Costa Fortuna Becomes the Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber

The former Costa Fortuna is already sailing as the Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber, according to AIS system data. After completing its final sailing for Costa Cruises earlier this month, the 2003-built vessel is cur…

Genting Dream Enters Drydock in Singapore

The Genting Dream is undergoing drydocking in Singapore, having arrived at the Seatrium Tuas Shipyard on September 6, 2026. As the largest ship in StarDream Cruises’ fleet, the 2016-built vessel offers year-round it…

Norwegian Jewel Now Sailing to Canada/NE from Philadelphia

Norwegian Cruise Line is now offering Canada and New England cruises from its new homeport in Philadelphia. After completing a series of seven-night cruises to Bermuda, the Norwegian Jewel kicked off its fall deployme…

Loews Hotels & Co Launches Active Stays by Loews Hotels

Loews Hotels launches Active Stays, a portfolio-wide wellness program with in-room workouts, destination movement experiences, and recovery options, rolling out across all U.S. properties from September 9.

Skift Global Forum Preview: What Happens After the Booking? Spotnana CEO Has a Number

The industry pours its attention into search and booking. Steve Singh thinks the money is in what happens after.

Vasco da Gama: Additional Fuel Surcharge for Upcoming World Cruise

Nicko Cruises has informed guests that a fuel surcharge of €10 per person per night will apply to all segments of the Vasco da Gama’s 193-day 2026-27 world cruise. The company said affected guests will receive a r…

Hurtigruten Offers Members Double Discount During Loyalty Month

Hurtigruten launched its annual Loyalty Month on September 15, 2026, with extra discounts for members of its 1893 Ambassador loyalty program. “We want to ensure that our highly valued 1893 Ambassador members always…

Ambassador Launches Second-Ever TV Advertising Campaign

Ambassador Cruise Line will launch its second-ever TV advertising campaign on Wednesday, September 16, focusing on the moments, experiences and human connections that make a holiday at sea special. The launch comes mo…

Lindblad Offers Air Credit On 2027 Expeditions

National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has offered travelers an air credit of up to $2,000 per person on select 2027 expeditions. The offer applies to qualifying bookings made between September 15 and November 4, 20…

Carnival Freedom Gets New Funnel in Drydock

The Carnival Freedom is getting a new funnel during its routine drydock in France, according to an update published by Carnival Cruise Line. In a social media post, the company shared a behind-the-scenes look at the n…