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Drew Barrymore and Orlando Bloom will return in a new commercial for MSC Cruises’ “Let’s Holiday” campaign as the cruise line rolls out its winter 2027–2028 deployment. MSC Cruises on …

MSC Cruises has opened bookings for its newest ship, MSC World Atlantic, which begins sailing from Port Canaveral in November 2027. The ship will offer MSC’s blend of European style …

Regent Seven Seas Cruises marked a major milestone for Seven Seas Prestige as the ship floated from dry dock on November 27, 2025. As Regent’s first new ship class in …

Oceania Cruises is offering up to 30 percent off more than 140 voyages, with the option of a double shore excursion credit or unlimited wine, beer, and spirits. The offer …

MSC Cruises has announced new entertainment and family activities coming to Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve starting January 2026. These additions expand the offerings at MSC’s private island in The …

Windstar Cruises is preparing to launch Star Seeker, the first of two new all-suite yachts. The yacht began sea trials in Portugal on October 23. Windstar today announces that Libby …

Explora Journeys, part of the MSC Group, is teaming up with Hilton to launch Hilton Honors Adventures, a new part of Hilton’s loyalty program focused on travel experiences. Explora Journeys …

Silversea has launched its 2026 Wave Season offer, available on more than 800 voyages. Travelers can explore destinations from Athens to Antarctica with savings of up to 40 percent on …

Oceania Cruises has introduced two new dining concepts for Oceania Sonata, the first ship in its new Sonata Class, launching in August 2027. The ship will feature La Table par …

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 …

Century Star, the newest ship in Century Cruises’ fleet, will begin sailing the Danube River on September 18, 2026. This follows the company’s recent growth, which includes four eco-friendly ships …

Victory Cruise Lines announces that photographer Gary Bogdon will join the Victory I as a guest lecturer for the April 25 to May 5, 2026, Toronto to Chicago sailing. This …

Silversea has launched its 2025/2026 Caribbean and Central America season, starting with Silver Shadow on the first of 33 voyages through March 5, 2025. Four ships will sail seven- to …

I was so honored to moderate a powerhouse panel today with some of the brightest minds in the cruise industry at the inaugural Connecting Conversations event at the Brightline Trains  …

Oceania Cruises has unveiled Oceania Sonata, the first ship in the new Sonata Class. Debuting in 2027, the ship marks the next phase in the line’s fleet development. As the …

Holland America Line has introduced a new show that’s already generating a lot of buzz on board. “Fosse and Verdon, The Duet That Changed Broadway” made its debut on Koningsdam …

Celebrity Xcel has arrived in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with seven new guest experiences. Xcel is the fifth ship in the Edge Series and includes updates based on input from the …

Oceania Cruises celebrated the arrival of its newest ship, Oceania Allura, with a Miami ceremony honoring a group of godparents from Food & Wine’s Best New Chefs program. Tavel Bristol-Joseph, …

Crystal has announced the name of its newest ship, Crystal Grace. This is the brand’s first new ocean build in 25 years and the first under AKTG (Abercrombie & Kent …