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Royal Caribbean firms orders for Icon 6 and 7 Meyer Turku is scheduled to deliver the ships in 2029 and 2030. Read full story

First guests visit Royal Beach Club Santorini This is Royal Caribbean's first Royal Beach Club in Europe, following the one in Paradise Island, Bahamas. Read full story Carnival Corp. probes alleged data breach The cruise giant, reportedly among numerous recent victims of ShinyHunters ransomware, said it quickly shut down unauthorized activity and is working with law enforcement. Read full story Splashy opener for Victory Cruise Great Lakes season in Toronto John Waggoner greeted elected officials, port/tourism partners, media and embarking guests. Read full story

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France records over 5m cruise arrivals in strong 2025 performance Atout France's 2025 French Barometer reveals France achieved 5.17m cruise port arrivals, up 6% year-on-year. Read full story More MSC World Asia family entertainment revealed MSC Cruises announced additional family entertainment facilities and programming for MSC World Asia, including an interactive gaming arena and expanded kids' clubs. Read full story F&B@Sea 2026 highlights Thousands gathered at F&B@Sea 2026 in Miami to connect with cruise line leaders, explore 230+ vendor offerings and attend panels on industry innovation. Read full story Upcoming Seatrade Cruise Events 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 › Seatrade Cruise Asia 16 - 20 November 2026. Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia. Seatrade Cruise Asia brings local and international executives and businesses together for networking, learning and discussion on opportunities for future growth potential. Find out more › Seatrade Cruise Global 5 – 8 April 2027. 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 7 – 8 April 2027. 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 ›

CLIA inducts 2026 Hall of Fame honorees Dondra Ritzethaler, A.J. Rick Mazza, Nexion Travel Group and Wendy Franz were feted during a Cruise360 gala event. Read full story Viking's Jørn Henriksen new IAATO executive committee chair New executive committee members include Kim Crosbie, Iain McNeill and Kara Weller. Read full story My First Cruise Connections: Vigleik Dueland, tourism director, Visit Haugesund Vigleik Dueland, director of tourism, Visit Haugesund, shares his cruise industry firsts. Read full story Hybrid-electric Magellan Discoverer heads toward sea trials Antarctica21's Chilean-built ship completes complex river passage in Valdivia. Read full story

Dream Cruises partners with Kiehl's for exclusive skincare sailing Dream Cruises collaborated with skincare brand Kiehl's for a three-night cruise from Singapore featuring wellness experiences and a product launch. Read full story

Port of Huelva receives inaugural call from Le Champlain The Port of Huelva received its first call from Ponant's Le Champlain. Read full story

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