahead of the start of their 2025/26 winter deployment in the […]
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Holland America Line has announced a partnership with Pan Am to launch a month-long Caribbean voyage retracing the routes of the airline’s iconic Clipper flying boats.
Cruise lines are reshaping the role of casinos at sea, transforming them from tucked-away gaming rooms into design-led entertainment hubs that sit at the heart of the onboard experience.
Egypt’s resurgence as a cruise destination is gathering pace, with Alexandria Port recording multiple high-profile visits this autumn, signalling renewed confidence in the country’s Mediterranean and Red Sea potential after a decade […]
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