• 1. Mein Schiff Relax Mein Schiff Relax, debuting in March 2025, is a new addition to TUI Cruises from the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy. As the largest TUI Cruises vessel, it introduces the INTUItion class. The ship uses sustainable fuels…

  • Changes to Carnival’s Premier Cruise Program Carnival Cruise Line has made significant modifications to its Premier Cruise program: John Heald, Carnival’s Brand Ambassador, addressed concerns about these changes on Facebook. Solo Premier guests may notice differences in their experience. Other…

  • Perfect Day at CocoCay Wins Best Cruise Line Private Island for 2024 Perfect Day at CocoCay has claimed the title of Best Cruise Line Private Island for 2024, extending its winning streak to four consecutive years. The island emerged as…

  • Queen Anne: A Majestic Voyage Queen Anne launches in 2024, blending classical design with modern amenities. The ship features luxurious staterooms, many with ocean-view balconies. Multiple restaurants offer diverse dining experiences, from casual fare to exquisite fine dining curated by…

  • Copacabana’s New Year’s Eve Celebration from the Sea Copacabana’s New Year’s Eve celebration attracts cruise ships that anchor off the coast. Passengers enjoy watching fireworks from these vessels, which offer a unique vantage point of the display. Luxury ships provide…

  • Shift to LNG Fuel in the Cruise Industry Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) has emerged as a cleaner alternative to traditional heavy fuel oil in the cruise industry. LNG cuts sulfur emissions by nearly 100%, nitrogen oxides by 90%, and overall…

  • A Floating Retirement: The Hennessees’ Cruise Ship Lifestyle John, 77, and Melody, 64, Hennessee embarked on an extraordinary journey, selling their Florida home to live aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship for 274 days. This bold move allowed them to…

  • Features and Attractions Private cruise line islands offer a variety of amenities and activities for travelers. Here are some highlights: Other notable attractions include: Environmental and Economic Impact Cruise line private islands have both environmental and economic effects on the…

  • P&O Cruises’ Arvia Rescues Stranded Fishing Boat P&O Cruises’ ship Arvia recently demonstrated the crucial role of cruise ships in maritime safety. The vessel came to the aid of a fishing boat that had lost power at sea, spotting distress…

  • Fog Delays Carnival Paradise in Tampa Bay Dense fog at the Port of Tampa Bay caused significant delays for the Carnival Paradise cruise ship. Visibility was severely reduced, making it unsafe to navigate the vessel out of port. The U.S.…