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Hefty Blow for Cruise Lines as US Supreme Court Decides Over $440M Cuba Case

Four major cruise lines may be liable for over $400 million in fines as the US Supreme Court overturns their appeal about cruises to Cuba.

Barcelona to Double Tax on Cruise Ship Passengers in the Coming Months

Barcelona's mayor is seeking to double taxes on cruise ship passengers visiting the city for the day. Will your sailing be impacted?

Seward Cruise Terminal Opening Delayed After Inspection Uncovers Issues

Seward’s upgraded cruise port needs to make some final fixes before welcoming cruise ships, which has led to a short delay before opening.

Bar Harbor’s Cruise Ban Partially Overturned in Major Court Ruling

US District Court Judge Lance Walker determined that Bar Harbor’s daily cruise guest limit is unconstitutional outside of July and August.

Port Gas Scare Forces Evacuation and Delays Ahead of Southampton Sailing

A gas leak near Southampton’s dock gates forced evacuations, shut down roads, and disrupted operations just as passengers prepared to sail.

Dover Makes History With First-Ever Four-Ship Cruise Day

Dover Cruise Port marked its busiest day ever as four ships arrived simultaneously in Kent on May 8, 2026.

MSC Has Its Sights on Expanding Grand Turk for Bigger Cruise Traffic

Turks and Caicos officials are moving ahead with a major redevelopment plan for Grand Turk that aims to increase cruise capacity on the island.

Cruisers Who Booked Juneau’s Tram Will Get Full Refunds After Extended Closure

Juneau’s Goldbelt Tram, which had to close after a recent accident, has extended its temporary closure into the peak Alaska cruise season.

Temporary Alcohol Ban Throws a Wrench into Bahamas Cruises

Several cruise ships and cruise line-owned private islands will be impacted by the Bahamas' temporary alcohol ban on election day.

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