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Wave deals from Princess Cruises, Virgin, HAL, Azamara, Windstar, HX Wave season deals are rolling out with some of the first coming from Princess Cruises, Virgin Voyages, Holland America Line, Azamara, Windstar Cruises and HX. Full article

Adora Magic City moves from shipyard to homeport in Shanghai ahead of debut Adora Magic City departed Shanghai Waigaoqiao shipyard Friday and berthed at homeport Shanghai Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal this afternoon. Full article Seatrade Cruise Review just out with John Padgett at the Love Boat helm, 2024 newbuilds previewed Seatrade Cruise Review's December issue showcases Princess Cruises under John Padgett's leadership and previews the 10 oceangoing newbuilds set for 2024 delivery, with other topics ranging from sustainability to food and beverage. Full article CMHI cuts steel for seventh SunStone expedition cruise ship China Merchants Heavy Industries' Haimen yard cut steel for the seventh and final Infinity-class expedition cruise ship for SunStone Maritime Group. Full article Norwegian Cruise Line will discontinue its no NCFs policy Norwegian Cruise Line will end its policy of paying commission on all elements of the cruise fare after first quarter 2024. Full article Costa Maya's César Lizarraga is fondly remembered César Lizarraga González, who helped make Puerto Costa Maya a popular cruise stop, died Dec. 3 in Mérida, Mexico, after a long battle with cancer. He was 52. Full article Australia extends exemption to Coastal Trading Act Australia extended the Coastal Trading (Revitalising Australian Shipping) Act 2012 through 2024, which means eligible international cruise operators do not need a licence to carry passengers to and from Australian ports. Full article