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AIDAprima is Back: Fresh Look and Norway Bound After Dry Dock

AIDAprima is back in service! Today, on May 13, 2026, the ship casts off from Hamburg-Steinwerder to kick off its Norwegian summer season. Previously, the cruise giant spent two weeks in dry dock for its mandatory ten-year class renewal. Contrary to some rumors, this shipyard stay did not take place at Blohm+Voss in Hamburg, but at Damen Shiprepair in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The massive dry dock there provided the perfect conditions for comprehensive work on the hull and onboard technology.
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May 13, 2026 at 10:08 AM

MS Deutschland: Start of the Final Cruise Season for Phoenix Reisen

On May 12, 2026, it was time to cast off in Bremerhaven for the last time for the MS Deutschland under the flag of Phoenix Reisen. The well-known classic cruise ship set sail for its final summer season, which will continue until September 2026. This marks the end of a long and successful era for the former TV "Traumschiff" in the German market.
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May 13, 2026 at 9:25 AM

Maiden Call in Le Havre: Mein Schiff Relax Celebrates Premiere in France

Today, on May 12, 2026, the Mein Schiff Relax is celebrating her maiden call in Le Havre. The lead ship of TUI Cruises' brand-new InTUItion class has moored as scheduled on the French English Channel coast. For HAROPA Port, the strategic alliance of the ports of Le Havre, Rouen, and Paris, this is a real highlight in what is already a strong season, with a total of over 200 cruise ships expected.
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May 12, 2026 at 1:23 PM

AIDAmar Celebrates 14th Birthday: Anniversary Cruise through the Baltic Sea to Visby

Happy Birthday, AIDAmar!
Today, Tuesday, May 12, 2026, there is a special reason to celebrate on board the AIDAmar: the popular cruise ship is celebrating its 14th birthday. Exactly 14 years ago today, she was officially christened during the Hamburg Port Anniversary. Despite her "teenage years," the AIDAmar is in top technical shape and remains a highly efficient asset within the fleet. Thanks to regular dry-dock updates and modern environmental technology, such as shore power capabilities, she is well-prepared for the future of maritime travel in 2026.
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May 12, 2026 at 9:05 AM

Alcohol Ban in the Bahamas: Cruise Passengers Angered

A short-notice alcohol ban in the Bahamas caused major dissatisfaction among cruise guests in mid-May 2026. The strict rules were implemented due to the national election day. However, the cruise line Royal Caribbean only informed its passengers about the upcoming dry stopover 48 hours before departure. This caused plenty of frustration on board. The exact same situation had already occurred during the early voting two weeks prior. Nevertheless, proactive communication from the company did not take place.
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May 11, 2026 at 1:01 PM

Hantavirus on Cruise Ship: Evacuation of the MV Hondius

An unprecedented evacuation operation is currently unfolding off the coast of Tenerife. The expedition cruise ship MV Hondius, operated by Oceanwide Expeditions, is anchored there. The reason is serious: a rare Andes Hantavirus outbreak has occurred on board. Three passengers have already lost their lives due to the infection. The pathogen is highly dangerous but, according to WHO experts, will not trigger a new pandemic, as it is far less contagious than, for example, the coronavirus.
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May 11, 2026 at 11:26 AM

Mein Schiff 1 Celebrates Its 8th Birthday: Event Cruises and New Routes

The Mein Schiff 1 is celebrating its eighth birthday today! Christened exactly eight years ago on May 11, 2018, during the Hamburg Port Anniversary, the cruise giant is appropriately spending this special day on the open ocean. Currently, the ship is sailing the western Mediterranean on the "Rock 'n' Sail 2026" cruise featuring Peter Maffay. This perfectly merges the ship's anniversary with a floating rock festival, creating an unforgettable holiday experience.
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May 11, 2026 at 11:05 AM

837th Hamburg Port Anniversary 2026: A Maritime Festival of Records and Traditions Meta-Title: Hamburg Port Anniversary 2026: Records & Ships

From May 8 to 10, 2026, Hamburg was in a state of positive emergency. The Hanseatic city celebrated its 837th Port Anniversary. Around 1.1 million people visited the largest port festival in the world. Under the fitting motto "We celebrate Hamburg's heart," guests experienced a unique blend of tradition, music, and maritime technology.
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May 11, 2026 at 6:56 AM

False Start in Singapore: Disney Adventure Evacuated After Power Failure

Shortly before the start of a four-day Asian cruise, the new Disney Adventure suffered a massive technical failure in Singapore. On May 7, 2026, the power went out, and shortly thereafter, the propulsion system failed completely. As a result, the cruise line had to cancel the trip the following day. Around 6,700 guests were safely and systematically evacuated from the ship and accommodated in luxury hotels in the city.
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May 11, 2026 at 6:12 AM

Hamburg Port Anniversary 2026: Spectacular Kick-off with Drones and Tall Ships

The 837th Hamburg Port Anniversary has kicked off brilliantly! In bright sunshine and pleasant temperatures around 22 degrees, countless visitors celebrated the world's largest port festival on its opening day. Around the Landungsbrücken and HafenCity, everything was focused on maritime enthusiasm, flanked by comprehensive security concepts that guaranteed a relaxed journey using public transport.
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May 9, 2026 at 3:07 PM

Cruise Boom 2026: How San Diego and San Antonio Are Redefining Port Success

The global cruise industry is currently experiencing a massive upswing. With a projected 37.2 million passengers in 2025 and enormous economic impacts, the demands on global ports are also rising. As geopolitical tensions increasingly burden traditional maritime trade routes, highly safe and stable regions in North and South America are moving into the focus of cruise lines. Two current examples from May 2026—San Diego in California and San Antonio in Chile—demonstrate how differently ports are responding to this growth.
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May 8, 2026 at 11:25 AM

837th Hamburg Port Anniversary: Opening, Ships & Traffic

The 837th Hamburg Port Anniversary is just around the corner. Today, Friday, May 8, 2026, the world's largest maritime festival will officially open at exactly 1:30 PM. At this moment, final preparations are underway. Until May 10, the Landungsbrücken and surrounding areas will then transform into a visitor magnet for around one million guests from home and abroad. Alongside the celebrations, however, the Hanseatic city is facing a massive stress test for its infrastructure and security network.
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May 8, 2026 at 11:00 AM

AIDAprima Zeitraffer - Einfahrt in den Hamburger Hafen am 28.04.2026

Am 28. April 2026 erreichte die AIDAprima den Hamburger Hafen. Dieses Video zeigt das Einlaufen des Kreuzfahrtschiffes am frühen Morgen im Zeitraffer. Nach einer Reise entlang der norwegischen Küste machte das Schiff am Cruise Center Steinwerder fest.
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May 8, 2026 at 9:21 AM

VIDEO: 360° AIDAprima Schiffs-Rundgang auf Deck 8

Herzlich willkommen an Bord der AIDAprima. In diesem 360-Grad-Video nehmen wir Sie mit auf einen informativen und sachlichen Rundgang über Deck 8. Entdecken Sie die vielfältigen Außen- und Innenbereiche dieses Decks ganz bequem von zu Hause aus.
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May 8, 2026 at 9:11 AM

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