Nassau Cruise Port has already handled more than 3.2m passengers this year, slightly more than the total number in 2022, and it's possible 2023 will set a record.

Turkey, Greece and Cyprus continue taking the bulk of cruise ships exiting Israel, with ports doing their best to handle them on short notice.

Versatility is needed to plan itineraries as sudden geopolitical tensions arise, while lobbying and joint marketing efforts are required to reactivate cruise tourism in secure areas where the message of some media channels is to the contrary.

September's cruise ship calls in Norway reached 410, an all-time high for the month and a huge 71% hike compared to pre-COVID September 2019 when 239 ship visits were recorded.

MedCruise President Figen Ayan led a moment’s silence at the opening of the association’s 63rd General Assembly in Burgas, Bulgaria on the evening of October 10, to remember those affected by conflict around the world.

More cruise line itineraries were revised to bypass Israel as the deadly conflict with Hamas continues.

Cherbourg signed up to the Cruise Friendly Welcome Quality Standard – the only Normandy city to adhere to this certification - which aims to improve the experience of cruise guests ashore and was initiated by the Var Provence Cruise Club.

Galveston Wharves was awarded a $1m grant for a shore power pilot project in partnership with Texas A&M University at Galveston.

Galveston's fourth cruise terminal could be in operation in 2025, pending board of trustee approval, Galveston Wharves Port Director and CEO Rodger Rees reiterated Monday.

Cruise lines pulled out of Israel and are reworking their itineraries amidst the violence that erupted over the weekend.