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AIDA Cruises bids farewell to its AIDAaura ship
Sep 26, 2023After an illustrious two-decade tenure in AIDA's fleet, encompassing 800+ voyages spanning the world's most captivating regions, AIDA Cruises has bid a fond farewell to the AIDAaura.This departure is ...
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NCL's Norwegian Getaway is the largest cruise ship of 2023 for Lerwick Harbour
Sep 26, 2023Lerwick Harbour's 2023 cruise season welcomed its largest vessel to date as the Norwegian Getaway, with volume 145655 GT-tons, arrived on Saturday, September 23. Operated by NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line,...
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One person dead as P&O Australia's ship Pacific Explorer sails to rescue mayday call
Sep 26, 2023P&O Australia's ship Pacific Explorer, which departed from Auckland NZ on Friday, encountered a distress call from a New Zealand-flagged sailing yacht with a broken mast, necessitating a course di...
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CLIA UK & Ireland 2024 conference to be held from May 23-25 in Southampton
Sep 26, 2023CLIA UK & Ireland has announced the dates for its 2024 conference, scheduled to take place from May 23-25 in Southampton UK.This annual event represents the largest travel agent gathering of its k...
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RCI-Royal Caribbean's ship Radiance OTS spends 4 days stuck in Seward AK
Sep 25, 2023RCI-Royal Caribbean faced disruptions in its Alaskan itineraries with its ship Radiance of the Seas, leading to cancellations and delays for 3 consecutive voyages in September.Originally, the 2550-pas...
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Azamara Cruises announces 4 new culturally immersive voyages
Sep 25, 2023The ultra-premium company Azamara introduced 4 new voyages, each designed to provide guests with immersive cultural experiences that delve deeper into the essence of each destination.These itiner...
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RCI-Royal Caribbean cancels a Vision OTS cruise due to Hurricane Ophelia
Sep 25, 2023RCI-Royal Caribbean recently had to make the difficult decision to cancel a scheduled cruise aboard the Vision of the Seas due to the presence of Tropical Storm Ophelia. Weather-related cancellations ...
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Cordelia Cruises ship MV Empress is the season's first to visit Port Mormugao/Goa India
Sep 25, 2023The commencement of the tourist season saw the arrival of the inaugural luxury liner at Port Mormugao/Goa (India).Cordelia Cruises' ship MV Empress marked the debut of the domestic season as she berth...
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DCL's DisneyBand+ available on Disney Magic cruise ship
Sep 24, 2023DCL-Disney Cruise Line has introduced DisneyBand+ for guests sailing on Disney Magic, enhancing their vacation experience with convenience and added functionality.DisneBand+ is a wristband similar to ...
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Cunard unveils 3-year partnership with BFI UK for Queen Anne cruise ship
Sep 24, 2023Cunard has entered an exclusive partnership with the British Film Institute (BFI), signaling an exciting venture for film enthusiasts leading up to the launch of Queen Anne.The renowned luxury cruise ...
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Cruise ships set to return to Venice's Port Marittima in 2027
Sep 24, 2023In a notable development, cruise ships are set to return to the primary cruise port in Venice, Marittima (Stazione Marittima), in the spring of 2027. This announcement came from Fulvio Lino Di Blasio,...
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Pilot program to reduce traffic when cruise ships visit Portland ME
Sep 24, 2023Cruise ship operations in Portland Maine have long been seen as a boon for the waterfront, contributing positively to the local economy. However, it is acknowledged that concerns have arisen among som...
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China's Ministry of Transport grants official approval for complete resumption of international cruise ship transportation
Sep 23, 2023In a significant development, China's Ministry of Transport has granted official approval for the complete resumption of international cruise ship transportation to and from Chinese ports. This marks ...
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CCL's Carnival Legend ship to homeport in Galveston TX in 2025
Sep 23, 2023In the ongoing rollout of its 2025-2026 deployment, CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has announced that in the fall of 2025, Carnival Legend will join Carnival Dream, Carnival Breeze, and Carnival Jubilee at ...
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Oceania announces 7 new 2025 summer cruises to French Polynesia & Hawaii
Sep 23, 2023Oceania Cruises has unveiled plans for 7 new summer sailings in 2025, offering voyages to French Polynesia and Hawaii aboard the Regatta, a boutique hotel-style vessel accommodating 670 guests. Reserv...
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A-Rosa Cruises adds A-ROSA ALEA and A-ROSA CLEA to fleet
Sep 23, 2023A-ROSA is set to expand its fleet for the 2024 season with the introduction of two new ships. These premium vessels, each measuring 110 meters in length, will initially operate on the Rhine under the ...
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MSC's Explora Journeys confirms 2 shipbuilding orders (hydrogen-powered vessels)
Sep 22, 2023MSC Group's new expedition cruise company Explora Journeys has officially placed orders for 2 hydrogen-powered ships in partnership with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, solidifying its commitment to ...
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CCL-Carnival Cruise Line's guests are the first to know about Celebration Key details
Sep 22, 2023CCL-Carnival Cruise Line is gearing up to unveil details about Celebration Key Bahamas, CCL's exclusive resort destination. Currently under development, Celebration Key will be approx 32 km/20 mi to t...
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Princess Cruises releases 2025 Japan season (ship Diamond Princess)
Sep 22, 2023In response to the growing demand for voyages in Japan, Princess Cruises has unveiled its 2025 Japan season. This newly announced program aims to provide tourists with the opportunity to explore the d...
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RCI-Royal Caribbean's ship Symphony OTS is industry's first to use biofuel blend in Barcelona
Sep 22, 2023This week, RCG-Royal Caribbean Group made significant strides in advancing the maritime industry's pursuit of alternative fuels by successfully completing 12+ consecutive weeks of biofuel testing in E...
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Riviera Travel ‘determined to deliver’ on new sustainability plan
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Hurtigruten Expeditions cruise company to rebrand as HX in December
Sep 21, 2023Hurtigruten Group AS, renowned for pioneering the world's first expedition voyage back in 1896, is advancing its adventure travel brand, Hurtigruten Expeditions, to the next phase.This development inc...
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RCI-Royal Caribbean's newest OASIS-class ship Utopia OTS floated out in France
Sep 21, 2023Over the past weekend, RCI-Royal Caribbean International's last OASIS PLUS-Class vessel - Utopia of the Seas, was launched/floated out from drydock at Chantiers de l'Atlantique yard/shipbuilder STX Fr...
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Cunard opens for booking cruises 2025 (ships Queen Anne, Queen Victoria, Queen Mary 2)
Sep 21, 2023Cunard Line is set to provide travelers with the opportunity to embark on an array of unforgettable journeys by releasing 180 voyages for 2025.Reservations for these voyages will open on October 4th, ...
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Royal Caribbean Group hails ‘pivotal’ moment as it tests biofuel
Sep 20, 2023...
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