Cruise Industry News and Trends

PhocusWire's in-depth coverage of the cruise sector, featuring news, analysis, interviews, research and more on cruise operators, ships and their use of technology.

The cruise industry is navigating a new era defined by technological innovation, evolving traveler expectations, and global sustainability demands. At PhocusWire, we cover the latest cruise industry news and trends—tracking how cruise lines are modernizing operations, enhancing guest experiences, and leveraging digital tools to reshape maritime tourism.

Cruise line updates, maritime tourism trends, and industry analysis

Stay current with fleet announcements, itinerary strategies, and onboard technology transformations. From AI-driven personalization to frictionless boarding and next-generation entertainment, cruise companies are investing heavily in digital and operational enhancements to meet changing customer demands. Our coverage also explores how the cruise sector is aligning with broader travel trends, including sustainability and wellness.

Keys to converting travel insights to impact
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Keys to converting travel insights to impact
By PhocusWire | August 12, 2025
Zartico chief operating officer Nicole Brownell and co-founder and chief innovation officer Jay Kinghorn explore how destinations and resorts can use data science to close the loop between marketing... Read More
Why digital transformation in travel is more than a tech upgrade
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Why digital transformation in travel is more than a tech upgrade
By PhocusWire | July 30, 2025
Ubique Digital's Archana Yadav discusses what it takes to move beyond patchwork fixes toward a truly traveler-centric commerce model.  Read More
How micro-moments can identify hidden patterns in traveler behavior
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How micro-moments can identify hidden patterns in traveler behavior
By PhocusWire | July 29, 2025
Learn how Zartico helps destinations translate signals into strategy and moments into measurable results.   Read More
All eyes on ground and sea transportation
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All eyes on ground and sea transportation
By Noam Toister - Travelier | July 22, 2025
Travelier co-founder and CEO Noam Toister says the coveted connected trip won't happen until intercity buses, rail and ferries are as easily integrated into the itinerary as the flight and... Read More
Turning visitor data into intelligence for travel marketing
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Turning visitor data into intelligence for travel marketing
By PhocusWire | July 15, 2025
This new five-part video series from Zartico provides expert insights for travel marketers on how to effectively use visitor intelligence to drive growth. Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Mindtrip, Civitatis, Tripadvisor and more...
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PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Mindtrip, Civitatis, Tripadvisor and more...
By PhocusWire | July 11, 2025
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry. Read More
Juniper Travel Technology acquires event management software provider RezMagic
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Juniper Travel Technology acquires event management software provider RezMagic
By Morgan Hines | June 3, 2025
The acquisition of RezMagic, which offers event management software with a cruises focus, comes as Juniper works to offer comprehensive solutions for the travel sector.   Read More
What’s driving Canadian travel agency growth in 2025?
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What’s driving Canadian travel agency growth in 2025?
By Phocuswright Research | May 27, 2025
The Canadian travel agency landscape is characterized by a combination of traditional and home-based businesses, with mixed attitudes on emerging technologies. Read More
NextTrip secures $3M credit line
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NextTrip secures $3M credit line
By Abby Crotty | May 8, 2025
The company said drawdowns will be used for marketing, product launches and platform developments. Read More
How virtual credit cards are transforming B2B travel payments
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How virtual credit cards are transforming B2B travel payments
May 8, 2025
Hear from Worldline and Visa about the evolution, benefits and implementation strategies of virtual credit cards in travel. On Demand
Report—Seamless Payments: Elevating travel experiences from start to finish
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Report—Seamless Payments: Elevating travel experiences from start to finish
By Matthew Parsons | May 8, 2025
Read this exclusive report to learn how PayPal provides travel brands with the tools they need to deliver exceptional customer experiences from the very first click—setting the stage for memorable... Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Expedia Group, FLYR, PayPal and more...
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PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Expedia Group, FLYR, PayPal and more...
By PhocusWire | April 18, 2025
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry. Read More
NextTrip acquires luxury OTA Five Star Alliance
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NextTrip acquires luxury OTA Five Star Alliance
By Abby Crotty | April 14, 2025
The latest acquisition is anticipated to help NextTrip expand its reach in the luxury travel sector. Read More
MSC, Vision-Box partner to streamline cruise experience with biometrics
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MSC, Vision-Box partner to streamline cruise experience with biometrics
By Morgan Hines | April 9, 2025
Amadeus, which acquired Vision-Box in 2024, said the partnership marks a “major step” toward digitizing the cruise journey and could become a model for the industry to implement biometric... Read More
NextTrip acquires Journy TV Channel
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NextTrip acquires Journy TV Channel
By Morgan Hines | April 7, 2025
NextTrip believes Journy's presence in the FAST Space should boost its strategy to push audience engagement and foster opportunities for advertisers and travel bookings. Read More
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