In a shock announcement, Carnival Corporation has revealed plans to redeploy Cunard’s Queen Anne to P&O Cruises in 2029, while simultaneously moving P&O’s Arcadia over to Holland America Line. Where does this leave Cunard’s iconic fleet? For now, Carnival’s official statement maintains that this move keeps the Cunard brand consistent. Queen Anne, introduced as a… Read More What next for Cunard after Queen Anne?
As of 2025, 14 notable cruise ships are out of service worldwide. Many, like Aegean Majesty and Astoria, face uncertain futures, with some potentially scrapped. Innovative ideas, such as repurposing Funchal or the new Brilliant Lady, highlight the industry’s challenges and evolving landscape in the aftermath of the pandemic.… Read More 2025’s Laid-Up Cruise Ships
Genting Hong Kong, the owner of Star Cruises and Crystal Cruises as well as a significant shareholder in NCL Holdings has acquired a stake in German Shipyard Lloyd Werft.
I’m bound to be a fan of Liverpool, I currently live here, and have done for several years. With that world class waterfront, culture, museums, public events, low cost of living – I think its perfect. Crystal Cruises, under the new ownership of Genting Hong Kong, is pursuing a huge expansion plan. This will involve the… Read More Why Liverpool is perfect for Crystal Cruises new office…
Peace Boat, the Japanese NGO, is looking at building an environmentally friendly eco ship to support its campaigns around the world. Anticipated to be the world’s most environmentally friendly passenger vessel.
I’ve recently been commenting how I have been worried about Quantum of the Seas (See our article here), because of the ships lack of Royal promenade, However a comment by Kalle saying that it was nice for the ship to be reunited to the sea, got me thinking.
Now I know we are called Crociere, but the development of the Maersk Line Triple E class container ships we have found quite interesting, these innovative vessels will soon be sailing the oceans delivering all sorts of goods. And we thought they make interesting reading.
Here at Crociere.co.uk towers, we are worrying about the Quantum of the Seas, and for that we are worrying about Royal Caribbean.
Along with Carnival Paradise, Costa NeoRomantica, Seabourn Legend amongst others… They have had Balcony Surgery. It’s the latest fad in the cruise industry and cruise lines are jumping head of heels to add Balconies to their fleet.
© Gilbert CAILLER I don’t want to say I told you so, but I think you will find I did. Either that or STX is being a bit adventurous. Photos have arrived online suggesting that MSC has purchased the former Libyan cruise ship as MSC PREZIOSA. The ship is the same class as the soon to be launched… Read More MSC Announces MSC PREZIOSA?
