Crystal Endeavor. Credit: AmWasser / CC BY-SA 3.0
Mega ships are a work of art. There’s something really exciting to know about cruise ships from design to innovative features, and cruisers love to check out latest cruise ships. Here are some of the best new ocean-going cruise vessels debuting in 2020. Continue reading
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The newly formed Global Cruise Activist Network launched its website and convened a virtual press conference recently. Continue reading
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Greece, with its dry Mediterranean climate, is ideal for chartering during non-winter months (April to November). It’s where International Yachting Company (IYC) first began, and guests can grab the opportunity to explore the magnificent islands and 9,000 miles of coastline. With its gorgeous anchorages, travellers would love to access the tucked-away coves by boat. Continue reading
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Cruise fans may never find some of their favourite cruise ships with some of them ready to be laid-up, sold or scrapped. Cruise departures worldwide halted due to the global COVID-19 pandemic concerns. With no quick comeback for cruising in the cards, some of the big players in the industry may permanently retire parts of their fleets. Continue reading
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Carnival Corp. (NYSE: CCL) reported a preliminary quarterly loss of $4.4 billion (£3.6 billion). With the COVID-19 pandemic idling ships, the cruise operator warned that it could breach a loan agreement in a prolonged sailing pause. Continue reading
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Travel and tourism have taken one of the biggest hits since the economy has taken an impact during the coronavirus pandemic. Continue reading
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The global coronavirus pandemic has severely affected the cruise industry. It could be months before cruise ships start sailing again. While industry experts are predicting vessels to return to oceans by June, potential passengers can expect things to look a lot different when cruise lines finally resume. Here are some fundamental changes that cruise vessels may exercise as they return to the oceans. Continue reading
Celebrity Eclipse cruise ship. Credit: MrDerails / CC BY-SA 3.0
As countries try to secure their borders in the face of the global Covid-19 pandemic, several cruise ships are stranded at sea. The cruise lines are struggling to find a place to dock, with many countries denying a permit to disembark. Continue reading
The number of novel coronavirus cases has been on the rise worldwide since December 2019. The deadly coronavirus outbreak began in China and has been surging, which is proving damaging to various industries like aviation and cruise lines. Continue reading
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Cruise ships are often compared to floating cities and have gained increased popularity in the past few decades. With the cruise industry transporting over 30 million passengers in 2019, the industry is expected to grow with new state-of-the-art ships bringing in more leisure opportunities. However, the environmental impact of the ships and other safety concerns have started raising eyebrows. Continue reading