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Cruise News

Viking Star Changes Course from Tremor-Prone Santorini to Crete

Manuel Santos

Santorini’s earthquakes prompt cruise ship Viking Star to reroute to Crete. What this means for visitors, tourism, and future travel plans.

7 months ago

Celebrity Infinity Marks the Start of Thessaloniki’s Cruise Season

Manuel Santos

Celebrity Infinity, carrying 1,842 passengers, kicks off Thessaloniki’s cruise season with a strong start.

7 months ago

Thessaloniki Gears Up for Celebrity Infinity

Kostas Raptis

Celebrity Infinity arrives in Thessaloniki on February 4 for an overnight stay and connects tourism to the city’s culture and economy.

8 months ago

Harper’s Bazaar Wellness at Sea: Cunard’s New Voyage Experience

Manuel Santos

Cunard has expanded its wellness offerings with the fleet-wide introduction of Harper’s Bazaar Wellness at Sea programs. The collaboration with the renowned lifestyle magazine launches this month and provides passengers aboard the Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth, and Queen Victoria access to thoughtfully designed wellness packages aimed at boosting energy, relaxation, and recovery during their […]

8 months ago

Norwegian Cruise Lines Cancels Norwegian Epic Visits to Corfu

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Norwegian Cruise Lines (NCL) has announced the cancellation of the Norwegian Epic’s 2025 stops at the Corfu port. This marks the second year in a row that NCL has removed Corfu from its schedule. The 156,000-ton ship, which accommodates around 4,070 passengers, was originally set to make 17 stops in Corfu between May 14 and […]

8 months ago

Princess Cruises Sale: Save Big on 2025–2027 Dream Vacations

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The Princess Cruises sale for 2025–2027 sailings is now available. Save up to 40%, enjoy free upgrades, and low $99 deposits.

9 months ago

Cruise Tourism Takes Center Stage at FITUR 2025

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The upcoming FITUR 2025 exhibition in Madrid will shine the spotlight on the global surge in cruise tourism. Scheduled to run January 22-26 the event will feature a specialized FITUR Cruises section. This segment will address the growing demand in cruises, examining the associated challenges and prospects within the industry. FITUR Cruises 2025 will see […]

10 months ago

Oceana Cruises Unveils New 2026 Voyages

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The world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, Oceania Cruises® has unveiled the second swathe of its 2026 Collection of Voyages which are available to book from November 13, 2024. Travelers can choose from more than 60 new enticing itineraries, including 17 Grand Voyages, across the Caribbean, Asia, Africa, Mediterranean, and Northern Europe, aboard three of Oceania Cruises’ smallest ships, Nautica, […]

10 months ago

Celebrate the Semiquincentennial of the U.S. with Princess Cruises

Iorgos Pappas

Discover Princess Cruises’ 2026 offerings for the semiquincentennial of the U.S. with stunning Canada & New England voyages.

10 months ago

Princess Cruises Unveils Unmissable Cyber Sale for 2024-2026 Voyages

Manuel Santos

Princess Cruises has announced its most extensive Cyber Sale yet, offering mega discounts and exclusive benefits for bookings made between November 1 and 25, 2024.

11 months ago

Star Princess to Debut in Fall 2025

Manuel Santos

A Sun Princess replica, the Star Princess upholds Princess Cruises’ reputation for elegance and innovation. It will set sail in the fall of 2025.

11 months ago

Greek Ferries Strike on October 22-23

Iorgos Pappas

Ferry services across Greece will come to a standstill on October 22 and 23 due to a planned 48-hour strike.

12 months ago

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