According to a report by German cruise news outlet Schiffe und Kreuzfahrten, rumors have surfaced that the future of TUI Cruises' fleet could see a significant shift by the early 2030. At the start of last week, TUI placed an order for two new cruise ships with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, slated for delivery in 2030 and 2032.
Norwegian Cruise Line is shaking up its beverage policies at Great Stirrup Cay. Starting March 1, 2026, guests will no longer be able to use their shipboard beverage packages on the island—a perk many cruisers have come to expect as part of their all-inclusive experience.
A cruise ship crew member was medically evacuated on October 6, 2025, following a serious health condition reported while the vessel was anchored off the Greek island of Santorini (Thira), according to Greek local media.
During this year's fundraising gala for the Reiner Meutsch Foundation FLY & HELP, AIDA President Felix Eichhorn handed over a check to the foundation’s founder. The funds will enable construction to begin on AIDA Cruise & Help Schools 84 through 90, located in Ivory Coast, India, Kenya, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Togo.
When Virgin Voyages’ Brilliant Lady sets sail from Miami on her one-time-only MerMaiden voyage, all eyes and ears will be on Kelis. The Grammy-nominated singer and culinary artist will headline the sailing with a special live performance under the Caribbean stars, turning the ship’s pool deck into a high-energy concert venue.
Carnival Corporation has become the first cruise company to sign formal agreements with food banks in Mexico, Honduras, and the Dominican Republic to donate surplus meals from its ships. This marks the program's first expansion into Latin America.
The initiative redirects freshly prepared but unserved meals to local organizations that support families in need. It's part of Carnival’s effort to reduce food waste and fight hunger in the communities its ships visit.
Princess Cruises has rolled out its much-anticipated Sanctuary Collection aboard the new Star Princess, combining elevated comfort with exceptional service. Along with this milestone, the ship’s team proudly celebrated their British Butler Institute certification, reinforcing Princess Cruises’ dedication to refined guest experiences.
Princess Cruises has officially welcomed its newest Sphere-Class vessel, the Star Princess, as it embarks on its inaugural 11-day Western Mediterranean journey from Barcelona. This milestone marks the debut of the 17th ship in the Princess fleet.
Weighing in at 177,800 tons and accommodating 4,300 guests, the Star Princess sets a new standard for the fleet with its 30 dining and bar venues, upscale entertainment options, and refined accommodations.
Princess Cruises announced that Academy Award–winning actor Matthew McConaughey and his wife, Camila McConaughey, a New York Times bestselling author and philanthropist, have been named the godparents of the line’s newest ship, Star Princess. The couple will officially christen the vessel during a naming ceremony on November 6, joining a distinguished roster of Princess godparents that has included global icons such as Princess Diana, Audrey Hepburn, and Sophia Loren.
Four Filipino crew members working aboard Royal Caribbean’s Jewel of the Seas were deported by U.S. authorities on Friday, September 26, 2025, shortly after the ship docked in Fort Lauderdale.
According to an anonymous crew member onboard, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requested that the four male crew members meet officials upon the ship’s arrival. All four were subsequently deported later the same day.
