Chesapeake Shipbuilding launched American Symphony, the fifth in American Cruise Lines' modern riverboat series.

American Empress godmother Claudette Waggoner welcomed regional leaders onboard for the paddlewheeler's Pacific Northwest season kickoff.

Port Everglades reached a $495,000 agreement today with Florida Power & Light to explore providing shore power to all eight cruise ship berths.

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention lowered its warning about the risk of COVID-19 for cruise travelers to Level 2: moderate.

American Queen Voyages added three new fall 2022 Great Lakes sailings that feature overnight stays at Mackinac Island, Montréal, Toronto and Québec City.

Thursday marked 50 years of Carnival Cruise Line calls to the Bahamas, an occasion celebrated in Nassau by top officials.

Hydi Webb was named director of PortMiami after a national search.

MSC Cruises today broke ground for its new $350m mega cruise terminal at PortMiami, which will be North America’s largest.

On Wednesday Ruby Princess made its maiden call to Cartagena while Disney Wonder wrapped its season of visits, with festivities held for both by ProColombia.

Princess Cruises followed sister brand Holland America Line in confirming a full summer season of Alaska cruises and tours, and a summer/fall Canada/New England program.