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Norwegian Epic Encounters Mooring Issues in Catania Amid High Winds | Cruise News

By |June 1st, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

On May 30, 2025, NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line's vessel, Norwegian Epic, encountered a mooring failure while docked in Catania, Sicily. The incident occurred shortly after 1:00 p.m. local time, as the ship's mooring lines reportedly snapped under pressure, causing the vessel to drift away from the pier. Eyewitness accounts and video footage indicate that concrete mooring fixtures were dislodged from the dock, with some impacting the ship's hull.During the event, a female passenger fell into the water from the gangway, and her husband entered the water to assist her. Both individuals were promptly rescued by emergency responders and transported[...]

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Top Luxury Cruise Destinations for 2023

By |May 31st, 2025|Categories: Feature, General, LTPost|Tags: |

There's something irresistible about the open sea. It captures our imagination, conjures images of sunlit decks, and promises the thrill of new adventures. As I delve into my favorite luxury cruise destinations for 2023, I can’t help but feel a sense of excitement for the experiences awaiting us on the water. From the serene beauty of the Mediterranean to the cultural richness of Asia, this year’s top picks offer unparalleled opulence mixed with engaging excursions. The Allure of the Mediterranean: A Jewel for the Discerning Traveler The Mediterranean has always been a front-runner among luxury cruise destinations, and[...]

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Ambassador Names Lynsey Jones as New Member of Trade Team

By |May 31st, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

Ambassador Cruise Line has announced the appointment of Lynsey Jones to its Trade Team, effective Monday June 2.Jones will work as part of the team for the next four months over the remainder of her pregnancy.She joins following her recent departure from Balkan Holidays, which closed its business in the U.K. last month.Ambassador said in a press release that Jones will report directly to Ambassador Head of Trade (Interim), Karen Cameron, and will work alongside the team to support the company’s inaugural Caribbean fly-cruise program aboard the Renaissance this winter.Ambassador’s Head of Trade (Interim), Karen Cameron, said: “Jones’[...]

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Fred. Olsen Introduces Summer 2025 Voyage Departures from Dover

By |May 31st, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines kicked off its summer 2025 cruise season from the Port of Dover with the arrival of its ship, the Borealis, on May 28, according to a press release.The ship will operate a series of sailings throughout the season, visiting destinations including Norway, Malta, Croatia, the Azores and Iceland.The program features a variety of themed itineraries designed to showcase regional highlights. Guests will have the opportunity to see Norway’s Langfoss and Kleivafoss waterfalls, fish on the fjords, explore historic cities like Dubrovnik and Split, cruise the Dalmatian Coast and travel on the Flåm Railway. Additional[...]

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Legal Conflict Emerges Regarding Skagway’s Updated Excursion Tax Regulations

By |May 31st, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

In December 2024, the Municipality of Skagway (Alaska USA) enacted Ordinance 24-12, amending its sales tax code to include commissions earned by cruise lines on excursions sold to passengers. Previously, only the base price of tours commencing and concluding within the borough was subject to local sales tax, excluding additional fees imposed by cruise operators. The revised ordinance aims to standardize tax collection across all tour sales, irrespective of the booking location, whether onboard, online, or through third-party vendors. The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has challenged the ordinance, filing a lawsuit in Alaska state court. The association contends that[...]

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Oceania Unveils 2026 Specialty Cruises Featuring Guest Hosts

By |May 31st, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

Oceania Cruises has unveiled a selection of its 2026 Specialty Cruises, offering onboard programming led by renowned guest hosts and culinary experts paired with itineraries that explore captivating ports around the globe.Highlights of the cruises include exceptional cuisine, exclusive events, hosted shore excursions and meaningful opportunities to connect with local cultures.Returning for the 2026 Specialty Cruises are authors, television personalities and Chefs Claudine Pépin and Sara Moulton, along with Oceania Cruises’ own Executive Culinary Directors and Master Chefs of France, Alexis Quaretti and Eric Barale.The voyages will also feature culinary demonstrations, hosted shore excursions, and dinners, as well[...]

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