The latest at sea

Cruise news, minus the fluff.

Quick briefs on announcements, ships, destinations, drama, and unusually good fares.

Cruise booking choices can affect disruption assistance

Cruise-line air and shore excursion reservations include protections that independent bookings may not offer, according to a report.

The 12-day Coastal Express links Bergen and Kirkenes, visiting 34 ports while carrying passengers and goods.

The cruise line has promoted Lebbern to market director for Europe, Australia and New Zealand, effective immediately.

The Danish-flagged vessel’s crew escaped without reported injuries during an October 18 emergency in the Skagerrak.