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CroisiEurope is marking its 50th anniversary after one of its strongest years to date. In 2025, the company carried more than 205,000 passengers, served 1.8 million meals, and reached 97% …

Seatrade Cruise Global will debut its first Wellness Oasis at the 2026 event, April 13 to 16 in Miami. Created with Spark Cooperative, the space will feature wellness programming and …

Oceania Cruises is inviting guests to mark America’s 250th anniversary with select Alaska and New England voyages in 2026. The itineraries highlight destinations and history aboard smaller ships. Between May …

MSC Magnifica has completed a major refurbishment at Palumbo Malta Shipyard and resumed winter sailings in the Mediterranean ahead of the 2026 MSC World Cruise. The ship now features two …

PortMiami had a strong year in Fiscal Year 2025, from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025, with record cruise passenger numbers and steady cargo growth. The port welcomed 8,564,225 …

Princess Cruises announced that Discovery Princess has been named the “Coolest Way To See Alaska” in the Good Housekeeping 2026 Travel Awards! The awards recognize the best travel experiences for …

In March 2026, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) will debut two new shows on the all-new Norwegian Luna: “Rocket Man: A Celebration of Elton John,” a hit-filled tribute to the music …

In 2025, the Port of Québec hosted cruise ships across nearly the entire year, from late January through early November, showcasing its ability to operate in all seasons. Cruise calls …

Silversea has completed its 2025 Venetian Society Reunion Voyage aboard Silver Spirit, hosting a record number of loyalty members from October 17–29. The sailing departed from Fusina (Venice) and sailed …

National Geographic–Lindblad Expeditions reports a strong rise in multi-generational family travel to the Galápagos this summer, reflecting growing interest in shared, meaningful experiences and new opportunities for travel advisors. The …

Explora Journeys has unveiled a collection of Pre- and Post-Journey Destination Immersions to complement its Summer 2027 itineraries, including the debut of Alaska sailings aboard EXPLORA III. The land programs, …

Seabourn announced its 2027 summer ocean and 2027–2028 expedition itineraries, with new voyages to Alaska, Japan, Antarctica, and beyond.  The season will include 111 departures, 72 itineraries, and visits to …

Norwegian Cruise Line will open a nearly six-acre waterpark on its private island, Great Stirrup Cay, in summer 2026. The new Great Tides Waterpark will feature over 19 waterslides, an …

Holland America Line is elevating its onboard entertainment with exciting enhancements—from expanded live music offerings and a reimagined entertainment team structure to all-new World Stage productions and enriched cultural programming. …

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is offering a two-night pre- or post-voyage resort stay at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands in December! Two new itineraries will take guests aboard the 226-suite …

Virgin Voyages is launching its first True Crime Voyage, a five-night Caribbean cruise with true crime storytelling.  The specialty cruise sets sail Oct. 10, just in time for Halloween, and …

Oceania Cruises is debuting a Gérard Bertrand Food and Wine Pairing lunch aboard Oceania Allura during its inaugural season, beginning July 18.  The six-course lunch includes premium dishes paired with …

Holland America Line announced the return of its popular behind-the-scenes ship tours today. Guests can now book guided access to areas typically reserved for officers and crew, including the ship’s …

HX Expeditions will expand its Antarctic kayaking and camping program in October with new gear and activities, making it the largest and most diverse in the cruise industry. The program …

Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Liberty resumed sailings from New Orleans on Sunday following a dry dock that included updates to the Cloud9 Spa, the addition of a WaterWorks aqua park, …