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Two cruise lines had to find other ways for passengers to rejoin their ships after a landslide in Yukon, Alaska, blocked their route back. Yukon Highways and Public Works said the landslide occurred on the South Klondike Highway last Tuesday, leaving debris 120 to 160 yards wide and 22 yards… Read more »

Virgin Voyages recently announced its Kids Sail Free program. Don’t let the name fool you because “kids” refers to travel companions aged 18 to 26. Here’s how you can take advantage of it. The Richard Branson-owned cruise line encourages multi-generational cruising by allowing families to bring their adult children for… Read more »

Organizers of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games found innovative accommodations for athletes competing in a remote area, the luxury cruise ship Aranui 5. Olympic Games organizers faced a unique challenge this year: 48 surfers were scheduled to compete in Teahupo’o, Tahiti, a coastal area famous for its surf break. The… Read more »

In this episode of “Cruise Radio,” host Doug Parker and staff writer Richard Sims review a six-night Caribbean cruise aboard the Carnival Vista from Port Canaveral. They also discuss Carnival Cruise Line’s plans to build three new mega-ships, each accommodating up to 8,000 passengers, and the potential impact of overtourism… Read more »

Running a cruise charter offers a fantastic opportunity to create memorable experiences for guests through various water-based activities. This post lists engaging and diverse options to consider incorporating into your cruise offerings. 1. Snorkeling and Scuba Diving Snorkeling and scuba diving are classic water activities that allow guests to explore… Read more »

If you’re managing your Carnival Cruise Line booking online, you may be surprised by the company’s new interface. Instead of only being asked for your booking number and the guest’s last name, you’ll have to add more information corresponding to your reservation. Under the new system, users must specify their… Read more »

Carnival Corporation (CCL) has announced a significant fleet expansion with an order for three mega cruise ships for its Carnival Cruise Line brand. These ships, each nearly 230,000 gross registered tons, will be designed and constructed by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and are scheduled for delivery in the summers of 2029,… Read more »

Barcelona, a popular Mediterranean cruise port, is planning to increase the tourist tax for cruise passengers significantly. Currently set at €7 per day for less than 12 hours, the city’s mayor, Jaume Collboni, hinted at a substantial hike during a recent interview. ‘Substantial’ Increase Planned This cruise tax hike aims… Read more »

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) recently announced “technical issues” onboard Norwegian Jade, forcing the cruise ship to sail more slowly. As a result, one group of passengers had an extra-long sailing while the next group had their itinerary cut short by a day. The first group of passengers impacted were those… Read more »

Princess Cruises has announced that three of the most eagerly awaited attractions on their newest ship, Sun Princess—the Rollglider, Coastal Climb, and Ropes Course—will never open. Despite being heavily marketed and already installed, these features will not be available to passengers. According to Princess Cruises, “We regret to announce that… Read more »