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What's really happening with Perfect Day Mexico Royal Caribbean calls the headlines misleading. Work on the project hasn't started, pending federal environmental approvals, and site cleanup is another matter. Read full story

In a first, Disney is sending a Wish-class ship to Europe in 2027 Plus, Disney Cruise Line detailed other summer deployment in Alaska, The Bahamas, Caribbean and Asia. Read full story Mark Tamis takes on dual Holland America-Seabourn role He'll add guest experience/product development with Michael Smith retiring. And Michael Stendebach was promoted. Read full story Introducing the new Scenic & Emerald Rewards loyalty programme My Rewards, a key benefit, enables members to earn 1% of their eligible new booking value as an actual monetary amount. Read full story

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Thatcher Brown returns to Virtuoso in new role He will serve as the special cruise advisor to COO Brad Bourland. Read full story Windstar appoints Paul Chapple VP hotel operations He joins from Azamara Cruises and will report to COO Stijn Creupelandt. Read full story StarCruises expands Southeast Asia reach with four new ports Star Voyager will call at new destinations in Vietnam, Malaysia and Indonesia during the school holiday period. 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 16 - 17 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 ›

TUI partners with Armada for Mein Schiff 6 air lubrication retrofit A decarbonisation drive leads to an innovative system installation on the vessel. Read full story Disney Adventure calls Los Angeles en route to Singapore Disney Signature Experiences' Joe Schott said excitement is building as the ship's maiden voyage nears. Read full story Virgin, MSC big gainers as cruise line web traffic up YoY A universally strong first month for wave season in terms of site visits. Read full story AmaWaterways premieres first national TV commercial It 'tells a deeply human story,' according to CMO Michal Maguire, as part of the brand's new 'Journeys That Move You' campaign. Read full story

The Dubliners tribute show headlining Ambassador’s Irish-themed cruise The voyage will include a unique, Irish-inspired St. Patrick’s Day meal. Read full story Bolette returns to service after Falmouth dry dock Bolette set sail for the Caribbean with refreshed dining, entertainment and guest spaces. Read full story

Scenic Group seeks new VP sales, USA/Latin America This comes during a growth spurt with six new ships — yachts and river vessels — scheduled over the next three years. Read full story My First Cruise Connections: Akvile Marozaite, CEO, Expedition Cruise Network Akvile Marozaite, CEO, Expedition Cruise Network, shares her cruise industry firsts. Read full story

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