Royal Caribbean International's President and CEO, Michael Bayley, has recently been awarded the prestigious Cruise Lines International Association Lifetime Achievement Award at the CLIA Cruise360 event held in Fort Lauderdale from April 18 to April 23. This recognition is reserved for individuals who have dedicated their lifetime to championing the growth and success of the cruise travel industry.
On June 8, 2023, the cruise ship MSC Euribia was christened in Copenhagen, and the honor of being its godmother was bestowed to the iconic Sophia Loren. This marked the 19th time that the legendary film diva had christened a cruise ship for MSC Cruises, solidifying her status as a record godmother in the maritime industry.
In a heartwarming gesture, Carnival Cruise Line has played a pivotal role in renovating a learning center at St. Ann's Bay Regional Hospital in Jamaica. As part of their Labor Day Volunteer Project, approximately 20 Carnival Horizon crew members dedicated their time to cleaning up, painting, and repairing the Learning Centre. Additionally, Carnival Cruise Line generously donated essential items to enhance the facility.
Captain Serena Melani was honored with the Capperuccio 2023 Award by Lions Club Livorno Porto Mediceo for her unwavering determination and dedication in pursuing her maritime dream and achieving remarkable milestones in her career.
Holland America Line has introduced SpaceX's Starlink internet service on its Pinnacle Class ship, Koningsdam, currently cruising in Alaska. Installed during a drydock in April, the technology has been operational for four weeks, delivering faster and more reliable Wi-Fi to guests and crew.
Hurtigruten Norway and Rathfinny Wine Estate have embarked on a unique venture, raising 1,700 bottles of sparkling wine from the depths of the sea in northern Norway. After six months of careful aging at a secret location on the seabed, these bottles have been retrieved in what marks the first-ever storage of champagne in the cold arctic waters, with temperatures averaging a mere five degrees Celsius.
Seabourn has revealed its plan to equip two of its upscale expedition ships, Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit, with cutting-edge Wi-Fi connectivity powered by SpaceX's Starlink satellite technology.
AIDA Cruises has launched a new employer branding campaign, aimed at recruiting and retaining employees. The campaign is titled "#PlaceToWe" and focuses on the unique team experience offered by AIDA. The company's diverse culture, areas of responsibility, and hierarchies are welded together by the team spirit, which is highlighted in the campaign.
This month Disney Cruise Line and the nonprofit Starlight Children’s Foundation paid a visit to Children’s Hospital New Orleans to mark the arrival of a new mobile movie theater. The event included the distribution of Disney-themed toys, games, and Starlight Hospital Wear. The celebration was made even more special with the presence of Captain Minnie Mouse and DCL cast and crew members, who treated the children to a special preview of Disney On Ice presents Frozen & Encanto.
Meyer Group, a global leader in cruise ship construction, has unveiled a futuristic concept of what cruise ships could look like in the year 2100. At the SeaTrade Cruise Global in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the company showcased their "Reverse" cruise ship model, which features drone landing pads, a closed glass facade, and urban gardening areas.
