cruise news

Riviera Travel is significantly expanding its solo traveler offerings, introducing 'no single supplement' cabins on major European river routes for 2026 and launching a fully solo-dedicated ship in 2027.

P&O Cruises has launched a targeted bank holiday promotion for its summer 2026 season, offering third and fourth guest fares from just £49 per person on selected balcony cabin departures from Southampton.

Oceanwide Expeditions is grappling with a severe medical crisis aboard the Hondius off Cape Verde, with three passenger deaths confirmed and a suspected Hantavirus outbreak stalling evacuation efforts.

Juneau’s popular Goldbelt Tram has temporarily suspended operations following a docking accident on April 30, 2026, impacting shore excursions for thousands of arriving cruise passengers.

Holland America Line has announced its ambitious 2028 Grand World Voyages, featuring a 129-day global circumnavigation and a 90-day deep-dive into Australia and New Zealand.

AmaWaterways has introduced a comprehensive month-long incentive program for travel advisors, featuring $200 e-gift card payouts, the 'Sell 3, Sail Free' reward, and a flagship AmaMagna cruise giveaway.

The Adriatic Sea is set for a massive €340 million maritime tourism overhaul in 2026, with Italy and Balkan nations investing heavily in green port infrastructure and cruise terminal expansions.

TUI Cruises is launching a massive, multi-day christening celebration for its new InTUItion-class ship, Mein Schiff Flow, sailing from Trieste to Palma de Mallorca.

Virgin Voyages hosted 1,100+ TikTok creators on Scarlet Lady in April 2026, generating 108 million views and redefining cruise line influencer marketing strategy for the industry.

Princess Cruises' new Star Princess brings Michelin-quality dining, an adults-only Sanctuary, and Broadway entertainment to Alaska's Inside Passage for 2026.

Havila Voyages achieves 90% emissions reduction on 12-day Norwegian fjord cruises in 2026, proving sustainable shipping is viable—but scaling green infrastructure remains the industry's biggest challenge.

Virgin Voyages' three-night Scarlet Lady creator cruise generated 108M TikTok views and 3.8M engagements from 1,100 influencers in April 2026, doubling web traffic and redefining cruise marketing strategy.