Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning. I was on the ship's maiden voyage in mid-July, departing from Trieste, Italy, to Athens, Greece, with stops in Croatia's Rijeka and Dubrovnik,

The Florida-bound Star Princess, the second ship in Princess Cruises’ largest class of ships, completed its sea trials before its planned debut this fall.

According to reports and a statement from Royal Caribbean RCL, the passenger did not fall through the hole, but was nevertheless injured when a piece of acrylic glass broke off from the slide. Icon of the Seas, which can hold up to 7,600 passengers plus crew, was dubbed the largest cruise ship in the world when it launched in 2024.

Carnival Festivale’s keel laying ceremony, which was held on Aug. 18, paid tribute to the music-themed ship with commemorative coins placed under its 598-ton keel block. The Carnival Cruise Line ship – which is under construction at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany – will house two music-themed zones on decks six, seven and eight.

A look around the world’s largest cruise ship shows an interior Central Park, art, waterslides, pools and plenty of spaces for relaxing.

Retiring on a cruise ship costs $65,000 to $200,000-plus annually. We take you through the pros and cons of setting sail for your golden years.

Ever dreamed of quitting your job and living full-time on a cruise ship? Meet Belencia Wallace — aka Ladybug Travel — a registered nurse who sold nearly everything she owned to spend 15-months straight at sea.

Diana Ross, 81, Stuns at Stern Grove Days After Canceling Cruise Ship Shows originally appeared on Parade. Diana Ross ’ stage presence is as fierce as ever and the iconic singer looked ageless, reminding fans that style and talent never fade.