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Caribbean Cruise Capacity Set to Hit Record 16.5 Million in 2026
Norwegian is posting the sharpest increase among the four major Caribbean operators, with capacity up 55 percent from 2025, compared with MSC’s 23 percent.
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Three Cruise Ships Sit Idle in Mainland China as Owners Seek Buyers
Blue Dream Melody was withdrawn from Beihai on January 4 for hardware upgrades, then reportedly arrested over about six hundred thousand dollars in unpaid fuel bills.
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Victoria Welcomes Three First-Time Cruise Calls in Two Days
Chief Jerome Thomas of Esquimalt Nation welcomed Star Princess, and Songhees Nation Councillor Jeannie George greeted Sunday’s arrivals.
Ushuaia Workers Warn Takeover Risks Antarctic Cruise Season
ANPYN said Ushuaia handled 495 vessel calls and more than 135,000 passengers in 2025-26, when roadblocks delayed fuel, food and waste services.
Scenic Group Plans 2027 President’s Cruise on Emerald Lumi
Emerald Lumi is due to enter service in March 2027, several months before the August 14 President’s Cruise, as part of Emerald Cruises’ river program.
Dover Handles First Four-Ship Cruise Day as 2026 Season Grows
Celebrity Eclipse continued to Amsterdam the next day, while Viking Sky made its first Dover call during a fourteen-night British Isles sailing from London.
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Crystal Serenity Plans 2026 Drydock for Suite, Venue Upgrades
Deck 10 Aquamarine Classic Suites will get new furnishings without layout changes, while Crystal Cove receives a marble dance floor and new stage for live entertainment.
Disney Adventure Cancels Sailing After Guests Board in Singapore
Guests have until May 31, 2027, to book and sail with the fifty percent future-cruise offer, alongside refunds and one hotel night.
Scenic Ikon Anchors 2028-29 Worldwide Voyages Program
Scenic Ikon's first season is planned through March 2029, covering 110 ports, 21 countries and 26 new destinations from the Mediterranean to Chilean fjords.
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Adora Mediterranea Returns to Tianjin for 25 Sailings
From July 2 through the end of August, Adora Mediterranea is scheduled to host family activities and workshops inspired by Mediterranean culture and ancient Greek art.
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France Confirms Hantavirus Case in MV Hondius Passenger
France's Pasteur Institute found the Andes virus matched known South American viruses, with no evidence so far of changes making it more transmissible or dangerous.
Carnival Guest Dies After Mobility Scooter Goes Off Bahamas Pier
The ship had arrived at 8 a.m., about four hours before police were notified, and officials have not said whether the guest was leaving or returning.