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‘I was told the ocean was not for women’: The female captains making waves at sea

Cruise editor Marc Shoffman talks to the women making vital changes to the industry

The Independent UK

First look at revamped Celebrity Solstice cruise ship

The 18-year-old ship has returned to the water in Singapore after a 46-day refurbishment

The Independent UK

Celestyal Arabian Gulf cruise season ends early amid Iran conflict

Sailings in the Middle East have been cancelled since the outbreak of war

The Independent UK

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Warships as diplomats: how the South African Navy is tasked with building ties with other nations

A naval exercise off the South African coast in January 2026, dubbed Will for Peace and involving the warships of South Africa, China, Russia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Iran, elicited international and domestic controversy. It also contributed to a further souring of relations between South Africa and the…

The Conversation

Your rights as Middle East cruises disrupted by US-Iran war

Thousands of passengers remain on their ships in the Gulf

The Independent UK

How Celestyal changed my mind about winter sun cruises for families

Between dolphin sightings and desert Jeep tours, Marc Shoffman and family make unforgettable half-term memories on a cruise in the Arabian Gulf

The Independent UK

MSC Cruises reveals 2026 entertainment lineup including robot dogs

Updated live entertainment and game shows are also launching this year

The Independent UK

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Everything we know about the Mandarin Oriental’s luxury Nile river cruises

The offering will be launched in partnership with travel brand the Garranah Group

The Independent UK

Four new cruise ships are coming to Norwegian, Oceania and Regent Seven Seas – details revealed

Passengers are set to benefit from growing choice of family-focused and luxury cruise ships

The Independent UK

Viking unveils new Mississippi River cruise routes including bourbon tastings and visits to Graceland

Viking Cruises now has a choice of six routes along the Mississippi River

The Independent UK

Guests can learn how to spot whales on MSC Cruises’ debut Alaska sailings

A whale spotting expert will be available onboard during MSC Cruises’ debut Alaska season

The Independent UK

2026 European cruise travel trends: Smaller ships, cultural exchanges and F1

Europe’s cruise sector is ushering in a new era as it adapts to overtourism pressures and shifting traveller priorities.

Euronews

‘Everyone was clapping, I felt like a movie star’: What it’s like to get married on a cruise ship

Cruise editor Marc Shoffman hears from a couple who fell in love and got married at sea – and reveals how you can tie the knot on the water

The Independent UK

First look at new Emerald Astra luxury river cruise ship

The interior will include art installations in partnership with leading European galleries

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The Independent UK

Everything you need to know about Oceania’s new ship Allura

The luxury cruise line's eighth ship promises high-end dining and impressive design – James Litston boards at Miami to find out if it lives up to the hype

The Independent UK

New Amadeus River Cruises sailing includes Andre Rieu concert

The “King of the Waltz” will perform with his Johann Strauss orchestra

Barchart

Are Wall Street Analysts Bullish on Royal Caribbean Cruises Stock?

While Royal Caribbean Cruises' has outpaced the broader market over the past year, Wall Street analysts maintain a cautiously optimistic outlook on the stock’s prospects.

The Independent UK

Revealed: The optimum number of cruises per year for most passengers

The survey also found that half of first-time sailors are planning a second trip

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Evening Standard

Tui cheers ‘best start’ to year amid strong demand for cruises

Tui said guest numbers lifted by 2.2% to 7.1 million compared with a year earlier, with packaged trips increasing by 8% year-on-year.

The Independent UK

Artwork revealed for new MSC World Asia cruise ship including a giant dragon

MSC Cruises’ latest ship will be full of interesting Asia-inspired artwork

The Independent UK

What to expect on Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, Sonata

The new class is set to hit the water next year

The Independent UK

Emma Raducanu cruises into Transylvania Open semi-finals with straight sets win

Oleksandra Oliynykova awaits the Briton, with a place in the final at stake.

Marie Claire

Ambassador Cruise Line discount codes - in February 2026

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The Independent UK

Celestyal unveils 2026 Arabian Gulf F1 cruises

F1 fans can get a front seat at the Abu Dhabi and Qatar Grand Prix

The Independent UK

MSC Cruises is bringing its luxury Yacht Club to two more ships

The Italian cruise brand’s ‘ship within a ship’ Yacht Club is now available on more vessels

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