Cruise News Briefing - March 27, 2019. Princess Cruises announces its largest Australian cruise program yet. Amsterdam bans tours of its Red Light District. And, Bon Jovi is sailing away with Norwegian Jade on a "festival at sea" cruise.
Cruise News Briefing - March 22, 2019. The Carnival Triumph suffers a minor fire during her refurbishment. Norwegian Breakaway fails her sanitation inspection. And SeaDream Yacht Club announces new mega-yacht.
Cruise News Briefing - March 21, 2019. A cruise-themed hotel in Long Beach, California is being sued for bed bugs. Spectrum of the Seas is sailing backward up the River Ems. And, Carnival Valor wins an award for best shore excursions.
Cruise News Briefing - March 20, 2019. Norwegian Sky returns to Miami after her dry-dock. Royal Caribbean announces the "Caribbean's largest freshwater outdoor pool" at Perfect Day at CocoCay. And, Costa Smerelda suffers a small fire during construction.
Cruise News Briefing - March 18, 2019. Carnival Cruise Line introduces canned craft beer fleetwide. Norwegian Cruise Line wants to "Give Joy" to your favorite teachers. And, Holland America may be backing out of future calls to Antigua and Barbuda.
Cruise News Briefing - March 15, 2019. Costa Cruises celebrates the floating out of its LNG-powered ship - Costa Smerelda. American Queen Steamboat Company hits a construction milestone with the American Countess. And, Royal Caribbean passengers can now plan stateroom decorations directly from the cruise planning website.
Cruise News Briefing - March 12, 2019. Disney Cruise Lines makes headway into their newest private Bahamian destination. Royal Caribbean is facing a $3.38 million lawsuit for the death of a passenger. And, cruise lines begin returning to Turkey as stability and security have improved.
Cruise News Briefing - March 11, 2019. Carnival Freedom is sailing again with some new additions after a three-week dry dock. Princess Cruises is adding a new food venue. And Royal Caribbean has another ship sailing from Galveston, Texas.
Cruise News Briefing - March 8, 2019. Carnival Cruise Line names Cruise Director and Entertainment director for Carnival Sunrise. Bermuda is proposing a new tax for cruisers. And Carnival Corporation released the earnings of President and CEO Arnold Donald.
Cruise News Briefing - March 7, 2019. A frequent-flyer of Princess Cruises celebrates her 282nd cruise with the line. Viking Ocean Cruises announces two new technologically-innovative ships. And, Cunard will be headed out on two world cruises in 2021.
Cruise News Briefing - March 6, 2019. Cruise ship aids in rescuing victims of a plane crash. Emeril Lagasse is partnering with Carnival on a new restaurant for Mardi Gras. And, Vancouver is projecting a record cruise year.
Cruise News Briefing - March 5, 2019. Several passengers are injured after a freak accident on Norwegian Escape. Carnival Cruise Line celebrates Dr. Seuss by donating to educational programming for local kids. And, Princess Cruises is expanding its high-speed internet service fleetwide.
Cruise News Briefing - March 4, 2019. Holland America is testing out a fee for second entrees in the main dining room. MSC Bellisima celebrates her christening in the UK. And, MSC plans to continue the expansion of their line in the United States.