Catalyst for creativity: sharing ideas for success

Sharing ideas can be essential for success. However, this approach to innovation is often ignored in business for fear of giving information to competitors. Elly Yates-Roberts asks My Nguyen of Holland America Group and Aida Lora of Royal Caribbean Group why this attitude is outdated and the new value of inter-organisation collaboration

My Nguyen and Aida Lora discuss the importance of inter-organisation collaboration 

Creating a new era of at-sea entertainment

CFR showcases how industry suppliers are using digital technologies such as augmented and virtual reality to help ship operators create exciting new offerings for guests

CFR showcases how suppliers are using digital technologies for exciting new guest offerings

Happy crew, happy cruise: overcoming recruitment challenges

Elly Yates-Roberts speaks with leading passenger ship management companies and crewing agencies about the solutions to the current multi-faceted problems that ship operators are facing

Passenger ship management companies and crewing agencies reveal their solutions to current problems

Striking the right balance for the future of ferries

Simon Johnson asks three high-speed ferry operators how they plan to reduce emissions and adapt to new fuels while continuing to provide safe, cost-effective and reliable services to passengers

High-speed ferry operators discuss their plans for reliable and sustainable operation

Highlighting the interior favourites making cruise ships special

An outstanding interior design can excite, relax and inspire, shaping the way that both the ship and the voyage are perceived by guests. Alex Smith asks a selection of cruise executives to highlight their favourite onboard spaces and describe what makes them special

CFR asks cruise executives to highlight their favourite onboard spaces and what makes them outstanding

Constructing the future of cruise shipping

Norwegian Cruise Line

Now that some degree of certainty is returning to the shipbuilding industry, a range of innovative new vessel designs are set to be constructed in the coming years, while existing ship series will continue to evolve. Alex Smith reports

Alex Smith reports on the recent and upcoming cruise ship newbuilds

Getting ready to set sail from the Sunshine State

Four leaders explain why their ports are the ideal base for cruise operators and guests who want to explore the Florida-Caribbean region

Four leaders explain why their ports are the ideal base for cruises in the Florida-Caribbean region

What makes a cruise destination special?

CFR navigates a journey around some of the outstanding ports around the world to discover the attributes that continue to delight passengers call after call 

CFR discovers the attributes that continue to delight passengers at ports around the world

Allure of the Mediterranean Sea as a cruise destination

The Mediterranean Sea is an enduringly popular destination for cruise travellers. Cruise line executives discuss their current itineraries and future plans with Michele Witthaus

Cruise line executives discuss their current itineraries and future plans with Michele Witthaus

Cruise ship order book: Bigger, safer, smarter

High-tech expedition craft and mega ships dominate the order book, signalling a confident return to business. Michele Witthaus reports

High-tech expedition craft and mega ships dominate the order book, reports Michele Witthaus

Designing a premium onboard experience

Rebecca Gibson explores the crucial role interior design plays in helping passenger shipping operators to elevate the guest experience onboard their vessels

CFI explores how interior design helps passenger ship operators elevate the guest experience 

Ferry flexible: Bringing the E-flexer ferries to life

Simon Johnson asks executives from Brittany Ferries, DFDS and Stena Line about the origins of their new E-Flexer ferries, as well as why they expect them to become so popular with guests

Executives from Brittany Ferries, DFDS and Stena Line discuss the appeal of their new series of vessels

CFR Green List: Sustainable cruise ports

Globally, ports are stepping up their green practices, ready for when their passenger shipping business returns. We hear what sustainability means for a number of ports worldwide and how they are working towards their goals

We hear what sustainability means for ports and how they’re working towards their goals

How companies can cruise past the pandemic

We hear from Marella Cruises and Mystic Cruises about how to win business back

Rebuilding cruise tourism after the Covid-19 pandemic

Jon Ingleton speaks with cruise industry leaders about what it will take to rebuild the industry

Jon Ingleton speaks with cruise industry leaders about what it will take to rebuild the industry

Reviving the refurbishment market in challenging times

Many interior outfitters are taking the disruption to business as an opportunity to re-evaluate their practices. CFR speaks with some of the sector’s biggest names to learn more

Interior outfitters are taking the disruption as an opportunity to re-evaluate their practices

Material expertise for beautiful onboard spaces

Partnering with materials experts during interior design projects enables shipowners to create long-lasting and beautiful onboard spaces. Cruise & Ferry highlights some of the companies that can help

Cruise & Ferry highlights some of the companies that can enable shipowners to create high-quality interiors

Navigating new waters in cruise ship interior design

Volume Creative

Volume Creative tells Rebecca Gibson about how it is using the power of research and art to drive the growth of sustainability in cruise ship interior design

Volume Creative explains how it is using research and art to drive the growth of sustainability

Exceeding guest expectations with memorable experiences

Senior executives from Carnival Australia and Pullmantur Cruises tell Elly Yates-Roberts how they are working to take customer satisfaction to a whole new level

Carnival Australia and Pullmantur Cruises’ executives discuss how they’re working to satisfy customers

How cruise lines are building a better shore experience

With passengers having more alternatives to travel independently, shore excursion professionals are continuing to build creative combination tours, as Richard Humphreys reports

Richard Humphreys explores the creative combination tours now on offer

Spoilt for choice in a packed cruise order book

With 118 cruise ships worth nearly US$70 billion currently on order across a broad spread of cruise ship types and sizes, the outlook for newbuilds has never been healthier. Michele Witthaus reports on several upcoming deliveries

Michele Witthaus reports on the outlook for newbuilds, with nearly 118 cruise ships on order

Launching the Celebrity Revolution for luxury standards

Allan Jordan explores Celebrity Cruises’ ongoing revitalisation programme, which was inspired by the new Celebrity Edge and will elevate the luxury standards on its current cruise ships

ICFR explores Celebrity Cruises’ revitalisation programme which was inspired by Celebrity Edge

Perfecting the dining experience at sea

Galleys and eateries are an essential ingredient in perfecting the onboard dining experience. Jacqui Griffiths asks operators how they surprise and delight passengers

We ask cruise operators why galleys and eateries are an essential ingredient in delighting passengers

How do destinations create an unforgettable cruise experience?

Jacqui Griffiths asks leading operators what makes the places they visit truly special

Jacqui Griffiths asks leading operators what makes the places they visit truly special

An appetite for authenticity is driving cruise orders

The thirst for a true sense of exploration at sea shows no signs of abating. Michele Witthaus highlights some of the new cruise ships that will meet the demand

We highlight some of the new cruise ships that will meet the demand for exploration at sea