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Cruise Guests Stranded in Canada By Rockslide Reunite With Ships

It wouldn’t be all that crazy for nervous travelers to feel anxious about something going wrong at sea, such as the ship sinking or...

Nassau Cruise Port Celebrates Inaugural Visit of Utopia of the Seas

Over 26,000 cruise passengers from six ships participated in Utopia of the Seas’ inaugural visit in Nassau.

Venice Plans to Double Tourist Tax After Successful Summer Trial

Venice officials are considering doubling the daily tourist tax, known as the Venice Access Fee, to €10 after a trial period generated significant revenue.

Barcelona Seeks Tourist Tax Increase for Cruise Visitors

New measures to reduce tourism overcrowding and generate funds is being initiated in Barcelona with a tourist tax for cruise visitors.

Huge New Zealand Fees May Drive Down Cruise Traffic

A dramatic fee increase in New Zealand may make it harder and much more expensive for cruise ships to visit later this year.

Barcelona Closes Out First Half Of 2024 With Record Number Of Ship Calls

Barcelona, Spain, has seen a major increase in cruise guests in 2024 so far, with cruise ships accounting for 83% of all maritime traffic.

Family Left Behind During Alaskan Cruise, Then Charged Thousands

A large family didn’t make it back to their Norwegian Cruise Line ship in time after a mix-up with the local tour operator in Ketchikan.

Cruise Lines May Boycott Spanish Ports Amid Anti-Tourism Protests

Rising protests and violent attitudes towards tourists in Spain prompt cruise lines to consider alternative destinations.

UK Port Sees Revenue Boost as Cruise Ship Arrivals Double

Plymouth in the UK sees huge financial boost thanks to an increase in cruise ship arrivals, with double bookings.

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