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In this episode, we explore the comprehensive strategic investments cruise lines are making to dominate global waterways, focusing on simultaneous fleet refinement, massive capacity expansion, and entry into highly competitive markets.We look at how Princess Cruises is maintaining a competitive edge through targeted revitalization, such as the extensive two-week dry dock of the Sapphire Princess. This refit centered on transforming existing spaces into premium dining venues, including the acclaimed Crown Grill Steakhouse and the new Makoto Ocean Edomae-style sushi venue by Chef Makoto Okuwa. Beyond dining upgrades, this strategy supports targeted market expansion, as the Sapphire Princess prepares for diverse itineraries, culminating in Princess Cruises' most expansive Japan season ever in 2027.Next, we dive into the staggering growth of Viking Cruises, which recently expanded its total fleet to 103 vessels with the addition of nine new river ships. This move underscores Viking's ongoing commitment to tailored, region-specific travel experiences. The new ships, including those purpose-built for Egypt's Nile River (Viking Thoth and Viking Amun), solidify Viking's leadership in vessel count and demonstrate remarkable profitability. Viking's committed orderbook anticipates a total fleet of 135 vessels by 2031.Finally, we examine the strategic shift by Trafalgar, a major guided vacation company, as it makes a decisive entry into the river cruising industry. Trafalgar's expansion reflects a move to meet the rising demand for immersive European journeys. The company plans to debut its first-ever river cruise fleet in 2028, leveraging its decades of guided travel expertise to redefine the luxury river cruising standards with innovative vessel designs and curated shore excursions.We discuss how these three diverse strategies—refinement, capacity growth, and new market entry—reflect the industry's renewed confidence and focus on delivering elevated, experience-driven products across river and ocean segments.

Explore the rapidly evolving cruise industry, focusing on enhanced guest experiences and major infrastructure projects. Discover how leading cruise lines are revolutionizing onboard entertainment through new collaborations with galleries like Park West Gallery and Clarendon Fine Art, bringing fine art programming, auctions, and museum-quality exhibitions to sea. Learn about significant port developments, including the operational debut of the state-of-the-art Las Palmas Cruise Terminal and the $110 million modernization of the San Juan Cruise Port. Plus, get expert advice on finding the best deals by booking strategically during Wave Season (January–March) and leveraging off-peak periods to unlock major savings.

We start by examining Celebrity Cruises' decision to cancel all stops at Labadee, Haiti, across 2025 and 2026 itineraries. We explore how the Level Four travel advisory issued by the U.S. Department of State—citing security concerns like violent crime and kidnappings—prompted this widespread industry shift. Learn about the popular replacement destinations taking Labadee's spot, including Turks and Caicos, Grand Cayman, and Cozumel, Mexico.Next, we look at the rising tensions between cruise lines and their loyal patrons. We detail the policy revisions by Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) that are drawing passenger backlash. Understand the new operational changes, such as the $5 fee for ordering more than one entrée in the Main Dining Room and the newly introduced item limits on room service deliveries. We also discuss how NCL's beverage packages will no longer be honored at its private island, Great Stirrup Cay, starting in 2026.Finally, we highlight luxury growth and demand with MSC Cruises' expansion in the robust Alaska market. The MSC Poesia is set to return to Seattle for its second consecutive summer season in 2027, following an extensive refurbishment. Discover the details of the ship's upgrade, including the highly anticipated debut of the exclusive MSC Yacht Club.

We analyze the severe consequences of passenger misconduct at sea, welcome the latest Disney ship showcasing a unique dual theme, and cover the maiden launch of a new Sphere-class vessel.Major cruise operators, including Carnival Cruise Line and Margaritaville at Sea, are implementing stricter guest conduct policies in response to increasing unruly behavior. We detail the serious penalties now in force, which include $500 fines for fighting, immediate disembarkation without a refund, and potential lifetime travel bans that extend across sister brands within corporate families like Carnival Corporation.Next, dive into the newest Wish-class ship, the Disney Destiny, which officially joined the fleet. This LNG-powered vessel features an exclusive Heroes & Villains theme across its décor, entertainment, and dining. Highlights include the Broadway-style production of Hercules, the interactive Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King dinner, and specialty adult lounges like The Sanctum, inspired by Doctor Strange. The ship is slated to begin operations on November 20, 2025.Finally, we celebrate the launch of the Sphere-class Star Princess, which embarked on its maiden 11-night voyage from Barcelona on October 4, 2025. Discover the ship's key amenities, including the Princess Arena featuring new theatrical productions like Meridian and Illuminate: A Spectacle of Joy, alongside its extensive global itineraries spanning the Caribbean, Panama Canal, and Alaska starting May 10, 2026

This episode covers three distinct updates defining the future of maritime travel. First, we explore the debut of Aman Resorts' first luxury yacht, Amangati, launching in spring 2027. This vessel is characterized by its minimalist Japanese-inspired design, exclusivity (47 suites), and commitment to sustainability through a hybrid propulsion system. Second, we highlight Carnival Cruise Line's 2027-28 itineraries, specifically the highly anticipated 11-day Carnival Journeys sailing aboard Carnival Miracle, which positions guests near the Strait of Gibraltar for optimal viewing of the August 2, 2027, total solar eclipse. Lastly, we recognize Princess Cruises' Sun Princess, which secured the title of #1 Mega Cruise Ship in the Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers' Choice Awards for the second consecutive year. The Sphere-Class ship is acclaimed for its innovative features, including The Dome and the exclusive Spellbound by Magic Castle speakeasy.

This episode examines the monumental strategic and technological changes sweeping through the cruise industry, from the urgent quest for net-zero emissions to the redefining of onboard experiences and fleet demographics.Decarbonization at a Crossroads (The Fuel Challenge): The industry is accelerating efforts toward achieving net-zero carbon emissions, focusing on a multi-fuel strategy. LNG remains the most practical choice for new ships in the near term, supplemented by drop-in fuels to meet IMO 2030 and 2040 goals. However, operators face hurdles, including supply constraints for sustainable options like bio-LNG, which requires complex solutions like the book-and-claim model to verify green attributes. Methanol is gaining traction, requiring specialized tank construction, as seen with ships like Disney Adventure. While biofuels offer easy retrofitting for existing fleets, feedstock constraints and sustainability documentation standards limit their scalability. Long-term options like hydrogen face significant challenges due to low energy density and the vast infrastructure investments required. Beyond fuels, digitalization is critical for optimizing energy use and delivering immediate emissions reductions through data analytics. Shipowners remain hesitant to invest heavily in unproven technologies without established supply networks and cost-effective options.The Icon Debut (Legend of the Seas): Royal Caribbean's third Icon-class vessel, Legend of the Seas, is set for a July 2026 debut, initially sailing the Mediterranean before repositioning to Fort Lauderdale for Caribbean routes. The ship will feature world-first entertainment, including the debut of Broadway's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at sea, alongside the renowned AquaTheater and the largest ice arena at sea, Absolute Zero. Culinary innovations include the Hollywoodland Supper Club, inspired by the Golden Age of Hollywood, and the Royal Railway's Legend Station, an immersive, story-driven dining experience tracing Marco Polo's Silk Route. Thrill-seekers can try the Category 6 waterpark and the Crowns Edge ropes course, which ziplines 154 feet above the ocean. The ship is currently in the outfitting phase following its August 2023 float-out.P&O's Adults-Only Shift: P&O Cruises is strategically opening its formerly adults-only ships, Arcadia and Aurora, to select family-friendly sailings starting December 2026. This shift addresses the increasing market demand for multi-generational holiday options. This change has generated mixed reactions, with some long-time passengers expressing concern that the children will disrupt the tranquil atmosphere cultivated over nearly 20 years. While families are excited for options on smaller, traditional ships, P&O will only provide family-friendly entertainment, children's menus, and amenities like bottle warmers, not dedicated kids clubs or babysitting services. Passengers booked before the change have the option to switch to another adults-only cruise or receive a full refund if they act by December 1, 2025.

In this episode of Cruise News Daily, we explore major developments shaping the cruise industry, from sustainability and food recovery to new loyalty benefits and destination growth across Europe and Latin America.Carnival Expands Meal Donations to Latin AmericaCarnival Corporation is deepening its commitment to social responsibility with an expansion of its meal donation program into Latin America. The initiative delivers unserved, high-quality meals from cruise ships to communities in need, supporting the company's “Less Left Over” strategy to reduce food waste and repurpose surplus prepared meals.The expansion includes formal partnerships in:Mexico: A pilot program launched in Ensenada with Bancos de Alimentos de México, with plans to expand to additional ports.Honduras: Collaboration with local authorities in Roatán to provide meals to schools, hospitals, and community groups.Dominican Republic: Agreements with the Catholic Diocese of Puerto Plata and Banco de Alimentos República Dominicana to distribute meals locally.Since starting in 2017 with Costa Cruises, the program has delivered more than 300,000 meals across 19 destinations worldwide. Carnival is the first cruise company to formalize meal donation programs in these Latin American markets, working with Global FoodBanking Network affiliates to ensure safe delivery and lasting community impact.Norwegian Unveils Cross-Brand Loyalty PerksNorwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. is introducing the Loyalty Status Honoring Program, giving guests recognition across its three brands: Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.Launch: Guests may request eligibility starting September 29, 2025, for cruises departing October 15 or later.How it works: Travelers submit a request before each sailing to have their loyalty tier recognized across brands.Benefits: Complimentary beverages, priority embarkation, and access to exclusive events.The program is part of the company's Charting the Course strategy, encouraging cross-brand exploration while rewarding repeat travelers. Although the per-cruise application step has prompted mixed reactions, it reflects a growing focus on loyalty integration across premium and luxury lines.Wales Embraces Cruise TourismWales continues to see strong growth in cruise tourism, welcoming nearly 80,000 passengers last year and generating about £7.5 million in visitor spending. Holyhead on Anglesey serves as the main gateway and now accounts for roughly 10 percent of Wales' international tourism.Regional operators are emphasizing authentic, local experiences:Cultural Immersion: Tours highlighting Welsh language, history, and heritage.Unique Excursions: Visits to Bragdy Cybi brewery and traditional hill farms.Growth Ahead: Viking Cruises plans a 40 percent increase in calls to Holyhead by 2026.Local leaders are focused on sustainable growth that supports cultural exchange and community development, positioning Wales as a distinctive European cruise destination.Subscribe to Cruise News Daily for continuing coverage of industry trends, sustainability initiatives, and destination insights. Visit CruiseNews.io to read daily stories and sign up for free email alerts.

Cabin Steward from Royal Caribbean Detained for Concealing Cameras on the Symphony of the Seas.Support the show Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioFollow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Would you like to help support the channel and new content?➤ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic or transpacific cruise at least once a year. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and more.

• Sorrento's Pizza  . • Hurricane Hillary  .  • Pride of America & Maui.     -  Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioFollow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Would you like to help support the channel and new content?➤ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic or transpacific cruise at least once a year. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and more.Support the show

• CDC No Sail Order Extended. • CLIA States Cruise Lines Are Ready. • Carnival Cancels More Cruises. • Virgin Voyages Reschedules Launch. • Holland America Floats Out Rotterdam. • Carnival Mardi Gras Start Sea Trials. • Cruise Trivia. #cdc #nosailorder #cruisenews - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io Follow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Would you like to help support the channel and new content? ➤ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic or transpacific cruise at least once a year. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and more.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cruisenews)

• Royal Caribbean & NCL release The Healthy Sail Panel details. • Carnival Sells More Ships & Raises Additional Capital. • Costa Resumes More Sailings. #royalcaribbean #carnivalcruise #cruisenews RCL & NCL Healthy Sail Panel Full Report - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io Follow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Would you like to help support the channel and new content? ➤ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic or transpacific cruise at least once a year. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and more.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cruisenews)

• NCL's Frank Del Rio makes a statement about the current status of cruising in America. • Holland America announces their summer 2021 European season. • Carnival's Costa Cruises intends to expand its sailings starting in October. • Marella Cruises announces it's 2021-2022 itineraries. • Cruise & Maritime Voyages ships head to auction. #norwegiancruiseline #hollandamerica #cruisenews Tony over at La Lida Loca's Cruise & Maritime Voyages naming history fun.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xc-6p_fljvQ - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io Follow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Would you like to help support the channel and new content? ➤ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic or transpacific cruise at least once a year. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and more.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cruisenews)

• Royal Caribbean Floats Out the Wonder of the Seas. • Princess Cruises Announces New Oceania Season Details. • Costa Cruises First Cruise Departs & Future Sailings are Cancelled. • Tui Cruises has several successful sailings under their belt. • Norwegian Cruise Line is still waiting to update on future cruise plans. #royalcaribbean #princesscruises #cruisenews - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io Follow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Would you like to help support the channel and new content? ➤ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic or transpacific cruise at least once a year. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and more.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cruisenews)

•Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line Buy One Get One Offer. •Carnival's Costa Cruises Resumes Sailing. •Port Miami Continues Investment in Port. •Trivia Time. #costacruises #bahamasparadise #cruisenews - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io Follow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Interested in becoming a Patreon and supporting new content? ➤ https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic or transpacific cruise at least once a year. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and more.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cruisenews)

•Genting Cruises seeks additional funding. •AIDA announces their November restart. •Windstar Cruises cancels its 2020 cruise season. •MSC offers healthcare workers large discount offers. •Princess Cruises extends pause in Australia and New Zealand. #msccruises #aidacruises #cruisenews - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io Follow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Interested in becoming a Patreon and supporting new content? ➤ https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic or transpacific cruise at least once a year. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

•Canada blocks cruising through October. •Hawaii says no cruises expected until 2021. •Copenhagen updates its cruise terminal plans. •Bahamas Paradise set to resume sailings. •Viking Cruise Lines suspends more sailings. •Marella postpones more sailings. •AIDA cancels more cruise ship sailings. •Costa Cruises pauses sailings. •Celestyal Cruises suspends more sailings. #canadacruises #alaskacruises #cruisenews - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io Follow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow us on Instagram here: ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cruisenewsio Follow us on Twitter here: ➤ https://twitter.com/cruisenewsio Interested in becoming a Patreon and supporting new content? ➤ https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic or transpacific cruise at least once a year. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Is it really practical to practice social distancing on cruises when they start up again? Today we are discussing: •Embarking and Disembarking. •One Way Hallways. •Full Service Buffets. •Open or Closed Pools & Hot Tubs. •Luggage Handling. •Live Shows & Gatherings. •Ports of Call. and much more. #SocialDistanceCruising #cruisesresume #cruisenews - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io Follow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow us on Instagram here: ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cruisenewsio Follow us on Twitter here: ➤ https://twitter.com/cruisenewsio Interested in becoming a Patreon and supporting new content? ➤ https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic or transpacific cruise at least once a year. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

•Royal Caribbean cancels more sailings. •Norwegian cancels more sailings. •Carnival lays off additional staff. •Royal Caribbean lays off additional staff. •MSC furloughs employees. •Australia, Seychelles and Norway extend port closures. #norwegiancruiseline #royalcarribean #cruisenews - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io Follow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow us on Instagram here: ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cruisenewsio Follow us on Twitter here: ➤ https://twitter.com/cruisenewsio Interested in becoming a Patreon and supporting new content? ➤ https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic or transpacific cruise at least once a year. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

•Royal Caribbean raises $3.3 billion in new capital. •TUI Cruises plans to resume limited services this summer. •Norwegian Cruise Line publishes schedules through 2023. •Oceania Cruises announces 'The Ultimate Sale'. •Disney Cruise Line updates on demand for DCL. •Holland America Cancels additional cruises. •Princess adds to their cancellations. #norwegiancruiseline #royalcarribean #cruisenews - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io Follow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow us on Instagram here: ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cruisenewsio Follow us on Twitter here: ➤ https://twitter.com/cruisenewsio Interested in becoming a Patreon and supporting new content? ➤ https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic or transpacific cruise at least once a year. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

•Norwegian Cruise Line Raises $2 billion in Liquidity. •Norwegian Delays Leonardo Class Ships. •P&O Cruise Line Extends Suspension in Service. •Pullmantur Cruises Extends Cruising Suspension. •Royal Caribbean Extends Cruise with Confidence Program. #norwegiancruiseline #royalcarribean #cruisenews - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io Follow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow us on Instagram here: ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cruisenewsio Follow us on Twitter here: ➤ https://twitter.com/cruisenewsio Interested in becoming a Patreon and supporting new content? ➤ https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic or transpacific cruise at least once a year. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Carnival Cruise Line has announced they plan to resume cruising on August 1st. They will initially start cruising out of Galveston, Texas, Miami, Florida, and Port Canaveral, Florida. Carnival also announced they will be canceling all other North America and Australian cruises through August 31st. #cruisesresume #carnivalcruiselines #cruisenews - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io Follow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow us on Instagram here: ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cruisenewsio Follow us on Twitter here: ➤ https://twitter.com/cruisenewsio Interested in becoming a Patreon and supporting new content? ➤ https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic or transpacific cruise at least once a year. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Cruise lines still have over 100,000 crew members out at sea. Major cruise lines such as Royal Caribbean claim the CDC will not let them disembark crew members in US ports. The CDC refutes this claim and says they just need to sign agreements taking responsibility for getting them home via private transportation. Some crew members are now stuck onboard without pay waiting for a way to get home. #royalcaribbean #carnivalcruiselines #cruisenews - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io Follow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow us on Instagram here: ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cruisenewsio Follow us on Twitter here: ➤ https://twitter.com/cruisenewsio Interested in becoming a Patreon and supporting new content? ➤ https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic or transpacific cruise at least once a year. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

•Disney Cruise Line extends its cruise suspensions. •Norwegian Cruise Line pays Frank Del Rio a bonus. •Crystal Cruises furloughs employees. •MSC Cruises extends cruising cancellations. •Royal Caribbean's Galvenston cruise terminal is delayed. •Carnival works to get employees back home. •Marella Retires the Celebration. - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io Follow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow us on Instagram here: ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cruisenewsio Follow us on Twitter here: ➤ https://twitter.com/cruisenewsio Interested in becoming a Patreon and supporting new content? ➤ https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic at least once a year and this year will also be doing a transpacific. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Virgin Cruises, and Princess Cruises with more to come. Thanks for watching!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Norwegian Cruise Line has provided updated financials and cruise booking outlooks for the remainder of 2020 and into 2021. We go over what steps Norwegian is taking to conserve cash while cruising is on hold. What options they have available to them and what the pros and cons of their financial outlook look like and more. If your curious about how NCL is holding up and their latest updates this was created for you. - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io Follow us on YouTube here: ➤ http://youtube.com/cruisenews is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow us on Instagram here: ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cruisenewsio Follow us on Twitter here: ➤ https://twitter.com/cruisenewsio Interested in becoming a Patreon and supporting new content? ➤ https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews About Cruise News: ********************** We started the popular travel site MilesGeek and are now doing a vlog and news channel about cruising! Join us here at Cruise News as we share our tips and knowledge from traveling on the top brands in cruising. Come along as we cruise through the Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, and Asia. We do a transatlantic at least once a year and this year will also be doing a transpacific. Cruise lines include Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Virgin Cruises, and Princess Cruises with more to come. Thanks for watching!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Crystal Cruises has extended its cruising suspension on all river and ocean cruises. Email: resolutions@crystalcruises.com Cruise and Maritime Voyages has extended its current sailing suspension until May 24th. Cunard has canceled its operations until July 31st. P&O has also extended its pause in operations through July 31st. Work on ships at the Fincantieri shipyards in Italy has partially resumed. - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io More news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io. Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Silversea Cruises announced more flexible booking policies. Carnival Cruise Line details how it plans to help it's travel partners. Windstar announces further suspensions. The MSC Magnifica the last major ship at sea with passengers has returned home. - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io More news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io. Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Norwegian Cruise Line has modified its Free at Sea promotion. Disney Cruise Line extends its cruise suspensions. Viking has started taking bookings for its new Mississippi river cruises Antigua commences construction on a new cruise pier. Royal Caribbean discloses 2019 executive pay. - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io More news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io. Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Princess Cruise lines the Enchanted Princess delivery has been delayed. Norwegian Cruise Line has rebranded its Mini-Suites as Club Balcony Suites. Royal Caribbean has announced layoffs in relation to its US-based workforce. - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io More news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io. Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

The CDC has announced an extension to its No Sail Order for all ships docking or departing from US ports. There are still approximately 80,000 crew onboard over 100 ships anchored or near ports around the world. - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io More news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io. Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Some of the new policies currently in place required temperature checks as well as signed letters from your doctors certifying you are fit to cruise. Would you be willing to take these extra steps for your vacation? Do you think it is fair? - Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.io More news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io. Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

CDC Releases new guidelines for cruise ship travelers.These new recommendations include healthy guests disembarking should get home as quickly and safely as possible and self-quarantine for 14 days.Cruises lines much get travelers directly to their homes via charters or private transport, commercial and public means may not be used.If you are showing symptoms do not travel with other people who are not showing symptoms. Cruise lines are responsible for anything showing symptoms including those that need medical care and should arrange medical transport.Cruise lines must disclose all suspected cases with local health and port authorities.Genting cruises have announced comprehensive new health guidelines for their cruises. These include mandatory temperature screening for preboarding.Higher frequency cleanings, proof of doctors' certificate of fitness for travel if over 70 years of age.Rooms will be disinfected twice per day, public areas on average every 2 hours.100% fresh external filtered air will be supplied to all cabins and public areas and filters cleaned regularly.Disney extends cruise suspensions through April 28th.Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund has taken an 8.2% stake in Carnival and is now the third-largest shareholder. This will hopefully also give them access to resources if additional investment is needed for a prolonged return to cruising.Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Missing being on a cruise? Major and specialty lines have published virtual cruise content to help you get your fix.Viking Cruises has launched viking.tv which includes specialty programming as well as live guest lecturers every weekday.https://viking.tv/Crystal Cruises offers crystal@home offering a virtual voyage.http://www.crystalcruises.com/crystalathomeLindblad Expeditions is offering a virtual expedition cruise.https://www.expeditions.com/destinations/virtual/Hurtigruten is offering a minute by a minute coastal cruise that runs for 6 days captured by 11 cameras which set the record for the longest live tv documentary.https://tv.nrk.no/serie/hurtigruten-minutt-for-minutt/2011/DVFJ67000111/avspillerHolland America has launched HAL@Home which is offering some of their cooking demonstrations and will be expanded to include other Holland America features.https://youtu.be/FUAuiXMyZXgRoyal Caribbean is offering a Virtual of the Seas cruise with daily cruise compasses.https://www.facebook.com/cruisedirectorabehughes/Finally, Carnival is providing a virtual Caribbean cruise captured in 360-degree video.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDfsFuDuHdsAustralia has launched a form criminal probe into the Ruby Princess unloading in Sydney without being forthcoming if it knew it's passengers were sick.Bahamas Paradise states an optimistically worded start date of May 6th vs wording it as suspended until May 6th.The Coral Princess has been cleared to dock in Miami. They will be allowed to disembark only for scheduled flights which included charters flights back to their home countries.Royal Caribbean will be using its ships the Spectrum, Ovation, Radiance, Voyager as well as the Celebrity Solstice to provide transportation for the crew to their home countries.Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

It is currently taking upwards of 60 days to receive a cruise refund in the current climate, in some cases up to 90 days.When most people booked their cruise the original time frame was 5-10 days.Since the suspension of the cruising industry, this has been updated to reflect their current policies of 60-90 days.This can have a hardship on people now being affected by a changing economy that are in need of cash to pay their bills and provide for their households.Why are refunds taking so long and is there anything you can do about it.Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Princess Cruise Lines Coral Princess which is on her way to Ft. Lauderdale and estimated to arrive on April 4th has now confirmed at least 12 positive cases on board.Holland Americas Zaandam and Rotterdam were permitted to dock at Port Everglades. Any crew of guests showing symptoms will need to stay onboard while at the port. Only critically ill guests and crew will be taken to hospitals. Carnival which is the parent company for Holland America will cover all expenses.Fred Olsen cruise lines have donated a container of fruit and vegetables to local charities in Barbados. The container was originally destined for their ship the Braemar who never arrived at the port due to the port stop being canceled.Richard Fain Chairman and CEO of Royal Caribbean has announced he will forego his base salary until September 30, 2020. As well other executives have agreed to a 25% reduction in their salaries.Genting cruises extend their cruise as you wish program though March 31st, 2021. Similar to other cruise with confidence programs this allows you to change or cancel your sailing up to 48 hours before your cruise and receive future cruise credit.Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Oasis of the Seas crew tests Positive now at least 51 up from 14. approx 1500 crew members left.Coast Guard directs cruise ships to remain at sea indefinitely with a statement that medevac patients are no longer being accepted. This directly affects the stranded Zaandam and Rotterdam.Australia demands ships off its coast to leave its waters.Carnival, as it stands, is burning 1 billion in cash per month. They will be issuing an additional 62 million shares of common stock at $8.00 per share to hopefully raise $500 million. They have also suspended their stock dividend.Carnival currently has all cruises suspended through May 11, with the following exceptions.San Francisco all 2020 sailingsAll Alaska sailing through June 30thAll Carnival Radiance sailings through Nov 1All Carnival Legend sailings through October 30th.In a little stranger and somewhat concerning news, the cruise ship Resolute which is flagged in Portugal and usually focuses on Antarctic cruises was sailing in international waters in the Caribbean sea on it's way to curacao. When a Venezuelan navy vessel demanded it follows the vessel to Puerto Moreno.Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Carnivals credit rating from Moodys has been downgraded.With Carnivals 3bln bond sale starting today hoping to find buyers has proven a challenge with Carnival having to offer short term bonds at a whopping 12.5%-13% interest.Carnival estimates a majority of their fleet will be in a prolonged ship layup going forward to refuce the monthly costs to approx. $1 million per month in overhead for maintenence per ship. This does not include any other expenses such as loan and interest payments.Holland America is still looking for a port to accept the Zaandam and Rotterdam ships. Florida's Port Everglades is awaiting a formal proposal from HA being voting.Holland America's President Orlando Ashford posted a blog on HA's site asking for assistance.However Florida Governor Ronald DeSantis has already stated he does nto want the ships in Florida and will escalate tot he White House if needed. Hopefully a mutually agreed plan can be agreed to to get these guests assistance.Viking announces they will be offering river cruises on the Mississippi river starting in August 2022. The purpose built ships are currently being built in Louisiana.MSC has announced they are extending your Voyagers Club status until the December 31st, 2021 if it was going to expire in 2020 due to lack of travel.If you would like more of these daily cruise headlines please hit that Like button to show your support.Quiz question of the day - What Disney Character can be seen hanging over the back of the Disney Magic. Leave your answer in the comments below.Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Royal Caribbean extends it's Cruise with Confidence program to allow cancellation up to 48 hours prior to a cruise until September 1st, 2020.Norwegian Cruise Line extended it's cruise suspension until May 10th for all of its brands Norwegian, Regent and Oceania.Viking extens it's suspensions for river and ocean cruises through June 30th.Holland America extends it's cruise suspension until May 14th.Carnival has extended it's pause of operations until May 11th, 2020.P&O and Cunard which are part of Carnival until May 15th,MSC extends hiatus until May 29th.Disney extends pause through April 28th.Carnival announced an addtiional stock offering currently valued at 1.25 billion, as well as options privating of up to 3 billion to try and rasie additional funds.Holland Americas Zaandam and Rotterdam have made it through the Panama Canal and are headed towards Florida looking for a port to allow them to dock.Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

With so many cruises being canceled lately, you might find your cruise being canceled yourself. Today we cover if you should take a direct 100% refund or the cruise lines future cruise credit offer. Some offers are as high as 125% FCC.Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Over 10,000 passengers and 3,000 crew are still stuck at sea.Holland Americas Zaandam and Rotterdam get permission to transit Panama Canal. As of Friday 4 people has died onboard the Zaandam and 138 more were sick with flu like symptoms. The Rotterdam has brought extra supplies and staff to help.They have moved the sick passengers into a single vessel to try and gain permission to transit the canal which has strict health guidelines in place.The Zandam cruise started on March 7th and was supposed to end on the 21st in Chile.As well the Coral Princess, P&O's Arcadia, TUI Marella Explorer 2, Azamara Pursuit and Pacific Princess.Norwegian Star reportedly removed passengers earlier in Chile with no travel arrangements and reneged on their promise to cover expenses home.Reports of Oasis of the Seas crew members becoming ill have now been reported.Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Royal Caribbean has announced a global suspension for an additional 30 days until at least April 12th. We discuss this, refunds, future cruise credit options and more.Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

We recently crossed the Atlantic on Holland America's Zuiderdam. We dive into everything from the guest demographics, food, entertainment and more.Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Often when you book a cruise you select it for the ports of call, the ship, or maybe loyalty to a particular cruise line.One of the pros and cons of cruising is that itineraries sometimes need to change. These can be due to weather, political events, or anything in between.Today we discuss our recent planned transatlantic cruise on the Oasis of the Seas, how the ship was damaged in the Bahamas in dry dock prior and how we rolled with the punches.Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

One of the biggest concerns people have when cruising, especially when crossing the Atlantic ocean is the weather.In today's episode we cover what do with all of your sea days, and is the weather really something to stress about. Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) vs Disney Disney Cruise Line (DCL)Today we cover what works for each of these lines and help you decide which might be a better fit for you.Wave phones vs chat appRotational dining vs anytime diningPricingKids ClubsMultiple Full Production ShowsCustomer ServiceMain dining room food quality vs specialty restaurantsAny questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

When they happen every week are they worth checking out?Tracking your cruise price after bookingAre free promotions really free?Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )

As the cruise industry continues to grow every year, is it getting too big?We discuss the impact on ship sizes, guest experiences and how ports and their cities views are changing on cruise tourism.Any questions or topics you would like us to cover? podcast@cruisenews.ioMore news stories and reviews are just a click away at www.cruisenews.io.Our YouTube channel is updated throughout the week. Don't forget to subscribe.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/cruisenews )