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Princess Cruises will return as an official participant in the 138th Rose Parade, presented by Honda, on January 1, 2027. Returning for the second consecutive year, Princess will unveil a …

Princess Cruises has opened sales for its 2028 Alaska season, featuring 185 departures across 14 itineraries aboard eight ships. The season will include cruises aboard Star Princess, as well as …

Sea Cloud Cruises is offering complimentary suite upgrades on select 2027 voyages aboard Sea Cloud II and Sea Cloud Spirit. Guests who book eligible sailings by October 31, 2026, will …

Explora Journeys has marked the departure of EXPLORA III following the ship’s naming ceremony in Barcelona, as the newest vessel in the fleet begins service! After the ceremony at the …

Crystal has confirmed an order with Fincantieri for a third next-generation ocean ship, scheduled for delivery in 2034! The vessel will join Crystal Grace, scheduled to debut in 2028, and …

Transcend Cruises has officially launched MS Connect, the world’s first river cruise ship designed exclusively for charter sailings. The ship was named during a ceremony on August 3, 2026, in …

Norwegian Cruise Line has released the first look at Great Tides Waterpark, the new attraction opening at Great Stirrup Cay on September 4, 2026. Great Tides Waterpark The nearly six-acre …

Explora Journeys has officially named EXPLORA III in Barcelona, marking the arrival of the brand’s first LNG-powered ship and the third vessel in its six-ship fleet!Following its delivery in Genoa …

Atlas Ocean Voyages has introduced Extraordinary Expeditions, a collection of extended voyages aboard Atlas Adventurer, which is scheduled to debut in November 2028. The collection includes four itineraries ranging from …

MSC Cruises has revealed the retail offerings aboard MSC World Asia, which will begin sailing the Mediterranean in December 2026. The ship will feature boutiques and retailers offering luxury goods, …

MSC Cruises has opened bookings for its Summer 2028 Alaska season. MSC Poesia will sail weekly seven night itineraries from Seattle through Sept. 18, 2028, visiting ports across Alaska. “Alaska …

Princess Cruises is marking 25 years since becoming the first cruise line to connect a ship to Juneau’s hydroelectric shore power system. Since 2001, the cruise line has partnered with …

MSC Cruises has welcomed marine mammal observer Maria Snell aboard MSC Poesia as part of its partnership with marine conservation organization ORCA. During the ship’s Alaska season, Snell will conduct …

Aman at Sea has completed the float out of Amangati, the brand’s first ocean-going yacht, at the T. Mariotti shipyard in Genoa, Italy. The milestone marks the completion of the …

Explora Journeys has taken delivery of EXPLORA III from Fincantieri’s Sestri Ponente shipyard in Genoa, marking a milestone in the cruise line’s six-ship fleet expansion. EXPLORA III is the third …

From tai chi in Bangkok to yoga and wine tasting in Santorini, Oceania Cruises is highlighting its Wellness Discovery Tours, which pair destination experiences with wellness-focused activities. Oceania Cruises offers …

Century Cruises is expanding to Egypt with its first Nile River cruise itineraries for the 2027 season. The expansion follows the company’s Yangtze River operations in China and its recent …

Silversea has launched its new S.A.L.T. (Sea And Land Taste) Culinary Voyages, a collection of itineraries that showcase local food, culture, and traditions. The inaugural collection features seven sailings aboard …

Classic rock is taking center stage aboard Holland America Line’s Oosterdam. The cruise line has introduced four new World Stage productions, including a new Rolling Stone show created with RWS …

Travelers can explore Baja California Sur aboard UnCruise Adventures’ small-ship expeditions through the Gulf of California. UnCruise Adventures offers Baja California Sur itineraries aboard the 66-passenger Safari Voyager. Sailings include …