CLIA Submits COVID-19 Plan to US Government

Days after implementing enhanced screening measures, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has submitted its comprehensive plan focused on “prevention, detection and… Read More »
Celestyal Launches “Peace of Mind Policy” for New and Current Bookings

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, Celestyal Cruises has launched a “Peace of Mind Policy” to include current bookings for travel through… Read More »
Royal Caribbean Comments on Liquidity Actions and 2020 Outlook

Royal Caribbean Cruises today announced that, due to the spread and recent developments related to the COVID-19 outbreak, the company… Read More »
White House Considering Cruise Industry Options

After the cruise industry became a focal point of the coronavirus outbreak in the United States, Vice President Mike Pence and his… Read More »
Carnival to the Rescue as Ship Plans Impromptu Wedding

When an itinerary change canceled a mid-cruise wedding on land in Jamaica, officers and crew on Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Freedom… Read More »
Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line Responds to State Department Advisory

Following yesterday’s U.S. State Department travel advisory, in which U.S. citizens have been advised not to travel by cruise ship… Read More »
Fall in Love With the European Barging Experience

European barging is ideal for travelers looking for new ways to explore traditional destinations in Europe, and it’s growing in… Read More »
MSC Cruises Implements New Cruise Assurance Program

As a result of the concerns from customers, MSC Cruises announced a new program to help assure travelers booking voyages… Read More »
Celebrity Cruises Makes History With All-Female Bridge, Leadership Teams

As part of Celebrity Cruises’ celebration of International Women’s Day, the company set sail Sunday for the first time in maritime… Read More »
Cruise Ship Finally Docks, Passengers Allowed to Disembark

A Princess Cruises ship was finally allowed to dock in Florida Sunday night after being held off the coast as coronavirus… Read More »
State Dept. Advisory Recommends Americans Avoid Cruises

In a potentially damaging move for the cruise industry, the U.S. State Dept. on Sunday issued an advisory recommending Americans not… Read More »
Vice President Mike Pence Met With Cruise Executives Over Coronavirus

Days after meeting with airline executives and aviation officials to discuss ways to combat the COVID-19 virus, Vice President Mike… Read More »
Carnival Corp. Announces Update on Grand Princess Cruise Ship

In a phone call held this afternoon to update the media, Princess Cruises executives detailed the current status of the… Read More »
CLIA Slams Possible Government Action on Cruising

A cruise industry organization is slamming a report that the United States government is considering ways to discourage travelers from… Read More »
Cruise Lines Are Modifying Cancellation and Rebooking Policies

In response to travelers’ rising concerns over the worldwide spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, many cruise lines are modifying their cancellation,… Read More »
Princess Cruises Updates Cancellation Policy

Officials from Princess Cruises announced the company would modify its cancellation policy for cruises and cruise tours departing through May 31. The… Read More »
Adam Goldstein Leaves Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd

Adam Goldstein is out at Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd. after 32 years with the company. Travel Weekly reported that March 2… Read More »
10 Best Ways to Budget for a Cruise in 2020

Save Now, Enjoy Later A cruise vacation doesn’t have to break the bank as there are plenty of money-saving moves… Read More »
AmaWaterways to Debut New Cruise Ship on Nile River

AmaWaterways’ newest river cruise ship will make its debut on Africa’s iconic Nile River late next year. The award-winning river… Read More »
Celebrity Cruises Postpones Naming Ceremony for Celebrity Apex

Given the tension of the current climate within the travel industry, and particularly public sentiment surrounding cases of the novel coronavirus… Read More »
It’s a Family Affair at American Queen Steamboat Company

For American Queen Steamboat Company, christenings are decidedly a family affair. Angie Hack, the daughter of American Queen President and CEO… Read More »
Cruise Ship Issues Health Advisory to Passengers

Princess Cruises issued a “Health Advisory Letter” to passengers currently sailing or who recently sailed on the Grand Princess ship… Read More »