Carnival Explains Emergency Contact Procedure – Just in Case

Carnival Cruise Line will help out guests when family emergencies happen back home, but how will travelers find out?

Oceania Cruises Reveals Sonata Class as New-Build’s First Steel Is Cut

Oceania Sonata is revealed as the first steel is cut for the new class luxury vessel at the Fincantieri shipyard.

Despite Pirate Worries, Carnival Will Always Rescue Refugees

A concerned Carnival guest wrote to Brand Ambassador John Heald about accidentally rescuing pirates when offering aid at sea.

MSC Orchestra Experiences Issue at Sea, Following Cruise Cancelled

MSC Orchestra had a brief fire followed by an extended power outage, and the next cruise may be in jeopardy as repairs are made.

Gangway Collapses on Holland America Ship as Mooring Lines Snap

Holland America Line's Westerdam snapped her mooring lines in Alaska over the weekend, the third such incident in recent days.

Carnival Clarifies a New Type of Prohibited Fan in Certain Venues

Handheld fans are now banned from certain spaces on Carnival cruise ships, but which types of fans aren't permitted, and why not?

Celebrity Xcel to Sail President’s Cruise in 2026

The annual loyalty sailing will travel from Athens to Barcelona with stops in Greece, Turkey, and Malta with special events led by Celebrity’s president.

How to Get a Good Deal on Your Next Cruise

Cruises are expanding, and more people than ever are booking, so how can you get that great deal for your next cruise?

Carnival’s ‘Sold Out’ Dining for 2026 Isn’t Actually Sold Out

Guests booking 2026 cruises on Carnival Cruise Line are getting error messages for specialty dining, but Carnival confirms reservations haven’t opened yet.

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