Cruiseradio News Updates

Disney Cruise Line is reinforcing its commitment to the Texas market. The line will operate year-round from Galveston starting in 2027. Port Director and CEO of Galveston Wharves, Rodger Rees revealed the line’s plans at a recent joint meeting of Galveston City Council and the Wharves Board. Larger Ship Expected… Read more »

Cruise lines are taking legal action against Alaska cruise destination Skagway over a change in the way it will tax revenues on local shore excursions. It applies a local sales tax on tours that start and finish in Skagway. New Ordinance Taxes Cruise Lines’ Commissions It recently made a change… Read more »

MSC World America has arrived in Florida to attract North American cruisers to its brand. This ship significantly differs from other MSC cruise ships that have previously operated in North America. Sailing into the ring as a strong competitor, MSC wants to make waves. Taking on the brands well-known to most North… Read more »

Carnival Splendor diverted course to rescue four sailors and three dogs from a disabled catamaran in the South Pacific on May 22. The ship, which departed Sydney earlier that week on an eight-night voyage to Vanuatu and New Caledonia, was sailing south of New Caledonia when it received a distress… Read more »

A German court has ruled in favor of a guest who was kicked off a cruise ship for allegedly urinating in a glass. The man, along with two fellow travelers, was denied re-entry back on a cruise ship during a port call. They were told to make their own way… Read more »

The Turks and Caicos Government have blocked a cruise ship from docking at Grand Turk due to multiple cases of illness onboard. The Enchanted Princess was denied just 30 minutes before its scheduled arrival, Princess Cruises said. Dozens Reported Ill Onboard Ship The Turks and Caicos said it denied the… Read more »

Some cruisers will pay more to visit Juneau Alaska starting from the 2026 season. The Juneau Assembly approved a hike in fees for cruise ships to dock at the city-owned port facilities. The docking fees will virtually double, although city officials say the cruise lines are still getting a good… Read more »

Holland America Line is rolling out a complimentary Royal Dutch Tea service across its fleet, offering Dutch-inspired treats, gluten-free options and midafternoon elegance on sea days. Read more »

Carnival Cruise Line is asking passengers to toss wet wipes in the trash rather than flushing them after repeated clogs disabled multiple cabins’ toilets and required labor-intensive pipe repairs. Read more »

Carnival Cruise Line is changing course for one of its upcoming voyages. The November 1, 2025, sailing aboard Carnival Magic has been reclassified as a Casino Event cruise and will now be adults-only, allowing only guests aged 21 and up. The change was announced via an official letter sent to… Read more »