Category Cruise, Events,

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett departed the island this morning for Miami, Florida, to lead Jamaica’s delegation at Seatrade Cruise Global 2024, the cruise industry’s premier annual event. The conference, which runs from April 8-11, is expected to draw over 10,000 attendees and more than 600 exhibitors. It serves as a critical platform for stakeholders to engage on the most pressing issues and advancements shaping the cruise tourism sub-sector.

Carnival Cruise Line today revealed details for Paradise Plaza and Calypso Lagoon, two of the five portals at its new Celebration Key™ cruise destination on Grand Bahama set to debut in July 2025.

MSC Cruises, the world’s third largest cruise line, announced today that it will host the naming ceremony for its newest flagship—MSC World America—on the evening of April 9, 2025 at the company’s new PortMiami terminal.

Holland America Line is set to sail one of its most ambitious Grand World Voyages in 2026. The meticulously planned 132-day cruise will span all seven continents, including a special four-day Antarctic Experience. Details were announced today by President Gus Antorcha to 2024 Grand World Voyage guests aboard Zuiderdam, which is currently sailing in between Okinawa and Tokyo.

Cunard is proud to continue their partnership with the Royal Canadian Geographical Society and announces an extensive speaker line-up for the Alaska 2024 season, showcasing an RCGS speaker on every Alaska voyage starting June 21.

Carnival Cruise Line announced today that global music superstar Gwen Stefani will be honored as the godmother of Carnival’s new flagship, Carnival Jubilee, at a naming ceremony and celebration in Galveston, Texas on Saturday, Feb. 24.

Royal Caribbean International has become the Official Jersey Partner of Inter Miami CF, one of the Major League Soccer (MLS) teams. Starting from the 2024 season, Royal Caribbean’s logo will feature prominently on Inter Miami’s jerseys.

Royal Caribbean International, a leader in the cruise industry, has teamed up with the Eurovision Song Contest as an Official Partner for 2024 and 2025. This exciting collaboration will kick off with the 68th Eurovision Song Contest scheduled for May 2024 in Malmö, Sweden.

Silversea marked a momentous occasion in Fort Lauderdale as they officially named Silver Nova during a heartfelt ceremony. The ultra-luxury cruise ship, celebrated as the most environmentally conscious, strengthens Royal Caribbean Group’s commitment to delivering exceptional vacations responsibly.

During the three-day industry event Cruise Saudi shared its pioneering journey so far, as well as the company’s bold ambitions for the future