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PortMiami's Margaritaville at Sea deal worth $23m over five years The Cruise Terminal 3 agreement comes with two five-year options. It's up for a vote July 21. Read full story

Galveston plans mobility study for a fifth cruise terminal This will build on a recently completed traffic study to understand how vehicles and pedestrians move in a broader area beyond the port. Read full story WICO projects growth to 1.2m cruisers in fiscal 2027 Ship calls are expected to rise from 302 in fiscal 2026 to 362. Read full story Amy Williams new commercial director Australasia for Explora Journeys A Carnival Corp. veteran at the UK and Australia brands, she joins from Cunard. Read full story

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Atlas Ocean Voyages increases Antarctica fly-cruise departures Six more dates were added in the 2027/28 season, plus limited space is available for two trips in December 2026. Read full story Aroya launches redesigned website platform Aroya Cruises has launched a refreshed website that integrates planning, booking, check-in, guest services and personalisation into a connected digital ecosystem. Read full story Peninsula delivers first bioLNG to Legend of the Seas in Cádiz Peninsula has completed its first bioLNG delivery in the Port of Cádiz to Royal Caribbean Group's Icon-class cruise ship Legend of the Seas, marking the completion of fuel supplies to all three Icon-class vessels. 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 ›

My First Cruise Connections: Martin Lister, head of product innovation, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Martin Lister, head of product innovation at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, shares his cruise industry firsts. Read full story Hilton Honors members can now use, earn points with Explora Journeys Among the perks is a 5% discount on cruise fares. Read full story

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