Why Jamaica is a jewel in the Caribbean cruise crown

Why Jamaica is a jewel in the Caribbean cruise crown

Jamaica Vacations

By Joy Roberts | 29 September 2023

Joy Roberts discusses how Jamaica’s rich variety of natural and cultural attractions makes it one of the premier destinations for cruises to the Caribbean

The executive director of Jamaica Vacations discusses Jamaica’s rich variety of attractions

Regent Seven Seas enlist Broadway directors for new shows

Regent Seven Seas enlist Broadway directors for new shows

Regent Seven Seas Cruises

By Laura Hyde | 29 September 2023

New entertainment programme will debut onboard Seven Seas Grandeur in November

Holland America completes fleetwide shore power installation project

Holland America completes fleetwide shore power installation project

Holland America Line

By Rebecca Gibson | 28 September 2023

All 11 vessels can now connect to shoreside electricity in more than 18 ports worldwide

Dawn of a new era for Spirit of Tasmania

Dawn of a new era for Spirit of Tasmania

Spirit of Tasmania

By Philippe Holthof | 28 September 2023

TT-Line Company’s Bernard Dwyer discusses with Philippe Holthof the two next-generation Spirit of Tasmania ro-pax ferries that will soon join the Tasmania-based fleet

TT-Line Company’s Bernard Dwyer discusses the new ferries that will soon join the Tasmania-based fleet 

Explora Journeys calls at New York for first visit to the USA

Explora Journeys calls at New York for first visit to the USA

Explora Journeys

By Alex Smith | 27 September 2023

Explora 1 arrived at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal to begin its ‘East Coast US and Canada’ voyage

Azamara 2026 World Cruise to visit the Seven Wonders of the World

Azamara 2026 World Cruise to visit the Seven Wonders of the World

Azamara Cruises

By Alex Smith | 27 September 2023

The 155-night voyage will call at destinations in 36 countries across six continents

How the Expedition Cruise Network is promoting growth

How the Expedition Cruise Network is promoting growth
By Rebecca Gibson | 27 September 2023

Akvile Marozaite gives Rebecca Gibson an insight into how the new Expedition Cruise Network will work with travel agents and shipowners to promote the growth of a sustainable expedition cruise industry

Akvile Marozaite discusses how the new network will work with agents and shipowners

MSC Cruises and Port of Kiel inaugurate shore power facility

MSC Cruises and Port of Kiel inaugurate shore power facility

MSC Cruises

By Alex Smith | 26 September 2023

The new technology will reduce the emissions produced by vessels visiting the German port

Navigating new oceans of technology innovation

Navigating new oceans of technology innovation
By Nick Farrell | 26 September 2023

Artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies can make marine interior outfitting projects more streamlined, efficient and sustainable, but humans will always remain a vital part of the process

Artificial intelligence can streamline outfitting projects alongside invaluable human skills 

SMC and Partner Ship Design to collaborate with Aroya Cruises

SMC and Partner Ship Design to collaborate with Aroya Cruises

Cruise Saudi/Aroya Cruises

By Alex Smith | 25 September 2023

The two firms will both provide design services for Cruise Saudi’s new cruise line

Building a foundation for sustainable cruise growth in Norway

Building a foundation for sustainable cruise growth in Norway

Hurtigruten_Espen Mills

By Rebecca Gibson | 25 September 2023

Rebecca Gibson reports on some of the enhancements various ports and destinations are making to their facilities and shore excursion offerings to improve the cruise experience in Norway

Norwegian ports and destinations are making enhancements to improve the cruise experience

Resorts World One makes maiden voyage to Sanya, China

Resorts World One makes maiden voyage to Sanya, China

Resorts World Cruises

By Laura Hyde | 25 September 2023

Two and three-night cruises from Hong Kong are now available from Resorts World Cruises

Royal Caribbean partners with Ponting Wines from October 2023

Royal Caribbean partners with Ponting Wines from October 2023

Royal Caribbean International/Ponting Wines

By Laura Hyde | 25 September 2023

Two to 18-night cruises from Brisbane and Sydney will offer a handpicked selection of wines

Full programme unveiled for London’s Sustainable Design Summit

Full programme unveiled for London’s Sustainable Design Summit

Sustainable Design Summit 

By Laura Hyde | 22 September 2023

The November event aims to offer practical solutions for making sustainable choices easier 

Hurtigruten Expeditions to rebrand as HX

Hurtigruten Expeditions to rebrand as HX

Hurtigruten Expeditions/Ted Gatlin

By Laura Hyde | 22 September 2023

The new name references the origins of the Norwegian brand, which launched in 1893

Refit Report: cruise and ferry brands focus on green refurbishments

Refit Report: cruise and ferry brands focus on green refurbishments

Marella Cruises/TUI UK

By Laura Hyde | 22 September 2023

Shipyards worldwide are working with cruise and ferry operators to upgrade ships and reduce fleet-wide emissions, cut onboard waste and implement energy-saving technologies. Laura Hyde takes a look at some of the projects carried out so far in 2023

CFR reports on the work carried out in shipyards on cruise and ferry vessels so far in 2023