Viking has signed a newbuild contract with Fincantieri for the construction of two new cruise ships to the same design as its existing fleet of nine ocean cruise ships, with options for […]
Viking orders two more ships from Fincantieri, with four-ship option through 2032
MSC Cruises cancels Dubai-Kiel 2025 repositioning cruise on Red Sea security crisis
MSC Cruises has cancelled MSC Euribia’s repositioning voyage from Dubai to Kiel at the end of her Arabian Gulf cruise season in April, 2025, due to ongoing security fears in the Red Sea.
Norwegian Aqua and Luna to debut cutting-edge game zones and reimagined spaces
Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed details about the new onboard experiences and expanded venues that will be featured aboard its upcoming ships, Norwegian Aqua and Norwegian Luna.
Cape Town wins Africa’s Leading Cruise Port award again ahead of bumper season
Cape Town has once again been recognised as a top destination for cruise travellers, with the Port of Cape Town winning the title of Africa’s Leading Cruise Port at the 2024 World […]
Arrival in Cape Town of World Odyssey marks start to 2024/25 South African cruise season
South Africa’s 2024/25 cruise season has officially begun with the arrival this week of World Odyssey in Cape Town.
Regent Seven Seas marks steel cutting for new Prestige class Seven Seas Prestige
Regent Seven Seas Cruises and the Italian shipyard Fincantieri have celebrated the steel cutting for Seven Seas Prestige, the first of two Prestige class ships and the first new class of ship […]
Princess Cruises reveals new experiences and spaces debuting aboard Star Princess
Princess Cruises has revealed some of the new features debuting aboard Star Princess, the second ship in its new Sphere class, due for delivery in late 2025.
MSC Cruises reveals unique US-focused experiences aboard upcoming MSC World America
MSC World America will debut several new features tailored to meet the preferences of the US market and enhance the onboard experience for guests when she debuts in Miami in April 2025.
Norwegian Cruise Line amends itinerary for Norwegian Dawn’s South African season
Norwegian Cruise Line has informed guests booked on upcoming sailings of the Norwegian Dawn that significant itinerary changes will impact itineraries between Port Louis, Mauritius, and Cape Town, South Africa.
Albatros Expeditions to offer first Halal-certified cruise to Antarctica
Albatros Expeditions has announced that it will sail its first Halal-certified cruise to Antarctica in 2026, with no pork products onboard, specially trained chefs, and dedicated women-only hours for the spa.
MSC Cruises replaces MSC Musica with MSC Opera for 2025/26 South African season
MSC Cruises has confirmed MSC Opera will homeport in Durban and Cape Town for the 2025/26 winter cruise season in South Africa, replacing MSC Musica which has been deployed to the country […]
SS Tilawa Foundation to hold commemoration of sinking in Durban for first time
The S.S. Tilawa Foundation, in collaboration with Tilawa 1942, will commemorate the 1942 loss of the passenger liner in Durban for the first time on November 23rd, 2024.
Disney Cruise Line reveals entertainment and key attractions aboard new Disney Adventure
Disney Cruise Line has revealed the features and attractions aboard Disney Adventure, its first ship exclusively for the Asian market, which will sail its maiden voyage from Singapore on December 15th, 2025.
Wind Surf first of three Windstar sailing ships to undergo major refit and refurbishment
Windstar Cruises is sending its classic sailing cruise ship Wind Surf to Cadiz, Spain in November for the first phase of a major bow-to-stern refit and refurbishment.
Upcoming Norwegian Luna to feature Aqua Slidecoaster, free-fall slide The Drop and more
Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed a range of activities and attractions aboard its new cruise ship Norwegian Luna, due for delivery in 2026.
Dubai immigration digitalises passenger processing, shortening disembarkation times
The introduction of the Portable Marina by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) in Dubai has cut passenger processing times at Dubai Cruise Terminal and Dubai Harbour to under […]
P&O Cruises reveals overnight stay in Cape Town amid new winter 2026/27 cruises
P&O Cruises new collection of winter 2026/27 itineraries is available for pre-registration from 8:30am October 14th, 2024, with Galveston, Texas and Port Vila, Vanuatu as new destinations, plus six new-for-this-season ports and […]
Oasis of the Seas arrives in Cádiz for refit and refurbishment at Navantia shipyard
Oasis of the Seas, the class leader of Royal Caribbean International’s Oasis class, has arrived at the Navantia shipyard in Cádiz for her scheduled drydocking.
Exclusive MSC Privé Lounge introduced at Durban’s cruise terminal for 2024/25 season
MSC Cruises will enhance the embarkation experience aboard its popular ship, MSC Musica, with the introduction of the MSC Privé Lounge at Durban’s Nelson Mandela Cruise Terminal this coming cruise season.
Hurtigruten updates Sea Zero plans for groundbreaking zero-emission cruise ship by 2030
Hurtigruten has released its updated plans for the Sea Zero project, a zero-emission ship scheduled to debut in 2030. The vessel, which is still in its research and development phase, will utilise large […]
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