PortMiami Shows No Signs of Slowing Down as Ten New Cruise Ships Set to Debut
PortMiami welcomes 10 new ships for 2025–2026, including five newbuilds from Virgin, MSC, NCL, and more — proving the Cruise Capital shows no signs of slowing.
Sapphire Princess Returns from Dry Dock with New Specialty Restaurants and Upgraded Experiences
Sapphire Princess returns from dry dock with two new specialty restaurants—Makoto Ocean sushi and Crown Grill steakhouse—plus refreshed enhancements.
Medical emergency at sea: Symphony of the Seas diverts due to ill passenger
Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas faces a storm delay, dropped ports, and a mid-ocean medical evacuation on its 7-night Bahamas cruise. Here’s what happened.
Celebrity Apex Inaugurates Europe’s Largest Cruise Terminal in Las Palmas
Las Palmas Cruise Port has opened Europe’s largest cruise terminal with the arrival of Celebrity Apex, marking a new era for Gran Canaria’s cruise industry. The sustainable, state-of-the-art facility can host four ships at once and strengthens the Canary Islands’ position as a leading Mid-Atlantic cruise hub.
Norwegian Cruise Line Moves to Digital Freestyle Daily, Adds New Onboard Policy Changes
Norwegian Cruise Line has begun phasing out printed copies of its daily Freestyle Daily newsletter in favor of a digital version accessible via the NCL app and cabin TVs. The change comes alongside new onboard policy updates, including dining fees and changes to beverage packages.
PortMiami Fuel Crisis Raises Concerns for Cruise Lines and Passengers
PortMiami faces a fuel supply crisis after its Fisher Island fuel depot was sold, raising concerns about future cruise ship refueling and operations. Miami-Dade officials are exploring new options to secure a long-term, sustainable fuel source for the world’s cruise capital.
Virgin Voyages’ Brilliant Lady Heads to Miami Ahead of Caribbean Debut
Virgin Voyages’ newest ship, Brilliant Lady, is sailing to Miami for her maiden Caribbean season after a 13-night repositioning from Quebec City — featuring Virgin’s first-ever visit to Charleston.
Symphony of the Seas Still Docked in New Jersey 24 Hours After Nor’easter Delay
24 hours after first reports, Symphony of the Seas remains docked in New Jersey as a Nor’easter keeps New York Harbor closed. Ports canceled; revised itinerary confirmed.
Norwegian Getaway Can't Get Away And Remains Docked in New York Due to Nor’easter
Norwegian Getaway remains docked in New York as a powerful Nor’easter halts pilotage services, forcing itinerary changes and port cancellations.
Symphony of the Seas Remains in Port Amid Temporary Closure of New York Harbor
Symphony of the Seas remains docked in Bayonne as the Port of New York and New Jersey temporarily closes until October 14, 2025. Passengers onboard the ship react to the unexpected delay, while Royal Caribbean awaits clearance to sail.
P&O Cruises Cancels Two Iona Sailings for Early Dry Dock, Offers Full Refunds and £100 Onboard Credit
P&O Cruises cancels two Iona sailings in October 2025 due to an early dry dock. Affected passengers receive full refunds and ÂŁ100 onboard credit for rebooking. Learn more about the updated itineraries and compensation.
Cruise Guest Caught Relaxing on Mattress Sparks Privacy Debate
A Royal Caribbean guest aboard Allure of the Seas went viral after being filmed relaxing on a cot on their cruise balcony, sparking debate over passenger privacy and the growing “mattress on the balcony” trend at sea.