The latest at sea

Cruise news, minus the fluff.

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

Oct 15, 2026Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean passenger found conscious after 20 hours in Ionian Sea

Greek authorities said a cargo ship located the 44-year-old woman inside a life ring after an overnight search southwest of Zakynthos.

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Oct 15, 2026Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean and Sandals outline cruise-resort partnership plans

The companies are considering vacation packages, onboard resort bookings and closer links between their loyalty programs while maintaining distinct brands.

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Oct 15, 2026

British Columbia passenger has presumptive hantavirus result after MV Hondius voyage

Canadian health officials said the hospitalized passenger was stable as the ship’s outbreak reached 12 cases, nine of them confirmed.

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Oct 15, 2026

Norwegian Cruise Line estimates decline as shares edge higher

Zacks lowered its earnings estimates and assigned the cruise operator a No. 5 Strong Sell ranking despite a modest monthly share gain.

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