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MSC Cruises provides update on MSC Euribia
MSC Cruises has confirmed that MSC Euribia has departed Dubai and has safely transited the Strait of Hormuz and is now en route to Northern Europe. The passage was completed in close coordination with the relevant authorities. The cruise company advises that MSC Euribia is on course to resume its Northern Europe season, and -- as the ship will now be able to return sooner than previously anticipated -- MSC Cruises has confirmed that the cruise departing on May 16 from Kiel (and May 17 from Copenhagen) will now operate as originally scheduled, with all subsequent sailings...
Holland America Evolution marks largest fleet update in line’s history
Holland America Line has announced Holland America Evolution – a bold multi-year investment to thoughtfully reimagine six ships. Representing the most ambitious guest experience update in the company's 153-year history, Evolution will deliver a comprehensive bow-to-stern revitalization while bringing the best of its Pinnacle Class ships across most of the fleet. The multiyear renovation will take place ship by ship, delivering substantial transformation focused on expanding onboard choice, adding restaurant and bar options, and refreshing and reinventing key guest spaces...
Sailing toward the future: CLIA report reinforces strength and resiliency of cruising
According to CLIA’s 2026 State of the Cruise Industry Report, global cruise passenger volume reached a historic high of 37.2 million in 2025. The newly released report reinforces the continued strength and resilience of the industry, with nearly 90% of cruisers indicating they intend to sail again, as well as highlighting the significant investments by cruise lines in new ships, innovative technologies, and destination partnerships. In 2026, there will be 325 CLIA-member ocean-going ships, representing around 690,000 lower berths globally. Bud Darr, president and CEO of CLIA,...
Carnival’s Celebration Key earns KultureCity’s sensory inclusion certification
Carnival Cruise Line is making waves this World Autism Acceptance Month by announcing that Celebration Key -- its exclusive destination in Grand Bahama -- has been officially certified as the first cruise destination to earn KultureCity’s prestigious sensory inclusion certification. With more than two million guests visiting Celebration Key, this groundbreaking achievement highlights Carnival’s commitment to making every guest’s experience inclusive and fun, including families with sensory needs. For the last six years, Carnival has partnered with KultureCity, a leading...
Riverside Luxury Cruises announce return of Riverside Mahler in 2028
Riverside Luxury Cruises has announced plans to expand its fleet with the debut of Riverside Mahler in 2028, marking the first time the vessel will sail under the Riverside banner. She is slated to join sister-ship Riverside Debussy sailing itineraries on the Rhine, Main, Moselle and Danube Rivers. In 2023, Riverside acquired a fleet of five river ships from Crystal Cruises -- Mozart, Debussy, Ravel, Mahler, and Bach -- and has successfully introduced the first three into service across Europe’s most iconic waterways. The addition of Riverside Mahler represents the next...
Avalon Waterways on course to make choice the new luxury
As luxury travel is redefined, Avalon Waterways recognized early that it is all about meaning, not more. The company has built its river cruise model around personalization long before flexibility became an industry trend. Through Avalon Choice Excursions, guests can select how they want to experience each destination with included Classic, Discovery and Active experiences as well as countless opportunities for independent exploration. According to Avalon Waterways’ recent Wish List Survey of nearly 10,000 travellers, 99% of cruisers say having a variety of shore excursions is...
Ensemble adds The Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection
With luxury cruising continuing to evolve toward more intimate, residential and intimate and experience-driven journeys, Ensemble is expanding its portfolio to reflect where the category is heading with the addition of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. The addition of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection builds on Ensemble’s already robust luxury cruise portfolio, which includes premier names such as Oceania, Crystal, Viking, Ponant, Aman at Sea, Explora, Cunard, Atlas, Seabourn, Regent and others. Designed to combine the refined lifestyle of The Ritz-Carlton with the relaxed...
Scenic unveils 2027 Europe river cruise collection
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours has unveiled its 2027 Europe River Cruising & Land Journeys brochure, featuring a collection that spans 15 countries and 12 waterways. The new collection is designed to offer greater choice and flexibility, allowing Canadian travellers to explore capitals and hidden gems alike, with the option to enjoy a single river cruise, combine multiple rivers into one seamless journey, or pair their sailing with a land tour or extension. New curated and culinary journeys across Central Europe and France include: A Taste of the Danube – A Culinary...