Pacific Explorer Completes Final Cruise for P&O; Enters Drydock in Singapore – Cruise Industry News
After departing from Fremantle earlier this month, the Pacific Explorer has completed its final voyage for P&O Cruises Australia on Feb. 18, 2025.The 11-night cruise included visits to ports of call in Indonesia and Malaysia before arriving at its final destination in Singapore.Wrapping up an eight-year sailing career for the Australian brand, the 1997-built ship was sold to Resorts World Cruises.Part of P&O Australia’s merger into Carnival Cruise Line, the sale of the ship was announced by Carnival Corporation in late 2024.Joining the Resorts World One and the Genting Dream, the vessel is now scheduled to offer cruises[...]
SS United States Leaves Philadelphia
The SS United States has officially left Philadelphia, moving for the first time since 1996 as she was towed out of her berth on Wednesday afternoon. What is known as America’s Flagship is on her way to Mobile, Alabama where she will be prepared as the World’s Largest Artificial Reef to be deployed off of... Source link
Windstar Announces New 2026 Southeast Asia Experiences on Star Seeker – Cruise Industry News
Windstar Cruises has unveiled its 2026 Southeast Asia program for the Star Seeker, which debuts in December.The company said in a press release that it is offering two core itineraries that are combinable in 17 different variations, including inland pre- and post-cruise tour programs.“We are thrilled to release these itineraries after many months of working with our local partners and visiting these destinations for research,” said Melissa Witsoe, Windstar’s senior product manager.“Windstar’s investment in destination development translates into unique, local and exciting experiences for our guests,” added Witsoe.According to the press release, itineraries begin in-country in Hanoi, Bangkok[...]
Cunard Launches New Promotion for Over 300 Voyages
Cunard has announced a new promotion offering 10 percent off over 300 voyages departing before March 31, 2026. The offer is available for bookings made between February 19 and March 3. The promotion applies to sailings on the Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabeth and Queen Anne across all fare types, including Early Saver,... Source link
Celestyal Journey Resumes Service with New Livery – Cruise Industry News
The Celestyal Journey has resumed service with a new livery following a planned refit in Dubai, the company said in a press release.According to the company, the 1,260-guest ship set sail on Feb. 15 for the “Desert Days” itinerary, which sails from Doha, Qatar.The cruise also features calls at Bahrain, Abu Dhabi, Khasab and Sir Bani Yas Island, as well as an overnight stay in Dubai Marina.After entering drydock in mid-January, the Celestyal Journey underwent a $6.8 million refit that included a new livery to match the look of its fleet mate, th eCelestyal Discovery.The new hull design[...]
Frank Del Rio Jr. Stepping Down at Oceania
Frank Del Rio Jr. is stepping down as President of Oceania Cruises, which is owned by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings. Del Rio Jr. had been in the job since 2022, taking over from Howard Sherman. The executive had joined the company in 2003, advanced within the corporation, then left and rejoined again in 2022 as... Source link
After departing from Fremantle earlier this month, the Pacific Explorer has completed its final voyage[...]
The SS United States has officially left Philadelphia, moving for the first time since 1996[...]
Windstar Cruises has unveiled its 2026 Southeast Asia program for the Star Seeker, which debuts[...]
Cunard has announced a new promotion offering 10 percent off over 300 voyages departing before[...]
The Celestyal Journey has resumed service with a new livery following a planned refit in[...]
Frank Del Rio Jr. is stepping down as President of Oceania Cruises, which is owned[...]