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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

Thousands of tourists trapped on UAE cruise ships as more explosions rock Dubai

Thousands of tourists are stranded on cruise ships in the UAE and Doha due to escalating conflict and closed escape routes.

Mar 3 โ€ข 20:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazilian on cruise ship stranded for 4 days amid Middle East war hopes to return home this weekend

A Brazilian entrepreneur, aboard a cruise ship stranded in Dubai due to escalating Middle Eastern conflict, expects to return to Brazil by the weekend.

Mar 3 โ€ข 18:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Closure of the Strait of Hormuz: Thousands of Tourists Stranded on Cruise Ships

Thousands of tourists are currently stranded aboard cruise ships due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz amidst increasing military tensions.

Mar 3 โ€ข 12:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

'We don't know if we will stay here for 2 or 10 days,' says Brazilian on cruise stuck amid war in the Middle East

A group of Brazilian tourists is stranded on a cruise ship in Dubai due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, expressing uncertainty about their return home.

Mar 2 โ€ข 18:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazilian recounts tension after missile alert and cruise cancellation in Dubai: 'It was scary'

A Brazilian resident described a tense experience that led to the cancellation of a planned cruise from Dubai following missile alerts in the region due to ongoing conflict involving the U.S. and Israel against Iran.

Mar 2 โ€ข 17:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

War in the Middle East: 'That was probably the drone that landed next door'

Thousands of cruise passengers are stranded on ships in Abu Dhabi amidst uncertain circumstances due to recent conflicts in the region.

Mar 2 โ€ข 15:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Group of 18 elderly people from Paranรก is 'stuck' on a cruise ship during bombings in the Middle East

A group of 23 tourists from Paranรก, Brazil, including 18 elderly people, are stranded on a cruise ship in Dubai following recent bombings in the Middle East by the US and Israel.

Mar 2 โ€ข 14:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
World

2,500 cruise passengers watched as an explosion occurred nearby

An explosion occurred near Abu Dhabi's port while the cruise ship Mein Schiff 4 was in port, affecting around 2,500 passengers and drawing international media attention regarding security in the region.

Mar 2 โ€ข 12:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The new cruise season starts in Mykonos โ€“ until December 2026

Mykonos kicks off its new cruise season on March 20, expecting 778 scheduled ships to bring visitors until December 6, 2026.

Mar 2 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mineira reports tension aboard cruise ship stranded in Dubai after escalation of conflict in the Middle East: 'We don't know when we will return'

A family from Brazil is stranded on a cruise ship in Dubai due to the escalating Middle East conflict, facing uncertainty about their return home.

Mar 1 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Statistics Released: Finns Are Cruising More Enthusiastically Than Before

Last year, Finnish citizens made approximately 7.75 million trips abroad, with a significant portion done via cruise ships.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

"Alarm" from CLIA regarding side effects from fees in cruising

Bud Darr of the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) emphasized the importance of stability in the cruise market and proper management of tourist flows during a press conference.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

European CLIA Conference 2026 in Madeira

European policymakers and cruise industry leaders will meet in Madeira from February 23 to 26, 2026, for the European Conference of the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA).

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

โ€˜The First in Koreaโ€™ Night Sailing Cruise... Enjoying Busan's Night View Relaxedly

The Norwegian Group cruise ship 'Regatta' has made history by allowing passengers to disembark at Busan's North Port terminal at night, providing a new opportunity for tourists to enjoy the city after dark.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Amsterdam declares war on cruise ships: "They are a plague of locusts"

Amsterdam is set to ban cruise ships docking at its central passenger terminal by 2035 as part of a strategy to combat mass tourism and reduce CO2 emissions.

Feb 21 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Attacks on scrap metal piles that greet cruise passengers in Seyรฐisfjรถrรฐur

Attacks on scrap metal piles at the Seyรฐisfjรถrรฐur harbor, which welcome cruise passengers, have raised concerns in the local community.

Feb 19 โ€ข 17:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Five-Star Hotels Floating on Ocean Waves, Experience a Foreign-like Vacation within Budget

The article discusses luxurious floating resorts in India that offer a unique vacation experience similar to that of foreign destinations, all while staying within budget.

Feb 19 โ€ข 07:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Piraeus Port maintains a strong homeporting position in the cruise industry

Piraeus Port continues to see growing demand in the cruise industry, indicating a strong local and regional market.

Feb 19 โ€ข 07:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The new cruise season in Mykonos begins in March

The new cruise season in Mykonos will start on March 20 and run until December 6, featuring 778 cruise ship arrivals.

Feb 18 โ€ข 17:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Cruise: Strong demand and younger age groups - Steady presence of homeporting in Piraeus

The demand for cruises in Greece remains high, with a noted increase, highlighting a growing trend among younger travelers.

Feb 18 โ€ข 16:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Cruise: A new era for Royal Caribbean International

Royal Caribbean International is reaffirming Greece's status as a prime Mediterranean cruise destination by homeporting the Brilliance of The Seas in Piraeus with unique itineraries starting in summer 2026.

Feb 18 โ€ข 13:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Croatia confronts the excess of tourists

Croatia is implementing measures to combat the negative effects of tourist overcrowding, including limiting vacation rentals and restricting cruise ship arrivals in Dubrovnik.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Cruise line halts operations suddenly, leaving future trips in limbo

A long-standing Alaska-based cruise line has abruptly ceased operations, affecting future cruises and leaving many travelers in uncertainty.

Feb 17 โ€ข 18:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 15 thousand tourists board six Carnival cruise ships in Santos, SP

Around 15,000 tourists are expected to embark on six cruise ships at the Port of Santos during the Carnival from February 13 to 15.

Feb 13 โ€ข 20:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

Why do we like cruises so much? The sweet moment of vacationing at sea

The cruise industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, largely driven by new routes and an influx of younger travelers, despite global geopolitical tensions.

Feb 13 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Cruises: Profit Machines on the High Seas

The cruise industry is experiencing an unprecedented boom as it rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic, with expectations of nearly 40 million passengers by 2026.

Feb 11 โ€ข 15:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

The government will introduce a municipal cruise tax from 2027

The Norwegian government plans to implement a municipal cruise tax starting in 2027 to help manage the impacts of increased tourism on local communities.

Feb 11 โ€ข 09:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bรบzios is expected to receive 60,000 cruise passengers throughout February

The city of Bรบzios in Brazil is set to receive approximately 60,000 cruise passengers in February with numerous ship arrivals throughout the month.

Feb 10 โ€ข 15:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Chinaโ€™s cruise industry passes major milestone as Beijing eyes travel boom

China's cruise industry has seen significant growth, with its first major domestic cruise ship reaching 1 million passengers, a milestone that reflects Beijing's aim to enhance household spending and boost the travel sector.

Feb 10 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

A popular cruise line unexpectedly closes and cancels all its trips permanently

Alaskan Dream Cruises has announced the permanent cessation of its operations and cancellation of all scheduled trips in Alaska as of February 4.

Feb 6 โ€ข 12:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Cruises are expected to bring 40,000 tourists to the Brazilian coast during Carnival

Around 40,000 tourists are expected to spend Carnival aboard cruise ships traveling along the Brazilian coast, according to the Ministry of Tourism and CLIA Brazil.

Feb 6 โ€ข 12:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Corfu: Strong cruise prospects โ€“ Increase in passengers, year-round arrivals

The Corfu Port Authority plans to establish Corfu as a year-round cruise destination with 562 cruise ship arrivals expected in 2026, reflecting a 20.3% increase in passenger numbers from the previous year.

Feb 4 โ€ข 09:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Corfu: Strong Cruise Prospects โ€“ Increase in Passengers, Year-Round Arrivals

The Port Authority of Corfu has announced plans for 562 cruise ship arrivals in 2026, indicating a 20.3% increase compared to the previous year and aiming to establish Corfu as a year-round cruise destination of high value.

Feb 3 โ€ข 13:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Amsterdam tourism movement. Now it is banning cruise ships from the port

The Amsterdam City Council has paused plans to relocate the cruise ship terminal from the city center and instead is working towards an outright ban on cruise ships in the port by 2035, pending future council approval.

Feb 3 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Navantia prepares for another record year of cruise repairs at the Cรกdiz shipyards

Navantia is set for a record year in cruise ship repairs with 13 contracts signed for 2026, notably including a large-scale project with Royal Caribbean.

Jan 16 โ€ข 04:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
World

On Pirate Trails to the Treasures of the Caribbean

A sailing tour through the Lesser Antilles allows travelers to experience famous pirate locations and breathtaking landscapes while following in the footsteps of historical pirates like Blackbeard.

Jan 15 โ€ข 06:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
Life & Tech

The debate that stirs Malaga: Roman gods of 'Marvel inspiration' at the gateway to the city?

The article discusses the controversial installation of Roman gods Neptunus and Venus, inspired by Marvel, at the entrance to Malaga's port, a site frequented by locals and cruise passengers.

Jan 15 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Furious Brits stuck in Caribbean cruise 'limbo' after Trump's bomb attack

British tourists are stranded on a cruise ship circling Barbados due to military actions in Venezuela following an attack by Donald Trump.

Jan 6 โ€ข 14:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

INSETE: The next day of Greek tourism โ€“ The 5 trends and the 4 challenges

The article discusses the evolving landscape of Greek tourism, highlighting trends such as shorter trips, increased branding in Western Europe, a growth in cruise tourism, and improvements in seasonality and tourism metrics, especially in Attica and Athens.

Dec 29 โ€ข 18:00 UTC

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