Royal Caribbean’s first voyage brings hope for US cruise industry
Royal Caribbean’s cruise on 26 June 2021 signals a steppingstone for the US cruise industry.
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Moment Q&A: creating a digital onboard environment
Cruise companies can further enhance passenger experience with digital services. The introduction of new onboard...
UK ‘Seacations’ to help cruise operators recover losses
Resuming the cruise industry needs to happen quickly but should not be rushed. Many cruise...
Roundtable: how can cruise lines reduce their environmental impact?
A return to sailing will give cruise operators to make their operations greener and more...
Q&A: memoirs of a cruise ship entertainer with Sam Catling
Former cruise ship entertainment host Sam Catling has published a book of memoirs about his...
Greece cruises on: the long journey back to normal
Greece reopened six of its ports to cruise ships in August, becoming one of the first countries to ease restrictions using the standards outlined in the EU’s Health Gateways. We talked to some of the...
The return of Swan Hellenic
Amid a global pandemic, 70-year-old expedition cruise company Swan Hellenic is braving a return to the seas. With a ship due to set sail in November 2021 and another one in April 2022, we asked...
Kids clubs: making cruise ships appealing for a new generation
Kids clubs are a staple of the cruise ship industry, providing entertainment for youngsters and an opportunity for their parents to relax and enjoy the ship. But how have kids clubs changed over the years,...
Containing the threat: Ship Technology Global Issue 73 is out now
In the new and improved Ship Technology Global: handling dangerous goods at ports after the Beirut explosion, protecting seafarers' mental health, tackling piracy in the Singapore Strait and more.
Cruise Ship Interiors Awards: spotlight on the trends making waves
The inaugural Cruise Ship Interiors Awards 2020 took place (virtually) in June. From the best newbuild to sustainability drivers, here is a profile of the most eye-catching winners and the reasons behind their success.
Staying connected: Ship Technology Global Issue 72 is out now
In this issue: the benefits of 5G for global shipping, Japan's road to zero emissions, autonomous security vessels in ports and more.
