Norwegian Cruise Line Taps Director John Chidsey as CEO
Norwegian's chief executive handoff underscores how activist investors are reshaping cruise boardrooms, pressuring lagging operators to close the gap with bigger rivals.
Aroya Cruises Launches First Arabian Gulf Season From Dubai Feb. 21
Aroya’s Gulf debut signals how Saudi-backed cruising is expanding beyond the Red Sea, as regional ports compete to become the Middle East’s year-round homeport network.
Mediterranean Cruise Market Nears 6 Million Passengers in 2026
Bigger ships are reshaping Mediterranean cruising, giving a few mega lines outsized influence while newcomers try to stand out with more port-focused experiences.
MSC Cruises to Air All 104 2026 World Cup Matches Fleetwide
Cruise lines are turning mega events into onboard social experiences, betting that shared World Cup watch parties can keep guests engaged on sea days and boost bar traffic.
Celebrity Infinity Cancels Greece Cruise After Power Loss Near Piraeus
The outage shows how one technical failure can disrupt the tightly scheduled Greek Isles season, testing cruise lines on repairs, communication and passenger care.
Carnival Encounter Enters Singapore Drydock for Spa Upgrades
The refurbishment signals how cruise lines are investing in wellness and fresh branding to keep mature ships competitive as year-round demand in Queensland grows.
MSC Splendida Cancels Tunis and Marseille Stops Over 50-Knot Winds
Winter gales are increasingly reshaping Mediterranean cruise plans, pushing lines to favor sheltered harbors and bake more flexibility into itineraries as weather risks rise.
MSC Cruises Unveils Easter 2026 Sailings Centered on Ocean Cay
By anchoring holiday sailings around Ocean Cay, MSC underscores how cruise lines are betting on private destinations to manage capacity and keep more spending onshore.
Royal Caribbean Brings Artist Discovery Program to Legend of the Seas
Cruise lines are turning ships into floating galleries as they compete on cultural authenticity. For Caribbean and Central American artists, it opens a rare global stage.
Norwegian Pearl Sails From Miami for Bare Necessities’ 2026 Nude Cruise
As cruise lines lean on charters and private islands to tailor experiences, Bare Necessities shows how mainstream ships can welcome niche communities while keeping clear boundaries.
Disney Wish Sets First Europe Season in 2027 Schedule
With family cruising getting more competitive, Disney is betting franchise-led days at sea and new regional deployments will keep its ships differentiated and in demand.
Disney Wish to Sail Europe for First Time in Summer 2027
Disney’s flagship family ship heading to Europe signals how fiercely cruise lines are chasing Mediterranean demand, with Disney pushing beyond its Florida base to win new fans.