AIDA Cruises has confirmed the refit schedule for two more ships, AIDAluna and AIDAbella, as part of its massive AIDA Evolution upgrade programme, the largest in the cruise line’s history.
AIDAluna and AIDAbella next for refit as part of AIDA Evolution fleet upgrade project
Disney Dream to get new kids areas, funnel suite, spa and dining in major refit
Disney Dream is set to recieve a plethora of updates and new public spaces and amenities during a major refit in late 2024, according to the Disney Parks Blog.
Fred Olsen Cruise Line offers Cape Town-Southampton leg on 2025 World Cruise
Fred Olsen Cruise Line has announced three new shorter cruises on board Bolette as part of her first 106-night world voyage, with one of the legs departing from Cape Town for Southampton.
Refurbished Crystal Symphony to cruise from Cape Town in late 2024 on Red Sea concerns
Crystal Cruises has announced that a series of voyage in the Middle East and Indian Ocean in late 2024 and early 2025 have been cancelled due to ongoing security concerns in the […]
Oceania Cruises floats out new ship Allura at Fincantieri shipyard in Italy
Oceania Cruises‘ new ship, the second vessel in the new Allura-class and a sister ship to Vista, has been floated out at the Fincantieri shipyard in Sestri Ponente, Italy.
Celestyal Cruises offering up to 50% off on 2024/25 Arabian Gulf cruise season
Celestyal Cruises has launched a new summer promotion offering up to 50% savings on its Arabian Gulf itineraries for the 2024/25 cruise season.
Durban 2023/24 cruise season exceeds expected port calls by 50%
The 2023/24 cruise season in Durban has officially closed with the departure of Oceania Nautica on May 16th following a port call as part of her repositioning for Europe.
Saudi Arabia’s upcoming cruise ship enters dry dock ahead of debut in Red Sea
Saudi Arabia’s first ever cruise ship, the upcoming Manara, has entered dry dock in Germany ahead of her December debut in Jeddah, where she will sail roundtrip cruises in the Red Sea.
AED431 million contract awarded to improve access to Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded an AED431 million contract to build a 1.5 kilometre bridge that will provide Dubai Harbour with direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road, the main […]
Crystal cancels several Middle East 2024/25 itineraries due to Red Sea security concerns
Crystal Cruises has replaced a set of itineraries aboard Crystal Symphony that were scheduled to sail through the Red Sea in late 2024 and early 2025, due to ongoing security concerns in […]
Disney Cruise Line reveals details about upcoming Disney Treasure and Adventure
Disney Cruise Line has revealed dining and entertainment details for its upcoming cruise ship Disney Treasure, a sister ship to Disney Wish, as well as itinerary and onboard details for the upcoming […]
Crystal Cruises places order with Italian shipyard Fincantieri for two newbuild vessels
Crystal Cruises is bouncing back strong from its suspension of services with an order for two ships from Fincantieri, and an option for a third.
Celestyal Cruises announces major expansion in Arabian Gulf with two ships for 2025
Celestyal Cruises is increasing its Arabian Gulf deployment to two ships for the 2025/26 Middle East cruise season, with roundtrip itineraries out of Abu Dhabi in the UAE and Doha in Qatar.
Viking order two more ships from Fincantieri with delivery due in 2028 and 2029
Viking Ocean Cruises has signed an agreement with the Italian shipyard Fincantieri for the construction of two new cruise ships, according to a press release.
Oceania cruise ship outbound from Cape Town rescues 68 migrants in Atlantic
The Oceania Cruises ship Insignia has rescued 68 people that were adrift in the Atlantic approximately 440 miles south of Tenerife in the Canary Islands, a few weeks after setting sail on […]
Regent Seven Seas Cruises announces new Prestige ship class to debut in 2026
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has signed a deal with Italian shipyard Fincantieri to add a new ship class called Prestige to its fleet, with the first vessel due for delivery in 2026.
Explora II delivery pushed back to September to allow more time for fit and finish
Explora Journeys, the new luxury cruise line under the MSC Cruises umbrella, has announced that the delivery of its next ship, Explora II, will be delayed until September.
Oceania Cruises updates menu options at Terrace Cafe and Waves poolside grill
Oceania Cruises is expanding its culinary offering with new sushi and Indian cuisine options at Terrace Café and an updated poolside lunch menu at Waves Grill across its fleet in a push […]
Historic Sea Cloud sailing cruise ship to undergo life-extending refurbishment in 2025
Sea Cloud Cruises’ has announced that its classic sailing cruise ship Sea Cloud will undergo an extensive refit and refurbishment following her 2025 European season.
Saudi hotel developer reveals ambitious plans for mammoth cruising hotel resort
The Saudi Arabian hotel developer Al-Othaim Investment has announced ambitious plans to build a mammoth cruising hotel resort featuring a shopping mall, apartments, villas, and even a commercial office complex.
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