Emerald Lumi Reaches Key Build Milestone for 2027 Seine Debut
Emerald Cruises’ new Star-Ship Emerald Lumi has reached a major construction milestone, keeping plans on track for 2027 Seine River cruises roundtrip from Paris.
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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Delta CEO Signals Higher Airfares Are Here To Stay
Delta’s chief executive is signaling that 2026 fare hikes are likely to stick, reflecting high fuel costs, tight capacity and strong demand for premium travel.
Royal Caribbean delays cruise ship return amid super typhoon
A Royal Caribbean cruise ship will return late to port after rerouting around a powerful super typhoon, extending the voyage and forcing schedule changes for embarking guests.
Royal Caribbean Invites Fans to Help Name Its Future Ships
Royal Caribbean is turning to its fan base for help naming several upcoming cruise ships, underscoring how social media and community input now shape major branding decisions.
Norwegian Cruise Line Sued Over Child’s Onboard Misdiagnosis
A Washington parent has filed suit against Norwegian Cruise Line, alleging an onboard doctor misdiagnosed a child’s appendicitis, leading to a ruptured appendix and lasting harm.
Emergency Training to Heighten Response Presence at Port Neches Middle School
A scheduled training exercise at Port Neches Middle School is expected to bring a noticeable increase in emergency vehicles as agencies test campus response plans.
Super Typhoon Bavi Prompts Royal Caribbean Cruise Cancellation
Royal Caribbean has canceled an Asian sailing as Super Typhoon Bavi disrupts routes across the West Pacific, highlighting growing weather risks for cruise travel.
How Carnival Revives Its Past With Classic Ship Names
Carnival Cruise Line is leaning into nostalgia, reviving historic ship names and designs to connect new megaships with five decades of brand history.
Celebrity Reflection’s 13 New Spaces Elevate Caribbean Cruises
Celebrity Cruises is overhauling Celebrity Reflection with 13 new venues and amenities, signaling a major refresh for short Bahamas getaways and longer Caribbean sailings.
ZED Airlines probes Haiti emergency landing with three aboard
ZED Airlines has launched an internal investigation after a Cessna 402B with three people on board made an emergency landing off Haiti’s coast, with all occupants surviving.
China Raises Emergency Response as Typhoon Bavi Nears Coast
China has upgraded its national emergency response as Super Typhoon Bavi approaches the eastern coast, prompting large-scale evacuations, transport adjustments and coastal tourism disruptions.
Celebrity Reflection Makeover Details Finally Revealed
Celebrity Cruises has unveiled a sweeping makeover for Celebrity Reflection, outlining new venues, refreshed suites and updated entertainment ahead of its 2027 debut.
Egypt Bars Gay Cruise Days After Similar Ban in Turkiye
An LGBTQ-focused cruise charter has been denied entry by ports in both Turkiye and Egypt within a week, raising alarms over regional hostility to queer tourism.
Carnival Unveils Record-Breaking Mega-Ship to Challenge Icon Class
Carnival has revealed plans for its largest cruise ship yet, signaling a new phase in the capacity race against Royal Caribbean’s headline-grabbing Icon Class.
Egypt Bars Gay Cruise After Turkey Blocks Same Voyage
An LGBTQ focused cruise in the eastern Mediterranean has been turned away from ports in both Turkey and Egypt, raising fresh concerns for queer travelers.