The launch of the new Galataport cruise terminal in Istanbul has had a major impact on the recovery of Turkiye’s cruise sector, with more than 200 cruise calls scheduled through the rest […]
New Galataport cruise terminal in Istanbul boosts Turkish cruise recovery
Costa Toscana christened in Spain ahead of winter season in Dubai
Costa Cruises has christened its new cruise ship Costa Toscana in Barcelona, Spain during her inaugural summer cruise season in the Mediterranean, and winter deployment to the Arabian Gulf.
Carnival Cruise Line holds coin ceremony for new ship Carnival Celebration
Carnival Cruise Line has held a coin laying ceremony for its new cruise ship Carnival Celebration, at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland where the ship is being built.
Silversea Cruises to purchase Crystal Endeavor in expedition cruise expansion
Silversea Cruises is set to acquire Crystal Cruises’ luxury expedition ship Crystal Endeavor, following the bankruptcy of the cruise line’s parent company Genting Hong Kong.
Norwegian Viva debut delayed as supply chain issues impact shipyard
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced that its second Prima-class cruise ship Norwegian Viva will be delayed by two weeks due to delays at the shipyard caused by the ongoing global supply chain […]
Silversea reveals Arabian and African maiden calls for 2023 and 2024
Silversea Cruises has released its full selection of cruise itineraries for 2023 and 2024, with 280 voyages to 690 destinations in 125 countries, including maiden calls in Arabia and Africa.
Ponant announces Arabia-focused Smithsonian Journeys cruise from Dubai
The luxury French cruise line Ponant has teamed up with Smithsonian Journeys to offer a series of co-branded, destination-immersive sailings, one of which will feature the Arabian Gulf.
Cape Town cruises for 2022/23 season
While 2021/22 was a disappointment for the South African cruise sector thanks to the Omicron variant, 2022/23 is looking to be much better, with 48 roundtrip itineraries scheduled.
MSC Bellissima nears end of first ever Middle East summer cruise season
MSC Bellissima will soon wrap up her summer Middle East cruise season out of Dubai, becoming the first cruise ship ever to homeport in the Arabian Gulf into the summer.
Brand new luxury ship World Traveller to cruise to and from Cape Town in 2024
The upcoming luxury expedition cruise ship World Traveller of Atlas Ocean Voyages will cruise to and from Cape Town at the end of her Antarctica season in March, 2024.
Disney Cruise Line takes delivery of ground-breaking new ship Disney Wish
Disney Cruise Line’s new cruise ship Disney Wish has been delivered by Meyer Werft at a traditional handover ceremony in the storied German port of Bremerhaven.
Carnival Cruise Line announces new Gateway Zone for Carnival Celebration
Carnival Cruise Line has revealed a new ‘zone’ aboard its upcoming Excellence-class cruise ship Carnival Celebration, a sister ship to Mardi Gras.
Silversea reveals eight dining experiences aboard new ship Silver Nova
Silver Nova, the new, first of its class cruise ship for luxury cruise line Silversea, will offer eight signature restaurants, serving a variety of cuisines and offering a range of indoor and […]
Virgin Voyages delays Resilient Lady debut over supply chain and demand shortages
The debut of Virgin Voyages’ third cruise ship, Resilient Lady, has been delayed by almost a year as the cruise line contends with crew shortages, supply chain issues, and demand impacted by […]
MSC luxury line Explora Journeys launches first cruise ship Explora I
The first ship for Explora Journeys, MSC Cruises’ new luxury subsidiary, has been launched at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy.
Holland America gives new ship royal christening in the Netherlands
The newest Holland America Line cruise ship, Rotterdam, has been christened in her namesake city by Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet of the Netherlands.
New Durban Eye Ferris wheel to be built next to cruise terminal
Plans for a multi-million-rand Ferris wheel on the beachfront promenade in Durban have been announced by the City of Ethekwini.
Middle East-bound Blue World Ocean Voyages opens cruise ship residences for sale
Blue World Ocean Voyages, which is planning to launch services from the Middle East in 2023, has opened its cruise ship residences for sale.
Virgin Voyages sails from Barcelona for first time with Valiant Lady
Virgin Voyages has marked the start of its first homeporting season in Barcelona with Valiant Lady, which launched service in the Western Mediterranean on May 15th.
Saudi Arabia reportedly in talks with Carnival Corp to purchase Seabourn brand
There are reportedly ongoing talks between Carnival Corporation and Saudi Arabia for the kingdom to purchase the cruise company’s ultra-luxury brand Seabourn.
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