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Global Ports Holding Names Tinaztepe to Fund Expansion
As governments turn to private partners for cruise port upgrades, capital access is becoming a decisive advantage in the race for long-term concessions.
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Carnival Marks Anzac Day With Dawn Services at Sea
As Carnival grows in Australia, the at-sea ceremonies show how cruise lines are adapting shipboard life to reflect national traditions and local expectations.
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FBI Investigates Fatal Carnival Firenze Balcony Fall Near Catalina
The case highlights how serious incidents aboard cruise ships can quickly become federal matters, even as families and fellow passengers continue through scheduled voyages.
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Juneau Opens 2026 Cruise Season Under Daily Passenger Caps
Juneau’s new limits signal a maturing Alaska cruise market, where ports are trying to smooth peak crowds without stepping back from tourism’s economic pull.
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Celestyal Opens Iconic Sale on 178 Mediterranean and Adriatic Cruises
The broad promotion signals Celestyal’s push to rebuild momentum in its home region after a disrupted spring, as Mediterranean demand keeps cruise lines competing for early planners.
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AIDA to Air Germany’s 2026 World Cup Matches on Select Cruises
By turning World Cup nights into shared onboard experiences, AIDA is leaning into football’s pull in the German market to make summer cruises feel more locally connected.
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P&O Cruises Adds Jason Manford's Comedy Club to 2026 Sailings
The partnership reflects how cruise lines are using recognizable live entertainment to make sea days feel more like destination experiences for UK holidaymakers.
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Costa Unveils 139-Day 2028 World Cruise From Savona
Costa is leaning into demand for slower, more immersive travel as world cruises become a showcase for deeper itineraries rather than just a once-around-the-globe milestone.
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MSC World Asia Adds Family Entertainment for Mediterranean Debut
MSC is leaning into the cruise industry’s race for multigenerational travelers, turning bigger ships into self-contained resorts built around family time.
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Harmony of the Seas Leads April Cruise Drydock Slate
The spring yard rush shows cruise lines using pre-summer maintenance windows to refresh major ships and add revenue-generating spaces before peak-season demand.
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Norwegian Breakaway Arrives Late After Crew Member Goes Overboard
The incident renews attention on crew safety at sea, where vast search areas can turn overboard emergencies into prolonged uncertainty.
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Regent Launches Invite-Only Council for Top Travel Advisors
Regent’s move underscores how luxury cruise brands are leaning on elite travel advisors as competition for affluent guests depends on trusted, high-touch sales channels.