Royal Caribbean Announces Utopia of Seas Update
Today, Royal Caribbean has announced that its newest ship Utopia of the Seas has floated for the first time. This milestone makes the Oasis Class ship one step closer to being ready for its July 2024 debut. With features such as the longest dry sea slide, The Ultimate Abyss, and more than 40 w
Hurtigruten Expeditions Shares New Covid-19 Protocols
Guests traveling with Hurtigruten Expeditions to Antarctica in 2022 and 2023 should be aware of the changes to the cruise line’s COVID-19 protocols. “Our updated protocols will more closely align with land-based travel options and the current environment across our destinations. We will
Carnival Extends Cruise Stoppage Until May
Carnival Cruise Line made a disappointing, but not altogether stunning announcement today that they would extend the halt on all cruises across their fleet through May 11. Carnival Corporation, the largest cruise conglomerate in the world, owns and operates a number of prominent cruise brands includ
Cruise Industry Executives Offer Encouraging Words
It hasn’t always been smooth sailing for the cruise industry, but it’s safe to say that the current outbreak of Covid-19 is the most difficult challenge cruise lines have ever faced. Last week saw every major cruise line, their sub-brands and other small ship lines included, halt operation for a
