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Norwegian Cruise Line’s (NCL) post-pandemic comeback is arguably now...
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Coming to America With 300 years in the business of sailing, MSC Cruises’ passion for the sea is unlike no other. As the third-largest cruise brand in the world, the line has set its sights on the US...
Short-range target Carbon intensity indicator targets are yet to be implemented, but cruise ships already face a disadvantage. By spending more time at ports and taking shorter voyages, cruises risk a...
Going it alone As more single adventurers are seeking out and trying new experiences on their own, cruise ships are increasingly looking for ways to entice the solo traveller on board. Mae...
Stability brings success Recently approved by Lloyds Register, NAPA’s new stability management software for passenger vessels, NAPA Stability, will enable ships to share and view stability data with onshore...
Sail to the top of the world From the Baltic to the Bosporus, there are few parts of Europe that have yet to catch the cruise ship bug. Now it’s Iceland’s turn. But how are operators and officials working to...
Voyages of discovery Richard Branson is an indelible part of modern transportation – and now he’s trying his hand at cruises. And after a Covid-delayed beginning, Virgin Voyages is picking up steam, with...
High tech on the high seas The average cruise passenger expects the very latest technology, so cruise lines need to keep up. Technology not only offers more precise navigation and safety but can also make the...
Dive into the metaverse Cruise operators have long found ingenious ways to keep guests occupied, but over recent years few have proved as intoxicating as video games. With the growing power of new...
All you can eat As some sections of the industry look to move away from traditional buffet-styled dining, Martin Morris speaks to Paul Ludlow, P&O Cruises president, Linken D’Souza, vicepresident of...
Break the ice on sustainability In efforts to shake off its not-so-positive reputation for environmentalism, the global cruise industry is taking meaningful action to combat climate change. Ponant’s head of...
Opulence on the ocean The ultra-luxury market is on the rise as the cruise industry sees a triumphant return to the seas for eager travellers. While established cruising companies are constantly looking...
Opulence on the oceans Luxury has always been a key part of the cruise industry, but over the years a new trend has emerged in the form of VIP areas. Increasingly becoming a common option for many cruise...
What a waste With new standards and regulations demanding better wastewater management, cruises are required to process all wastewater on board. With this in mind, Royal Caribbean Group...
Revitalising the voyage The creative team behind Virgin Voyages’ first vessel, Scarlet Lady, brought a new perspective to the design process, having never worked on cruise liners before. Elly Earls speaks to...
Cleaner cruising With environmental sustainability at the top of the political agenda, cruise ship operators are trying harder than ever to meet their targets. Yet very real challenges remain – not...
Elegance closer to home Demand for river cruising has never been higher as guests ease themselves back into holiday mode post-pandemic. Europeans looking to explore uncharted beauty close to home can avoid...
Surviving in a new world Australia has always been a seafaring nation – or it was anyway. Even more than the industry as a whole, the country’s cruise industry has suffered heavily from the government’s...
A thoughtful cruising experience It often seems like bigger is better when it comes to the cruise industry. From Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas to the Costa’s Toscana, many operators are plumping for...
Full steam ahead With new fuel usage regulations by the International Maritime Organisation set to go into practice November 2022, cruises are rushing to meet the new demands in time. Jim Banks speaks...
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