Carnival Launches 4-Day Unwrap Fun Sale With Up to 40% Off
Carnival’s holiday flash sale shows how cruise lines are leaning on quick-hit perks to lock in bookings years ahead, even as peak-season demand keeps fares elevated.
Coast Guard Airlifts Pacific World Passenger in Septic Shock Off Kauai
The rescue highlights how long-distance cruises depend on Hawaii's Coast Guard as a floating emergency room, bridging the gap when shipboard care is not enough.
Aman Opens Amangati Bookings for 2027 Mediterranean Voyages
Aman’s move into yachting signals a broader land-to-sea push by luxury hotel brands, as ultra-small ships chase event weeks and ports big cruise liners miss.
Carnival Warns Long Beach Cruisers of Limited Terminal Parking
Holiday sailings are exposing how quickly Long Beach’s cruise hub can outgrow its parking footprint, a reminder that West Coast demand is testing port infrastructure.
Adora Mediterranea Launches Lingnan Heritage Sailings from Guangzhou
As China’s homeport cruise market rebounds, Adora is betting that authentic Lingnan heritage onboard can turn a short sea getaway into a Greater Bay Area cultural showcase.
Cunard Offers Up to $600 Onboard Credit for 2026-27 Sailings
As rivals flood the market with early-booking deals, Cunard is pairing its signature heritage with onboard perks to secure long-lead demand and protect premium pricing.
Crown Princess Returns After Singapore Dry Dock With New Venues
The overhaul underscores how cruise lines are refreshing older ships to defend market share as Australia and Southeast Asia compete for capacity, with Singapore a key hub.
AIDAdiva Becomes Line's First Ship to Transit Panama Canal
AIDA is betting its smaller ships can stay competitive as cruise lines chase new megaships, using sweeping refits to add premium spaces and onboard technology.
Fred. Olsen Offers Up to £200 Onboard Credit on 100+ Sailings
Onboard credit has become the British cruise market’s new battleground as lines add bundled perks and adults-only options to stand out without cutting fares.
Egypt Probes Nile Cruise Ship Collision Near Esna Lock After Death
The deadly collision puts a spotlight on safety enforcement at Nile lock bottlenecks, a critical test for Egypt’s revived winter cruise tourism and traveler confidence.
California Air Guard Hoists 79-Year-Old off Ruby Princess in Fog
The rescue underscores how a medical crisis at sea can turn into an aviation mission, with West Coast responders bridging the gap when cruise ships are far beyond shore-based care.
Holland America’s 2026 Europe Cruise Bookings Jump Over a Third
Europe cruising is turning into a race for immersive itineraries, with longer port time and curated history-led excursions becoming key differentiators as travelers book earlier.