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

Sea trials of Norwegian Cruise Line – Norwegian Luna -

First Look: Sailing Norwegian Luna on a Pre-Inaugural Cruise

Oceania Cruises Overview

How the U.S. Jones Act Impacts the Cruise Industry

What are Azipods?

Cruise Line Profiles

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...

Costa Cruises (Costa Crociere) Overview

All Cruise Lines

Costa Cruises is one of the oldest names in European passenger shipping, tracing its roots back to 1854 when the...

Deep Dives

Clearing the Air: The Role of Scrubbers on Ships

What Happens at the Pier on Turnaround Day

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

Cruise Cabin Guide: How to Choose the Best Stateroom for Comfort, Views, and Value

Understanding Bow Thrusters on Ships

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 American Cruise Line

All Cruise Lines

Guildford, CT based American Cruise Line (ACL) is really a fascinating line unlike no other. American Cruise Lines was founded...

The History of the Royal Majesty (ex-Norwegian Majesty, Louis Majesty, Thomson Majesty, Crown Iris)

NCL

The cruise ship better known as the Norwegian Majesty, but now sailing as Crown Iris, has had a very interesting...

[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...

Cruise Ship Tours

Detailed tours of the interiors and ships, deck by deck
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Carnival Paradise in Nassau. Fun bit of cruise tri

Who says Carnival has a monopoly on towel animals?

Stepping off MSC Meraviglia in Brooklyn and gettin

Perfectly calm conditions in Portsmouth Harbor as

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Videos

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