Lissa Poirot

1 week ago | cruisehive.com | Lissa Poirot

Cruisers can expect a “wave” of new experiences in 2026 as Royal Caribbean prepares to upgrade three of its most popular ships. The cruise line has announced that Ovation of the Seas, Harmony of the Seas, and Liberty of the Seas will be “amplified” with expanded dining, entertainment, and activity options starting in spring 2026. Each ship will receive a redesign that adds new venues and updates to existing favorites, particularly for passengers sailing to Alaska, Europe, and the Caribbean.

1 week ago | cruisehive.com | Lissa Poirot

Taking a cruise might be the holiday of a lifetime for many passengers, but for the UK, it’s big business, according to a new report. An independent June 2025 report by WPI Economics, commissioned by Carnival Corporation, says the company’s cruise activity in the UK has a far-reaching impact. The findings show that cruising in the UK contributes well beyond the port, from job creation to tourism.

1 week ago | cruisehive.com | Lissa Poirot

One woman attempting to enjoy a summer cruise in Alaska was arrested as she attempted to board her cruise ship in Ketchikan on June 12, 2025. Turns out the woman was wanted in Wyoming for allegedly embezzling money from a local church in Laramie County. As the crow flies, Laramie is more than 1,500 miles away from Ketchikan, but with local sheriff offices sharing warrants digitally these days, 64-year-old Karen Bryan was flagged by authorities for having an outstanding warrant.

2 weeks ago | ciaobambino.com | Lissa Poirot

When people hear “cruise,” they often imagine crowded buffets, deck chair wars and cartoon mascots running the kids’ club. It’s no wonder some travelers — especially those who lean luxe — write cruising off entirely. But that image couldn’t be farther from the experience offered by today’s high-end cruise lines, and luxury cruising is seeing an uptick in bookings by a whole new group of travelers. Why? Think butlers instead of bunk beds. Michelin-level cuisine instead of buffets.

2 weeks ago | cruisehive.com | Lissa Poirot

What was supposed to be a relaxing day on the deck took a turn for the worse over the weekend. A fight broke out aboard Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Sunrise, stunning guests and prompting swift action from security. The altercation happened around 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, while the 2,984-passenger ship was sailing a 4-day roundtrip cruise from Miami to The Bahamas.