Category: Cruises

Cruise ships: What the FOC?

Flying an FOC means that ships are subject to less regulation, making it more difficult for unions, industry stakeholders and the public to hold them accountable

‘Rage Against Tourism’ as Local Protesters Block Cruise Ships in Venice

Hundreds of local protesters took to the waters of Venice in Italy this week, in a fight against the rising number of cruise ships

Cruise lines pull out of Faroe Islands following animal rights campaign

Activists have long protested against the islands for their annual mass killing of whales in a practice known as the Grind.

Friends of the Earth releases 2016 Cruise Ship Report Card

FOE claims ongoing lack of initiative by cruise companies to install technologies that reduce pollution impact on travel destinations and local peoples.

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Discover Puerto Rico presents initiative to inspire conscious travel

Discover Puerto Rico, the Island’s official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), announces its Valentine’s Day initiative, “Love Letter from Puerto Rico,” with Puerto Rican actor and producer Amaury Nolasco.