Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, today unveiled and opened for sale Norwegian Aura™, the longest and largest vessel in its fleet, which will homeport in Miami beginning in June 2027 following her debut in Europe in late May 2027.

Royal Caribbean Group is raising the bar for loyalty across the vacation industry with the introduction of Points Choice, part of a groundbreaking new program created to give loyal guests something extraordinary: the freedom to earn points on any of its three brands and apply them where they matter most, regardless of the ship they’re sailing.  

Royal Caribbean’s Royal Beach Club Paradise Island is officially open. The first-of-its-kind beach club destination welcomed its first vacationers Dec. 23, debuting an all-inclusive beach day that combines the vibrancy and beauty of The Bahamas with Royal Caribbean signature touches.

Effective January 7, 2026, the cruise line will exclusively welcome guests aged 18 and older for all new reservations for future voyages, elevating the onboard ambiance and responding to the preferences of its guests.

MSC Cruises has completed a major refurbishment of MSC Magnifica at the Palumbo Malta Shipyard, marking the start of her winter sailings in the Mediterranean ahead of the 2026 MSC World Cruise.

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 59-year history of breaking boundaries, today announced its highly anticipated winter 2027/28 deployment and the return of its guest-favorite Free at Sea Plus package offering more unlimited amenities, including premium beverages, streaming Wi-Fi, Starbucks and more.

Today, Royal Caribbean officially marked the debut of Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in The Bahamas with a ribbon cutting ceremony just days ahead of welcoming its first vacationers on Dec. 23.

Today, the world's most-awarded adults-only cruise brand is launching the broadest Status Match program ever offered, extending instant status recognition to about 50 million travelers who hold high-tier status with more than 35 airline, hotel and cruise loyalty programs. They believe travel should be rewarded, explorers should be valued and loyalty should always feel like love, not fine print.

MSC Cruises revealed an expanded list of entertainment activities that will be rolled out at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve starting January 2026 onwards.

The one-year countdown to the launch of MSC Cruises’ latest flagship, MSC World Asia, has begun. The state-of-the-art flagship is set to become the latest World Class ship to join the cruise line’s fleet, inviting guests to experience the Art of Cruising beginning December 2026.

The happy place of vacationers has officially arrived. Celebrity Xcel has arrived in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, introducing seven brand-new experiences designed to offer guests endless possibilities on their dream vacation.

Crystal, the leader in exceptional cruise experiences, announced today the name of its new ship: Crystal Grace. This is the first ocean new build for the brand in 25 years and under the ownership of AKTG (Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group).

The ship that revolutionized family vacations is set to deliver the biggest adventures yet from Texas. The show-stopping Icon of the Seas will sail from Galveston for the first time starting August 2027, joining Royal Caribbean’s new action-packed lineup of unforgettable getaways for the 2027-28 season.

A hero’s welcome awaited the new Disney Cruise Line ship, the Disney Destiny, Monday evening during a sensational christening celebration at its homeport of Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

In a radiant evening celebration illuminated by celestial hues and filled with unforgettable moments, Star Princess – the newest and most innovative ship from Princess Cruises – was officially named by godparents, Camila and Matthew McConaughey.

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the City of Jacksonville, and the Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) today celebrated the cruise line’s first-ever voyage from Jacksonville, Fla., aboard Norwegian Gem.

Today Celebrity Cruises took delivery and welcomed its newest ship – Celebrity Xcel – and announced the name of its sixth Edge Series ship – Celebrity Xcite – as the ship’s first piece of steel was cut and construction commenced at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire.

Today, the recently refreshed Queen Elizabeth arrived at PortMiami for the first time to begin a season of highly anticipated Caribbean voyages.