Crew members are set to rejoin the cruise ships Mein Schiff 4 and Mein Schiff 5 in Cape Town and Malta, as both ships make their way back to Europe following weeks of disruption in the Middle East. During the conflict, the majority of crew were repatriated, leaving the vessels operating with minimal manning while stranded in the region. Now, as the ships reposition toward the Mediterranean, a full crew rebuild is underway to support the restart of regular cruise operations.

As MSC Euribia transited the Strait of Hormuz, Captain Lauro Maresca described the experience as far more than a routine navigation through one of the world’s most sensitive waterways.

In a message shared on social media, the captain revealed the emotional weight behind the moment, describing a quiet internal struggle between responsibility, fear, and trust, reaching the limits of his own abilities and realizing that, beyond that point, something deeper takes over.

Two cruise ships operated by TUI Cruises have safely transited the Strait of Hormuz, following reports that the vessels were briefly caught in a tense security situation in one of the world’s most sensitive maritime regions.

Several cruise lines and industry professionals have been recognized at the F&B@Sea 2026 Awards.  Among the top winners, Princess Cruises was awarded Best Restaurant for Makoto Ocean, a venue that continues to gain attention for its high-end culinary experience at sea.

A devastating tragedy unfolded aboard the cruise ship Carnival Splendor, where two separate incidents during the same voyage have left passengers shaken.

Movement is picking up again in the Gulf as more cruise ships prepare to pass through one of the world’s most sensitive maritime chokepoints.

After the successful transit of the Celestyal Discovery, two additional cruise ships are now heading toward the Strait of Hormuz, signaling a potential turning point after weeks of disruption in the region.

One of the cruise ships caught up in the ongoing disruption across the Persian Gulf is now on the move. Celestyal Discovery, operated by Celestyal Cruises, appears to be heading toward the Strait of Hormuz after spending weeks affected by regional tensions.

Norwegian Jewel has marked a major moment for Philadelphia, becoming the first cruise ship to dock and depart from the city in years as sailings officially resume from the PhilaPort Cruise Port.

Norwegian Aura has reached a major construction milestone, touching water for the first time during her float-out ceremony at Fincantieri’s Monfalcone shipyard on April 16.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has introduced Paul Hancox as its newest Cruise Director, bringing decades of industry experience and a strong background in guest entertainment to the fleet.