Category: News

The cruise world is constantly talking about sustainability, greener ships, and reducing environmental impact. It’s a hot topic, and frankly, it needs to be. Well, Viking just dropped some major news today (that’s April 15, 2025, for those keeping track) that shows they’re not just talking the talk – they’re building the ships to walk…

Captain Kate McCue, renowned for her groundbreaking achievements and charismatic leadership in the cruise industry, is charting a new course that has the maritime world buzzing with anticipation. After making history in 2015 as the first American woman to captain a mega-ton cruise ship, McCue has continually shattered glass ceilings and garnered a devoted following,…

The Surprising World of Cruise Ship Art Auctions Picture this: you're on a family vacation, enjoying a relaxing cruise when you stumble upon an onboard art auction. A piece catches your eye, and you win the bid for $650. Excitement builds as you plan where to display your new treasure at home. Then, reality hits…

Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas: A Royal Amplification Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas is undergoing extensive updates as part of the Royal Amplification program. The 220,000-ton ship will feature: Dining options are expanding with new venues offering diverse culinary experiences. Bars are being added to provide inviting atmospheres for evening relaxation. Families will…

Unexpected Wake-Up Call: Flooding on P&O Cruises’ Azura A couple’s dream cruise turned into a nightmarish experience aboard P&O Cruises’ Azura. At approximately 4:30 a.m., they awoke to a startling discovery: their cabin was submerged in about four inches of water. Sharing their ordeal on a Facebook forum, the wife recounted, “Wife woke up screaming,…

Pacific Encounter’s Final Voyage Cancelled Due to Cyclone Alfred P&O Cruises Australia has announced the cancellation of Pacific Encounter’s final cruise due to the impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred on the Port of Brisbane. The seven-night journey, scheduled to begin March 8, 2025, will not proceed as planned. Guests have been notified via email about…

Cruise passengers have always had questions about what’s included and what’s not – and sometimes it’s the little things that stir up the biggest debates. Lately, the hot topic on board Carnival Cruise Line isn’t drink packages, excursions, or Wi-Fi… it’s bread. Yes, you read that right. Bread baskets have become the center of a…

Pacific Aria’s Stormy Journey: A Cruise into Cyclone Donna In May 2017, nearly 1,500 passengers aboard P&O Cruises Australia’s Pacific Aria embarked on what was supposed to be a seven-night cruise to New Caledonia. Little did they know, they were sailing into the heart of Cyclone Donna, a storm that would transform their vacation into…

On March 1, 2025, the Carnival Jubilee set sail from Galveston, Texas, for a 7-night Western Caribbean journey. However, the start of the voyage was marked by an unexpected event: a small boat collided with the 182,800-gross-ton ship’s side, scratching the bow in the process. The collision itself was unusual. As the smaller boat’s mast…

Cruise Passenger Arrested with Revolver in Aruba On February 26, 2025, a passenger attempting to board Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas with a revolver made headlines in Aruba. During a routine security screening, ship security discovered the firearm hidden among the passenger’s belongings. The incident quickly escalated, with local law enforcement intervening. The unidentified…