Port strike and cruise lines: Will operations be disrupted?
The status of cruise operations was in the spotlight after dockworkers at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts went on strike after midnight on Tuesday.
Disney Cruise Line no longer accepting photocopies of guest birth certificates
Disney Cruise Line sent passengers booked for upcoming cruises an email that states photocopies of birth certificates will no longer be accepted.
Royal Caribbean Harmony of the Seas passenger, 12, dies after falling from balcony: report
A 12-year-old child reportedly has died after falling from a balcony onboard Royal Caribbean's Harmony of the Seas cruise ship as it was heading to Texas.
Social media users get dramatic after Carnival cruise ship hits ice in Alaska: 'Titanic moment'
A Carnival Cruise Line journey through Alaska was halted for several hours last week after the ship struck ice in Tracy Arm Fjord, the company confirmed.
Demand was 'very healthy' coming through Labor Day, Priceline's Brett Keller says
Priceline CEO Brett Keller weighs in on Labor Day weekend travel demand, breaking down the top destinations for travelers and the state of consumer travel.
Holland America running solar eclipse cruises in 2026
Holland America is looking to draw more umbraphiles with a trio of cruises that will sail in optimal viewing spots for the Aug. 12, 2026, total solar eclipse.
Oklahoma family socked with $12K in fees, extra expenses after getting left behind on Norwegian cruise
A cruise turned into an harrowing ordeal for an Oklahoma family who were left stranded in Alaska after missing the ship's scheduled departure.
Alaska increases cruise tourism limits as residents argue peace of mind versus economy
Overtourism has grown into a contentious issue for many cities as they emerged from the pandemic lockdown and handled the surge of travel that followed it.
Disney to launch 9th cruise ship to reach 'some of our biggest fans'
Disney Cruise Line has announced its second Asian home port in less than a month, but the ship does not yet have a name and will not set sail for years.
Disney Cruise Line setting sail on first Asia-based ship in 2025
Disney Cruise Line announced it will be setting sail from Singapore as early as next year, but additional details have yet to be released.
World’s largest cruise ship catches fire, loses power during mishap
Royal Caribbean International’s Icon of the Seas cruise ship experienced a power outage after a small fire on Tuesday; Icon of the Seas is the largest cruise ship in the world.
Woman sues Margaritaville at Sea cruise line after she was 'forced into room,' attacked during Bahamas trip
Margaritaville at Sea was hit with a second sexual assault lawsuit in six months after a woman alleged she was attacked in a Bahamas hotel during an excursion
8 reasons cruises may be a better value for a 7-day vacation than land-based hotel stays
Four travel professionals weighed in on the value of cruises over land-based hotel stays for summer 2024 — including amenities and predictability of expenses. Here are 8 things to know.
Cruise lines are thriving despite inflation and higher booking costs
Even though inflation is still taking a massive bite out of household budgets, demand for cruises has been surging. Many major cruise operators reported record demand in recent weeks.
Cruise line offers retirees concerned about inflation a 'new way of life'
Villa Vie Residences is offering a new program called Endless Horizons, which offers unlimited cruise access for a flat fee. The deal is aimed at retirees.
Royal Caribbean set to resume cruises out of Baltimore nearly 2 months after Key Bridge collapse
Royal Caribbean announced it would be resuming cruises out of Baltimore, Maryland beginning on May 25, 2024, following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Carnival cruises feature SpaceX Starlink internet on entire fleet
Those cruising on Carnival Corporation ships across the world utilizing Wi-Fi will be using SpaceX's Starlink internet, the company announced Tuesday.
Norwegian cruise worker arrested in Alaska for allegedly stabbing 3 people onboard: report
The FBI says it has arrested a cruise ship worker in Juneau, Alaska after he allegedly stabbed three people onboard with scissors, including ship security.
Norovirus outbreaks linked to 2 cruise ships with over 150 infected
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have launched two investigations into reports of Norovirus infections linked to cruise ship voyages originating out of the United States.
Worried the cruise ship will leave without you? Keep these things in mind
Some cruisegoers may be familiar with the worry that their cruise line might leave without them if they don't return to the ship on time. There are things travelers can do to prevent it and handle it.