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Carnival Will Chase the 2027 Eclipse at Sea—Here’s the Catch

Carnival Miracle will chase the August 2, 2027 eclipse at sea from a 14-day Europe cruise. It’s a hot ticket—but totality isn’t guaranteed.

Oct 13

Inside the CDC’s Cruise Outbreak Log—and What It Means for 2025

The CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program tracks cruise GI outbreaks. Learn what triggers postings, how ships respond, and how travelers can cut their risk.

Oct 12

Insignia’s grim rescue off the Canaries—and what it signals

Insignia rescued 68 migrants off the Canaries and found 5 bodies. What it reveals about cruise ships’ SAR duty, risks, delays, and what travelers can expect.

Oct 12

Puerto Vallarta’s ‘Pirate’ Galleon Sank—What Failed, What’s Next

Puerto Vallarta’s Marigalante sank after a bilge-pump failure. No injuries. What happened, the operator’s plan, and what travelers should expect next.

Oct 11

Royal Caribbean Sets Oct. 28 Earnings Call—What to Watch Now

Royal Caribbean sets its Q3 2025 earnings call for Oct. 28. What to watch: pricing, occupancy, onboard spend, fuel costs, and the Icon-class effect.

Oct 11

Typhoon Halong Shut Tokyo’s Port—Here’s How Royal Saved the Cruise

Typhoon Halong closed Tokyo’s port, delaying Ovation of the Seas by two days. Royal cut ports, shortened the next cruise, and offered refunds and support.

Oct 10

Carnival Told a Couple They Needed a ‘Guardian.’ Here’s the Catch

A couple booked Carnival, then were told they need a 25+ “guardian.” We unpack the under‑21 rule on U.S. cruises and how to avoid costly surprises.

Oct 10

Royal Caribbean Hikes Profit Outlook—What the Market Is Missing

Royal Caribbean raised profit guidance on July 29 amid record bookings and premium demand. Here’s what drives it, the risks, and what it means for cruisers.

Oct 9

Disney’s New ‘Destiny’ Sails Nov 2025—The Surprises Hiding Onboard

Disney Destiny launches November 20, 2025 from Fort Lauderdale. Marvel-forward theming, Bahamas/Western Caribbean routes—what to expect and how to book.

Oct 9

Mexico’s Tall Ship Sails Home—What the Brooklyn Bridge Hit Exposed

Mexico’s tall ship Cuauhtémoc left NYC after repairs from a deadly May bridge strike. Probes continue. Here’s what it means for ship safety and ports.

Oct 8

CLIA’s 2025 Cruise Outlook Is Booming—Here’s What to Watch

CLIA projects 37.7M ocean cruisers and $168B+ impact in 2025. What’s driving demand, what could slow it, and how ports and lines are adapting.

Oct 8

Inside ICS 2025: Madrid’s cruise summit bets on tech—and luxury

ICS 2025 lands in Madrid Nov 18–19 with tech, cybersecurity, and luxury in focus. Here’s what it signals for cruise strategy, spend, and 2026 priorities.

Oct 7

Inside October’s Cruise Drydocks—and Why Your Itinerary May Shift

Disney Fantasy and MSC Lirica are in October drydock. See dates, yards, and how post-refit returns could tweak your itinerary—and your booking strategy.

Oct 7

U.S. Port Fees Target Chinese-Built Ships—The Cruise Catch Ahead

U.S. port fees on Chinese-linked ships start Oct. 14, 2025. Here’s how the rule could touch cruise prices and itineraries—and what to watch next.

Oct 6

P&O Axes Two October 2025 Iona Cruises—Dry Dock Delay Bites

P&O scrapped two Iona sailings in Oct 2025 after a dry-dock delay. Cruise Hive says refunds and onboard credit are offered. What it means for travelers.

Oct 6

Royal Caribbean’s $1.5B Bond at 5.375%—What It Really Signals

Royal Caribbean priced $1.5B in 2036 notes at 5.375% to fund Celebrity Xcel and more. What the bond signals about demand, risk, and the cruise cycle.

Oct 5

Royal Caribbean extends Labadee pause to Oct. 31, 2025—now what?

Royal Caribbean extended its Labadee pause through Oct. 31, 2025. See what changes for booked guests, why it’s happening, and how itineraries may shift.

Oct 5

Royal Caribbean Flips East-to-West Itineraries as Storms Loom

Royal Caribbean is rerouting late-September Eastern Caribbean cruises west to avoid a storm near the Bahamas. What changes, refunds, and tips to know.

Oct 4

Carnival Just Raised Its Profit Target—But Fuel Could Spoil the Party

Carnival raised its 2025 profit forecast on robust demand and pricing, Reuters reports. Fuel and dry‑dock costs loom—here’s what it means for cruisers.

Oct 4

MSC Seascape’s Galveston Debut: The Food Play to Watch

MSC Seascape launches from Galveston on November 9, 2025 with Texas-and-Gulf menu twists. What to expect, why it matters, and how to book smart.

News — Page 14

Carnival Will Chase the 2027 Eclipse at Sea—Here’s the Catch

Inside the CDC’s Cruise Outbreak Log—and What It Means for 2025

Insignia’s grim rescue off the Canaries—and what it signals

Puerto Vallarta’s ‘Pirate’ Galleon Sank—What Failed, What’s Next

Royal Caribbean Sets Oct. 28 Earnings Call—What to Watch Now

Typhoon Halong Shut Tokyo’s Port—Here’s How Royal Saved the Cruise

Carnival Told a Couple They Needed a ‘Guardian.’ Here’s the Catch

Royal Caribbean Hikes Profit Outlook—What the Market Is Missing

Disney’s New ‘Destiny’ Sails Nov 2025—The Surprises Hiding Onboard

Mexico’s Tall Ship Sails Home—What the Brooklyn Bridge Hit Exposed

CLIA’s 2025 Cruise Outlook Is Booming—Here’s What to Watch

Inside ICS 2025: Madrid’s cruise summit bets on tech—and luxury

Inside October’s Cruise Drydocks—and Why Your Itinerary May Shift

U.S. Port Fees Target Chinese-Built Ships—The Cruise Catch Ahead

P&O Axes Two October 2025 Iona Cruises—Dry Dock Delay Bites

Royal Caribbean’s $1.5B Bond at 5.375%—What It Really Signals

Royal Caribbean extends Labadee pause to Oct. 31, 2025—now what?

Royal Caribbean Flips East-to-West Itineraries as Storms Loom

Carnival Just Raised Its Profit Target—But Fuel Could Spoil the Party

MSC Seascape’s Galveston Debut: The Food Play to Watch