Passengers knocked off their feet and windows shattered after ferry to Alcatraz slams into pier One astonished passenger questioned whether it was the crew’s first day working the ship The Independent UK · May 27
Cruise line passengers face shock fee for taking food back to cabin Cruisers are split online over the fee The Independent UK · May 26
The ‘Hantavirus’ Travel Alert: What Cruise Passengers Over 60 Should Know About Recent Rodent-Linked Illness Reports Many retirees planning summer cruises are suddenly hearing an unfamiliar and alarming word in the headlines: hantavirus. The concern intensified after a recent multi-country outbreak... Saving Advice · May 25
‘My first drag turn? As Karen Carpenter in hotpants!’ La Voix on swinger cruises, Strictly – and blazing into musicals From Drag Race to Eurovision to Strictly, La Voix is going stratospheric. And Chris Dennis, the man behind the crimson coiffure, is thrilled. He talks about his cruise ship highs, doing panto with Cilla – and starring in Annie The Guardian - UK · May 25
Football fans can train with Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola on this special MSC Cruises sailing Guests will be able to practice their penalty shootout skills with the Italian star The Independent UK · May 22
Ring of concrete: The seven flyovers that will cost Hyderabad a national park At dawn, the Indian Grey Hornbill cruises over the Jubilee Hills police checkpost, five to 12 metres above the road, following a flight corridor that hornbills have used for longer than the city has existed. By 2028, if the Hyderabad City Innovative and Transformative Infrastructure (HCITI) project proceeds as tendered,… Newslaundry · May 21
From floating resorts to luxury vessels, the different types of cruise ship explained Cruise editor Marc Shoffman explains how to choose the best vessel for your voyage The Independent UK · May 20
P&O Cruises travellers could be denied boarding over strict dress code P&O Cruises is strictly enforcing its dress code across all ships, with passengers facing potential boarding refusal at Southampton for violations. Transparent clothing, offensive graphics, and swimwear outside pool areas are now banned. Formal and casual evening dress codes remain, with themed events requiring specific attire. Passengers are urged to… The Times of India · May 19
8 Things You Should Never Say to an Insurance Adjuster — It Could Cost You Thousands Car accidents create chaos fast. One minute someone cruises home from work, and the next minute flashing lights, tow trucks, and ringing phones take over the day. Then comes the insurance adjuster, sounding calm, friendly, and helpful while quietly gathering information that could shrink a payout dramatically. Many drivers assume… Clever Dude · May 17
Cruise booking demand stays strong despite onboard illness outbreaks Industry experts say the incidents are unlikely to dent demand – and cruise lines are still forecasting record passenger numbers worldwide this year. Euronews · May 17
Demand for cruises appears undimmed despite hantavirus and other onboard outbreaks Recent outbreaks of hantavirus and norovirus on cruise ships are making headlines, but they’re unlikely to dim vacationers’ growing love of cruises The Independent UK · May 17
The hantavirus debacle raises a key question: why would anyone go on a cruise? I cannot think of one thing that a cruise offers that isn’t available in the safe bosom of dry land The Guardian - US · May 16
This luxury cruise line is offering cycling sailings around Croatia More than 130 departures will operate next summer The Independent UK · May 15
Is Wall Street Bullish or Bearish on Royal Caribbean Cruises Stock? While Royal Caribbean Cruises' has lagged behind the broader market over the past year, Wall Street analysts maintain a moderately optimistic outlook on the stock’s prospects. Barchart · May 14
The Independent UK · May 13 Hantavirus-hit ship operator is awaiting more info before deciding on resuming summer cruises The outbreak has led to the deaths of three passengers and at least nine infections
International Business Times UK · May 7 Are Disney Cruises Safe For Kids? 28 Crew Members Arrested In CSEM Sting US authorities arrested 28 cruise crew, including Disney staff, in a child exploitation sting in San Diego, fuelling concern about how safely major cruise lines protect families.
The Independent UK · May 6 Minnesota church spent $2 million on luxury cruises and designer purchases, prosecutors say Prosecutors allege that 91 percent of the transactions in one of the church’s bank accounts had no identified nonprofit purpose
The Independent UK · May 5 I went on my first cruise in my 30s – here’s why every millennial should take one Cruise companies are trying to shake off stereotypes to attract a younger crowd – after sailing solo from Livorno to Alicante on a luxury small ship, Deborah Cicurel is a convert
The Independent UK · May 3 MSC Cruises reveals gigantic new theme park onboard ship The MSC World Asia ship is set to debut in December
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The Independent UK · Apr 29 Can you still book Middle East cruises – and is it safe? IS IT SAFE MIDDLE EAST CRUISE: Cruise editor Marc Shoffman explores the current state of cruising in the Gulf
The Independent UK · Apr 28 I went behind the scenes to see the new Celebrity River Cruises ships – here is what guests can expect Cruise writer Marc Shoffman donned his hard hat for a behind the scenes tour of the brand’s first river cruise ship
The Independent UK · Apr 27 P&O Cruises launches onboard comedy club with Jason Manford The adults-only area will showcase handpicked stand ups
The Independent UK · Apr 24 This older Oceania Cruises ship is set for a luxury revamp – here’s what we know Oceania Nautica will be refurbished and given a new name
The Independent UK · Apr 22 Revealed: The most popular destinations for UK cruise passengers Industry data suggests seven-night departures remain the most popular sailing duration