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Cruise News Today — January 30, 2023. Cruise lines speak out about the new muster drill and why they don’t plan to return to the traditional safety drill. P&O Cruises has the largest cruise ship to ever homeport in the Caribbean island of Antigua. Lisbon, Portugal, receives a record number of cruise ship calls for 2022.
Cruise News Today — November 9, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — November 9, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — November 8, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — November 8, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — November 4, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — November 2, 2022. On Tuesday, the cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — November 1, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up on Monday for CCL, RCL, and NCL.
Cruise News Today — October 31, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — October 28, 2022. Cruise line stocks were flat on Thursday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — October 27, 2022. Cruise line stocks were flat for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — October 25, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up on Monday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — October 24, 2022. Cruise stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — October 20, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — October 19, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for Tuesday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — October 18, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up on Monday for RCL, CCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — October 12, 2022. Cruise stocks were mixed Tuesday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — October 11, 2022. Cruise stocks were down Monday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — October 10, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — October 5, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — October 3, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — October 1, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 30, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 30, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 29, 2022. Cruise stocks were up on Wednesday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 29, 2022. Cruise stocks were up on Wednesday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 28, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 28, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 27, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 27, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 26, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 26, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 23, 2022. Cruise line stocks were flat for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 23, 2022. Cruise line stocks were flat for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 22, 2022. Cruise line stock quotes for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 22, 2022. Cruise line stock quotes for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 21, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 21, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 20, 2022. Progress is well underway on the transformation of Costa Cruises’ Costa Luminosa to Carnival Luminosa. A Viking ocean cruise ship broke free from her moorings in Italy this past weekend. The Port of Alaska in Anchorage saw its first cruise ship visit in nearly two years last week. Cruise line stocks were up slightly for Monday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 20, 2022. Progress is well underway on the transformation of Costa Cruises’ Costa Luminosa to Carnival Luminosa. A Viking ocean cruise ship broke free from her moorings in Italy this past weekend. The Port of Alaska in Anchorage saw its first cruise ship visit in nearly two years last week. Cruise line stocks were up slightly for Monday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 19, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 19, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 17, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 17, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 16, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 16, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 15, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 15, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 14, 2022. Carnival Horizon comes to the aid of Cuban refugees. Holland America announces its 2024 Australia and New Zealand Grand Voyage roundtrip from California. Disney Cruise Line provides an update on its second Bahamian destination Lighthouse Point. Cruise stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH on Tuesday.
Cruise News Today — September 14, 2022. Carnival Horizon comes to the aid of Cuban refugees. Holland America announces its 2024 Australia and New Zealand Grand Voyage roundtrip from California. Disney Cruise Line provides an update on its second Bahamian destination Lighthouse Point. Cruise stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH on Tuesday.
Cruise News Today — September 13, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 13, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 12, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 12, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 11, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 11, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 9, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up on Thursday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 9, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up on Thursday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 8, 2022. Hurricane Earl is interrupting voyages to Bermuda this week, causing Carnival Magic to cancel an overnight. Carnival Splendor is returning to Australia after sailing in North America for the past few months. Viking Mississippi debuted earlier this week in Minnesota. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 8, 2022. Hurricane Earl is interrupting voyages to Bermuda this week, causing Carnival Magic to cancel an overnight. Carnival Splendor is returning to Australia after sailing in North America for the past few months. Viking Mississippi debuted earlier this week in Minnesota. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 7, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 7, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 4, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up slightly for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 4, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up slightly for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 02, 2022. Cruise stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 02, 2022. Cruise stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — September 01, 2022.
Another amusement park ride is being installed on a cruise ship as MSC Seascape will feature a brand-new top-deck ride attraction called Robotron. Royal Caribbean Group’s (RCL) Silversea Cruises will drop its vaccination requirement and ditch testing for vaccinated guests in early September 2022. Carnival Corporation’s (CCL) Holland America Line has announced its 2022 Culinary Cruises that’ll feature many good eats from around the world. Cruise line stocks were down on Wednesday.
Cruise News Today — August 31, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 30, 2022. MSC Cruises has changed its testing and vaccination requirements for voyages from the U.S. to the Bahamas and Caribbean. Nowegian Cruise Line could soon be switching to Coke after 13 years with Pepsi, according to an update on the line’s website. Celebrity Eclipse was stuck in port for almost a full day due to a tugboat worker’s strike. Cruise line stocks were down on Monday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 30, 2022. MSC Cruises has changed its testing and vaccination requirements for voyages from the U.S. to the Bahamas and Caribbean. Nowegian Cruise Line could soon be switching to Coke after 13 years with Pepsi, according to an update on the line’s website. Celebrity Eclipse was stuck in port for almost a full day due to a tugboat worker’s strike. Cruise line stocks were down on Monday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 29, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line took delivery of its first new build in three years when Norwegian Prima was launched this past weekend from Iceland. Holland America Line says more guests want to travel internationally without leaving North America, and they have a solution. A former Crystal Cruise ship will start sailing this upcoming November. Reminder about the busy day with five cruise ships at Port Canaveral on Monday morning and a rocket launch. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 26, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 26, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 25, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line has followed in the footsteps of Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises by allowing unvaccinated guests to self-test before their cruise. Celebrity Ascent marked another construction milestone this week when both the keel was laid and a coin was welded to the ship. You may want to think twice before checking a bag for your next cruise. In the month of May, over 200,000 checked bags in the U.S. were lost or sent to the wrong destination. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 25, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line has followed in the footsteps of Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises by allowing unvaccinated guests to self-test before their cruise. Celebrity Ascent marked another construction milestone this week when both the keel was laid and a coin was welded to the ship. You may want to think twice before checking a bag for your next cruise. In the month of May, over 200,000 checked bags in the U.S. were lost or sent to the wrong destination. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 24, 2022. Royal Caribbean increases gratuities and modifies its policy effective September 7, 2022. The Bahamas government is soon planning to align cruise visitor COVID-19 protocols with those that are required of travelers arriving by air. Currently, restrictions are placed on guests that are 12 and under and that do not have the vaccine. MSC Seascape has completed her sea trials ahead of Miami's debut in December. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 24, 2022. Royal Caribbean increases gratuities and modifies its policy effective September 7, 2022. The Bahamas government is soon planning to align cruise visitor COVID-19 protocols with those that are required of travelers arriving by air. Currently, restrictions are placed on guests that are 12 and under and that do not have the vaccine. MSC Seascape has completed her sea trials ahead of Miami's debut in December. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 23, 2022. The Cayman Islands tourism minister is considering the idea of getting a floating pier for Grand Cayman. Disney is the last major U.S. cruise line to require vaccinations on all its sailings. Carnival Luminosa bookings are now open. Cruise line stocks were down Monday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 22, 2022 UPDATE. Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises both relaxed more cruising mandates, making it easier for everyone to sail. Regardless of vaccination status, guests are now welcome to sail on both cruise lines. Passengers who are not vaccinated will still need to take a test three days before the sailing. However, that test can be self-administered.
Cruise News Today — August 22, 2022. The Caribbean island of Grand Cayman announced over the weekend that they are dropping all mandates for visitors, meaning unvaccinated or not, cruisers can get off the ship at the island. Carnival Cruise Line's third LNG ship Carnival Jubilee, which is currently under construction in Finland, just got the navigational block of the ship put in place. The ship will debut from Galveston, Texas in October 2023. How about living on a cruise ship? One company is launching a $1.5 billion dollar ship in 2025 that you can live full time on, and prices start at $647,000 for a 24-year lease. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 20, 2022. The island of Bermuda is dropping its visitor vaccination requirement for cruisers and land vacationers. Central Florida’s Port Canaveral is pushing back a new proposed speed limit change for cruise ships and vessels over 35 feet long. Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Joy made its inaugural call to Port Canaveral earlier this week on its way to Bermuda. Our photo of the week comes from Daniel, who is docked at the Royal Dockyard in Bermuda this week. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 19, 2022. Cruise line stocks were flat for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 18, 2022. Due to ongoing supply chain issues, six more sailings have been canceled on Norwegian Cruise Line’s next Prima-class vessel Norwegian Viva. Cruise business at Port Canaveral is exceeding expectations, with a majority of the ships now sailing at over 100 percent occupancy. Virgin Voyages has secured $550 million in fresh capital to “support its growth as a cruise brand.” Cruise line stocks were down on Wednesday for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Today — August 18, 2022. Due to ongoing supply chain issues, six more sailings have been canceled on Norwegian Cruise Line’s next Prima-class vessel Norwegian Viva. Cruise business at Port Canaveral is exceeding expectations, with a majority of the ships now sailing at over 100 percent occupancy. Virgin Voyages has secured $550 million in fresh capital to “support its growth as a cruise brand.” Cruise line stocks were down on Wednesday for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Today — August 17, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line has doubled 2019 bookings after relaxing vaccine and pre-cruise testing protocols last Friday, which gave cruise line stocks a surge for CCL, RCL, and NCLH. Both cruise ports in San Juan, Puerto Rico, are getting a $425 million dollar new pier and major renovations. Princess Cruises has partnered with NASCAR racing team Trackhouse Racing in hopes of seeing its car in victory lane in the coming weeks. Cruise line stocks were up on Tuesday.
Cruise News Today — August 16, 2022. In the footsteps of other Carnival Corporation brands like Holland America Line, Princess, and Carnival, Seabourn announced vaccination and testing protocol changes that go into effect on September 6. Carnival Cruise Line has detailed some of the relaxation spaces found in the upcoming Carnival Celebration, including the Clouds 9 Spa and Loft 19 exclusive area. Royal Caribbean’s Spectrum of the Seas celebrates its return to Malaysia after sailing cruises to nowhere since the restart. Cruise line stocks were flat for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 15, 2022. Royal Caribbean’s Rhapsody of the Seas was oversold to the point where they enticed guests with a sweet deal to move sailings. New Zealand officially has welcomed its first cruise ship since the cruise industry shutdown in March 2020. The Port of Barcelona, Spain, has already seen over one million cruisers in the first seven months of 2022, catching up to the 2019 record of 1.6 million passengers. On Friday, the cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 15, 2022. Royal Caribbean’s Rhapsody of the Seas was oversold to the point where they enticed guests with a sweet deal to move sailings. New Zealand officially has welcomed its first cruise ship since the cruise industry shutdown in March 2020. The Port of Barcelona, Spain, has already seen over one million cruisers in the first seven months of 2022, catching up to the 2019 record of 1.6 million passengers. On Friday, the cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 14, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Radiance and Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of the Seas both skipped the Mexican port of Ensenada, Mexico, on Sunday over warnings from the U.S. Embassy of unrest in the area. When Carnival Splendor returns to Australia, guests on the first voyage back will be getting an extra day of the cruise as the ship returns to service a day earlier than planned. Cunard Line gives more details of its new build Queen Anne which is scheduled to debut in January 2024. Cruise line stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 12, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 12, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 12, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 12, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 11, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up on Wednesday for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Today — August 10, 2022 — SPECIAL REPORT. Royal Caribbean Group (Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises) drop vaccination requirements on most sailings.
Cruise News Today — August 10, 2022. A team member from Holland America’s Koningsdam went missing off the coast of Alaska Monday night. NCLH has released its 2022 Q2 earnings report. Carnival has announced the senior officers for its new ship Carnival Celebration. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 8, 2022 — SPECIAL REPORT. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, which includes Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, has dropped vaccine requirements for all passengers. Guests will only need to be vaccinated in destinations that continue to require it, including but not limited to Canada, Bermuda, and Greece.
Cruise News Today — August 8, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 6, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line reverses the pre-cruise testing policy saying that guests on sailings five-nights or shorter need to provide a negative COVID test before sailing to The Bahamas. Royal Caribbean’s Rhapsody of the Seas has finally begun homeporting in Haifa, Israel, after original plans to temporarily base Odyssey of the Seas last year were canceled after the Gaza strip conflict. Another rockslide occurs at the port area in Skagway, Alaska. Remembering my dad, a year ago today as we were sailing out of Nassau together for the last time. Cruise line stocks for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 5, 2022. Diamond Princess, the cruise ship that garnered headlines around the world at the start of the pandemic, is back in North America. Royal Caribbean’s new Galveston cruise terminal is nearing completion. Carnival Cruise Line is ditching the hairy chest contest fleet-wide. Cruise line stocks were mixed on Thursday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 4, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line has changed upcoming programs onboard; some will be returning, and some will go away. New Zealand has finally lifted its cruise ban. Princess Cruises has adjusted more itineraries that were set to visit Skagway because of a rock slide. Cruise line stocks for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 3, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up on Tuesday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 2, 2022. MSC Cruises has updated its pre-cruise testing protocols for shorter voyages, dropping pre-cruise COVID testing for vaccinated guests, and hopes to bring more changes soon. Carnival Cruise Line has welcomed 3 million guests since its July 2021 restart, with a quarter of the port calls being in Cozumel, Mexico. Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska has started a new environmental cruise ship inspection program. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — August 1, 2022. Royal Caribbean International is the next cruise line to relax COVID-19 vaccination requirements, following last week’s announcement of dropping testing restrictions on sailings five nights or shorter. A Norwegian Cruise Line ship made contact with a fishing vessel off the coast of Nantucket over the weekend. Carnival Sunrise comes to the rescue of 12 migrates that were stuck in the Florida Straits. Cruise line stocks were mixed on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 30, 2022. Cruise line stocks were mixed on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 29, 2022. Royal Caribbean Group drops pre-cruise testing for vaccinated passengers on shorter sailings five nights or less. Princess Cruises has announced its 2023 to 2024 Americas schedule, giving it one of the largest North American homeport presences yet. Royal Caribbean Group is now cash flow positive for the first time since the cruise industry shutdown. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 29, 2022. Royal Caribbean Group drops pre-cruise testing for vaccinated passengers on shorter sailings five nights or less. Princess Cruises has announced its 2023 to 2024 Americas schedule, giving it one of the largest North American homeport presences yet. Royal Caribbean Group is now cash flow positive for the first time since the cruise industry shutdown. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 27, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line announced its Italian specialty restaurant, Cucina Del Capitano, will be reopening on August 6 after being closed for two months. Princess Cruises cancels some calls to Skagway, Alaska, after a threat of a rockslide taking out one of the piers. Virgin Voyages’ ship Valiant Lady is being featured on this season of ABC’s reality show ‘The Bachelorette.' Cruise line stocks were down on Wednesday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 27, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line announced its Italian specialty restaurant, Cucina Del Capitano, will be reopening on August 6 after being closed for two months. Princess Cruises cancels some calls to Skagway, Alaska, after a threat of a rockslide taking out one of the piers. Virgin Voyages’ ship Valiant Lady is being featured on this season of ABC’s reality show ‘The Bachelorette.' Cruise line stocks were down on Wednesday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 26, 2022. Holland America is celebrating one year since its return to service. The cruise dock in Skagway, Alaska, is at significant risk of a catastrophic rockslide in the near future. Norwegian Epic is closing two public areas for maintenance. Norwegian Cruise Line is now offering a Starbucks beverage package. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 25, 2022. Margaritaville at Sea drops is the next cruise line to drop pre-cruise testing, following Virgin Voyages' announcement last week. Carnival Cruise Line reopens Night Owls and allows kids under two to participate. Silversea Cruises details 2025 world cruise. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 22, 2022. Another U.S.-based cruise line drops pre-cruise testing on all sailings and now allows up to 10 percent of unvaccinated guests to cruise. The keel has been laid for Carnival Cruise Line’s upcoming Carnival Jubilee. Disney Cruise Line announces its fall 2023 schedule for four out of five of its cruise ships. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 21, 2022. Port Canaveral has welcomed a record number of passengers in a one-week time period. Norwegian has expanded its Free at Sea program with the introduction of Free at Sea Plus. Holland America Line’s brand ambassador Seth Wayne says goodbye after three years. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 20, 2022. Cruise line stocks jumped on Tuesday after the CDC announced it was dropping cruise ship restrictions. Azamara has dropped its pre-cruise testing requirement. Belize has lifted its travel restrictions for those entering the country by land and sea. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH on Tuesday.
Cruise News Today — July 19, 2022. CDC discontinues COVID-19 Program for Cruise Ships. Silversea Cruises welcomes Crystal Endeavor to its fleet. Brazil is expecting its biggest cruise season in a decade for the 2022-2023 season. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 18, 2022. Princess Cruises opens sailings to unvaccinated guests, becoming the first major North American cruise line to do so without restrictions. Royal Caribbean International has pulled out of the Baltic region for 2023, redeploying Serenade of the Seas to a Florida homeport. A Ponant ship reached the North Pole for the first time with paying passengers. Cruise line stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 17, 2022. Margaritaville at Sea Paradise is back to its regularly scheduled cruises after the Coast Guard issued a No Sail Order. Holland America’s ms Westerdam is the next ship to experience propulsion issues on an Alaska cruise. A retired couple from Virginia has celebrated 1,000 days on Carnival ships. Cruise line stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 15, 2022. Disney Wish has set sail on her official maiden voyage with paying guests to Nassau and Castaway Cay. The U.S. Coast Guard issued Jimmy Buffett’s cruise ship Margaritaville at Sea a ‘No Sail Order’ after it failed an annual inspection on Wednesday. Norwegian Cruise Line has announced the 100 winners of its ‘Giving Joy’ contest to educators in the United States and Canada. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 14, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 12, 2022. Princess Cruises has announced its first summer season of voyages from Los Angeles. The keel has been laid for Regent’s upcoming luxury ship Seven Seas Grandeur. Travel + Leisure has announced its 2022 World’s Best Awards winners. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 12, 2022. Carnival’s brand ambassador John Heald updates guests on crew shortages, Camp Ocean kid’s clubs, and vaccination and testing protocols. Quebec City has opened a new cruise terminal ahead of the busy fall season. Royal Caribbean releases a video following last week’s keel laying of Utopia of the Seas. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 11, 2022. Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas is experiencing technical issues in Alaska, and having to modify the schedule through mid-August. Carnival releases a statement after the Carnival Elation fight onboard. The United States Coast Guard performed a rescue on a cruise ship over the weekend off the coast of Key West, Florida. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 10, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line updates the return to sailing date for Norwegian Sun after striking ice late last month in Alaska. Holland America Line announced that ms Volendam will return to service from Italy in late September 2022. A voyage has been shortened and another canceled as MSC Seaside deals with engine issues and is headed into dry dock. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 8, 2022. Celebrity Cruises modifies itineraries to Russia in 2023. Norwegian Cruise Line’s PortMiami terminal has a new mural. A fight breaks out onboard Carnival Elation as it returned to Jacksonville, Florida on Wednesday evening. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 7, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line has dropped the pre-cruise testing requirement on select sailings outside of North America. Carnival Cruise Line has opened a landing webpage for its upcoming ship Carnival Luminosa. MSC Cruises’ Explora Journeys has ordered two additional luxury ships, which will be powered by LNG and hydrogen fuel. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 6, 2022. SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet has been approved for use on cruise ships and Royal Caribbean is first out of the gate with testing. Norwegian Cruise Line opens its Vibe Beach Club for pre-cruise sales. Another Carnival Corporation brand is back, again as the entire P&O Cruises fleet returns for a second time. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 5, 2022. Holland America has temporarily dropped testing requirements for one of its ships. Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled the July 5 voyage of the Norwegian Sun after it struck an iceberg on June 25. The keel was laid at the shipyard last week for Royal Caribbean’s next Oasis-class ship Utopia of the Seas. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — July 1, 2022. Disney Wish was christened in Port Canaveral on Wednesday. Carnival’s Chef’s Table experience is returning. Norwegian Cruise Line continues to cancel guests that are booked on Pride of America in Hawaii due to crew shortages. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 30, 2022. Norwegian Sun’s June 30 cruise has been canceled. Royal Caribbean has been testing Elon Musk’s Starlink internet onboard Freedom of the Seas. Seabourn took delivery of its first expedition ship, Seabourn Venture. Carnival has announced the two people who will lead the entertainment team at Carnival Celebration. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 29, 2022. Disney Cruise Line will christen its latest LNG ship, Disney Wish, later on today in Port Canaveral, Florida. Princess Cruises has changed an upcoming Crown Princess itinerary twice due to propulsion issues. A fight on Carnival Magic was investigated by the NYPD. Cruise line stocks were down on Monday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 28, 2022. Norwegian Sun hit an iceberg over the weekend in Alaska. Carnival has introduced a new limited-time burger at Guy’s Burger Joint. Seven anglers were rescued by the Coast Guard off the coast of Clearwater after their boat was struck by lightning. Cruise stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 27, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line gave good news about the crew shortage and the return of VIFP parties fleet-wide. A landslide in Skagway, Alaska shut down the cruise pier late last week, there were no injuries. Norwegian Cruise Line announced their return to Asia in 2023, and return to the Canary Islands this November. Cruise line stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 25, 2022. Carnival Corporation has started making revenue again as of the second quarter of 2022. Celebrity Infinity returns to guest operations on Saturday marking the final Royal Caribbean Group ship to resume service. Disney Cruise Line has named children of the Make-a-Wish foundation godchildren of the upcoming Disney Wish when it gets christened in Port Canaveral next week. Cruise line stocks were up double digits for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 24, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line loosens port restrictions for unvaccinated guests sailing from North American homeports. Viking Saturn has been floated out at the shipyard in Italy ahead of its April 2023 debut. MSC Cruises relaunches Gala Nights and themed parties on its ships, also expands water park capacity. Cruise line stocks were mixed for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 23, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line will be adding two Costa Cruises ships to its fleet, offering a new experience in North America called ‘Costa by Carnival.’ Two Crystal Cruises ships and the brand itself have been purchased by a travel company, and will be relaunching in 2023. An Australian couple embark Coral Princess for 54 back-to-back cruises. Cruise stocks were flat for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 22, 2022. P&O Cruises has lifted the pre-cruise testing requirement for a short time on its ship Iona. The Rolls Royce car from Carnival Ecstasy will be installed at Carnival Celebration. The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s inaugural cruise has been delayed yet again. Cruise line stocks were flat for CCL, RCL, and NCLH on Tuesday.
Cruise News Today — June 21, 2022. What would have been the world's highest guest capacity cruise ship will now be sold for scrap. MSC World Europa has completed her first set of sea trials, and MSC Euribia has been floated out. Carnival Cruise Line helped an autistic teen and his family get home from a family vacation in Aruba. Cruise line stocks were closed.
Cruise News Today — June 20, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled the first two sailings of its next new build Norwegian Viva, citing shipyard delays. Disney Wish has finally made it to her new home port of Port Canaveral, Florida after having canceled its first 12 sailings because of shipyard delays in Germany. Sports betting is coming to Caranival Corporation cruise brands. A pair of former Crystal Cruise ships — Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity — have been sold for a total of $128 million. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH on Friday.
Cruise News Today — June 19, 2022. Nassau Cruise Port marked its biggest passenger day since the cruise restart for the Bahamas island last year. Luxury cruise line Regent Seven Seas’ 2025 world cruise sold out before it even officially opened for bookings. New MSC cruise company Explora Journeys will be sailing Alaska in 2024, for the first time in the line’s history. Cruise line stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 17, 2022. Costa Toscana has been christened in Barcelona. After three years, Carnival Cruise Line is back homeporting in New York City. Princess Cruises has restarted operations in Australia. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 16, 2022. Cruise lines are urging the CDC to drop its pre-cruise testing guidelines after dropping reentry requirements for air travelers returning from international flights. The coin ceremony for Carnival Celebration was held on Wednesday, the second Excel class ship for Carnival Cruise Line that is due out in November 2022. Princess Cruises has canceled voyages on two of its Royal-class ships in the Baltic and Asia for 2023. Cruise stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 15, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line has acquired Costa Luminosa, it will begin sailing as Carnival Luminosa this November. On Tuesday morning, an activist groups attempted to block a Royal Caribbean and MSC cruise ship from docking in Marseille, France. Princess Cruises has announced a sweepstakes to win a 2022 electric Porsche. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 14, 2022. Celebrity Cruises drops vaccination requirements for teens in Europe. Viking Cruises drops pre-cruise testing for sailings outside of the US and Canada. Royal Caribbean Group has filed a request to be able to add SpaceX’s Starlink internet service to its ships. Cruise line stocks were down on Monday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 13, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line returns to Dover, England for the first time in almost a decade. Holland America Line’s final ship ms Westerdam returns to service from Seattle. Windstar Cruises’ sixth and final ship resumed cruises in Europe. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 12, 2022. The CDC has dropped its testing requirement for Americans returning from international trips. Carnival Cruise Line has brought Carnival Freedom back online after a fire in Grand Turk two weeks ago. The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s first vessel has completed sea trials. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 10, 2022. Disney Wish was delivered to Disney Cruise Line in Germany. One of Princess’ five lodges in Alaska will be closing early this season because of staff shortages. The port of Cozumel saw six cruise ships in one day this week, carrying around 10,000 passengers total. Cruise line stocks for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 9, 2022. Virgin Voyages delays the launch of its third ship. Carnival details final zone on upcoming Carnival Celebration. Port Saint John welcomes its largest cruise ship to date. Cruise line stocks were down on Wednesday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 8, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line cancels a number of fall sailings on Norwegian Escape due to dry dock scheduling. The city of Barcelona will soon impose a new tax on cruise visitors. MSC Cruises' new luxury brand Explora Journeys has appointed a female captain for its first ship. Cruise line stocks were mixed for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 7, 2022. After 11 years, Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Dream has left Port Canaveral for Miami. Seabourn has completed its cruise restart. A P&O ship’s luggage cage was accidentally dropped into the water on Saturday. On Monday, cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 6, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 5, 2022. Crew members on Mardi Gras rescued 16 people. The Port of Seattle is seeing 50 percent more cruise visitors over 2019. A former Norwegian Cruise Line ship has been scrapped in Turkey. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 3, 2022. Carnival introduces a new food allergy program. A new port is scheduled to open in Alaska next year. Spectrum of the Seas to add port calls to its Singapore voyages. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 2, 2022. Carnival Freedom funnel repairs are well underway. Royal Caribbean and Celebrity have dropped future cruise credit expiration dates. Royal Caribbean has shared a new construction video of a mysterious sphere that will be found on its new ship Icon of the Seas. Cruise line stocks for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — June 1, 2022. Australia is back to cruising after a 26-month cruise industry pause. Virgin Voyages is giving away 1,000 free cruises. Regent Seven Seas Cruises has launched its world’s longest cruise ever at 150-night. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 31, 2022. The stock market was closed on Monday for Memorial Day.
Cruise News Today — May 27, 2022. Carnival Freedom catches fire in Grand Turk, guests being transferred to Carnival Conquest. Royal Caribbean backs into a mooring platform in Jamaica. And Viking starts its Great Lakes cruise season with its new expedition ship. Cruise line stocks rebounded for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 25, 2022. Carnival Sunrise is en route back to its homeport of Miami, Florida after a month-long dry dock in Spain. Norwegian Cruise Line is sailing in Europe after spending the cruise industry restart in Florida. A 2025 world cruise is about to come online that will have you at sea for 135-days. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 24, 2022. Royal Caribbean’s last ship returned to service on Monday when Rhapsody of the Seas resumed operations. Two former Crystal Cruise ships are up for auction after the Bahamas Supreme Court posted a note of sale. Holland America Line has extended its worry-free promise policy for guests booked through December 31. Cruise line stocks for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 20, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line has seen its two millionth guest since the cruise industry restarted. Resorts World Cruises starts next month in Singapore. MSC Cruises debuts its upcoming World Europa cruise ship. Cruise line stocks for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 19, 2022. The US Coast Guard suspends search for a woman overboard from Celebrity Solstice in Alaska. More details on Carnival Cruise Line capping venues onboard its ships. Cunard Line had a recording booking day for its new ship Queen Anne. Cruise line stocks for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 18, 2022. A Royal Caribbean ship backed into a mooring dolphin in Alaska. Jimmy Buffett takes his concert to sea over the weekend. Weddings and vow renewals will resume at Carnival Cruise Line this September. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 17, 2022. On Carnival Cruise Line shuts down dining venues over staffing issues. Monday, Disney Cruise Line kicked off its Alaska season from Vancouver when Disney Wonder set sail for the last frontier. Virgin Voyages’ latest ship Valiant Lady set sail on its maiden Med cruise from Barcelona. On Monday, cruise line stocks were mixed for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 16, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line resumes sailings from Norfolk, Virginia. A Holland America ship and a Seabourn ship returned to service last week. Margaritaville at Sea named the godfather of its flagship and officially christened the vessel. Cruise line stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 12, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line breaks ground for a new cruise port on Grand Bahama Island. Rotterdam, Netherlands has extended its charter of Holland America’s ship Volendam. Viking Mars was delivered to the cruise line in Italy on Thursday. Cruise stocks were down on Thursday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 12, 2022. Princess Cruises introduces Princess Premier's all-inclusive package. Cunard places occupancy caps on two ships due to staffing issues. New Zealand is planning to open its borders to international visitors two months early. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 11, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has released its 2022 Q1 financial results. Celebrity Cruises has announced the godmother of its new ship Celebrity Beyond. After a rebranding renovation, Margaritaville at Sea Paradise is headed back to the Port of Palm Beach. Cruise line stocks were mixed for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 10, 2022. A Celebrity Eclipse cruise has been canceled due to barnacles on the hull. For the first time in 7 years, Quantum of the Seas is back in the U.S. New expedition ship Ocean Victory has kicked off her inaugural Alaska season. Cruise line stocks were down on Monday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 9, 2022. Norwegian and Holland America return ships to service. Royal Caribbean has announced a contest to find the godmother of its newest ship Wonder of the Seas. Kelly Clarkson will perform during an award ceremony for teachers on Norwegian Prima this fall. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 6, 2022. The CDC has updated its cruise ship guidelines, including lowering the threshold for a ship to be considered “highly vaccinated.” Ovation of the Seas and Norwegian Sun have both resumed passenger service from Seattle. Royal Caribbean reports Q1 loss, returning to full capacity on some ships. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 5, 2022. Two Princess ships are resuming service this week. Cunard has announced its October 2023 to May 2024 schedule, including Queen Anne’s inaugural voyage. The Wonder of the Seas has arrived in Barcelona ahead of her summer Mediterranean season. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — May 3, 2022. Carnival Splendor resumed service on Monday, marking the return of Carnival’s full fleet. Norwegian Cruise Line has relaunched the ‘Giving Joy’ contest for teachers. Royal Caribbean set to triple its calls to St. Croix. Cruise stocks were flat for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 29, 2022. Norwegian Prima’s inaugural cruise has been canceled due to supply chain issues. Port Saint John has welcomed its first cruise ship in over two years. Carnival Cruise Line sails from San Francisco. Discovery Princess is scheduled to be christened later this morning in Los Angeles. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 28, 2022. Cruise line stocks were mixed on Wednesday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 26, 2022. Virgin Voyages announces the name of the fourth ship. MSC Seaside will homeport in Port Canaveral for the first time in summer 2023. Disney Wonder has returned to Canada for the first time since October 2019. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 25, 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 24, 2022. Carnival Elation is sailing from Jacksonville again, and Carnival Freedom has moved from Miami to Port Canaveral. The Port of Seattle is kicking off its cruise season today. Carnival is no longer requiring masks in the terminal during embarkation and debarkation. Cruise line stocks were down for Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 22, 2022. MSC Seascape will be named in New York City. Carnival Splendor arrived in Seattle ahead of her Alaska spring and summer season. Seven Seas Navigator stopped in Jacksonville on Thursday. Cruise line stocks were down from CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 21, 2022. Celebrity Beyond arrives in Southampton ahead of her maiden voyage. MSC Cruises announces details on its 2024 World Cruise and opens the sailing for bookings. The former Bitcoin cruise ship has now set sail under her new cruise line. Cruise line stocks report for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 20, 2022. The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended the search for a man who jumped off Mardi Gras over the weekend. Grand Classica enters the wet dock for her Margaritaville transformation. Princess Cruises announces new web series with conservationist and TV host Jeff Corwin. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 19, 2022. Grand Cayman has lifted its remaining restrictions on cruise ships. Celebrity Cruises has announced the updated schedules for its ships Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Millennium. Holland America celebrated its 149th birthday on Monday. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 18, 2022. Australia’s cruise industry has finally reopened after being closed for over 700 days. After four weeks of hull repairs, Norwegian Escape has finally set sail again. You can own a piece of now-bankrupt Crystal Cruises as many of their items are going up for auction this spring. The stock market was closed for Good Friday, it reopens later this morning.
Cruise News Today — April 16, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line reported to the US Coast Guard that a passenger jumped off Mardi Gras early Saturday morning as the ship was returning to Florida. Cruising has resumed in Bar Harbor, Maine. Two more guests were arrested for drugs on MSC Seaside.
Cruise News Today — April 15, 2022. Royal Caribbean has brought back self-service buffets on its ships. Carnival Spirit has departed Jacksonville and will begin sailing from Seattle in May. After two years, cruising will resume from the Great Lakes next month. Early this morning marks 110 years since RMS Titanic sank on her maiden voyage. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 14, 2022. Princess Cruises’ Sapphire Princess’ restart has been delayed and will not be sailing from Los Angeles this summer. Oceania Cruises has announced that it will be overhauling two of its ships, Marina and Rivera. Jack is retiring from his long-time bar Jack’s Shack in Grand Turk. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 13, 2022. Celebrity Cruises has canceled its 2022-2023 Asia season on Celebrity Solstice. A proposal could allow one of Royal Caribbean’s Oasis-class ships to sail in Australia. 10 guests on MSC Seaside were busted with cocaine following a transatlantic cruise. Cruise line stocks were flat for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 12, 2022. Carnival Magic assists in rescuing a mariner in distress off the coast of Port Canaveral. Alaska is gearing up for its biggest cruise season ever. P&O Cruises’ ship Arcadia has been pulled out of service just two weeks after its restart. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 11, 2022. Disney Cruise Line’s next new build, Disney Wish, has started sea trials in the North Sea. Margaritaville at Sea is off to a rocky start and has canceled a handful of sailings citing shipyard delays. P&O Cruises Australia is heading back to Sydney in the middle of the month. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 9, 2022. Cruising has resumed in Canada, officially kicking off the 2022 Alaska cruise season. Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America has restarted sailings roundtrip from Honolulu. Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise Line both achieve all-time booking records for sales in early April 2022. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 8, 2022. Royal Caribbean has announced the name of its next Oasis-class ship. Carnival will be raising the prices of beverage packages, internet packages, and some specialty restaurant charges. Tuesday was a very busy cruise day for San Juan, Puerto Rico. On Thursday, cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 7, 2022. Celebrity Beyond has been delivered from the shipyard to Celebrity Cruises. Carnival Sensation has been beached at the scrapyard in Turkey. Norwegian Cruise Line has announced the cruise industry’s first collection of NFTs. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, NCL, and RCL.
Cruise News Today — April 6, 2022. Royal Caribbean has laid the keel for its next new cruise ship. Carnival Cruise Line relaxes protocols for unvaccinated kids under 12 going ashore. The first cruise ship scheduled to call to Vancouver has been delayed and now it’ll be Holland America’s ms Koningsdam. Cruise line stocks for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 5, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line increases gratuities effective May 1, 2022. Norwegian Star enters service from Barcelona, and Norwegian Pearl kicks off Boston’s cruise season. In other Norwegian Cruise news, the April 9 sailing of Norwegian Encore has been canceled. This is the fourth sailing to be canceled after the ship struck bottom in the Dominican Republic late last month. Carnival changes protocols for unvaccinated kids under 12. Cruise line stocks for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 4, 2022. Holland America ship to be used to house Ukrainian refugees for three months. Silversea Cruises’ newest ship was christened in Lisbon last week. MSC Cruises has announced the inaugural season for MSC Euribia, and revealed who won its hull art contest. Carnival Cruise Line plays April Fool’s joke about taking a ship into space. Cruise line stocks were down slightly on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — April 1, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line has increased its daily service charge effective today. MSC Cruises gets seven new cruise ship shows to replace cirque. Disney details new shops on upcoming Disney Wish. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 31, 2022. The CDC has completely dropped its Travel Health Notice for cruising. Disney Wish completed its conveyance down the Ems River and out to sea. Princess Cruises announces a new “Wild for Alaska Seafood” program. Cruise line stocks were mixed for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 30, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled the April 2 sailing of Norwegian Escape due to ongoing repairs after the ship hit the bottom of the harbor in the Dominican Republic. Two Norwegian ships are back in service this week. Another Oceania ship has resumed sailings. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCL.
Cruise News Today — March 29, 2022. Royal Caribbean had detailed Alaska cruise protocols for the 2022 cruising season for both Canada and US ports of call. The Port of Tampa is seeing a huge rebound in cruise ship traffic and revenue. Princess Cruises details in 2023-24 South America cruise season with Sapphire Princess. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 28, 2022. Carnival Corporation revealed that over three dozen of its ships are back to sailing at 100 percent occupancy. Princess Cruises’ brand new Discovery Princess set sail on her first cruise on Sunday from Los Angeles. Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas will sail from North America for the first time in a decade. Cruise line stocks were flat of Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 25, 2022. Norwegian announces new summer 2022 Getaway cruises. Carnival Cruise Line returns to Grand Cayman. Princess Cruises announces that Discovery Princess will feature the ‘Deal or No Deal’ game show. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 24, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line details 820 Biscayne zone on its upcoming mega-ship Carnival Celebration. Another Norwegian Escape cruise has been canceled. Costa Cruises has offered its ship Costa Magica as temporary housing for Ukrainian refugees. On Wednesday, cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 23, 2022. Carnival Corporation loses money in Q1 but is seeing a strong recovery with week-over-week booking trends. Cruising is back in Grand Cayman, starting with Disney Cruise Line on Monday. Shore power is coming to Sydney, Australia at the cost of over $44 million USD. Cruise line stock quotes for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 22, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line's Fantasy-class ship Carnival Sensation is headed to the scrapyard in Turkey. Radiance of the Seas will no longer sail in Australia this coming October to April, instead will reposition to North America. Norwegian Cruise Line's Pride of America will return to cruising next month with several restaurants temporarily closed. Cruise stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 21, 2022. The Port of Los Angeles welcomes the brand new Discovery Princess. Norwegian Joy is back in operations after missing a port last week because of a propulsion issue, while Norwegian Escape returns to Port Canaveral. Carnival Cruise Line's ship Carnival Breeze has left Galveston for a month-long planned extended dry dock that will take the ship out of service until April 30. Cruise line stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 20, 2022. The CDC relaxes protocols for cruise ships that are operating under their programs. In line with Carnival Corporation’s long cruise policy, Carnival Spirit guests will be required to get a booster shot for their 16-night Panama Canal sailing. The Micky and Madeleine Arison Family Foundation have pledged 3 million dollars to organizations providing aid to Ukrainian refugees. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 19, 2022. Virgin Voyages’ second ship, Valiant Lady, has set sail on her inaugural cruise. Construction has officially begun on Carnival Jubilee. Holland America has introduced new systems to speed up the embarkation process. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 18, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line has announced the godmother for Norwegian Prima. Discovery Princess is en route to the U.S. for the first time. The first U.S. cruise line officially drops pre-cruise COVID testing prior to embarkation. Cruise line stocks were flat for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
The body of a cruiser that jumped overboard off Carnival Horizon on Wednesday was recovered. Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled 2022 Baltic voyages on Norwegian Getaway and has not announced a replacement port. Royal Caribbean no longer requires guests to book a tour to get off the ship in many ports, except five ports that carry local regulations. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 16, 2022. After running aground on Monday, Norwegian Cruise Line was forced to cancel the remainder of its Norwegian Escape sailing. Australia is set to lift its cruise ban in April. Princess has announced new Australia cruises, plus cruises from two new U.S. homeports. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 15, 2022. The CDC has lowered its cruise travel health notice from Level 3 to Level 2. Norwegian Cruise Line ship runs aground in Puerto Plata. Disney has revealed new details for two Disney Wish stage shows. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 11, 2022. The world’s largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas, makes its inaugural call into Nassau, Bahamas. MSC Cruises breaks ground on its PortMiami terminal. Carnival Cruise Line celebrates 50 years of service with the Bahamas. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 10, 2022. Princess Cruises has confirmed its 2022 Canada schedule. Carnival Cruise Line held another ship meetup. Virgin Voyages announces collaboration with Jennifer Lopez. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 9, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line will not have a rotating menu in its main restaurants on Norwegian Prima. MSC Cruises will homeport a ship year-round in NYC starting next year. Allure of the Seas will begin sailing short cruises from Port Canaveral to the Bahamas in late 2023. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 8, 2022. Vision of the Seas resumed service on Monday from Port Everglades. Oceania Cruises set another single-day booking record. Viking Mississippi was floated out at the shipyard in Louisiana. Oceania Cruises set another single-day booking record. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 7, 2022. The state of Hawaii is about to lift all travel mandates making it easier for tourists and cruise guests sailing Norwegian’s Pride of America. Halifax, Nova Scotia is gearing up for a busy 2022 cruising season. Carnival Spirit will deploy to Mobile, Alabama in fall 2023, offering six and eight-night Caribbean itineraries. Cruise stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 5, 2022. Royal Caribbean’s new ship Wonder of the Seas set sail on her inaugural voyage on Friday. Carnival Elation has resumed cruises. Celebrity Cruises has announced it will homeport year-round in the Mediterranean for the first time. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 4, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line will be increasing daily service charges. Seattle has a scheduled 296 cruise calls this year. Disney Cruise Line will be dropping most mask mandates this month. Princess Cruises is modifying the itineraries for 24 voyages that were originally scheduled to call in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCL.
Cruise News Today — March 3, 2022. Royal Caribbean Group has dropped calls to Saint Petersburg, Russia for 2022. Carnival Conquest arrived in Key West this week, marking the first Carnival ship visit to the port in two years. Oceania Cruises has floated out its newest ship, Vista. On Wednesday, cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 2, 2022. Carnival has revealed new itinerary details for ships it previously announced will be shuffled around. Eight cruise lines dropped their mask policies this week. Norwegian Sky returns to cruising this afternoon from PortMiami. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — March 1, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line celebrated its first of 17 birthday cruises. Carnival Miracle arrived in Hawaii during the line’s first 50th birthday cruise. MSC Cruises has canceled port calls in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Could retired cruise ships help with Miami’s housing crisis? One design firm thinks so. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 28, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings CEO isn’t mincing words when it comes to speaking out against The CDC. Celebrity Apex rescues a group of migrants off the coast of Cuba. On Saturday evening, Carnival Cruise Line has a breakdown in communication with the United States Coast Guard on the Mississippi River. Cruise line stocks were up on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 27, 2022. Multiple cruise lines have canceled 2022 port visits to Russia and Ukraine. Grand Cayman is set to reopen to cruise passengers on March 21. Celebrity Cruises is going to require that younger kids be vaccinated to cruise. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 25, 2022. Unvaccinated kids under 12 will soon be able to sail on Norwegian Cruise Line. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings took a $1.4 billion loss in Q4 of 2021. Oceania has announced its 2024 “Around the World in 180 Days” voyage. The keel has been laid for Explora Journeys’ first ship. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 24, 2022. New details on Carnival Cruise Line’s next mega-ship, Carnival Celebration, have been revealed. Royal Caribbean announces plans to homeport Rhapsody of the Seas in Latin America, for the first time in 9 years. Couples were officially married in Antarctica during an expedition cruise for the first time. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 23, 2022. 111 cruise ships are participating in the CDCs “highly vaccinated” level of travel. Vision of the Seas will replace the Enchantment of the Seas out of Baltimore in 2023. Port Saint John is gearing up to welcome its first cruise ship in two years in May. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 22, 2022. Three more Carnival Corporation cruise lines drop mask mandates. Carnival Spirit is en route to the Bahamas from Europe. Three more cruise lines have updated their mask policies. Ocean Voyager kicks off southeast cruises from Jacksonville. The stock market was closed on Monday in observance of President's Day.
Cruise News Today — February 21, 2022. The largest cruise ship in the world arrived on Sunday as Wonder of the Seas docks in Port Everglades. Royal Caribbean President Michael Bayley spoke out on Friday evening about what to expect moving forward. 18 different cruise lines are participating in the CDC’s color-coding system for cruise ships. Cruise line stocks were down CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 19, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line drops its mask mandate, effective March 1. Carnival Fascination, a former Fantasy-class, arrived at the scrapyard this week for dismantling. Celebrity Cruises has announced its 2023-2024 Caribbean schedule, which will include the new ship Celebrity Ascent. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 18, 2022. Carnival Sensation has reportedly been sold for scrap to a yard in Turkey. A 32-year-old woman went overboard on Carnival Valor as the ship was returning to New Orleans from a Caribbean cruise. Disney Wish will feature an Inside Out-themed dessert shop and Olaf’s Royal Picnic event. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 17, 2022. Carnival Cruise Director Jen Baxter is leaving the cruise line after 20 years with the company. Sapphire Princess will spend her first summer ever sailing from the west coast of the United States. Viking’s celebrates its first voyage to Antarctica. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 16, 2022. The CDC has lowered the travel warning for cruising from a level 4 to a level 3. Carnival Cruise Line gears up for series of 50th birthday ‘Sailabration’ cruises. The final KISS Kruise is setting sail this fall on Norwegian Jewel. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 15, 2022. Virgin Voyages opens new PortMiami Terminal V. Carnival Cruise Line shuffles four ships around, announces deployment schedule through October. Holland America Line is giving away 10 free Alaska cruises. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 14, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line drops smoking ban effective today. Carnival starts $10 Covid testing for Carnival Liberty voyages. Virgin Voyages prepares to launch Valiant Lady with strong demands in booking. Holland America Line announces 2023 Alaska sailings. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 12, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line’s upcoming Carnival Celebration was floated out from the shipyard in Finland on Friday. Disney Cruise Line’s next ship Disney Wish achieved a milestone touching the water for the first time with Mickey Mouse in attendance. More cruise lines relax mask policies. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 11, 2022. The CDC continues to advise against cruising despite dropping COVID cases, and has introduced a new COVID tracking system. Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled most of Norwegian Sky’s 2023 sailings. Sapphire Princess will be resuming cruises in the U.S. earlier than planned. Cruise line stocks were down on Thursday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 10, 2022. Crystal Cruises is reportedly shutting down. Carnival Cruise Line has updated its testing policy for those who have recently recovered from COVID. Royal Caribbean is going back to its pre-Omicron protocols for masking and casino smoking. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 9, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line adjusts masking and vaccination protocols. Cunard announces the name of its next ship. Cayman Islands officials meet with cruise line executives to discuss restarting calls there. Cruise stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 8, 2022. Celebrity Beyond completes sea trials. Three ships are leaving the Carnival Corporation fleet. 10 more Diamond Princess cruises have been canceled. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 7, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line pulls another ship from the Australian market. The cruise port of Mobile, Alabama will go 11 months without a cruise ship after October 2023. Norwegian Pearl will resume cruises today from PortMiami. Cruise Line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 6, 2022. On Friday evening, two cruise ships were arrested in Freeport, Bahamas for unpaid bills. Three Celebrity Cruises’ ships return to Key West over the weekend. Royal Caribbean gives updates during a fourth-quarter earnings call, shares positivity rates, and year-end loss. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 4, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line is selling two Fantasy-class ships. Due to shipyard delays, Disney Cruise Line had to delay Disney Wish's inaugural sailing by six weeks. Carnival Cruise Line is expanding the VeriFLY app capability to more ships this weekend in Port Canaveral. MSC Cruises announces winter 2022-2023 schedule, including three ships based in Florida. Cruise line stocks were down on Thursday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 3, 2022. Royal Caribbean International extends health protocols through April 14, 2022. 230 cruise ships are scheduled to sail this month, according to a report filed by Cruise Industry News. Silverseas Cruises’ ship Explorer has been bought by a new expedition line, it will depart the Silversea fleet in 2023. Cruise line stocks were mixed for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 2, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line pulls its ship from Australia and repositions it to Florida. Disney Cruise Line has changed its COVID-19 policy for guests who already had COVID. Norwegian Cruise Line has extended the future cruise credit expiration date until the end of the year. Princess expands MedallionPay technology to select port merchants. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — February 1, 2022. Royal Caribbean’s megaship Harmony of the Seas caused the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to scrub its launch. Princess Cruises’ Discovery Princess was delivered to the cruise line at the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy. It’s been six months since Carnival Cruise Line’s ship Mardi Gras launched in Port Canaveral. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — January 31, 2022. Five Norwegian Cruise Line ships come online over the weekend as the company attempts a second restart. After two years, Royal Caribbean returns to its private destination Labadee, Haiti. A former ROYAL CARIBBEAN ship Sun Viking was scrapped last week after 50 years of service. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — January 30, 2022. Crystal Cruises’ second ship, Crystal Serenity was denied entry to the port of Aruba on Saturday. Queen Mary will receive $5 million in repairs and could reopen to guests in 2022. Carnival Cruise Line’s Mardi Gras comes to the aid of the disabled boat off the coast of Mexico.
Cruise News Today — January 29, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line completes the first test with VeriFLY health screening system. Crystal Cruises indicates that it wants to do well with its Crystal Symphony crew. Holland America Line is giving away 75 Alaska cruises for the 2022 season. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — January 28, 2022. Carnival Australia has canceled more sailings. Over 6 million cruisers have sailed on CLIA member cruise lines since July 2021. Holland America has announced a special cruise aboard Rotterdam during which its naming ceremony takes place. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — January 27, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line's upcoming Carnival Celebration received its funnel this week at Meyer Turku shipyard. The Wonder of the Seas is set to be delivered to Royal Caribbean later this morning in France. Celebrity reveals itinerary and return to cruise dates for Infinity. Cruise line stocks for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — January 26, 2022. Bookings have opened for Carnival Cruise Line’s next Excel-class ship, Carnival Jubilee. Select 2023 Disney Cruise Line sailings will feature Pixar Day at Sea celebration. Chef Rudi Sodamin has been named Princess’ first head of culinary arts. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — January 25, 2022. Carnival Liberty has returned to short Bahamas sailings from Port Canaveral. Carnival is working to expand terminal testing for three and four-night cruises. Virgin Voyages is updating the cabins on Scarlet and Valiant Lady. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — January 24, 2022. Crystal Symphony diverted to Bimini to avoid being seized in PortMiami by US Marshals. Royal Caribbean extends face mask policy through February 14. Carnival Pride Godmother sails over New Year's Eve. Cruise line stocks are down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — January 23, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line’s Horizon is back at sea after a month-long dry dock to fix propulsion units. Three more cruise lines add booster vaccination requirements to sail. Cruise bookings have almost rebounded to 2019 levels, but how long will the low fares last?
Cruise News Today — January 22, 2022. An arrest warrant has been issued for Crystal Symphony over unpaid fuel bills. Carnival Cruise Line will continue its health protocols until further notice, which includes vaccination, testing, and masking requirements. Celebrity Cruises has canceled the 2022 Mediterranean season for Celebrity Infinity. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Today — January 21, 2022. The restart for Hawaii-based ship Pride of America has been pushed back again, while Norwegian Jewel cancels sailings for renovations. Holland America has extended its Flexible Cancellation Plan through September. Vancouver, Canada is gearing up for a record cruise passenger year in 2022. Cruise line stocks were down on Thursday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - January 20, 2022. Genting Hong Kong is on the brink of bankruptcy. Two of Norwegian’s Free at Sea offers have been downgraded. Wonder of the Seas will feature a new southern restaurant called The Mason Jar. Carnival Freedom came to the aid of a distressed boat in the Caribbean on Wednesday. Cruise line stocks were down on Wednesday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - January 19, 2022. Royal Caribbean is set to return to Labadee later this month. Carnival Cruise Director Mike Pack will be leaving Mardi Gras, as he has accepted a promotion within the company. MSC Cruises has opened bookings for MSC Seascape. American Cruise Lines has announced Project Blue, which will add 12 vessels to its U.S. fleet. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - January 18, 2022. The future looks bright for the Port of Galveston in Texas. Celebrity Cruises has delayed the return of its ship Celebrity Eclipse. Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, and Princess extend their cruise with confidence programs. The stock market was closed on Monday in observance of MLK JR Day. It reopens on Tuesday morning.
Cruise News Briefing - January 17, 2022. Carnival Cruise Line has dropped Key West port calls for three more ships in January and February 2021. The Federal Maritime Commission reveals a fact-finding study of the impacts the shutdown had on the cruise industry. Spain is requiring the booster vaccination for U.S. visitors effective February 1, 2022.
Cruise News Briefing - January 15, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line has cut the cruise from New York City short on Gem. The CDC’s Conditional Sailing Order has expired, what comes next. Viking Cruises' new ship Neptune was floated out at the shipyard in Italy. Cruise line stocks were flat for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - January 14, 2022. Carnival Sunshine resumes cruises from Charleston, South Carolina. Norwegian Cruise Line adds two tiers to its Latitudes loyalty program. Former FDA Commissioner and cruise industry health consultant Dr. Scott Gottlieb says he believes the pandemic is coming to an end. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and. NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - January 13, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line has announced that the name of its next Prima-class ship is Norwegian Viva. Royal Caribbean Group’s second-quarter is in line with expectations. Survivors remember the Costa Concordia tragedy 10 years after it happened. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - January 12, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled more sailings late Tuesday evening. The Port of San Francisco is now requiring that disembarking cruise passengers either have their booster shots or test negative upon arrival. Grand Princess becomes the first cruise ship to visit Hawaii with guests in nearly two years. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - January 11, 2022. CDC set to lift Conditional Sailing Order, gives reason for why it is not extending it. Carnival Horizon is headed back to Florida after an unplanned dry dock. Viking alters the world cruise itinerary the night before it’s set to sail. Cruise line stocks were down on Monday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - January 10, 2022. Royal Caribbean has canceled three ships and is delaying the restart of one, citing COVID-related circumstances. Carnival Cruise Line axed the two-week Panama Canal itinerary, turning it into a 10-night cruise. Carnival is giving guests flexible cancellation options through January 31, 2022. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - January 7, 2022. Carnival Mardi Gras makes an inaugural call at the Grand Turk Cruise Center. Royal Caribbean releases summer 2023 European itineraries. Carnival Cruise Line and Norwegian Cruise Line formalize port agreements with Hawaii. Cruise line stocks for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - January 6, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled additional cruises and delayed the restart for five ships. A Regent Seven Seas world cruise itinerary has been altered at the last minute. Royal Caribbean has extended its face mask policy and ban on smoking in the casino. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Briefing - January 5, 2022. Royal Caribbean CEO Richard Fain stepped down on Monday night after 33 years with the company. Norwegian Pearl has cancelled and returned to Miami after the current voyage had an increased number of cases. Carnival Cruise Line says don’t expect the priority boarding to return anytime soon. Cruise line stocks were up on Tuesday for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Briefing - January 4, 2022. Carnival president Christine Duffy assisted with raising the ball in Times Square on New Year’s Eve. 32 new ships are set to debut this year, including Wonder of the Seas and Disney Wish. Disney Fantasy guests were not permitted ashore in St. Thomas last week. Cruise line stocks were up on Monday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - January 3, 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line modifies its cancel policy for cruises in early 2022. A US Senator blasts the cruise industry on Twitter. MSC Seashore was denied entry to its own private island by the Bahamian government. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 31, 2021. The CDC has increased its travel warning for cruise ships from level three to level four. Royal Caribbean gives an update on omicron statistics since they first restarted in December 2020. Carnival Cruise Line’s Horizon wraps up maintenance at Fincantieri shipyard. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 30, 2021. Royal Caribbean to waive cancellation fees for cruises sailing through mid-January. Puerto Rico requires testing for all cruise passengers, causing several ships to cancel calls there. Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 will be skipping a call in New York City so it can add more essential crew in Barbados due to COVID cases onboard. Cruise stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 29, 2021. Hawaii considers requiring booster shots for cruise visitors. The CDC has shortened isolation time for those who test positive. A teen dies on last week’s MSC Seashore voyage from PortMiami. Cruise line stocks were flat for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 28, 2021. Carnival Cruise Line is giving guests the option to cancel sailings that set sail through January 14, 2022, without cancellation fees. As of January 5, Royal Caribbean will no longer be offering onboard testing. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings crew members receive a cash Christmas bonus. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 27, 2021. Royal Caribbean President speaks out about the latest COVID cases popping up on its ships. Two cruise lines are now requiring the booster shot in order to cruise. Carnival Celebration receives its signature funnel. The stock market was closed on Friday in observance of Christmas Eve.
Cruise News Briefing - December 24, 2021. Royal Caribbean closes all new cruise bookings through early January. Three more ships resumed passenger service on Thursday: Enchantment of the Seas, Norwegian Pearl, and Zuiderdam. Viking has taken delivery of its first expedition ship, Viking Octantis. Cruise line stocks were flat on Thursday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 23, 2021. Discovery Princess completes sea trials. Carnival drops Grand Cayman from multiple ships’ upcoming itineraries. Virgin Voyages encourages mask use onboard. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 22, 2021. Royal Caribbean bans smoking in the casino. Carnival Corporation provides 4th quarter business update. Carnival’s brand ambassador provides an update on “Operation Happy Holidays.” Cruise line stocks were up on Tuesday for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Briefing - December 21, 2021. Royal Caribbean announces 2023 Caribbean deployment. In a partnership with Asia, the first Carnival China Cruise Shipping new build floated out. Norwegian Cruise Line reverses COVID testing decision. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
UPDATE: Cruise News Briefing - December 20, 2021. 48 guests that sailed on Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas cruise on December 11th cruise tested positive for COVID-19. Six of those guests flew home from St. Maarten while the others remained onboard through the end of the cruise this past Saturday. Out of the 48 guests, 98% of them who tested positive were fully vaccinated. Cruise line stocks were up mid-morning for RCL, CCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 20, 2021. Two more Carnival Cruise Line ships returned to service over the weekend. Carnival eliminated smoking in the casino through January 31, 2021. Crystal Cruises pulls West Africa from its itineraries over variant concerns. Cruise line stocks were up Friday for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Briefing - December 19, 2021. Carnival Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean update face mask protocols. Carnival Panorama cancels the Cabo San Lucas call due to a new testing requirement. St. Kitts has had the busiest cruise week since the restart. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 16, 2021. Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas will homeport in Port Canaveral late next year. Carnival’s kids’ club Camp Ocean has reopened. France is now requiring booster shots to enter the country. Cruise line stocks were down on Wednesday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 15, 2021. Disney Cruise Line announces second year-round homeport in Port Everglades. Norwegian Cruise Line announces plans to seasonally homeport in Panama City. Virgin Voyages teams up with Aviation Gin. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Briefing - December 14, 2021. Two Carnival ships resumed cruising on Monday. St. Maarten seeing more cruise ship visitors. A lawsuit against Carnival Corporation is heading to trial. Cruise line stocks were down on Monday for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Briefing - December 13, 2021. Carnival reopens Camp Ocean kids’ club. Carnival Radiance is christened in Long Beach. Enchanted Princess is set to be christened tonight in Fort Lauderdale. A woman in her 20s went overboard on Carnival Miracle. Cruise stocks were up on Friday for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Briefing - December 10, 2021. Four more Carnival ships will resume sailings this month. Carnival has extended its cruise pause in Australia. A Key West committee against large cruise ships protested the arrival of Norwegian Dawn on Thursday. Cruise line stocks were down on Thursday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 9, 2021. Jimmy Buffett launches and rebrands a cruise line in South Florida. Norwegian Dawn has resumed cruises. Royal Caribbean shares fun facts about its restart. Cruise line stocks closed up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 8, 2021. Carnival announces cruise and entertainment directors on Radiance. Global cruise capacity should be up by 8.4% this month. Crystal Cruises announces new zero single supplement fee promotion for select 2022 ocean sailings. Cruise line stocks were flat for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 7, 2021. Four Royal Caribbean ships will sail in Alaska in 2023. Former Costa ship beached at a scrapyard in Pakistan. Antarctica cruise passengers catch solar eclipse. On Monday, cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 6, 2021. Royal Caribbean’s Grandeur of the Seas has returned to sailing after a 21-month pause. Norwegian Cruise Line’ ship breakaway returns to New Orleans with 10 COVID-19 cases onboard. Royal Caribbean requires PCR test for children to board the cruise. Cruise stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 4, 2021. Carnival Horizon gets pulled from service for December because of propulsion issues. Celebrity Cruises backtracks on its protocols to be vaccinated for ages five and up. Cunard Lines Queen Mary 2 returns to service from Southampton, England. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 3, 2021. Carnival arrived in Montego Bay for the first time since the industry shutdown. MSC Cruises celebrates two construction milestones. Celebrity announces it will be returning to Martha’s Vineyard. Saying goodbye to dad. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 2, 2021. Carnival cancels two cruises on Carnival Horizon due to a mechanical issue. Virgin Voyages provides free cruises for 250 Miami-area medical professionals. A survey from Expedia reveals that there’s a 25 percent increase in cruise demand since the CDC lifted travel restrictions. Cruise line stocks were down on Wednesday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - December 1, 2021. Celebrity Cruises will require ages 5+ to be fully vaccinated come February 1, 2022. Victoria, Canada is gearing up for a busy cruise season with technical stops from Alaska sailings. Carnival Cruise Line’s BOLT roller coaster wins an award from Popular Science Magazine. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 30, 2021. The Caribbean island of St. Maarten saw a record number of cruise ships last week. Princess Cruises has delayed the restart of Crown Princess and Island Princess. Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand Ambassador provided updates on increased capacity and pier-side testing. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Briefing - November 29, 2021. Another MSC Cruise ship was christened over the weekend in Europe. Caribbean Princess is the eighth Princess cruise ship to return to service. Celebrity Cruises puts a display on Fifth Avenue in New York City. Cruise line stock was down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 27, 2021. Key West receives its first two cruise ships of the season on Saturday morning with Azamara and Crystal. MSC Cruises goes to fully vaccinated cruises in the Med. It was a bad day on Wall Street from cruise operators. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 26, 2021. Grand Cayman is allowing its first cruise ship to return in December 2021. Princess Cruises announces the first world cruise from Australia. Black Friday deals are in full force. The stock market was closed on Thursday for Thanksgiving.
Cruise News Briefing - November 25, 2021. Carnival Vista to move to Port Canaveral in 2023. Bahamas Paradise cancels a number of sailings. MSC Seashore docks alongside MSC Divina for the first time in Jamaica. Cruise line stocks were flat on Wednesday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 24, 2021. The cruise port of New Orleans is gearing up for a busy 2022. Chef Emeril cuts the ribbon on his bistro on Carnival’s Mardi Gras. Guests in Antarctica take a submarine excursion. Cruise line stocks were down on Tuseday.
Cruise News Briefing - November 23, 2021. Nieuw Statendam sets sail from Port Everglades. Disney announces two new theater shows for Disney Wish. Carnival is welcoming Christmas cards for its crew members. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 22, 2021. Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of Seas departed Los Angeles for the first time in a decade. MSC Seashore left on its first revenue sailing from PortMiami. Two more Norwegian Cruise Line ships returned to service over the weekend. Cruise line stocks were down for Friday on CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 19, 2021. MSC Cruises christened MSC Seashore and floated out MSC Seascape. Nieuw Amsterdam is preparing to sail from Port Everglades this weekend. Cunard has announced a special transatlantic crossing featuring war veterans. Cruise stocks were down on Thursday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 18, 2021. Azamara has announced a 155-night World Voyage. Disney Cruise Line will require all passengers 5 and older to be fully vaccinated starting in mid-January. Celebrity Cruises has cut steel on its next Edge-class ship. Cruise line stocks were mixed for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 17, 2021. Carnival announces godmother of Carnival Radiance. Four sailings on Carnival Sunrise have been canceled. MSC Seashore has arrived at her new homeport of Miami. Cruise stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 16, 2021. Norwegian Cruise Line adjusts pre-cruise testing requirements. The CDC lowers travel warning for The Bahamas. Carnival Legend resumes sailings. Cruise line stocks were flat for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Briefing - November 15, 2021. Carnival Cruise Line’s entire fleet is scheduled to be back in service by mid-March. Odyssey of the Seas was christened over the weekend. Norwegian Cruise Line has returned to sailing from Port Canaveral. Cruise line stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 12, 2021. Carnival Cruise Line has announced the name of its next mega ship. Royal Caribbean has named the godmother of Odyssey of the Seas. Norwegian Cruise Line has opened late 2023 through summer 2024 sailings for booking. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 11, 2021. Enchanted Princess sets sail on inaugural cruise. Norwegian Encore’s November 14 sailing has been canceled. Spectrum of the Seas is resuming cruises from Hong Kong again. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 10, 2021. Royal Caribbean Group’s CEO Richard Fain will be stepping down in January. Two more Carnival ships are received the line’s new livery. The cruise market has added 11 perfect more capacity in November. Cruise stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 9, 2021. MSC Seashore has set sail for the United States from Barcelona. Two more Celebrity ships resumed service this past weekend. Princess has announced its 2024 World Cruise. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Briefing - November 8, 2021. Port Everglades shatters records with six ships returning to service over the weekend. Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas departs the shipyard in France and heads to get outfitted. Holland America Line’s Rotterdam departs on her first U.S. maiden voyage. Cruise stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 5, 2021. Carnival Cruise Line has started offering a pre-cruise testing service at embarkation ports. Norwegian has modified its final payment policy. Carnival Breeze rescues sailors on a disabled yacht in the Gulf of Mexico. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 4, 2021. Norwegian Cruise Line details vaccine requirements. Emeril Lagasse to join Mardi Gras Thanksgiving cruise. Adventures by Disney announces new Arctic expedition cruises. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 3, 2021. Celebrity Apex has been christened. Viking Orion made its inaugural call in St. Thomas. Cruise Critic survey shows that people still want to cruise. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 2, 2021. Carnival Cruise Line starts ramping up guest counts on larger ships. Royal Caribbean manually verifying vaccination status. Continuing our tour of Celebrity Apex on the pre-inaugural cruise. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - November 1, 2021. Princess Cruises launches its sixth cruise ship back into service. Carnival Pride has left Baltimore and heading for its new Florida home port. Celebrity Apex continues her journey of Pre inaugural voyages. Cruise line stocks were mixed for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 31, 2021. Passengers on Mardi Gras’ inaugural cruise break its record for donations to St. Jude. Over 2/3 of Royal Caribbean’s new world cruise sold out within its first week of being on sale. Nassau, Bahamas saw an all-star lineup of ships docked on Friday. Cruise line stocks were mixed on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 29, 2021. Carnival Radiance has arrived in Miami. MSC Seaview will be based in two Caribbean homeports this winter. Luxury line Silversea plans to introduce a hybrid-powered ship in 2023. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 28, 2021. Princess and P&O Australia cancel more Australia and New Zealand sailings. Mardi Gras arrives in the godmother’s home country of the Dominican Republic. Viking Orion calls on St. Kitts for the first time. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Briefing - October 27, 2021. The CDC’s extension of the Conditional Sailing Order includes some changes. Two Crystal Cruises ships met for the first time in the Bahamas. MSC Cruises is holding an art contest for the hull of its upcoming ship. Cruise line stocks were mixed for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 26, 2021. The CDC has extended its Conditional Sailing Order. Two more cruise ships resumed sailings over the weekend. Virgin Voyages’ ship Scarlet Lady rescued distressed sailors between Florida and Cuba on Monday. Cruise line stocks are mixed for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 25, 2021. Mardi Gras has been christened at Port Canaveral. Seven Celebrity ships will be sailing in Europe in 2023. After an extensive renovation, Carnival Radiance is on her way to North America. Cruise line stocks were mixed for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 22, 2021. Viking Cruises has started seasonal cruises from Port Everglades to the Caribbean and Panama Canal. Disney Cruise Line will be a part of the 2021 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Two cruise lines update vaccine requirements. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 21, 2021. Royal Caribbean launches first-ever 274-night world cruise. Holland America’s new ship Rotterdam is on its way to North America. Princess Cruises’ enters the app-based sports betting market. Cruise line stocks were flat on Wednesday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 20, 2021. Former Carnival Fascination is bound for the cruise ship scrap yard. MSC Cruises prepares to welcome international travelers on November 8. UK-based cruise operator Marella will take delivery of a former Celebrity Cruises ship. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 19, 2021. MSC Cruises will pay river cruise line Uniworld for a 2019 incident in Venice. Carnival Freedom makes first return calls for Carnival to two Caribbean destinations. Istanbul welcomes the second cruise ship visit of the year. Cruise stocks for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 18, 2021. Tampa welcomed its first ship for a passenger cruise since the shutdown over the weekend. Carnival has raised almost $300,000 for St. Jude in three months. Holland America has named the godmother of its newest ship Rotterdam. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 15, 2021. Princess announces plans for three more ships to resume operations in early 2022. Captain Kate McCue will be captain of Celebrity’s upcoming ship. Windstar Cruises will soon have two yachts sailing in French Polynesia. Cruise line stocks were mixed for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Briefing - October 14, 2021. Princess and Holland America have extended their vaccination and testing requirements into 2022. Viking has announced its next ocean ship. Jacksonville welcomed an expedition ship for a port call on Wednesday. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.
Cruise News Briefing - October 13, 2021. Disney Cruise Line will sail from five U.S. homeports in early 2023. Celebrity Cruises will operate three ships in Alaska for the summer 2023 season. The Port of Tampa is gearing up for its return to cruise operations. Cruise line stocks were up for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 12, 2021. The Port of San Francisco has welcomed its first cruise ship since the industry shutdown. Carnival Elation has resumed cruises from Port Canaveral. Grand Turk is preparing to welcome cruise ships back in time for peak tourist season in the Caribbean. Cruise line stocks were flat for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 11, 2021. Carnival Freedom restarted service from Miami, Florida over the weekend. While on the west coast, Holland America’s ms Koningsdam entered into service from San Diego. And MSC Cruises said they will be christening both the MSC Seaview and Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve on the same day. Cruise stocks were down on Friday for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 8, 2021. Disney Cruise Line has revealed new details on the kids’ and teen clubs aboard Disney Wish. Holland America has announced a special offer on cruises from San Diego for members of the military. Carnival is celebrating three months since its restart. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 7, 2021. Majestic Princess has set sail from the Port of Los Angeles — the ship’s home for the fall and winter season. Carnival Cruise Line has delayed the return of five of its ships until 2022. Explora Journeys held a steel cutting ceremony for its second ship. Cruise line stocks were down for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 6, 2021. Virgin Voyages’ ship Scarlet Lady is finally set to sail from Miami. Disney Magic has finished her UK summer cruises and is now headed to Miami. MSC Cruises has announced its first winter program in Northern Europe. Cruise line stocks were mixed for CCL, RCL, and NCLH.
Cruise News Briefing - October 5, 2021. Puerto Vallarta, Mexico anticipates 14 cruise ship calls this month. Navantia shipyard in Cadiz, Spain is currently servicing eight cruise ships in wet and dry docks. Storylines, Inc. has added more large residences on its upcoming condo ship, MV Narrative. Cruise stocks were down for CCL, NCLH, and RCL.