P&O Cruises refuses to compensate passengers after technical problems forced its flagship Britannia to spend six days in Barbados for emergency repairs, telling guests to file insurance claims instead.
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Royal Caribbean is reportedly preparing to order an entirely new class of mid-size ships designed for exotic itineraries that mega-ships cannot reach, signaling a major strategic shift for the world's largest cruise line.
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Regent Seven Seas Cruises partners with luxury accessories brand PeppaRose to create an exclusive cashmere scarf available only aboard the Seven Seas Mariner, featuring zodiac constellations and maritime navigation symbols for the 154-night world cruise.
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Holland America Line reports 2026 European cruise sales up over a third, with Northern Europe voyages surging nearly 50% year over year as travelers increasingly choose Scandinavia, Iceland, and the Baltic over traditional Mediterranean hotspots.
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The cruise industry is making an unprecedented investment in its future, with 74 new vessels currently on order representing a staggering $76.5 billion commitment that will add over 205,250 berths to global fleets through 2036.
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Ambassador Cruise Line's flagship vessel Ambience enters a three-week dry dock at A&P Tyne in Hebburn for a comprehensive multimillion-pound refurbishment, including propulsion upgrades, cabin improvements, and spa renovation.
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Windstar Cruises prepares to christen its newest luxury yacht Star Seeker in Miami on January 15, 2026, with owner's daughter Libby Anschutz serving as godmother for this intimate 224-guest vessel.
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Norwegian Cruise Line is doubling down on Puerto Rico, announcing that two of its newest Prima Class ships—Norwegian Prima and Norwegian Viva—will begin homeport operations out of San Juan starting late 2026, generating nearly $40 million in economic impact.
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Villa Vie Residences has formed Residential Cruise Holdings, a new holding company consolidating its residential cruise operations while positioning for fleet expansion and investment partnerships.
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A U.S. military operation in Venezuela triggered widespread airspace closures across the Caribbean, stranding over 48,000 travelers and forcing multiple cruise lines to delay departures and alter itineraries during peak winter season.
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A 5-year-old named Aydin has become the youngest person ever to reach Pinnacle Club status in Royal Caribbean's Crown and Anchor Society loyalty program, earning 700 points before kindergarten—a record that may never be broken.
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The luxury hospitality brand has quietly scrapped its inaugural Caribbean season, delaying Four Seasons I's debut by nearly two months with Mediterranean sailings now beginning March 2026.
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Shanghai approved sweeping new cruise regulations taking effect March 1, 2026, including provisions for "cruises to nowhere" and mandatory shore power systems.
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Disney Cruise Line just eliminated pre- and post-cruise Walt Disney World hotel stays and park tickets as add-ons. Here's what it means for your vacation.
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Port St. Maarten made history on New Year's Day 2026 by welcoming both Sun Princess and Oceania Allura on their maiden visits—the first time two inaugural calls have occurred on the same day.
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Atlas Ocean Voyages ended 2025 with a 22% year-over-year sales increase, marking the luxury expedition cruise line's strongest booked position ever with availability now open through March 2028.
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Ege Port Kuşadası closed 2025 with 620 ship calls and 995,303 passengers, becoming Turkey's busiest cruise port and the Eastern Mediterranean's fourth-largest.
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Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas celebrates 15 years since delivery, marking a milestone for the pioneering mega-ship that helped define modern cruising with a recent $100M refurbishment and diverse 2026 deployment.
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Norfolk cruise port celebrates a record-breaking 2025 with over 340,000 guests, year-round Carnival sailings, and expansion plans that include Norwegian Cruise Line arrivals in 2027.
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Holland America Line unveils a special Stars and Stripes cruise departing July 4, 2026 from Boston, featuring fireworks, American heritage experiences, and a Pan Am partnership to celebrate America's semiquicentennial.
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