London’s O2 Arena has secured a new high-profile sponsor, as the luxury cruise line Windstar Cruises announces an exclusive partnership with the world-renowned entertainment venue.

Windstar will become the official cruise line of The O2, marking a significant step in the brand’s efforts to expand its presence in the UK market. The sponsorship will provide Windstar with key brand exposure throughout the venue, reaching millions of visitors each year and tapping into a prime demographic of affluent travelers.

TUI Cruises has unveiled the captains set to helm its newest ship, Mein Schiff Relax, as it prepares for its grand debut. Captain Tom Roth will be the first to take command, navigateing the vessel to Málaga for its christening ceremony, before Captain Todd Burgman assumes leadership for the inaugural summer season in the Mediterranean.

Three Australian passengers aboard Quantum of the Seas were medically evacuated in two separate rescue operations during the ship’s eight-day South Pacific cruise. The maritime gendarmerie patrol boat operated by the Armed Forces in New Caledonia, coordinated the evacuations on Wednesday, February 19, transferring all three individuals to Médipôle for urgent medical care.

Virgin Voyages is raising the bar with the launch of Virgin Craft Beer, an exclusive new brew created in collaboration with Brewery Ommegang. This latest addition to the fleet’s beverage lineup follows the success of Stray the Course by Wynwood Brewing Company, proving that Virgin Voyages knows how to keep things fresh, flavorful, and totally unique.

Royal Caribbean International has officially announced the name of its third Icon-Class cruise ship, Legend of the Seas. The highly anticipated vessel will make its maiden voyage in the Mediterranean in August 2026, confirming earlier speculation about a European launch.

Two feathered stowaways have captured the attention of passengers and crew aboard Allure of the Seas during its transatlantic voyage from Miami to Europe. The two owls made themselves at home in the ship’s Central Park, where they have been enjoying an unplanned voyage across the Atlantic.

The Greek Ministry of Shipping and Insular Policy has prohibited cruise ships from approaching Santorini due to the continuing seismic activity, raising concerns over passenger safety and the island’s infrastructure. 

“Scientists are now talking about an unprecedented phenomenon, with fluctuations in its dynamics, which does not yet allow a safe assessment of its evolution,” said Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

The Pacific Explorer has arrived in Singapore for the final time, closing the chapter on her journey with P&O Cruises Australia. Soon, she will sail under a new name—Star Voyager—as part of the Resorts World Cruises fleet, departing from Singapore and other ports across Asia.

But for the crew who called her home, this transition is more than just a change of ownership. It is the quiet farewell to a place where friendships were forged, challenges were overcome, and lives were shaped by the rhythm of the sea.

MSC Cruises is shifting into high gear, expanding its presence in Formula One with a major new sponsorship deal. The cruise giant, who is already a Global Partner of Formula One, is now stepping up as a Premium Partner of the Renault-owned BWT Alpine F1 Team for the 2025 season.