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Couples can embark on a ‘spicy’ cruise for £976 per person

The adults-only sailings include a 24/7 ‘playroom’ and clothing-optional areas

The Independent UK

Entertainment lineup revealed for Cunard’s transatlantic cruises

Musical theatre singalongs and performances of a Royal Shakespeare Company play are among the highlights

The Independent UK

Major cruise lines cancel next winter’s sailings amid Iran war

Holiday companies are taking extra precautions with Middle East travel

The Independent UK

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The best world cruises for sailing around the globe

With voyages ranging from 90 to almost 200 days, a world cruise can be a great way to tick off numerous continents

The Independent UK

Explora Journeys becomes latest cruise line to be impacted by Middle East war

A number of cruise ships have been stranded in the Middle East for the last few weeks due to the ongoing conflict.

Euronews

I live in Malta but exploring it on a cruise revealed a totally different side to the archipelago

Despite being a local, it wasn’t until Ally Wybrew took a cruise around the Maltese islands that she truly appreciated the magnitude of their history and natural beauty

The Independent UK

Ambassador cruise line reveals new country music sailing for 2027

Sailors should get their denim and diamonds ready for a new Nashville Nights-themed cruise

The Independent UK

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World’s first hydrogen-powered cruise ship floats out

Viking Cruises has taken a big step in the race for environmentally-friendly sailings

The Independent UK

Travelers frustrated as Royal Caribbean cancels summer cruises

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The Independent UK

Royal Caribbean suddenly cuts 20 cruises just days after Carnival canceled 11 sailings, report says

Royal Caribbean canceled cruises scheduled for next year, while Carnival’s cancellations affected sailings set for the fall

The Independent UK

Popular cruise line under fire for quietly raising onboard charges

Princess Cruises has raised both its ‘crew appreciation’ charge and service charges for food and drink

The Independent UK

Picasso, Warhol and a Fabergé egg: How floating art became a staple on luxury cruises

From Picasso paintings brightening up the deck to workshops with renowned contemporary artists, here’s how cruising is going creative.

Euronews

From coeliac to vegan, the best cruises for special dietary needs

Some cruise lines and tour operators offer sailings dedicated to specific dietary needs

The Independent UK

Revealed: The world’s cleanest cruise ships

Vessels travelling through the US are investigated by the Centers for Disease Control twice a year

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Behind the scenes as Explora Journeys develops three new luxury cruise ships

The fleet is getting close to completion, giving passengers a greater choice of vessel

Euronews

Celestyal cancels all April cruises with ships still stuck in the Middle East

The cruise line is unable to reposition its vessels from the Gulf region, while MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys revise winter 2026-2027 schedules.

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Cruise Lines Are Raising Single-Supplement Fees—Here’s How to Avoid Them

Cruising alone can be an incredible experience. You get to explore new destinations, enjoy onboard entertainment, and travel on your own schedule without worrying about anyone else’s itinerary. Unfortunately, many solo travelers quickly discover an unexpected expense known as the single supplement fee. Because most cruise cabins are priced assuming…

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Royal Caribbean Cruises Stock: Is RCL Outperforming the Consumer Cyclical Sector?

Royal Caribbean Cruises has outperformed the consumer cyclical sector over the past year, and analysts remain moderately optimistic about the stock’s outlook.

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The Independent UK

Celestyal cancels Greek island cruises amid Iran war

Passengers booked onto the Aegean sailings can claim a refund or credit

The Independent UK

‘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 Conversation

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 Independent UK

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

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