Vancouver Celebrates One Millionth Passenger Through Facial Biometrics
The Port of Vancouver celebrated the one millionth cruise passenger going through its unique facial biometric embarkation system today. The Fullerton family triggered the one-million mark. They were traveling from Kentucky to board their Alaska-bound cruise ship. Facial biometrics were first implemented at the Canada Place Cruise Terminal in June 2024, just as the Alaska…
HX Expeditions Reports 12% CO2 Reduction, Launches 2030 Strategy
HX Expeditions published its 2025 ESG Report on World Oceans Day alongside the launch of its first long-term sustainability strategy, setting measurable targets through to 2030, according to a press release. The report marks the first in the expedition cruise sector to be developed in line with the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), the company…
Atlas Celebrates 49% Year-over-Year Sales Growth
Atlas Ocean Voyages has announced that year-to-date sales across all future voyages are tracking 49 percent ahead of the same period last year, underscoring continued momentum for the fast-growing luxury expedition brand and setting the stage for another record-setting year in 2026. The strong performance reflects continued demand across Atlas Ocean Voyages’ portfolio of expedition…
MSC Launches Oceans Day Powered By MSC Foundation
MSC Cruises said that to mark World Oceans Day, the MSC Foundation has launched Oceans Day powered by MSC Foundation, a new onboard program that helps children and families better understand, celebrate and care for the ocean. The initiative draws on experiences that combine learning, creativity, and participation, and is expected to engage thousands of…
Explora Journeys Names Godmother for Explora III
Timed to coincide with World Ocean Day, Explora Journeys has announced the appointment of marine educator, dive trainer and National Geographic Educator Cristina Ozores as the Godmother of the Explora III. The company said that Ozores is a passionate advocate for ocean conservation and that she brings a respected voice from the marine world to…
Celestyal to Show FIFA World Cup Matches Live on Both Ships
Both ships from Celestyal’s fleet will broadcast matches live during the FIFA World Cup, June 11 – July 19, 2026. According to a press release, venues on the Celestyal Journey where guests will be able to watch the games are the Martini Lounge, Galazio Bar and Halara Bar. As for the Celestyal Discovery, matches will be shown at Café Nation and the Star Bar & Lounge. “The World Cup…
AIDA Celebrates 30th Birthday with 3-Ship Parade in Hamburg
The AIDAperla, AIDAprima and AIDAsol sailed a parade together in the Port of Hamburg on June 7, 2026 in celebration of the cruise line’s 30th anniversary. The parade started at 7:45 p.m., with the route leading along the Elbphilharmonie, St. Pauli Piers and the Oversea Bridge to the center of the Port of Hamburg, AIDA said in a press release. In addition to this,…
NCLH Releases Its 2025 Sail and Sustain Report
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH) released its 2025 “Sail and Sustain” report, outlining the progress made in terms of its global sustainability strategy. The full report is available here. “Our Sail & Sustain program is designed to support resilience, discipline and long-term value creation,” said John W. Chidsey, chief executive officer of NCLH. “The progress outlined in this year’s report reflects the dedication of…
P&O Cruises to Back Southampton FC for Another Season
P&O Cruises announced that it will continue to be the Official Front of Shirt Partner for Southampton Football Club for the upcoming 2026-27 football season. “P&O Cruises is deeply rooted in Southampton, our home port city and its community. We recognize both the challenges and the triumphs that have defined its football club in recent…
Marella Cruises Rewarding 23 Top Agents with 2027 Caribbean Sailing
Marella Cruises has announced its “Make it on Marella 2027” incentive for travel agents valid for bookings made from June 4, 2026, to December 31, 2026. Thanks to the initiative, 20 agents who make the most bookings, plus three “Wild Card” agents, selected by a judging process by the Marella Cruises trade team, will win a…
Adora Mediterranea Kicks off the 2026 Tianjin Season
Adora Cruises kicked off the 2026 Tianjin Season on June 7 with the Adora Mediterranea, which set sail from Tianjin International Cruise Homeport, launching a six-day cruise to Jeju and Seoul (Incheon) in South Korea. During the season, the Mediterranea will operate 25 voyages. It’s the fourth year the company has homeported in Tianjin. Adora…
R11 Reaffirms Support for Corazul in Brazil; Payments Protected
R11 Travel continues to support the Brazilian operations of Corazul Cruceros, according to a recent interview. After cancelling its inaugural season in the Mediterranean due to commercial challenges, the new Spanish cruise line is planning to launch service in Brazil later this year. Speaking with Portal Panrotas, the R11’s CEO Ricardo Amaral said that guests…
Carnival Venezia Arrives in New York for Summer Season
The Carnival Venezia has arrived in New York City in late May for another summer season sailing from the Manhattan Cruise Terminal. After spending the winter sailing from Port Canaveral, the vessel returned to the U.S. Northeast for a series of itineraries to Canada, New England, Bermuda and the Caribbean. For the first sailing of…
Okaloosa County Shares Pictures of Former Ocean Liner Ahead of Sinking
Okaloosa County recently shared new images of the SS United States as the ship prepares to be sunk off the coast of Florida. Set to become the world’s largest artificial reef, the former ocean liner is currently awaiting approval for its deployment. Currently docked in Mobile, Alabama, the 1952-built vessel underwent a remediation process that…
Holland America and Celestyal Join Growing Year-Round Europe Trend
Two cruise lines recently announced plans to expand their operations in Europe, adding winter cruising in the region. Holland America and Celestyal became the latest in an increasingly long list of brands sailing year-round in the destination. Holland America Line is deploying its largest and newest ship, the Nieuw Statendam, for a winter and early…