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This episode explores two major developments shaping cruising's future: Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings locks in three new ships with Fincantieri through 2037, including a 227,000-ton megaship for NCL, an Oceania sister to the Sonata, and a Regent ultra-luxury vessel, all with methanol-ready designs. Meanwhile, AIDA becomes the third Carnival Corporation brand to schedule a call at Celebration Key, the private Bahamian destination, sending AIDAluna on a 14-night repositioning voyage from New York in November 2027.

This episode covers three big cruise stories: MSC reroutes two ships from Marseille after Valentine's weekend winds top 50 knots, Norwegian Cruise Line names Burger King and Subway veteran John Chidsey as CEO amid activist investor pressure, and Carnival Encounter heads to Singapore drydock for a full Cloud 9 Spa overhaul and pool refresh before returning to Australian waters.

This episode covers three stories shaping the cruise industry. First, Carnival Festivale reaches a key construction milestone at Meyer Werft as the 183,000-ton Excel-class ship gets its bridge installed ahead of its May 2027 debut from Port Canaveral. Next, Virgin Voyages reports record-breaking January 2026 bookings with ships at full capacity, fueling the surging adults-only cruise segment projected to double to $18 billion by 2033. Finally, Tianjin Oriental delays the inaugural sailing of its refurbished Vision from mid-February to March 2026 as the former Costa Magica undergoes additional work at a Chinese shipyard to serve Northern China's growing cruise market.

The Mediterranean cruise market is surging toward nearly six million passengers in 2026, fueled by massive mega-ships and fierce competition between European and American cruise lines. This episode explores the explosive growth reshaping ports from Santorini to Dubrovnik, MSC's bold strategy to broadcast all 104 World Cup matches fleet-wide, and the sobering reality check delivered by Celebrity Infinity's power failure off the coast of Greece—proving that even billion-dollar floating cities are still at the mercy of aging hardware.

In this episode, we explore three seemingly unrelated cruise industry stories that reveal a unified trend: the death of the generic cruise. From the Norwegian Pearl's highly regulated nude charter to the MSC Splendida's Mediterranean storm diversion and Royal Caribbean's artist discovery program, discover how cruise lines are creating hyper-controlled micro-communities to compensate for losing control of the external environment.

Today we unpack two contrasting stories shaping the cruise industry. First, Carnival Cruise Line's fleet-wide IT meltdown during a planned maintenance update that knocked out embarkation systems, Wi-Fi, casinos, and apps across 11 ships, forcing staff to manually count passengers and delaying departures by up to 10 hours. Then we pivot to Disney Cruise Line's bold 2027 deployment plans, sending their flagship Disney Wish to Europe for the first time while orchestrating a global fleet shuffle across Florida, Alaska, and Singapore.

Today we peel back the polished surface of cruising to examine the massive industrial machine underneath. We explore three stories spanning the lifecycle of cruise ships: Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas facing emergency azipod repairs in Australia that forced a cancelled sailing and stranded thousands of passengers; Fred Olsen's Bolette completing a meticulous 16-day refit at Falmouth shipyard involving 350 workers and 40 apprentices; and China's Adora Magic City reaching the stunning milestone of one million passengers in just two years of service, backed by government policy driving a domestic cruise boom.

This episode peels back the curtain on the fragility of the modern cruise ecosystem through three revealing stories. First, a fleet-wide Carnival tech outage on February 8th brought boarding to a standstill at multiple homeports, delaying ships like the Celebration, Venezia, Spirit, and Pride past midnight as digital manifests failed and the Hub app went dark — forcing crew to revert to paper schedules and SMS blasts.Next, the Carnival Encounter faced scrutiny in Darwin, Australia, when the Maritime Union of Australia filed crew welfare complaints alleging wages as low as $2.50 an hour, pressure to work while sick, and foul drinking water. Australia's AMSA boarded and inspected the ship but found no deficiencies, while Carnival fired back accusing the union of using the inspection as a recruitment tactic — highlighting the ongoing tension between international maritime labor standards and Western expectations.Finally, the episode explores the arrival of the Disney Adventure in Singapore — a 208,000 gross ton mega-ship repurposed from a bankrupt Genting hull, now running portless three- and four-night cruises. With zero port calls, Disney captures 100% of onboard spending, raising the question of whether the industry is moving toward a future where the ship replaces the destination entirely.

This episode explores what happens when the carefully scripted cruise experience goes off the rails. First, Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas is overbooked for its February 2026 sailing out of Fort Lauderdale, prompting the cruise line to send voluntary cancellation emails offering full refunds plus a 50% future cruise credit — though the fine print on how "cruise fare" is calculated may surprise passengers expecting a windfall.Next, winter storms batter the Mid-Atlantic coast, delaying Carnival Pride's departure from Baltimore by five hours and forcing Norfolk's port to close entirely, stranding Carnival Sunshine passengers and slashing their vacation by a full day. The cascading chaos at the terminals reveals just how fragile the turnaround process can be when weather disrupts the schedule.Finally, the episode examines the sealed federal court hearing in Miami connected to the 2022 death of 18-year-old Anna Keppner aboard the Carnival Horizon. With the case involving a juvenile suspect in international waters, the intersection of maritime law, FBI jurisdiction, and juvenile privacy protections has kept the investigation shrouded in secrecy for nearly four years.

This episode spans the full spectrum of the cruise industry, from strategic shutdowns to tragic loss at sea. Alaskan Dream Cruises has officially ceased all operations after a review of long-term objectives, highlighting the brutal economics facing small ship operators squeezed between mega-carriers and luxury expedition brands. With just 223 berths across four US-flagged vessels, the fixed costs proved insurmountable against competitors with far greater scale and marketing power.On Norwegian Bliss, the Broadway musical Jersey Boys will officially end its run in February 2026 as NCL pivots away from expensive licensed productions toward rotating variety acts. The move reflects a fundamental rethinking of onboard entertainment ROI, freeing up crew berths and slashing licensing costs in favor of comedians, magicians, and smaller-cast shows.The episode also covers the tragic passing of legendary jazz clarinetist Ken Peplowski aboard Celebrity Summit during a Jazz Cruises charter sailing, plus key port developments including winter storm disruptions in Norfolk, a pulled dock deal in Haines, Alaska, and new homeporting strategies from Carnival and Holland America targeting drive-to markets.

This episode examines three developments that reveal how major cruise lines are asserting control over an increasingly complex industry. Norwegian Cruise Line's new NCL Air policy now mandates day-early arrival for all passengers booking through its air program — even on domestic flights — a direct response to the mounting unreliability of air travel that saw over 15,000 flight delays on the policy's launch day alone. The hosts break down the operational logic behind the change, the legal complexities of the Passenger Vessel Services Act that make missed embarkations nearly impossible to fix, and the hidden cost trap that could catch deal-savvy travelers off guard.The episode then travels to Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland, where Royal Caribbean's fourth Icon-class ship is taking shape with the installation of its signature 52-foot glass Pearl — a structure that's both stunning art piece and load-bearing engineering marvel. The hosts explore how the sphere's mounting system handles the ship's flex at sea and how modular cabin construction at offsite factories is revolutionizing shipbuilding quality and speed for vessels approaching 250,000 gross tons.Finally, MSC Cruises signals its serious North American ambitions with a $100 million, 130,000-square-foot headquarters in downtown Miami, strategically located near the Brightline high-speed rail station. The hosts discuss how this investment, projected to generate $300 million in annual economic impact, positions MSC to compete head-to-head with Royal Caribbean and Carnival in the world's most competitive cruise market.

This episode of Cruise News examines a fascinating split-screen moment in the cruise industry, where major ports are moving in completely opposite directions. The Port of Los Angeles has selected Pacific Cruise Terminals to build a next-generation outer harbor terminal designed for the biggest ships afloat, complete with shore power and a waterfront destination experience. The port set records in 2025 with 241 cruise calls and 1.6 million passengers.Meanwhile, the Port of New Orleans continues its remarkable consistency, topping 1 million cruise passenger movements for the ninth consecutive year. The city's unique position as the only US home port supporting both ocean and river cruises gives it a distinctive edge.On the other side of the Atlantic, Amsterdam is weighing a dramatic proposal to ban ocean-going cruise ships entirely by 2035. City officials have calculated that eliminating ships is actually cheaper than relocating the terminal, while improving livability. The episode explores what this growing European pushback means for the future of city-center cruising.

In this episode of Cruise News, we take a comprehensive look at the cruise industry's busiest night of the year: New Year's Eve 2025/2026. In Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Bay, seven massive cruise ships anchored offshore with over 25,500 passengers and crew celebrating the holiday. Meanwhile, Funchal in Madeira hosted an even larger gathering of 12 ships from European cruise lines, creating a floating population of 30,000 people.The episode also covers important maiden calls in St. Martin, where both the massive Sun Princess and the boutique luxury Allura made their first port visits on New Year's Day. However, tragedy struck aboard Holland America Line's Nieuw Statendam in the early hours of January 1st, leading to an eight-hour search and rescue operation involving the U.S. Coast Guard.From fireworks spectacles to maritime emergencies, this episode balances the remarkable logistical achievements of the cruise industry with the humbling reality that no amount of planning can guarantee control over every variable at sea.

Hurricane Melissa forced Disney Cruise Line to reroute the Disney Treasure and Disney Wish away from the Eastern Caribbean, while a Viking Star crew member went overboard in the Mediterranean during a transit between Crete and Sicily. Meanwhile, a viral TikTok video shows teenagers climbing outside balcony railings on Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas. From Category 5 storms scrambling itineraries industry-wide to the grim statistics on overboard survival rates, this episode examines how quickly safety conditions can shift at sea and why respecting the maritime environment matters more than ever.Stories covered:Disney Cruise Line reroutes Treasure and Wish around Hurricane Melissa- Viking Star crew member overboard in Mediterranean, search ongoing- Viral TikTok shows teens climbing between cruise ship balconiesVisit CruiseNews.io for the full stories and to sign up for email alerts.

Carnival Cruise Line makes big moves in Australia and New Zealand, quietly raises Wi-Fi prices, and Royal Caribbean shakes up loyalty across its brands.From new homeports to higher onboard costs and cross-brand points, here's what cruisers need to know right now.Carnival is expanding its presence Down Under with new seasonal homeports in Adelaide and Auckland for the 2027–2028 season, adding more ships, more destinations, and new itinerary options across Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. At the same time, the line has quietly increased pre-purchase Wi-Fi prices across all plans, with some guests already seeing higher rates for future sailings.We also break down Royal Caribbean Group's upcoming Points Choice program, which will let cruisers use loyalty points across Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea. It's a notable shift in cruise loyalty strategy as Carnival prepares its own rewards overhaul.

First, we look at the float-out of Magellan Discoverer, a new expedition cruise ship built by ASENAV in Chile for Antarctica21. Designed for fly-cruise operations to Antarctica, the Polar Class 6 vessel features hybrid-electric propulsion, battery energy storage, and reduced noise and emissions. We also touch on SELAR's Captain Arctic, another low-impact expedition ship aiming for near-zero emissions when it launches in 2027.Next, Norwegian Cruise Line begins preparing guests for a new Hawaii Transient Accommodations Tax starting in 2026. The tax, applied to cruise fares based on time spent in Hawaiian ports, could add hundreds of dollars per passenger on some itineraries. We break down how the tax is calculated, why Pride of America is most affected, and why the cruise industry is legally challenging the measure.Finally, luxury residential ship The World earns the Best Ship Wine List award for the 11th consecutive year. We explore what sets its wine program apart, including a 15,000-bottle cellar, global sourcing, a new private-label Bordeaux, and the appointment of a new beverage manager with deep cruise industry experience.

Princess Cruises has been named home to the world's best cruise ship dining, highlighting how onboard culinary programs are becoming a key differentiator in the cruise industry. At the same time, Adora Cruises is rapidly expanding in China toward a one-million-passenger milestone, while Royal Caribbean's Star of the Seas is being used as a high-tech test platform for next-generation energy efficiency and sustainable propulsion.In this episode of Cruise News, we break down what these developments reveal about where the global cruise industry is heading, from premium guest experiences to regional market growth and environmental innovation.We begin with Princess Cruises, which has received international recognition after the Royal Princess was named the world's best cruise ship for dining. The honor reflects the increasing importance of culinary quality as cruise lines compete beyond ship size and itinerary alone.Next, we turn to Adora Cruises, which is accelerating its growth in China through domestically built ships and localized supply chains. The line is approaching a major passenger milestone and strengthening China's position as a self-contained cruise market.Finally, we look at Royal Caribbean and the debut of Star of the Seas, a vessel designed not only for guests but also as a floating laboratory for testing energy-saving systems and future propulsion technologies.Together, these stories show how cruise lines are investing in premium experiences, regional expansion, and long-term sustainability to shape the next phase of cruising.

In this episode of Cruise Industry News, we cover three major developments shaping the future of cruising, from cleaner ship technology to expanded deployment plans in key U.S. regions.First, we look at how Aurora Expeditions is pushing sustainability forward with new environmental protections aboard its latest polar vessel. The company is installing microfiber filtration systems to reduce ocean pollution, alongside AI-assisted navigation designed to improve safety in remote and ice-prone waters. These upgrades reflect a growing focus on responsible expedition cruising as polar travel continues to expand.Next, we turn to the U.S. Gulf Coast, where Carnival Cruise Line has announced plans to return to year-round cruising from Mobile, Alabama beginning in 2027. The move includes deploying a larger ship and offering a broader mix of itineraries, a shift expected to significantly boost regional tourism and economic activity while restoring Mobile's role as a full-time cruise homeport.Finally, we break down Royal Caribbean's expanded 2027 Alaska cruise program. The line plans to deploy four ships to the region, increasing capacity and offering more combined cruise and land-based experiences. The move underscores continued demand for Alaska itineraries and signals confidence in long-term growth for the destination.Together, these stories highlight how cruise lines are investing in cleaner technology, strengthening regional port strategies, and expanding destination capacity as the industry looks ahead to the next decade.

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 )