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Cordelia Cruises to Add Two Ships, Tripling Fleet by 2027
Cordelia’s three-ship network signals India’s cruise market is moving from one-off sailings to scalable, year-round homeports, as operators court both domestic and inbound travelers.
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Holland America Adds Tea Week to Volendam’s 2026 World Voyage
World cruises are leaning into destination-driven enrichment, using experts to turn sea days into cultural deep dives and help smaller ships stand out in a crowded luxury market.
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StarCruises and Dream Cruises Add Fuel Surcharges on Asia Sailings
As oil-price shocks ripple through shipping lanes, cruise lines are leaning on adjustable surcharges instead of higher fares, shifting more price risk onto travelers.
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Shanghai Cruise Calls Put China's 15-Day Visa-Free Transit to Work
Shanghai’s early cruise calls show how China’s looser transit rules could reshape Asian itineraries, making short port visits easier and boosting the city’s bid as a regional hub.
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Hong Kong Investigates Westerdam Norovirus Outbreak After 76 Cases
As Asia cruise itineraries ramp up again, Hong Kong’s response shows how ports are tightening health oversight and sharing alerts to keep tourism moving without disruptions.
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StarCruises Expands Star Voyager 2026 Sailings From Hong Kong
StarCruises’ expanded Star Voyager schedule underscores the race among Asian ports to recapture cruise traffic, with Xiamen positioning early calls as a tourism comeback signal.
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Disney Cruise Line Christens Disney Adventure in Singapore
Disney’s Singapore homeport move signals cruise brands are betting on Asia’s growing leisure market, with theme park style ships turning short sailings into destinations.