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NCLH rings in Allura, loyalty status match at NYSE And Harry Sommer and Jason Montague sit for an interview spanning digital transformation plans, a Norwegian Cruise Line brand refresh and the search for NCL's next president. Read full story

Star Princess godparents are Camila and Matthew McConaughey They'll preside over Nov. 6 naming festivities at Port Everglades. Read full story Carnival Q3 hits all-time high, 2025 guidance goes up (updated) Shares were off 5% at midday despite what CEO Josh Weinstein called a 'phenomenal' quarter while 2026 bookings remain 'strong,' in line with 2025 record levels and at historical high prices. Read full story Viking prices $1.7b private notes offering Following the sale, the company expects to arrange a 'meaningful' revolving credit upsize. It also shared an update on bookings and pricing for the 2025 and 2026 seasons. Read full story

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Loyalty status match for NCL, Oceania Cruises, Regent Showcasing this news, NCLH CEO Harry Sommer is ringing the New York Stock Exchange opening bell today. Read full story TUI Cruises orders two additional InTUItion-class ships from Fincantieri The deal replaces a previous agreement with TUI for vessels intended for their Marella Cruises brand. Read full story Lisa Pile heads up Oceania, as well as Regent Seven Seas Cruises, in Asia She has the support of three regional sales directors in this fast-growing region. Read full story Windstar taps Lauren Kieny for Central US regional sales Based in Dallas, she will oversee 12 states, working closely with travel advisors. Read full story Upcoming Seatrade Cruise Events Seatrade Cruise Global 13 - 16 April 2026. Miami Beach Convention Center. Miami Beach. FL. USA The international cruise industry event of the year is back! Hear the latest updates from across the industry and take part in discussions that will shape the future of cruising. Find out more › F&B@Sea 15 - 16 April 2026. Mana Wynwood Convention Center. Miami. FL. USA. The one-of-a-kind immersive F&B experience for the cruise industry. Meet visionary leaders, renowned chefs, and top mixologists who will unveil the latest trends and sustainable innovations transforming the industry. Find out more › Seatrade Cruise Med 23 - 24 September 2026. Las Palmas Cruise Port. Las Palmas. Spain. Seatrade Cruise Med is set to take place at the stunning new location of Las Palmas Cruise Port in Las Palmas, Spain. Join cruise professionals from the Mediterranean and adjoining seas as they come together to share ideas, forge new partnerships, and plan for the future of the cruise industry. Find out more ›

For Royal Caribbean, a Quantum shift in Los Angeles Quantum of the Seas joins Navigator of the Seas on Mexico cruises. Read full story Nassau Cruise Port opens after Tropical Storm Imelda Three ships carrying a total of 9,948 passengers were alongside Sept. 29. Read full story My First Cruise Connections: Ken Taylor, SVP, MarkeTeam Ken Taylor, SVP, MarkeTeam and a Seatrade Cruise F&B Ambassador, shares his cruise industry firsts. Read full story

Global Ports Holding investing $250m in port infrastructure projects Following the launch of new terminals in Alicante, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote earlier this year, GPH is moving ahead with a series of major construction projects in the Caribbean and Europe. Read full story

Vow's Scanship nets €11.3m cruise order The system is a fully integrated clean ship solution for more than 10,000 people at sea. Read full story

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