Cruise Industry

The World Announces Epic 2025 Voyage Across Six Continents

The World, a luxury residential ship, has revealed its 2025 voyage, which will traverse five oceans and six continents, according to the company.

Hobart, Tasmania

Margaritaville at Sea Introduces First-Ever Nassau Itinerary

Margaritaville at Sea has announced its debut voyage to Nassau, Bahamas, aboard the Paradise, offering a new four-night itinerary.

The Margaritaville logo

Viking Unveils Six New Exclusive Asian Itineraries for 2025

Viking has announced the launch of six new itineraries in Asia for 2025, featuring exclusive access to destinations in Japan and China.

A neon-lit temple in the middle of Xi'an

Crystal Opens 2026 Bookings, Includes Japan Cherry Blossoms

Crystal has opened bookings for 2026 and will take travelers to a variety of destinations, including Indonesia, Japan, Africa, and the USA.

Mount Fuji with cherry tree in foreground

Oceania Cruises Announces New Caribbean Sailings from Tampa

Oceania Cruises is expanding its winter sailing options in early 2026 with new Caribbean and Panama Canal itineraries departing from Tampa.

Tampa coastline

Half Moon Cay Features in Carnival's 2026, 2027 Itineraries

Carnival has rolled out new itineraries for seven of its ships, set to depart from Miami, Port Canaveral, Galveston, and Baltimore in 2026, 2027.

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas

Viking Takes Cautious Approach to Chinese Market Expansion

Viking is approaching the Chinese market with caution, as discussed by CFO Leah Talactac during the company’s second quarter earnings call.

Shanghai's Pudong skyline at dusk

Royal Caribbean Group Expands Icon Class Fleet with Order

Royal Caribbean announces signing of agreement with shipbuilder Meyer Turku to construct fourth Icon Class vessel, set for delivery in 2027.

The Icon of the Seas cruise ship

PortMiami Set to Activate Shore Power at Five Cruise Berths

PortMiami is soon to have five berths equipped to provide shore power for cruise ships, thanks to a project completed in just under three years.

Miami cruise port

Ambassador Cruise Line Partner with Croquet England

Ambassador Cruise Line has entered into a three-year sponsorship agreement with Croquet England, becoming their Official Cruise Line Partner.

Croquet sticks and balls lying on grass

Cartagena to Rejoin Royal Caribbean as a Homeport in 2025

Cartagena is to again become one of Royal Caribbean's key homeports, as part of a winter schedule for Latin America and the Southern Caribbean.

Cartagena, Colombia's waterfront

Explora Journeys to Feature at 37th America’s Cup Race Village

Explora Journeys has announced its participation in the Official Race Village of the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup, set to take place in Barcelona.

Yachts sailing in the America's Cup

Carnival Panorama Begins 18-Night Voyage to Alaska & Japan

The Carnival Panorama departs from its homeport in Long Beach today, embarking on an 18-night cruise that takes passengers to Alaska and Japan.

Yokohama at night as seen from the water

Bordeaux Considers Relocating Cruise Ship Docking

The city of Bordeaux, France is evaluating the possibility of moving the docking area for cruise ships away from the historic Port de La Lune.

The Gironde River in Bordeaux

Viking Takes Delivery of New Nile River Ship, Viking Hathor

Viking has officially received its latest Nile River vessel, the Viking Hathor, according to a recent press release issued by the company.

The River Nile in Cairo

Carnival Announces Changes for Carnival Spirit 25-26 Sailings

Carnival Cruise Line has notified booked passengers of adjustments recently made to the 2025-26 itineraries for the Carnival Spirit.

Bimini, Bahamas

Celestyal Offers Free Voyages to USA Olympic Medalists

Celestyal Cruises has unveiled a special offer providing free cruises to all Team USA athletes who won medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

Close up of the Eiffel Tower with the Olympic rings

Star of the Seas to Debut from Port Canaveral in 2025

Royal Caribbean has announced that Star of the Seas will offer a variety of vacation experiences departing from Port Canaveral from August 2025.

Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas

Emerald Cruises Unveils Three New Caribbean Itineraries

Emerald Cruises has introduced three fresh Caribbean itineraries set to launch in early 2025, as announced in a recent press release.

An aerial view of the Caribbean islands

Carnival Announces 2026-27 Itineraries & Solar Eclipse Cruise

Carnival Cruise Line has revealed its deployment plans for the 2026-27 season, highlighting new itineraries to European and Alaskan destinations.

The Carnival Spirit in Alaska