The Caribbean

Ponant Plans 48 Caribbean and Central America Cruises

Ponant announces robust winter schedule for 2026-2027 season, featuring 48 sailings across 11 itineraries throughout Central America and Caribbean

The coastline of Costa Rica

Half Moon Cay Anchors Holland America’s New Campaign

Half Moon Cay plays a central role in Holland America Line’s newly launched “Refreshingly Free” campaign, which rolled out earlier this month.

A tropical white sandy beach in the Bahamas

Holland America’s Caribbean Cruises Offer a Quieter Escape

Holland America has launched a fresh marketing initiative with a twist. It’s emphasizing what sets it apart by spotlighting what it doesn’t offer

The Holland America Koningsdam cruise ship in port

MSC Opera to Sail Caribbean Year-Round from 2026

MSC Cruises has revealed plans for the MSC Opera to remain in the South Caribbean throughout the entire year, starting from winter 2026-27.

The MSC Opera cruise ship

Disney Cruise Inspires Caribbean Students With Career Tours

Disney is expanding its youth outreach through the Treasure Tomorrow initiative, offering students across the Caribbean a firsthand look at maritime careers

A Disney Cruise ship in the Caribbean

Carnival Magic’s November 1 Sailing Becomes Adults-Only

Guests who are booked on the November 1st sailing of Carnival Magic were recently notified that the voyage is now exclusively for adults.

The Carnival Magic cruise ship

Cayman Voters Reject Cruise Berthing Development Plan

Cayman Island residents vote against plan to construct cruise ship facilities in George Town, showing public opposition to the proposed development

Small boats moored off a beach in the Cayman Islands

AIDA Hosts CDEMA for Sustainability Briefing in Barbados

AIDA welcomed officials from the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency aboard AIDAbella to discuss the cruise line’s sustainable ship ops

The AIDAbella cruise ship in a port

Carnival Rolls Out Digital Shore Excursion Platform

Carnival launches new digital platform designed to replace paper tickets for shore excursions, aiming to streamline check-ins and communication.

guests checking in to Celebration Key with the mobile app

Cruise Passenger Fined $2,500 for Drugs in Bermuda

Cruise passenger who disembarked in Bermuda and asked about local drug laws fined after authorities find her in possession of cannabis and cocaine

A marajuana leaf

Sky Princess Itinerary Switched to Eastern Caribbean Route

Princess Cruises has announced a full change to the itinerary for the Sky Princess sailing which is departing on December 28th, 2025.

The bow of a Princess cruise ship

MSC World America Makes First Call to San Juan Port

The Puerto Rico government marked the maiden arrival of MSC World America with a plaque exchange ceremony at the Port of San Juan on April 15th.

The port of San Juan, Puerto Rico as seen from the ocean

MSC World America Begins Caribbean Sailings from Miami

The newly launched MSC World America has officially begun its maiden voyage to the Caribbean, following its recent arrival at PortMiami.

PortMiami cruise terminal

NCL Plans Major Upgrades for Great Stirrup Cay in 2025

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reveals plans to introduce a range of new features and guest experiences at its private island, Great Stirrup Cay.

A Norwegian Lines cruise ship sailing at sunset

Margaritaville at Sea Reveals 2027 Cruise Itineraries

Margaritaville at Sea has announced its lineup for 2027 for the Margaritaville at Sea Islander, introducing the ship’s first-ever 8-night cruises

The Margaritaville logo painted on a wooden beach table

Celebrity Cruises Drops Labadee Stops Through 2025 - 2026

Celebrity Cruises has announced the removal of several scheduled calls to Labadee, Haiti, from its itineraries between April 2025 and April 2026.

The Celebrity Apex cruise ship

Curaçao Launches Study to Guide Sustainable Tourism Growth

Curaçao has joined forces with Sustainable Travel International and the George Washington University to evaluate the impacts of tourism.

A sign saying Curacao on the island of Curacao

Queen Elizabeth Refreshed Ahead of Alaska & Caribbean Trips

Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth has completed a 3 week refurbishment at Seatrium’s Admiralty Yard, Singapore, unveiling updated interiors and amenities.

The Queen Elizabeth cruise ship

Aruba Passenger Arrested for Attempted Firearm Boarding

A man was detained in Aruba after he tried to board the Royal Caribbean cruise ship Oasis of the Seas with a firearm, according to local media.

A Royal Caribbean cruise ship

Royal Caribbean to Launch 2-5 Night Getaways in 2026-27

Royal Caribbean International is set to offer 2 to 5 night cruises to the Caribbean and the Bahamas across 11 ships during the 2026-27 season.

The Liberty of the Seas cruise ship at sea