A multi-level hospitality space inspired by MSC Cruises’ exclusive Yacht Club is being set up trackside at the 2026 Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, offering premium views and services just steps from the action.
The cruise line’s signature “ship-within-a-ship” concept is being recreated on land at the Miami International Autodrome, positioned along turns 5 to 9 to give guests sweeping views of the race.
Princess Cruises is introducing a new program aimed at improving food quality in crew dining areas across its fleet, according to an internal message from Sami Kohen, Vice President of Food & Beverage.
The Crew Mess Food Quality Assurance Program took effect May 1, 2026, and is designed to improve consistency, nutrition, and overall meal experience for crew members onboard.
Princess Cruises is introducing a series of changes to its Guest Services teams aimed at improving career growth, pay, and onboard operations, according to an internal communication shared with employees.
The update, sent by Vice President of Hotel Operations and Guest Experience, outlines a restructuring of roles within Guest Services. The company is redefining responsibilities, especially within the Assistant Purser ranks, to create clearer job functions and better career progression.
A cruise terminal in Marseille was temporarily evacuated Sunday morning after unattended luggage triggered a security alert, briefly halting operations for passengers traveling on the Costa Smeralda.
Three passengers have died and two crew members are in urgent need of medical attention following a suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard the expedition cruise ship MV Hondius in the Atlantic Ocean. The vessel, operated by Oceanwide Expeditions, is currently anchored off Praia in Praia, where health authorities are coordinating next steps. Despite the medical urgency, the two crew members have not yet been authorized to disembark for hospital treatment, raising concern among those onboard.
The crew member who went overboard from the cruise ship Norwegian Breakaway has been identified as Deepak Singh Rathore from Beri–Bhajangarh in Sikar, Rajasthan, announced the Seafarers Association of Rajasthan. In a statement, the Seafarers Association of Rajasthan extended sympathies to his family, honoring his memory and service at sea.
Carnival Corporation is facing several lawsuits after a reported data breach that may have exposed personal information belonging to millions of customers, raising concerns about how the company protects sensitive data.
Crew members from Margaritaville at Sea took part in an Earth Day initiative in the Bahamas, stepping ashore in Nassau to help clean up a local beach.
The cruise line said crew volunteers gathered at Goodman's Bay Beach, where they collected trash and debris as part of a community effort to protect the coastline. The activity was organized to mark Earth Day and highlight the role crew members can play in supporting destinations they visit.
For the first time since the brand was launched, both ships from Margaritaville at Sea came together at the same port, creating a rare moment for crew and guests.
The cruise line shared that Margaritaville at Sea Islander and Margaritaville at Sea Paradise were docked side by side at the Nassau Cruise Port, calling it a historic meetup and a celebration at sea.
Royal Caribbean International has officially opened its first Royal Beach Club in Europe, bringing a new shore experience to the Greek island of Santorini.
