Created by Cruise Fever MSC Cruises has announced that they will offer year-round cruises to the Southern Caribbean for the 2026-2027 season. This will be the first time where the cruise line has offered Southern Caribbean cruises in the summer and they will also have two ships sailing to the region in the winter months....

Created by Cruise Fever A major change is happening at the top of Royal Caribbean Group, and it’s come as a surprise to some. After leading the company since 1988, Richard Fain, the long-time Chairman of the Board of Directors, will step down from his role in the fall of 2025. But he’s not leaving...

Created by Cruise Fever You might have heard some rumors lately that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) had slowed its cruise ship inspections, perhaps due to budget cuts.   In fact, some outlets were reporting that the CDC had stopped cruise ship inspections altogether. But a closer look at the CDC’s own Vessel...

Created by Cruise Fever A cruise ship will sail its last cruise in 2026 after sailing with the same cruise line for the past 35 years. MITSUI OCEAN CRUISES has announced that the their 422-passenger NIPPON MARU will retire in 2026 after sailing with them for the past 35 years. The cruise ship has sailed...

Created by Cruise Fever Royal Caribbean has announced that Diana Ross will serve as godmother to their next new cruise ship, Star of the Seas. Star of the Seas will debut in August 2025 and offer cruises to the Caribbean from Port Canaveral. The christening of the ship by Diana Ross is a maritime tradition...

Created by Cruise Fever This past weekend, I saved nearly $1,000 off a four-night stay at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas thanks to my loyalty status with Royal Caribbean. Here is how I did it. Royal Caribbean and MGM offer a unique partnership that includes status matching and perks when you stay at one of...

Created by Cruise Fever There’s no destination wedding like a cruise wedding.  And planning for one combines the honeymoon and ceremony in one lump sum.  But according to a social media post and a few dozen comments from experienced cruisers, there’s a few things people don’t realize about getting married on a ship. These special...

Created by Cruise Fever When a new cruise ship debuts in early 2026, it will have an extendable deck right on the water that will create a one-of-a-kind experience for guests on board. The vessel will also offer Limo Tenders for unforgettable experiences. Marina Days Four Seasons Yachts will offer designated Marina Days when their...

Created by Cruise Fever Dramatic video from Italy shows a mooring post (or bollard) snapping off and hitting the side Norwegian Epic as the ship was pushed by strong winds while docked today. This chaotic scene unfolded when the cruise ship broke free from its dock in Catania, injuring two passengers and delaying the ship’s...

Created by Cruise Fever A cruise line has launched a new promotion where they are giving out free flights to Tahiti if you book a cruise and hotel package. From now through July 31, 2025, Windstar Cruises is offering free airfare on select cruises to the French Polynesia. Three of the cruise line’s signature Tahiti...