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Scenic Group celebrates 40th anniversary worldwide this month The company's vision is to continually elevate how guests experience the world. Read full story

Tap2Tour: Simplified tour check-in without the 'many apps' hassle Virgin Voyages, the first adopter, wrapped a successful Alaska season using the platform and other cruise lines are taking a look. Read full story New sweets and sips coming to Disney Believe Whether cruisers go for cocktails, coffee or sweet treats, Disney's next ship promises a captivating array of choices. Read full story Vikand's Marenia to bring medical wellness to luxury cruise ships Vikand CEO Peter Hult and wellness expert Anna Bjurstam explain how Marenia brings IVs, diagnostics and longevity care on board, and why it could soon become standard. Read full story

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Cunard extends Le Gavroche at Sea with Michel Roux to 2028 With Le Gavroche no longer operating on land, Queen Anne stands as the sole vessel on which passengers can taste the restaurant's celebrated cuisine. Read full story Aberdeen cruise count surges by more than a quarter since 2025 After recording its busiest cruise season yet, bookings at Port of Aberdeen extend as far ahead as 2033. Read full story Atlas Ocean Voyages doubles Drake fly & cruise departures for 2028/29 season Atlas Ocean Voyages is also offering extended journeys to South Georgia and the Falkland Islands. Read full story Carnival Corp. and Seatrium extend 15-year partnership Seatrium renewed its favoured customer contract with Carnival, with works on three cruise vessels already scheduled for the Q4 2026. Read full story Upcoming Seatrade Cruise Events Seatrade Cruise Asia 16 - 19 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 ›

Crown Princess begins 2026/27 Victoria season, returns in 2028/29 She will be the first Love Boat in several years to homeport in Melbourne when she comes back in the future season. Read full story My First Cruise Connections: MSC Cruises’ Jon Olav Stedje Jon Olav Stedje, sustainability and community engagement manager, MSC Cruises, shares his cruise industry firsts. Read full story New Med cruises added with Norwegian Aura's early delivery A pair of sailings between Trieste and Athens take place in May 2027. Read full story

K-pop group KIIRAS headlining Dream Cruises’ anniversary voyage The sailing includes a live showcase, meet & greet session and two nights at sea as part of Dream Cruises' anniversary programming. Read full story

Explora Journeys launches first President's Journey with Anna Nash The Mediterranean voyage offers exclusive destination experiences alongside intimate conversations between Nash and passengers. Read full story

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