PortMiami Achieves Record-Breaking Day
On February 8, 2025, PortMiami, set a record by docking 10 cruise ships. The ships included Carnival Magic, Carnival Sunrise, Holland America Zaandam, MSC Seascape, Norwegian Escape, Norwegian Gem, Oceania Sirena, Icon of the Seas, Independence of the Seas, and Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady. Approxima
Disney Cruise Line Unveils Family Vacations for Summer 2026
Disney Cruise Line is launching summer 2026 itineraries with an expanded fleet of eight ships, offering more options than ever. Travelers can enjoy various experiences, from beaches to cities, all featuring Disney’s renowned entertainment, dining, and service. Early bookings for Castaway Club
Crystal Unveils First Half of 2027 Itineraries
Crystal has announced its complete 2027 itineraries for the first half of the year! The itineraries cover six continents and over 170 destinations. Journeys will take place on Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony. Voyages will include French Polynesia, the Amazon River, and the Mediterranean. In pa
American Cruise Lines Kicks Off Mississippi Season with Riverboat Fun in NOLA
American Cruise Lines is launching its 2025 Mississippi Season early with a special football event this week. MORE ABOUT THE EVENT Big Game Travel has chartered two of American’s riverboats for guests who purchased exclusive 3- and 4-night packages for the weekend’s big game in New Orlea
MSC Cruises Launches Sales for MSC World Asia
MSC Cruises has opened bookings for its latest world-class vessel, MSC World Asia, set to debut in December 2026! MSC WORLD ASIA ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS Beginning on December 11, 2026, MSC World Asia will offer seven-night winter sailings through the Western Mediterranean. The ship will stop at po
Victory Cruise Lines Announces American Wheels Giveaway
Victory Cruise Lines has announced the 2025 American Wheels Giveaway! Guests who book one of three sailings in May 2025 will have a chance to win a 1965 cherry-red Ford Mustang from Chairman John Waggoner’s collection or one of two new Harley-Davidson Sportster S models. “I have long been enamor
Dirty Dancing Live Show to Debut on MSC World America
Get ready for an exciting entertainment lineup aboard MSC World America! The ship will offer a variety of entertainment options around the clock, featuring stage shows, live music, and engaging activities for all ages. MSC World America represents a new chapter for the cruise line’s world-cl
Seabourn Quest Embarks on Alaska Season
Seabourn Quest will debut in Alaska in the 2025 season, offering 18 seven-day itineraries between Vancouver and Juneau from May to September. Guests can explore beautiful landscapes and cultures through the Ventures by Seabourn program. “Alaska is a destination that evokes awe and wonder,
Join Cunard in Co-Creating the ‘Sea of Glamour’ Exhibition
Future generations risk losing important childhood memories, according to research by Cunard. In response, Cunard is launching a physical exhibition, curated by photographer Mary McCartney, to celebrate 185 years of ocean travel and preserve these memories. MORE ABOUT THE STUDY An international stud
Celebrity Cruises Launches Premium River Cruises
Celebrity Cruises is launching a premium river cruise line this year, with bookings now open. Ten ships, modeled after the Edge Series ocean vessels, will explore major European rivers. Guests can expect unique itineraries, exceptional service, immersive experiences, and tailored shore excursions. &
Virgin Voyages’ Resilient Lady Makes Historic Debut in Cartagena, Colombia
Virgin Voyages’ Resilient Lady arrived in Cartagena, Colombia, on January 24 after departing from San Juan, Puerto Rico. This marks the first visit by the U.S.-based cruise line, underscoring Colombia’s growing importance in the global cruise sector. Cartagena welcomed 2,469 sailors, making it t
MSC Cruises Confirms Deployment from Port Canaveral Through 2028
MSC Cruises has announced plans to offer more cruises from Port Canaveral! The line’s fourth World Class ship will set sail year-round from the port starting in Winter 2027-28, featuring 7-night Caribbean itineraries. This unnamed ship will join MSC World America, the second World Class ship i
Windstar Cruises Introduces Windstar the Horse
Windstar Cruises has introduced Windstar the horse in collaboration with Grand Prix rider Kelli Cruciotti Vanderveen and Serenity Farm Show Stables in Wellington, Florida. This collaboration makes Windstar Cruises the first cruise line to work with an international show-jumping athlete and horse, hi
Drew Barrymore and Orlando Bloom to Headline MSC Cruises Big Game Commercial
MSC Cruises announced that Drew Barrymore and Orlando Bloom will star in the brand’s inaugural Big Game commercial. The 60-second ad will highlight MSC’s unique blend of European style and American comfort and feature its upcoming flagship, MSC World America. Barrymore and Bloom are part
Windstar To Partner with Stitch Lab for International Women’s Day
Windstar Cruises is partnering with Stitch Lab, which supports Latin American fashion designers, to celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month. They will host an International Women’s Cruise aboard Wind Surf from March 1 to 8, 2025, roundtrip from Philipsburg, St. Maarten. T
Cruise Greenland with HX
HX is launching cruises from New York to Greenland, starting June 21, 2025. The trips include flights from Newark to Nuuk and travel aboard the MS Fridtjof Nansen. “Greenland is on the cusp of transformation,” said Laali Berthelsen, Local Product Manager for HX Expeditions and Nuuk resident
Victory Cruise Lines Unveils 2026 Season
Victory Cruise Lines has announced its 2026 season, featuring 40 all-inclusive voyages that explore the Great Lakes and Canadian coasts with new ports and itineraries. During Wave Season, all 2026 voyages include a $2,000 savings per stateroom, valid until March 15, 2025. “It seems like yester
Queen Anne Arrives in PortMiami
Cunard made history with Queen Anne‘s maiden call in Miami, marking her second stop in North America since her launch in May 2024. This event represents a significant milestone for Cunard as they prepare for Queen Elizabeth‘s arrival in Miami on October 16, when she will become the first
Celebrity Cruises Unveils ‘Dream Makers’ Campaign
Celebrity Cruises is launching ‘Dream Makers,’ an initiative that allows travelers to test and vote on new experiences for the Celebrity Xcel, set to debut in November 2025. “Our goal is to ensure guests love our products and experiences, so involving them in perfecting Celebrity X
Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Reveals Alaska Itineraries Aboard Luminara
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s 2026 Alaskan itineraries aboard Luminara feature 13 departures between May and September, visiting 11 ports in Alaska and Canada! These voyages highlight destinations such as Hubbard and Sawyer Glaciers, Juneau, Ketchikan, and remote villages, with departure