The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has named Tim Klauda as senior vice president, customer experience, effective March 30, 2026.   Working in a newly created role, he will lead the evolution of the guest experience across the fleet, reporting to Ernesto Fara, president and CEO.  According to a press release, Klauda brings more than two decades of leadership positions at the intersection of product, design and guest experience.  Most recently, he served as vice president of global products at McDonald’s, working at advancing crew experience...

Carnival Cruise Line has donated more than 1,000 towels to children learning to swim in Vanuatu, the company said in a statement.  Since this island nation has the world’s fourth‑highest drowning rate, the cruise line is providing funding for swimming lessons through the guest-funded Pacific Partnerships program. “Carnival guests love visiting Vanuatu, and this towel donation is one way we can give back to...

Celestyal has cancelled all April 2026 sailings due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East.  The cruise line said in a press release that its ships are currently positioned in the Arabian Gulf – the Celestyal Discovery in Dubai, UAE, and the Celestyal Journey in Doha, Qatar – as they wait to reposition to Athens, Greece.  “Our priority remains the safety and confidence of...

All accommodations on Atlas Ocean Voyages vessels are being reclassified under a unified suite nomenclature starting April 2, 2026.  The reclassification ensures consistency across all accommodations, the cruise line said in a statement.  “At Atlas, this is not about changing a name, it’s about aligning our language with the experience we deliver every day,” said James A. Rodriguez, president and CEO of Atlas...

Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 arrived in Singapore after completing a six-day voyage from Hong Kong and Vietnam during her 108-night World Voyage. Over 900 guests sailing her full World Voyage were invited to a Gala Event at the Roselle–Simpor Ballroom during her overnight stop in Singapore on March 27, the cruise line said in a...

Royal Caribbean International has revealed the first details of its fourth Icon-class ship: the Hero of the Seas. According to a press release, the ship will enter service in August 2027, offering cruises departing from Miami. Royal Caribbean said that the vessel combines “beach retreats, resort escapes and theme park thrills,” raising the bar with...

Riviera Travel has kicked off its 2026 river cruise season in which just under 200 departures are planned, the cruise line said in a statement. A new Radiance-class vessel, increased solo departures and enhancements designed to make the experience more accessible to North American travelers are set to mark the season. “After doubling our passenger...

The Port of Auckland launched the city’s new international cruise terminal on March 27, according to a statement. Set to open in early 2027, the Te Waharoa terminal is part of a wider $200 million investment by the Port of Auckland. A new big ship wharf at Bledisloe North will be developed as part of...

The Port of Dover’s 2026 cruise season is starting on April 1, with the Viking Vela visiting for the first of 115 cruise calls. Marking the 30th anniversary year of cruising in Dover, this season is expected to see a fifth consecutive year of growth, the port said in a press release. Around 200,000 cruise...

Mein Schiff is bringing dance and reading-themed cruises onboard Mein Schiff 2, 3 and 6 in 2026, TUI Cruises said in a statement. Dance Cruise Professional dancer Christian Polanc and other professionals and trainers will work with guests on Mein Schiff 6 sailing between Las Palmas and Cape Town in the fall of 2026. Polanc,...

Casablanca Cruise Port, operated by Global Ports Holding (GPH), has handled its first-ever triple ship call. The call brought together the Seven Seas Voyager, Azamara Journey and La Belle des Océans, the port said in a press release. The milestone was commemorated with plaque exchange ceremonies onboard, with Ouadii Bouchana, general manager of Casablanca Cruise...

Holland America Line is partnering with Jefferson’s Bourbon to age whiskey at sea across its fleet, the cruise line said in a press release. Announced on International Whiskey Day, March 27, this marks the distillery’s first partnership with a cruise line for its Ocean Aged at Sea Bourbon series, following 35 bottled voyages on cargo...