The latest at sea

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

Inside Passage cruise options range from major lines to luxury ships

Typical seven-night round trips from Vancouver or Seattle sit alongside longer and one-way itineraries for Alaska.

Pedro Ziegler says regular exercises help local maritime personnel become familiar with visiting ships.

The cruise line plans to double the number of New Zealand ports it visits in the 2028/29 cruise season.

Company leaders met with passengers during a four-night Bahamas cruise carrying about 5,734 guests.