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When MSC Asia debuts this December, it will feature five new offerings among the 40 bars, lounges, and cafes that will be onboard. New options will range from make-your-own sodas at the Clubhouse and Soda Bar to Italian aperitivos at The Terraces Bar & Lounge, among others. Leading off the new bar and lounge experiences is the Clubhouse and Soda Bar, a colorful and playful space inspired by … [Read more...]

The owner of Abercrombie & Kent is using the balance sheet of one of travel's best asset-light luxury businesses to rebuild Crystal Cruises. Company filings, credit ratings, and bond documents show what that transformation costs. Abercrombie & Kent spent most of its history as a relatively simple kind of luxury travel company. It sold expensive tours and safaris around the world without … [Read more...]

UnCruise Adventures will more than double capacity on its Aleutian Islands itinerary in 2028 and has opened bookings. The line will replace the 36-guest yacht Safari Explorer with the 74-guest Wilderness Explorer (pictured) for its 10-night Aleutian Islands Adventure with Dutch Harbor & Kodiak, citing strong demand. The 2025 debut of the itinerary sold out within days, according to the … [Read more...]

In the announcement, Dave Koz wrote It's our immense pleasure to announce our 2028 Dave Koz and Friends at Sea — Latin America & The Dutch Caribbean cruise will be sailing aboard Holland America's beautiful flagship — Rotterdam! Take a moment to imagine it…Costa Rica, Panama, Cartagena in Colombia, Curaçao and Aruba, non-stop entertainment, and a state of the art ship to come back to every … [Read more...]

Because the words "Choosin' Texas" aren't inescapable enough, officials from Margaritaville at Sea and the Port of Galveston leaned extra hard into Ella Langley's hit song Wednesday while announcing the Jimmy Buffett-themed cruise line's official arrival in Galveston next fall. In a media event Wednesday, the cruise line noted its existing ships just won't cut it in Texas. Margaritaville is … [Read more...]

The highest paid executive in cruise industry history has been denied additional compensation by the 11th Judicial Circuit Court in Miami. Frank Del Rio filed a lawsuit against his former employer Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH), arguing he was owed additional compensation as part of an under the table agreement he made with four board directors. The lawsuit argues Del Rio signed a 2.5 year, … [Read more...]

Malmö Port (CMP) is strengthening its commercial cruise team with the appointment of a dedicated Cruise Commercial Manager in Visby and several key role changes designed to support the continued growth of cruise operations across Copenhagen, Malmö and Visby. During August, Magnus Olsson joined CMP as Cruise Commercial Manager, Visby, establishing a dedicated commercial presence on Gotland. In this … [Read more...]

Guests can now book Carnival Tropicale, Carnival Cruise Line's newest ship and the final addition to its Excel class. As bookings open, the cruise line is also celebrating the ship's progression from concept to reality at MEYER WERFT'S shipyard in Papenburg, Germany. Setting Sail from Galveston Everything is bigger in Texas, and beginning April 15, 2028, Carnival Tropicale will bring a whole new … [Read more...]

The Funchal is being offered for sale through a sealed bid process that will run through late September, according to sources in Portugal. Last operated by Portuscale Cruises, the 1961-built vessel has spent most of the last 15 years docked at the Port of Lisbon. In an announcement published in Portugal's Correio da Manhã newspaper, a Madeira court said that the sale is part of the insolvency … [Read more...]

The first of six cruise ships scheduled to stop in southwestern Nova Scotia will be arriving Sept. 9 in Shelburne. The Seabourn Ovation, carrying about 500 passengers, will be spending the day in the historic seaside town. It is scheduled to arrive at 8 a.m. and depart at 4 p.m. Passengers will be tendered ashore at Dock Street. "It's exciting for us," said Jessica Dyer, executive co-ordinator … [Read more...]

Oceania Cruises today announced the industry's first entirely gluten-free ocean voyage. Sailing aboard Oceania Vista® in 2028, the groundbreaking journey will invite guests to experience the full breadth of the line's renowned culinary program without the need to navigate menus, question preparation practices or worry about cross-contact. Departing May 31, 2028, the 12-night roundtrip voyage from … [Read more...]

Europe's largest river cruise operator, CroisiEurope, has released details of its 2027 program which features over 170 river, canal and ocean itineraries on 50 ships, sailing on 43 waterways in 38 countries. On sale now, the comprehensive program of itineraries covers river cruises, ocean and coastal cruises, the canals of France and Belgium, themed cruises, long-haul and exotic destinations as … [Read more...]

Explorations by Oceania's unique sailing aboard the 'Regatta' offers travelers the opportunity to book shorter eight-day sailings or the full world cruise visiting six continents. Explorations by Oceania's Regatta ship departed from Rome on Tuesday, Sept. 1, officially beginning its 371-day all-inclusive journey with stops at more than 220 ports around the world, according to Australian travel … [Read more...]

New Azamara Shopping Rewards Elevates the Guest Experience Through Retail Rewards Integration that Extends Beyond the Voyage Itself. Starboard, the company reimagining retail for the world's leading vacation brands, and Azamara Cruises, the global leader in Destination Immersion®, today announced the launch of Azamara Shopping Rewards, a first-of-its-kind shopping rewards program. Powered by Open … [Read more...]

Princess Cruises is inviting Princess Captain's Circle Elite members to enter the "Share Your Princess Story" contest for a chance to ride aboard the cruise line's floral float in the 138th Rose Parade® presented by Honda on January 1, 2027, in Pasadena, Calif. Four winners will each receive a trip for two and the opportunity to "sail" down Colorado Boulevard on Princess' float; entries are open … [Read more...]

Travelmarvel, the premium arm of APT Travel Group, has launched its Worldwide 2027 Sale, offering travellers a range of exclusive extras and savings designed to add greater value to their holiday. Offers include complimentary cabin upgrades and up to €200 per person in onboard credit on selected river cruises*, as well as a £300 saving per couple* on worldwide small group and rail tours. The … [Read more...]

Hero of the Seas has now entered the outfitting phase of construction at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland. Royal Caribbean International has floated out its fourth Icon-class ship Hero of the Seas at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland, marking a construction milestone ahead of the vessel's scheduled debut in August 2027. The shipbuilding dock was filled with more than 90 million gallons of … [Read more...]

MSC Cruises has cancelled MSC Armonia's repositioning voyage to South Africa due to the security situation in the Red Sea region. The 26-night cruise had been scheduled to depart Marghera, Italy, on November 1st 2026, sailing through the Suez Canal and Red Sea before arriving in Durban. "Due to the persistent geopolitical situation in the Suez region and the impact this is having on maritime … [Read more...]

Hurtigruten has appointed Matt DeWitte as its new Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Americas. This marks Matt's return to the original Hurtigruten brand, where he served as Head of Marketing, Americas, from August 2022 until the brand split with HX Expeditions in January 2025. Matt then took on the role of Head of Marketing, Americas, Australia and New Zealand for HX. "We are so pleased to … [Read more...]

"On August 29, we welcomed Ambassador Cruise Line, one of our most regular cruise callers, and 30 travel agents for a fam trip to experience the destination first-hand", says Jerome Radanovic, Terminal of Honfleur cruise promoter. "Straight from the cruise terminal, our guests took the wheel of iconic French 2CV and headed into the Pays d'Auge countryside, with plenty of laughter along the way" he … [Read more...]