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.
AIDA Cruises has launched its 2027/28 winter programme, featuring more than 300 cruises across a range of destinations including South Africa, the Indian Ocean, Canary Islands, Caribbean, South America, and Northern Europe.
The Musandam Governorate in northern Oman is gearing up for the winter tourism season with a series of new initiatives, infrastructure projects, and heritage site restorations aimed at enhancing its appeal to […]
Carnival Cruise Line’s Mardi Gras has returned to service after completing an extensive dry dock in Marseille, France, that introduced new interconnecting staterooms, redesigned public areas, and a range of upgrades improving accessibility and […]
Silversea has unveiled its largest-ever global deployment, releasing 414 new voyages for the 2027/28 cruise season.
Celebrity Cruises has unveiled a new slate of entertainment experiences aboard Celebrity Xcel, promising the most comprehensive lineup in the brand’s history when the ship enters service in November.
MSC Cruises has confirmed that MSC World Asia, the third ship in its World Class series, will feature the most extensive MSC Yacht Club offering in the company’s history when it enters service […]
Explora Journeys will celebrate the festive season in the Caribbean under the theme Currents of Connection, bringing together guests aboard Explora I and Explora II for voyages that emphasise reflection, discovery, and […]
Disney Cruise Line has taken delivery of its newest ship, Disney Destiny, during a ceremony in Eemshaven, the Netherlands, marking the completion of construction and the formal handover from German shipbuilder Meyer Werft.
The MSC Foundation, part of MSC Cruises, has shared insights from its marine restoration initiatives in The Bahamas at the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi, in the UAE.
Silversea has unveiled an expanded portfolio of global experiences for the coming years, offering travellers an array of cultural, natural, and sporting events across the world.
Viking has taken delivery of two new river ships, Viking Honir and Viking Thoth, further strengthening its leadership in the river cruise sector in Europe and Egypt.
Cruising is entering a new era for South African travellers, as shifting visa rules, evolving tastes, and global accessibility inspire fresh directions for cruise holidays.
Sapphire Princess has returned to service following a two-week drydock in Portland, Oregon, emerging with refreshed interiors and two new specialty restaurants, Makoto Ocean and Crown Grill.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has announced a new partnership with global entertainment company RWS Global to refresh and expand its onboard entertainment programme.
Travelmarvel, part of APT Travel Group, has announced the debut of Travelmarvel Sirius, a new river ship set to cruise the Nile from September 2026.
Cruise executives at a recent Middle East forum, Connections Cruise Arabia pointed to short itineraries and closer alignment with local demand as key tools for building the region’s cruise industry, with Celestyal […]
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has unveiled its 2028 programme, featuring 127 itineraries across all seven continents, with notable returns to South Africa and the Arabian Gulf among the year’s standout routes.
Cape Town has confirmed 72 ship calls for the 2025/26 cruise season so far, with this figure expected to rise as the season progresses, according to Wesgro.
StarDream Cruises is setting its sights on the Middle East’s growing fly-cruise market, with plans to return to Dubai following renewed interest from regional travellers following its rebrand.
Costa Cruises has revealed new details about the forthcoming refit of Costa Serena, which will mark the final phase of its US$230 million fleet modernisation programme launched in 2021.
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