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 Credit: Azamara Cruises (Press Release) MIAMI, November 24, 2025: Azamara Cruises - the small-ship cruise line celebrated for its Destination Immersion® and Extended Destination Days, is making it easier than ever for travelers to plan their perfect cruise. For guests with confirmed bookings, Azamara Cruises is introducing a new pre-cruise dining and spa reservation program, allowing customers to secure their favorite experiences before even setting sail.
 International cruise Summit (Press Release) Madrid, November 20, 2025. PR – The fifteenth edition of the International Cruise Summit, held on November 18 and 19 in Madrid, addressed all the challenges facing the industry, where AI is gaining ground every day in optimizing processes such as itinerary planning, online sales, and even the prevention of environmental impacts.
ICS 2025 was inaugurated by Carolina Toledo Martínez de Galinsoga, Deputy Director General of Tourism Promotion of the Community of Madrid, and Gustavo Santana Hernández, President of Puertos del Estado. The event featured prominent executives from more than 25 cruise lines, ports, tour operators, travel agents, shipping agents, consultancies, and companies from the sector worldwide.  "Booked" (Virgin Voyages) (Press Release) MIAMI, FL. - Nov. 21, 2025 - Virgin Voyages is giving First Mates the ultimate selling point: entertainment so compelling, it's moving from ship to shore. The cruise line debuts Booked, its newest original show aboard Scarlet Lady, while launching “Screw It, Let's Do It Productions,” named after Sir Richard Branson’s favorite one-liner. This new entertainment initiative will bring Virgin Voyages' shows and experiences to land-based theaters, Virgin Hotels and corporate partners.
 Credit: Four Seasons Hotel (Press Release) Fort Lauderdale, FL (November 18, 2025) – This holiday season, Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale invites guests to celebrate where ocean views, warm breezes, and easy rhythms set the tone for the festivities. Whether reconnecting with loved ones or creating new traditions, this coastal retreat pairs effortless luxury with the warmth of the holidays, all framed by sun, sea, and the spirit of connection that defines Fort Lauderdale. Festive moments greet guests from the moment they arrive—cake pops at check-in, hot chocolate in the lobby, and the return of Santa’s Letters, sometimes with a handwritten reply. Throughout the season, families can enjoy Gingerbread House contests, holiday movie nights just for kids (offering parents the perfect date-night escape), and the beloved Cookies & Milk Delivery for Santa. Guests may also personalise their stay with in-room holiday décor, choosing either the playful Snowball Party experience or timeless traditional styling curated by the Guest Experience team. To capture the magic, professional holiday photo sessions are available along the Atlantic shoreline, while young travelers can join Kids For All Seasons for putt putt tournaments, oceanside games, and festive surprises—all adding to a holiday experience filled with connection, joy, and coastal charm.
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All Things Cruise Cruise industry executives gathered at Brightline’s MiamiCentral Station on Monday, Nov. 17 to discuss “The Future of Cruising Starts Here,” one of a series of “Connecting Conversations” facilitated by Brightline, Florida’s private, intercity rail service. Porthole Cruise/PPI Group Chairman Bill Panoff moderated a panel that included Javier Del Rio, Senior Director Analytics, at Royal Caribbean International, Elizabeth Fettes, SVP Commercial, Cunard North America and Australia, Nathan Hickman, Chief Commercial Officer, Oceania Cruises, Marie Lee, Chief Marketing Officer, Princess Cruises, Joseph Morris, Port Director and CEO, Port Everglades and Hydi Webb, Port Director and CEO, PortMiami, the world’s largest passenger port that serves as the homeport for dozens of cruise lines and millions of passengers each year. READ MORE.  American Pioneer (American Cruise Lines)  American Pioneer’s Bottle Smash: Danise “Dee Dee” Henriquez, Mayor of Key West (Charles B. Robertson, President & CEO of American Cruise Lines looks on)Photo courtesy of American Cruise Lines (Press Release) GUILFORD, CT—November 17, 2025, American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that the newest cruise ship in the country, American Pioneer, was christened in Key West, Florida on Monday, November 10th. American Pioneer is the 21st ship in the American Cruise Lines fleet. The inaugural cruise followed the company’s new 16-Day Grand Florida Coast & Keys itinerary, which explores both the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of Florida. American Pioneer was docked at Mallory Square for last week’s christening festivities. Key West is a regular 2-day stop on the new itinerary and offers 20 different shore excursions, including a visit to Dry Tortugas National Park.
American Pioneer’s christening celebration included cruise guests, local partners, and community members. All attendees gathered on the ship’s top deck for the official blessing and ceremonial bottle smash, followed by a reception in the ship’s Sky Lounge. Charles B. Robertson, President & CEO of American Cruise Lines, gave remarks as did American Pioneer’s Godmother, Danise “Dee Dee” Henriquez, Mayor of Key West. American Pioneer is the 2nd new American Cruise Lines ship Mayor Henriquez is godmother to; she also christened one of the Line’s Coastal Cats, American Legend, in February 2025. “We are thrilled to christen another new ship here in Key West and we are especially honored to be joined by American Pioneer’s godmother, Mayor Henriquez, along with many of our inaugural cruise guests,” said Charles B. Robertson, President & CEO of American Cruise Lines. Brand-new American Pioneer accommodates just 130 guests. Every stateroom and suite has a private balcony, and the ship features multiple lounges and dining options. The company has 9 additional ships currently under construction, including 4 exact sisterships to American Pioneer. The inaugural 16-Day Grand Florida Coast & Keys cruise began in Amelia Island, Florida on October 31st and concluded in St. Petersburg, Florida on November 15th. American has three ships sailing their exclusive, all-domestic Florida cruises through April 2026, including popular 9-Day Florida Gulf Coast & Keys cruises, which operate roundtrip from St. Petersburg.  Credit: MSC Cruises (Press Release) Geneva, Switzerland - November 14, 2025 –The MSC Group and the MSC Foundation have organized urgent relief efforts in support of the Government of Jamaica’s humanitarian response for those affected by the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa, which made landfall on October 28
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