Cruiseradio News Updates

The city of Barcelona confirmed plans to downsize its cruise port network to address overtourism concerns. Complaints about tourist overcrowding has become a key political issue in the city over the past year, leading to widespread demonstrations and even some angry confrontations with tourists. While cruise traffic is only a… Read more »

A gastrointestinal illness outbreak has sickened more than 140 guests and crew members on a recent Royal Caribbean cruise. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said 134 guests and seven crew members were taken ill on the cruise line’s Navigator of the Seas. Exact Cause of Illness… Read more »

Princess Cruises is raising the curtain on a fresh lineup of entertainment for its upcoming ship, Star Princess, debuting October 4. The second vessel in the new Sphere class, Star Princess will feature a mix of original theatrical productions, live music events, and immersive experiences designed to bring energy and… Read more »

Margaritaville at Sea has teased the first details about its new upcoming flagship vessel. The third ship in the fleet – and largest to date – will be renamed Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber. The 102,000-ton ship is currently sailing as the Costa Fortuna with Costa Cruises. Margaritaville at Sea was… Read more »

A Norwegian Cruise Line ship got off to a bad start during its current transatlantic voyage. The Norwegian Star suffered a power outage even before it reached the Atlantic. Ship Towed Back to NYC Pier This left the ship adrift in the Hudson River shortly after departing the Manhattan Cruise… Read more »

There’s something undeniable about the pull of the horizon. Whether it’s the gentle crash of waves at your feet or the towering peaks just visible in the distance, adventure begins where the land meets something unknown. And for those brave enough to go beyond the shoreline, whether literally or metaphorically,… Read more »

A court in France has dealt a big blow to the new cruise ship restrictions imposed in the French Riviera city of Nice. The Administrative Court of Nice blocked a recent decree issued by the Mayor of Nice, Christian Estrosi. The Mayor had imposed cruise ship restrictions for vessels docking… Read more »

In the travel industry, first impressions are everything. Whether you’re handing out a brochure at a trade show or mailing out vacation packages to clients, the look and feel of your printed materials say a lot about your business. Crisp visuals and high-quality stock make your agency look polished and… Read more »

Sailing across the waves, snagging awesome sunsets, and vlogging your journey is super cool, right? Tools like Pippit AI help you make slick videos, even with wonky ship Wi-Fi. New to vlogging or a pro, editing can take your cruise clips to the next level. This blog’s got tips, hacks,… Read more »

The Juneau Assembly is moving forward with a plan to ask voters this fall whether to implement a seasonal sales tax system aimed at capturing more revenue during the busy cruise season. If approved, the change would raise the local sales tax from the current flat 5% to 7.5% from… Read more »