The major disruption to cruise itineraries in the Eastern Mediterranean due to the Israel-Hamas conflict has had little impact on the 2023/24 Middle East cruise season in the Arabian Gulf, but that […]
Israel-Hamas war begins to impact wider Middle East cruise industry
Middle East included among new Azamara Grand Voyages for 2024 and 2025
Azamara has announced new Grand Voyages of 35 to 70 nights for 2024 and 2025, including an East to West itinerary that calls at several ports in the Middle East.
MSC Cruises says no plans to pull out of Middle East as Windstar cancels season
Windstar Cruises has confirmed the cancellation of its upcoming debut Middle East cruise season on the back of deteriorating regional security, while MSC Cruises insists its Dubai cruises will go ahead as […]
Royal Caribbean switches to humanitarian work in Israel, AIDA cancels calls
Royal Caribbean has confirmed the cancellation of the remainder of its Israeli cruise season, with Rhapsody of the Seas switching from cruise operations to humanitarian work, while AIDA Cruises has confirmed the […]
TUI Cruises breaks naming convention for eighth cruise ship, Mein Schiff Relax
TUI Cruises has moved away from its traditional naming convention for its eighth cruise ship, revealing its name as Mein Schiff Relax rather than giving it a numbered name. Mein Schiff Relax […]
New Sun Princess to feature Victorian Spellbound bar blending magic and mixology
When Princess Cruises’ new ship Sun Princess debuts in early 2024 she’ll feature a new social and entertainment venue called Spellbound by Magic Castle.
Disney Cruise Line reveal dining, entertainment, other features aboard Disney Treasure
Disney Cruise Line has revealed the range of entertainment, dining and relaxation venues aboard its newest ship Disney Treasure, scheduled to sail her maiden voyage on December 21st, 2024.
TUI Cruises latest to pull out of Israel, while MSC Cruises confirms changes to itineraries
TUI Cruises has joined several other cruise lines in cancelling its port calls in Israel following the Hamas terrorist attacks on Saturday and the resulting escalation in military conflict during the week.
P&O Cruises releases 2025/26 cruise collection with new Dubai shore excursions
P&O Cruises has released its new collection of voyages for winter 2025/26 featuring new ports of call and itineraries, along with more extended stays in port to experience more of the activities and culture in a destination.
Port Victoria in Seychelles to introduce Cruise Village for coming season
Port Victoria, the capital of the Seychelles has announced plans to establish a Cruise Village adjacent the cruise terminal for the 2023/24 cruise season, in order to ensure passengers deal with licensed […]
Cruise lines pull ships out of Israel amid terror attacks and Hamas conflict
Royal Caribbean and Celestial Cruises have announced the cancellation of multiple voyages from or to Israel following the outbreak of armed conflict in the country over the weekend.
South Africa ‘only scratching the surface’ when it comes to cruise tourism
As the next cruise season approaches, the Western Cape is keen on capitalizing on the untapped potential of cruise tourism, an industry which, according to local officials, has only begun to show […]
Entertainment concepts revealed for TUI’s largest new cruise ship Mein Schiff 8
TUI Cruises has revealed some of the entertainment concepts that will debut aboard its upcoming cruise ship Mein Schiff 8, including a burlesque-style show lounge, hexagonal theater, and an intimate lecture theatre […]
Amera of Phoenix Reisen goes into dry dock for major mid-life overhaul
Phoenix Reisen’s 25-year-old veteran cruise ship Amera has entered dry dock at the Remontowa shipyard in Gdansk, Poland, where she will undergo a comprehensive refit and refurbishment.
Norwegian Cruise Line re-categorises spa cabins fleetwide to free up capacity
Norwegian Cruise Line is set to shake things up on its ships with a cabin recategorization aimed at improving access to its Mandara Spa and Salon’s Thermal Suite.
Royal Caribbean to name second Icon-class ship Star of the Seas amid record demand
Royal Caribbean has revealed the name of its second Icon-class cruise ship as Star of the Seas, getting ahead of record demand following the release of itineraries for her sister ship Icon […]
Cunard reveals details about reimagined Mareel spa concept aboard Queen Anne
Cunard has revealed the reimaged Mareel wellness offering onboard its upcoming cruise ship Queen Anne.
Luxury cruise start-up Orient Express confirms LNG engines for both vessels
Two new sail-assisted luxury cruise ships for Orient Express will be powered by Wärtsilä’s 25DF dual-fuel (LNG) engine, the most efficient and environmentally friendly marine engine in its class.
Indian cruise line Cordelia Cruises set to return to the Middle East in 2024
Cordelia Cruises will return to Dubai next year with a series of cruises to the Middle East planned for its single cruise ship Empress.
South Africa’s Western Cape had biggest cruise season on record in 2022/23
The Western Cape in South Africa saw its best cruise season on record during 2022/23, with more port calls, passenger numbers and revenue than any past season.
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