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Mexico unrest triggers few cruise changes but lines remain on alert It's too soon to tell if there may be a lasting impact on tourism. After past security issues, reputational recovery has been a slow process. Read full story

Robert Downey Jr. is Disney Adventure's godparent 'As the largest ship in the Disney fleet, a gargantuan blessing must be bestowed. I’ll do my darndest,' Downey said. Read full story Emerald’s ‘longest serving, dedicated’ employees godparents for Kaia Kim Scoular and Ray Gilbert will perform the naming honours for Emerald Cruises' newest yacht. Read full story A&K Travel Group names Debra Fox CSO - trade Matias Lira and Shawn Johnson have expanded roles, reporting to her. Read full story

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Transcend Cruises hires two new team members Bentlie Logan joins in sales and Brittni Cloudsdale as controller. Read full story Vow's Scanship nails €27m contract for four cruise newbuilds The vessels continue an existing platform. Equipment deliveries will start in April 2027. Read full story US Supreme Court hearing Havana Docks case today The justices will entertain a 60-minute argument based on what the US solicitor general has called a 'bellwether for future Title III cases.' Read full story MedCruise, AIVP convene Cruises & Port Cities Working Group in Taranto Through the joint initiative, MedCruise and AIVP aim to support their members in strengthening port-city relations, advancing the sustainable development of cruise tourism across the Mediterranean and beyond. 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 ›

Pearl Expeditions GM chair of Kimberley Marine Tourism Association Mick Fogg looks forward to bringing together operators of all sizes in this ecologically significant area. Read full story Trafalgar joins CLIA Australasia on eve of river cruise start-up ‘We understand the vital work CLIA does to educate and inspire agents to sell river cruises,’ Andrew Young said. Read full story Cruise industry, policymakers in Madeira for CLIA European Summit 2026 European cruise industry gathering in Funchal, Madeira to advance policy dialogue, sustainability, and regional development. Read full story My First Cruise Connections: Mégane Di Stefano, head of development, Cruises Montréal Mégane Di Stefano, head of development, Cruises Montréal, shares her cruise industry firsts. Read full story

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2026 marks SeaDream Yacht Club's 25th anniversary “The principles my father established in 2001 still guide us today,” Andreas Brynestad said. Read full story

Adam Goldstein tells why he backs Elliott's bid for NCLH change 'Norwegian could be doing much better," the former longtime Royal Caribbean leader said in a Fortune commentary. Read full story Japan and South Korea's cruise hub ambitions How the two countries are competing — and cooperating — to win homeporting business. Read full story CLIA's Trade Relations Committee names new co-chairs Joshua Harrell and Michelle Lardizabal will serve a two-year term (2026-2027). Read full story

Seatrade Cruise Talks > In Conversation with MedCruise | with Laura Cimaglia > Cruise Pioneers Episode 11 | Ocean Conservation at Sea > Cruise Pioneers Episode 10 | Cutting Food Waste with Smart Tech > Cruise Pioneers Episode 8 | Toward Zero-Emission Cruising Along the Norwegian Coast Seatrade Cruise Review > Read the December 2025 issue Latest Orderbook > Download Orderbook – February 2026

Brisbane-based Carnival Encounter undergoing upgrade in Singapore Improvements are coming to the spa, pool and other recreational facilities, and the ship will gain some of Carnival's signature F&B venues. Read full story Paul Gauguin Cruises opens 2028 sales with up to 30% savings Thirty-nine voyages across six different itineraries feature overnight port stays and cultural immersion. Read full story Frank Liska advances to captain of The World This follows Mark Dexter's retirement. Liska will share the master's position with Capt. Dag Sævik. Read full story Wynn Las Vegas introduces loyalty benefits on MSC Cruises Wynn Rewards members get exclusive cruise offers including, for some, MSC Yacht Club access. 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 t