Margaritaville at Sea Plans Rare Three-Ship Meet in Nassau
Margaritaville at Sea is preparing a first-of-its-kind, three-ship gathering in Nassau in early 2027, signaling a new scale of ambition for the growing cruise brand.
Vanessa Buasini
Based in Southampton, one of Europe’s busiest cruise hubs, Vanessa follows cruise line announcements and maritime travel trends. Her reporting helps readers stay informed about the ships, ports, and operational changes shaping the cruise world.
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Luxury hotel-branded yachts lure a new wave of cruisers
Luxury hotel groups from Ritz-Carlton to Four Seasons are launching yacht-style ships aimed at resort loyalists, reshaping how first-time travelers think about cruising.
Norwegian Cruise Line Revamps Norwegian Jade and Gem
Norwegian Cruise Line has completed major upgrades on Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem, adding adults-only spaces, expanded wellness options and refreshed dining for upcoming sailings.
Viking Unveils Two New Oberammergau Voyages for 2030
Viking has introduced two Oberammergau-focused river itineraries for 2030, pairing the famed Bavarian Passion Play with extended Rhine and Danube cruising.
7 highs and lows from a week on Legend of the Seas
Seven nights on Royal Caribbean’s new Legend of the Seas reveal a megaship packed with splashy thrills, clever design and a few crowd‑sized frustrations.
Emergency services tackle major incident near Ellesmere Port
A significant emergency response near Ellesmere Port led to a full road closure, disruption for motorists and warnings for residents as crews dealt with the incident.
CruiseWorld Malaysia 2026 charts Asia’s cruise future
CruiseWorld Malaysia 2026 in Kuala Lumpur positions Malaysia at the heart of Asia’s resurgent cruise market, with a sharp focus on demand, distribution and destination growth.
StarCruises Charters Star Voyager for December 2026 Program
StarCruises has chartered the Star Voyager to a regional partner for a series of December 2026 holiday sailings from Port Klang to Thailand, targeting Malaysian families.
Cris De Souza Joins Victory Cruise Lines as VP of Sales
Victory Cruise Lines has appointed veteran cruise executive Cris De Souza as vice president of sales, signaling a strategic push in Great Lakes and coastal cruising.
Two Classic NCL Ships Add Vibe Beach Club and New Thermal Suites
Norwegian Cruise Line has upgraded two of its classic Jewel-class ships with an adults-only Vibe Beach Club and enhanced Mandara Spa thermal suites after recent dry docks.
Riviera Travel Opens Early Bookings for 2028 River Cruises
Riviera Travel has opened early bookings for select 2028 European river cruises in North America, pairing advance access with substantial savings and all‑inclusive perks.
Hilton Chania Old Town Resort & Spa Opens on Crete
Hilton has launched its flagship brand in Chania with a new Old Town resort and spa, adding upscale rooms, wellness facilities and rooftop pools on Crete.
Low Danube Levels Strand Hungary’s Cruise Fleet
Exceptionally low water on the Danube in Hungary has stranded cruise ships, shut down key sightseeing routes, and raised fresh concerns about climate pressures on river tourism.
Agents Tick Off Bucket List Voyages with Heritage Expeditions
Travel advisors are securing rare polar, Subantarctic and Japanese small-ship voyages with Heritage Expeditions as demand for once-in-a-lifetime experiences accelerates.
Fora host agency secures $60M to fuel next growth phase
Host agency and travel-tech platform Fora has secured another $60 million, bolstering its expansion plans, technology roadmap and growing community of independent travel advisors.