Cruise News

Holland America Line opened bookings for Zuiderdam's first voyages after its Evolution program revamp, starting April 2, 2028. The ship will sail Mediterranean, Northern Europe, and Iceland routes.

Historic low water levels on Europe's Danube and Rhine rivers in July 2026 have forced major river cruise lines to reroute sailings, swap ships, and cancel some port stops. Passengers faced early disembarkations and bus excursions replacing missed river stops.

Carnival Cruise Line has canceled nine Carnival Jubilee sailings from Galveston in 2027 due to itinerary changes. Passengers booked on these sailings are advised to check their reservations.

Bookings are now open for Zuiderdam’s first European voyages launching April 2, 2028, following the ship’s extensive modernization under Holland America Evolution. The new itineraries cover the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Iceland, and Greenland.

Droughts have lowered Danube and Rhine river water levels to near-record lows in July 2026, forcing cruise lines to reroute and swap ships. Passengers face missed ports, extended bus transfers, and some embarkation changes.

Carnival Cruise Line has canceled nine Carnival Jubilee sailings departing from Galveston in 2027 due to itinerary changes. Passengers booked on these cruises should verify their reservations to avoid surprises.

Holland America Line has opened bookings for Zuiderdam's first European voyages after completing its Holland America Evolution upgrades. The ship will resume service on April 2, 2028, sailing Mediterranean routes and summer itineraries from Amsterdam to Northern Europe and Iceland.

Viking’s new 54,300-ton cruise ship will use liquid hydrogen fuel cells supplying about one-third of its propulsion power. The vessel will be refueled at ports using crane-loaded liquid hydrogen containers due to lack of pump infrastructure.

Extreme heatwaves and historic low water levels on the Danube, Rhine, and Main rivers have forced several European river cruise operators to cancel or modify itineraries in summer 2026. Cruises now feature earlier excursions, coach transfers, and ship swaps to manage navigation limitations and passenger comfort.

Carnival Cruise Line cancelled nine Carnival Jubilee sailings from Galveston between August and December 2027 due to revised operational plans. Passengers are offered rebooking with rate protection, onboard credit, or full refunds.