Seaventure Handed Over to New Chinese Owners
History was made as the world’s first Chinese polar cruise brand, 66° Expedition Cruise, celebrated the official (virtual) delivery of the Seaventure during a recent ceremony in Hong Kong. The ship was handed over from its previous owner, Scylla, marking the start of an exciting new chapter in polar exploration travel, according to a press... Source link
Ambassador Launches Three New Entertainment Initiatives
Ambassador Cruise Line announced three new entertainment initiatives set to launch in the coming months, according to a press release. The initiatives include a themed “Back to the 80s” sailing on the Benelux Coastal Explorer next May; a new rock and roll-inspired theater show called Retro Rock Rebellion, and a playwriting competition to discover emerging... Source link
Cruise Lines Respond to Potential Mexico Head Tax
The cruise industry is not taking lightly to a potential $42 per person head tax that could be in effect as soon as 2026 for port calls in Mexico. Mexico’s congress voted in November to impose the $42 tax, according to local reports, which also said that two-thirds of the tax would be spent on... Source link
Scenic Eclipse II Arrives at Taranaki Port – Cruise Industry News
The Scenic Eclipse II arrived at Port Taranaki on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, starting the region’s six-visit cruise season.The vessel, which has capacity for 228 guests, arrived at 8:00 a.m. from Wellington and departed for Norfolk Island at 2:00 p.m., the post announced in a press release.Port Taranaki General Manager Commercial Ross Dingle said: “We’re really excited about the season getting underway.”This season marks the second year of the five-year Taranaki Cruise Strategy, which aims to sustainably increase cruise visits to have 28 cruise ship visits by2028.To ensure the 2024-25 season gets off on a successful footing, a[...]
MSC Poesia to Sail in Northern Europe in 2025-26 – Cruise Industry News
The MSC Poesia will offer seven-night cruises in Northern Europe during the 2025-26 winter season, MSC Cruises announced in a press release.Taking over the itineraries that are currently being offered by the MSC Preziosa, the vessel will sail from Southampton to destinations in Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands and France.“I am looking forward to welcoming the MSC Poesia to our shores during the 2025-26 winter season,” said Antonio Paradiso, vice president of international sales and managing director for MSC Cruises in the United Kingdom and Ireland.“The winter months offer a perfect time to enjoy a city break and with[...]
SunStone Launches Douglas Mawson
SunStone Maritime Group has announced the successful launch of its latest expedition cruise vessel, the Douglas Mawson, which is the seventh and final vessel in the Infinity Class series. The company said in a statement that the launch marks a significant milestone in the completion of the Infinity Class series. The launch ceremony took place... Source link
History was made as the world’s first Chinese polar cruise brand, 66° Expedition Cruise, celebrated[...]
Ambassador Cruise Line announced three new entertainment initiatives set to launch in the coming months,[...]
The cruise industry is not taking lightly to a potential $42 per person head tax[...]
The Scenic Eclipse II arrived at Port Taranaki on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, starting the[...]
The MSC Poesia will offer seven-night cruises in Northern Europe during the 2025-26 winter season,[...]
SunStone Maritime Group has announced the successful launch of its latest expedition cruise vessel, the[...]