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The global cruise
industry is entering 2026 with a wave of transformation, as evolving
traveller behaviours and shifting
expectations drive cruise lines to rethink their offerings. For Africa’s
tourism professionals, these changes signal both new opportunities and
challenges, as the continent’s ports and destinations b… read more
The Port of Mombasa has ushered in
the new year with a significant milestone, welcoming the
Crystal Symphony as its first cruise ship
arrival of 2026. This event marks the beginning of what industry
insiders anticipate will be a vibrant cruise tourism season for Kenya’s
principal seaport. The luxury ve… read more
Seabourn
has spotlighted South Africa as the
pivotal midpoint of its newly announced 2028 Cape to Cape
World Cruise, one of the most daring global itineraries
in luxury cruising. With the Seabourn Quest
set to depart from Miami on January 7, 2028, and reach Dover after… read more
Regent
Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled a groundbreaking set of
itineraries for the 2026/27 season, positioning Cape
Town and South Africa at the heart of its global luxury
cruise network. Among the highlights are a 25-night
transcontinental sailing from Lisbon to Cape Town and a
… read more
Durban,
South Africa’s premier domestic cruise hub, is preparing to welcome
more than 1.3 million visitors over the
upcoming festive season, a figure that highlights the city’s robust
recovery as a key coastal tourism and cruise gateway during the southern
hemisphere summer. This optimistic outlook was shared by
… read more
The
Crystal Symphony, a staple in the luxury
cruise market since its launch in 1996, has returned to service after a
thorough three-week refurbishment in Genoa, Italy. This latest
transformation signals not only a renewal of the ship’s public spaces
and accommodation but also a strategic commitment to Africa and the
… read more
The
unveiling of Azamara Cruises’ 2028 World
Cruise marks a significant milestone for the African
cruise landscape, with Cape Town emerging
as a pivotal embarkation and disembarkation point on this ambitious
175-night journey. Set to depart from Miami on January 5th, 2028, aboard
the Azamara … read more
A revived proposal for an elevated Sky Train
system in Cape Town is generating renewed interest among
tourism and cruise industry stakeholders, with the potential to
dramatically reshape how cruise passengers move between the
Cape Town Cruise Terminal, the city centre,
and Cape Town International Airpo… read more
The
international cruise scene is set for another boost as
TUI Cruises unveils its latest flagship,
Mein Schiff Flow, which will embark on an
18-night repositioning voyage from Cape Town to the Middle East in late
2026. This high-profile call further elevates Cape Town’s status as a
pivotal player on… read more
The
AmaWaterways Africa Safaris & Wildlife cruise
programme is set for a notable expansion in August 2026,
unveiling four fresh itineraries ranging from nine to 18 nights. This
development promises to reshape the landscape for premium safari and
river cruise offerings across Southern and Eastern
Africa… read more
2026 Ushers in a New Era of Cruise Innovation: Shorter Voyages, Event Cruises and Personalised Luxus
Crystal Symphony’s Return to Mombasa Signals New Era for East African Cruise Tourism
Seabourn Places South Africa at Centre of 2028 Cape to Cape World Cruise
Regent Seven Seas’ New Long-Haul Cruises Elevate Cape Town’s Role in Global Luxury Voyages
Durban Gears Up to Welcome Over 1.3 Million Festive Season Visitors, Boosting Coastal Tourism
Azamara’s 2028 World Cruise Elevates Cape Town as a Strategic Hub for Global Voyages
Proposed Cape Town Sky Train Could Transform Cruise Terminal Access and Urban Mobility
New Mein Schiff Flow Debut Puts Cape Town at the Heart of Cruise Repositioning Routes
New African River and Wildlife Journeys Elevate Multi-Destination Safari Experiences for 2026
