Doug Parker

Celebrity Cruises has officially launched operations at Port Canaveral with the Celebrity Equinox, marking a milestone as the first Celebrity ship to homeport at the Central Florida port. (Photo courtesy of Port Canaveral) The 2,850-passenger Solstice-class vessel arrived on Tuesday, after completing a 12-day transatlantic crossing from Portugal. The Equinox is now the 15th cruise ship to call Port Canaveral home, joining vessels from Carnival, Disney, MSC, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean, and the newly added Princess Cruises. The ship embarked on its inaugural voyage from the port—a four-night Bahamas getaway to Bimini and Nassau—before beginning a schedule of seven-night Eastern and

As the Sun Princess sails its Caribbean winter season, passengers may notice several changes compared to its European debut earlier in 2024.

MSC Cruises was forced to cancel two voyages of the MSC Bellissima after the ship encountered engine and navigation issues. (Photo courtesy of MSC Cruises) The mechanical failure left approximately 1,880 Taiwanese and other cruise passengers stranded in Okinawa while disrupting the ship’s planned itineraries. The 171,598-gross-ton vessel had been scheduled to depart from Keelung, Taiwan, on December 6, 2024, for a four-night cruise. It was to make stops in Ishigaki and Miyakojima, Japan, and return to Keelung. Passengers awoke on December 7 to find the ship still docked in Naha, Japan. A series of cancellations Initially, passengers were informed

Decorating for the holidays can be overwhelming for any household. However, Carnival Cruise Line enhances the holiday spirit by transforming 27 cruise ships into floating showcases in just a few hours. Over 425,000 guests and crew members enjoy this festive transformation annually.

In 2024, the cruise industry witnessed 16 confirmed man overboard incidents, showing the rare but sobering reality of accidents at sea. These tragic events, which occurred on various cruise lines and locations worldwide, involved both passengers and crew members, with outcomes ranging from miraculous rescues to heartbreaking losses. Here's a breakdown of the 16 man overboard incidents by cruise line in 2024: Cruise LineNumber of Incidents in 2024MSC Cruises6Royal Caribbean4Carnival Cruise Line1Norwegian Cruise Line1P&O Cruises1Ambassador Cruise Line1Holland America Line1Princess Cruises1 Below is the outline of each man overboard incident from January to December 2024. In 2023, the industry experienced 17

Did you know the cleanest cruise ships are subject to rigorous, unannounced inspections under the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) to ensure they meet strict health and safety standards?

With its vast landscapes and diverse terrains, China is a dream destination for adventure enthusiasts and cruise passengers. From towering mountains to dense forests, the country offers countless activities for thrill-seekers looking to push their limits.

A Royal Caribbean cruise turned chaotic just an hour after departing San Pedro, California, when an allegedly drunk passenger caused a violent scene aboard Navigator of the Seas, leaving passengers and crew scrambling for safety. (Photo courtesy of Royal Caribbean) Christopher Mikhail, who was celebrating his and his wife’s birthdays and anniversary with family and friends, said the incident began shortly after the ship set sail for Ensenada, Mexico, over the weekend. “The gentleman that was drunk said he was going to kill us,” Mikhail told reporters. “He started chasing us down the hallway.” Cell phone video captured the shirtless

A Royal Caribbean cruise ship en route to Mexico turned tragic after a passenger, 35-year-old Michael Virgil, passed away following a chaotic incident aboard the Navigator of the Seas. The altercation occurred just an hour after the ship departed from San Pedro, California, on its way to Ensenada, and involved threats, violence, and attempts to subdue the unruly man. Incident Details Passengers reported that Michael Virgil, who was reportedly intoxicated, became violent shortly after boarding. Witnesses, including passenger Christopher Mikhail, described how Virgil began yelling racial slurs, threatening passengers and crew, and attempting to break down doors. https://www.youtube/watch?v=tAm-G8UNnZs 'The gentleman

Carnival Corporation remains optimistic about 2025 bookings after reporting record-breaking financial results for 2024. However, during the Q&A session of its year-end earnings call this morning, company leaders addressed potential hurdles, including Mexico’s proposed passenger tax and commission trends.