About

About

Welcome to CruiseInd

(pronounced “CRUISE-ind,” short for “industry”)

CruiseInd.com is your go-to destination for everything cruise ships. Our mission is to provide readers with in-depth information, reviews, and resources to help plan and enjoy every cruise experience. From detailed ship tours and deck plans to the latest news on newbuilds and industry developments, we cover every corner of the cruise world.

Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or a seasoned traveler, CruiseInd offers honest, unbiased insights to help you navigate your next journey. Our content includes ship reviews, travel tips, technical explanations, and guides designed to make cruising more enjoyable and accessible for everyone.

In addition to our blog, CruiseInd provides a variety of resources, including interactive deck plans, webcam viewers, and long-form editorial pieces. We invite you to explore, learn, and join our growing community of cruise enthusiasts.

History

CruiseInd launched on March 12, 2009, with a post on Cunard’s newbuild, Queen Elizabeth. The site began as a place to share images of new ships and has since expanded into comprehensive coverage of the cruise industry. Over the years, CruiseInd has posted exclusive reports on notable stories such as:

Royal Caribbean: Oasis of the Seas featuring a blimp called an aerostat, Project Genesis (Oasis-class) original prototype mockups, and a 2019 incident that took place when the drydock that the Oasis of the Seas was in broke under her
Norwegian Cruise Line: Norwegian Breakaway’s Waterfront Promenade
Carnival Corp.: P&O’s Dramatic livery change transitioning from canary yellow to the new Blue color

Since moving to our CruiseInd.com domain in November 2009, the site has welcomed millions of visitors from over 150 countries and territories.

The idea behind CruiseInd is not only to inform, but also to educate. Some of our articles can get pretty technical. For example, here’s one about duck tails (those extensions you see on the back of ships), and another exploring just what the Passenger Vessel Services Act actually is and why it matters to you.

About Our Editor

Greg Dragonetti, our managing editor, is a former marine safety engineer with a deep understanding of passenger ships and maritime operations. While he no longer works in the industry, his expertise continues to guide the site’s editorial standards and technical coverage. Greg is based in New England but travels frequently across the U.S. and Europe.

CruiseInd has been recognized as a reliable source on Wikipedia, TravelPulse, and USA Today’s Cruise Log. We’ve also contributed to CruiseNotes, CruisersConnect, and CruiseCurrents.

We always welcome feedback, questions, or story ideas from our readers. Thanks for visiting CruiseInd, and happy cruising!