cruise news

A cruise outbreak affects 12 people aboard the National Geographic Sea Bird during an Alaska Inside Passage voyage in 2026. Nine passengers and three crew members developed acute gastroenteritis symptoms, with the cause remaining under CDC investigation.

Port Costa Maya faced complete shore excursion shutdowns on June 1, 2026, as workers blocked access roads protesting unpaid profit-sharing from Royal Caribbean's 2025 port takeover, affecting thousands of cruise passengers.

The Maritime Aquarium's R/V Sound Explorer offers family-friendly summer cruises exploring Norwalk's Oyster Town heritage, Long Island Sound marine life, and coastal wellness experiences.

Princess Cruises launches its 2028 European season with unprecedented access to Irish ports, extended overnight stays in major cities, and immersive cultural experiences that transform cruise vacations into meaningful journeys.

HX Expeditions reports record 18% ANZ sales growth in 2026 following independence. Director Amber Wilson credits trade partnerships and advisor relationships as key drivers of expansion across Australia and New Zealand markets.

Emerald Cruises christened Emerald Astra in Amsterdam on May 31, 2026, naming working travel advisor Toni Lanotte-Day as godmother. The 10th Star-Ship joins the European river fleet sailing Rhine, Main, and Danube routes.

Antara Cruises launches The Silent River Escape, an exclusive three-day private catamaran journey through Odisha's Bhitarkanika mangroves in 2026, designed for intimate small-group river cruising experiences.

A quick-thinking carnival cruise guest became an unlikely hero on May 19, 2026, when he jumped into Costa Maya waters to rescue an elderly passenger who fell off the pier near Carnival Jubilee.

Hurricane season starts June 1, 2026 with NOAA predicting below-average Atlantic storms. Cruise passengers face reduced disruption risks as forecasters expect only 8-14 named storms this season.

Norwegian Cruise Line cancels Norwegian Viva sailings from San Juan through July 2028 due to port constraints. The Prima-class ship redeploys to Miami offering Bahamas cruises instead.

Norwegian Cruise Line cancels all Norwegian Viva sailings from San Juan, Puerto Rico through July 2028 due to port availability constraints. The Prima-class ship redeploys to Miami-Bahamas routes, affecting thousands of booked passengers.

HX Expeditions reports record 18% growth in Australia and New Zealand cruise sales in 2026, driven by strengthened trade partnerships and advisor commitment following independence from Hurtigruten.