Cruise News

Viking officially named two new cruise ships in July 2026. The move supports Viking's ongoing fleet expansion this year.

Fincantieri handed over Explora III to MSC Group in July 2026 as the third of six luxury cruise ships. This delivery enhances MSC’s luxury fleet expansion.

Carnival Cruise Line has canceled 11 voyages scheduled for late 2026. The cancellations were announced in July 2026 and affect passengers who must seek refunds or rebooking.

Record low water levels on the Rhine and Danube rivers due to an extreme June-July 2026 heat wave have caused multiple cancellations and itinerary changes for European river cruises. Operators including Avalon Waterways, Viking Cruises, and AmaWaterways have adapted by altering routes, offering refunds, and transferring passengers by coach.

Fincantieri delivered Explora III, the third ship out of six for MSC Group’s luxury cruise brand. This delivery supports MSC’s continued expansion of its luxury cruise fleet.

A severe heat wave in summer 2026 has caused low water levels on the Danube and Rhine rivers. This has disrupted and led to cancellations of European river cruises.

The U.S. Coast Guard medically evacuated a 51-year-old passenger from Carnival Luminosa about 45 miles off Humboldt Bay on July 16, 2026. She was flown to Mendocino Coast Hospital and reported stable after showing stroke-like symptoms.

Carnival Cruise Line has cancelled 11 voyages slated for late 2026. Passengers on these voyages can reschedule or obtain refunds following company procedures.

A historic June 2026 heat wave caused low water levels on the Rhine and Danube rivers, forcing cancellations and itinerary changes by Avalon Waterways, Viking Cruises, and others. The heat wave coincided with thousands of excess deaths across Europe.

Carnival Cruise Line is cancelling 11 voyages planned for late 2026. Affected passengers must adjust plans or seek refunds through the cruise operator.