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China Restarts Its Cruise Industry With Shanghai to Japan Sailing

No one knows yet how large a rebound in outbound Chinese tourism will be in the short-term, but this is a good sign.

China Restarts Its Cruise Industry With Shanghai to Japan Sailing

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Norwegian Cruise Forecasts Reduced Profit After Higher Costs

Although Norwegian Cruise Line has benefited enormously from a surge in travel demand, it — like its rivals — continues to be hounded by surging expenses.

Norwegian Cruise Forecasts Reduced Profit After Higher Costs

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IDEAS: Eco-Conscious Cruising Via Emission-Free Yachts

As revenge luxury travel and yacht charters for high net worth travelers shifts to exotic locations at slightly more affordable prices, the introduction of emission-free yachting may now allow these private experiences to be a more eco-conscious option, as well. Sunreef Yachts has announced that work has begun on the development of its latest sustainable…

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Royal Caribbean: ‘Exceptionally Strong’ Demand, Lifts Forecast by a Third

While consumer spending was key for Royal Caribbean's first quarter, demand across the board has led the company to its highest-ever revenue in the second quarter.

Royal Caribbean: ‘Exceptionally Strong’ Demand, Lifts Forecast by a Third

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Amsterdam Looks to Ban Cruise Ships to Reduce Mass Tourism

Amsterdam banning large cruise liners would be a major step in curbing overtourism, an issue that has increasingly plagued the Dutch capital in recent years.

Amsterdam Looks to Ban Cruise Ships to Reduce Mass Tourism

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7 Facts about Royal Caribbean’s New Icon of the Seas

While her size is making headlines, it is her sustainability efforts that should be applauded.

7 Facts about Royal Caribbean’s New Icon of the Seas

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India Bets on Cruises: New Ports, More Ships – Big Goals

Destinations, cruise service providers and the government have been sitting up and taking note of the country’s potential in generating revenues and jobs. Now only if the sailing is smooth.

India Bets on Cruises: New Ports, More Ships – Big Goals

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Carnival Turns Away From China

Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at Carnival’s earnings, Chinese outbound travelers, and new Indian traveler habits.

Carnival Turns Away From China

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Carnival is On the ‘Sidelines’ in China and Says Onboard Spending is ‘Off the Charts’

Carnival seems to be sailing on high demand, but rising costs are proving to be rough waters for the company.

Carnival is On the ‘Sidelines’ in China and Says Onboard Spending is ‘Off the Charts’

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Canada Cracks Down on Cruise Sewage Dumping

Canada is finally taking aggressive action on cruise ship pollution practices. Other countries need to follow their example.

Canada Cracks Down on Cruise Sewage Dumping