A 72-year-old cruise passenger has been medically evacuated from the German cruise ship AIDAstella cruising off the coast of Cape Agulhas.
Elderly cruise passenger airlifted off AIDAstella cruise ship off Cape Agulhas
Norwegian Cruise Line changes more itineraries for 2024/25 South African cruise season
Norwegian Cruise Line has made substantial adjustments to Norwegian Sky’s 2024 Grand Voyage from Lisbon to Cape Town.
Western Cape expects R1.3 billion cash injection as 2024/25 cruise season kicks off
As the 2024/25 cruise season launches, Cape Town’s cruise industry continues to show its growing impact on the Western Cape economy, contributing an estimated R1.32 billion in its most recent iteration.
Anthem of the Seas becomes largest cruise ship ever to dock in South Africa
Anthem of the Seas, a Quantum class cruise liner operated by Royal Caribbean International docked in Cape Town this week, becoming the largest cruise ship ever to visit a South African port.
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.
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.
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 […]
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.
Royal Caribbean International returns to South Africa to avoid Red Sea crisis
Royal Caribbean International is re-entering the South African cruise market with Voyager of the Seas sailing a Cape Town itinerary in late 2025.
Cunard Line reveals 40 new itineraries for 2026/27 including Cape Town and Durban
Cunard Line has revealed 40 new itineraries for the 2026/27 cruise season, including voyages from Cape Town, and port calls to Durban in South Africa.
Hapag-Lloyd sends Europa into dry dock for refit ahead of 2025 Cape Town cruises
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has sent Europa into dry dock in Germany for a three-week overhaul in Bremerhaven that will see the ship’s machinery and equipment upgraded and reclassed.
Cunard replaces Dubai with Cape Town on 2026 Queen Mary 2 and Queen Anne cruises
Cunard Line has modified two itineraries for its World Cruises in 2026 aboard Queen Mary 2 and Queen Anne, due to the security crisis in the Red Sea, which prevents cruise lines […]
Norwegian Cruise Line adds Cape Town sailings for 2024/25 South Africa cruise season
Norwegian Cruise Line has expanded its South African cruise offerings for the upcoming 2024/25 cruise season, with two ships set to sail voyages from Cape Town.
Cruise Cape Town partnership launched to capitalise on growing interest in SA itineraries
Cape Town’s cruise sector is set for major growth as the new Cruise Cape Town initiative, a public-private partnership, aims to attract more cruise lines, boost the local economy, and promote sustainable […]
MSC Cruises cancels MSC Musica repositioning from South Africa at end of 2024/25 season
MSC Cruises has cancelled its 24-night repositioning voyage aboard MSC Musica from Durban to Genoa, which was due to depart in April next year at the end of the upcoming 2024/25 South […]
Africa emerging as new cruise hotspot amid Red Sea security concerns
As the security situation in the Red Sea prompts cruise lines to rethink their routes, Africa is growing in popularity as an emerging cruise destination.
Azamara offering $500 credit toward South African shore excursions for 2024/25
Azamara is offering up to $500 onboard credit and a choice of complimentary Wi-Fi, or a Premium Beverage Package, for guests that book a veranda or suite until September 30th, 2024 on […]
Cape Town V&A cruise hub to move ahead with R20 billion redevelopment in 2025
Cape Town’s top tourism and cruise hub the V&A Waterfront will move ahead with the next phase of its R20 billion redevelopment next year.
Demand surging for Silversea on West African itineraries out of Cape Town
Silversea is experiencing a resurgence of demand for its West African itineraries out of Cape Town, after they were reinstated in 2025 following the COVID-19 pandemic.
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