Danube, Rhine River Cruises Cancelled and Altered Due to Record Low Water Levels
The Danube River's water level near Budapest dropped close to a historic low in July 2026, disrupting about 150 river cruises. Operators such as Avalon, AmaWaterways, Scenic, and Viking have canceled sailings, altered embarkation points, and used motorcoach transfers due to low water levels.
Norwegian Cruise Line Completes Upgrades on Norwegian Jade and Gem
Norwegian Cruise Line completed upgrades on Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem as of mid-July 2026. These enhancements are part of ongoing refurbishment efforts to improve passenger experience.
Norwegian Cruise Line Completes Upgrades on Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings completed upgrades on the Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem before upcoming sailings. Oceania Cruises launched adults-only Caribbean itineraries focusing on cultural and culinary experiences.
Carnival Destiny Unveiled as Carnival’s Largest Ace Class Ship
Carnival Cruise Line has revealed Carnival Destiny, its largest ship weighing 230,000 gross tons and first in the new Ace Class. The ship can accommodate over 8,000 passengers and will sail starting in 2029.
Royal Caribbean Suspends Labadee Cruise Visits Through Mid-2027
Royal Caribbean has extended its suspension of cruise stops at Labadee, Haiti, through June 2027 citing safety concerns amid Haiti's Level 4 travel advisory. Passengers will have Labadee replaced by alternative Caribbean ports, while the company supports local team members during the pause.
Historic low water levels disrupt Danube and Rhine river cruises mid-2026
The Danube River’s water level near Budapest has dropped to within 8 cm of its historic low in mid-2026, disrupting river cruises. Avalon Waterways and AmaWaterways have canceled sailings and implemented motorcoach transfers to navigate impassable sections.
Carnival Destiny Is Carnival Cruise Line’s Largest Ace-Class Ship
Carnival Cruise Line began constructing Carnival Destiny, its largest ship surpassing 200,000 gross tons, in July 2026. The vessel will offer more than 8,000 passenger capacity and debut in 2029.
Royal Caribbean Extends Suspension of Labadee Visits to June 2027
Royal Caribbean has extended the suspension of cruise calls to its private destination Labadee, Haiti through June 2027 due to security concerns. Alternative ports such as Grand Cayman and Cozumel now replace Labadee stops.
Norwegian Cruise Line Completes Upgrades on Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem
Norwegian Cruise Line completed upgrades on Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem, announced in July 2026. Passengers will experience enhanced facilities on upcoming voyages.
Pregnant Passenger Medically Evacuated from Carnival Sunrise off Miami Coast
A pregnant woman was evacuated from the Carnival Sunrise off Miami on July 16, 2026, due to pregnancy complications. The U.S. Coast Guard and Miami-Dade Fire Rescue coordinated to transfer her to Mount Sinai Medical Center with no disruption to the ship's itinerary.
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