CruiseInd: Unpacking Cruise Ships — Systems, Stories, & Structures

RUMOR: A Return of Scotia Prince Cruises

Small Ship vs. Mega Ship Cruising: Two Worlds at Sea

[2026 Update] What is the Passenger Vessel Services Act (PVSA)?

Take a Tour of the Ultra Luxury Scenic Eclipse

Cruise Line Profiles

Oceania Cruises Overview

NCL

Overview Oceania Cruises occupies a distinctive position between premium and luxury cruising, with a brand identity built around culinary excellence,...

Seabourn Cruise Line Overview

Carinval Corp

Overview Seabourn is one of the most influential brands in modern luxury cruising, known for defining the small ship, high...

Crystal Cruises Overview

All Cruise Lines

Overview Crystal Cruises has one of the most complex ownership histories in the modern cruise industry, marked by long periods...

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Overview

All Cruise Lines

The modern Regent Seven Seas Cruises story effectively began in 1992 with the launch of Radisson Diamond Cruises and the...

Explora Journeys Overview

All Cruise Lines

Explora Journeys is MSC Group’s entry into the ultra luxury cruise segment, created to compete directly with established luxury and...

Silversea Cruises Overview

All Cruise Lines

OverviewSilversea Cruises occupies a distinct position in the global cruise industry as one of the pioneers of modern ultra luxury...

Deep Dives

Nieuw Amsterdam departing Port Everglades ©CruiseInd

What are Harbor Pilots and Pilot Boats

Clearing the Air: The Role of Scrubbers on Ships

Understanding Bow Thrusters on Ships

Understanding Maritime Tonnage: Gross Tonnage, Gross Registered Tons, Net Tons, and Deadweight Tons

These are the 19 cruise ships that will be delivering this year.

How To Pick The Cruise That's Right For You

Part I: How to Choose the Right Cruise Line for Your Perfect Vacation

Part II: How to Choose the Right Cruise Line: Speciality and Niche Lines

Part III: How to Choose the Right Cruise Line: Matching Your Budget, Itinerary & Onboard Vibe

Part IV: How to Choose the Right Cruise Line: Why Ship Size Matters.

Cruise Industry History

The Complete History of Windstar Cruises

All Cruise Lines

A cruise line like no other, Windstar Cruises. Windstar Cruises stands out in the cruise industry—rooted in bold innovation, boutique...

[2025 Update] The Final History of the ex-Sally Albatross, Leeward, Silja Opera, Celestial Crystal

All Cruise Lines

This unique, one-of-a-kind ship can trace its origin back to 1978 and even to an entirely different ship called the...

That one time Carnival tried to buy Royal Caribbean. The bizarre story of this failed acquisition.

Carinval Corp

The Hostile Takeover That Almost Sank Royal Caribbean In 1988, the cruise industry was a hotbed of ambition and intense...

Cruise Ship Tours

Detailed tours of the interiors and ships, deck by deck
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Photos

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Spotted Europa 2 in Manhattan, which is a rare sig

Spent the day at MSC Ocean Cay Marine Reserve and

Got back to my cabin on MSC Meraviglia just now an

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Videos

A selection of videos, both from maritime historians, content creators, and vintage documentaries.