The latest at sea

Cruise news, minus the fluff.

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

Low Rhine levels ground Dutch Melody near Cologne

The river cruise ship, carrying 140 passengers, resumed its journey after receiving assistance from another vessel.

The joint-venture facility at Japan’s Naha Port is expected to open in March 2028.

A seven-day sailing highlighted the price of shipboard internet and restrictions on personal communications equipment.

Eligible Claude users can add the cruise line’s app through the platform’s Connectors menu and use it conversationally.