Disney Cruise Line Christens Disney Adventure
Disney Cruise Line welcomed its newest ship, the Disney Adventure, to its rapidly expanding fleet in a dazzling entertainment showcase that celebrated the beloved Disney stories, characters, and music that come to life onboard.
Princess Cruises Celebrates Prestigious Ospitalità Italiana Certification for Alfredo's Pizzeria
From hand-stretched dough to time-honored Italian techniques perfected at sea, Princess Cruises proudly announces that Alfredo's Pizzeria aboard Sun Princess and Star Princess has been awarded the prestigious Ospitalità Italiana Certification, the highest global recognition for authentic Italian cuisine and hospitality.
MSC Cruises to Further Upgrade Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve
MSC Cruises announced today upgrades to Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, the cruise line’s private island in The Bahamas. The island will receive new facilities to enhance the guest experience and an extended pier to allow two ships to call simultaneously – due for completion in late 2027.
Diamond Princess Introduces New Specialty Dining Experiences
Princess Cruises' Diamond Princess, at 115,875 tons and accommodating 2,670 guests, added two specialty dining venues - Makoto Ocean and Princess' signature, guest‑favorite steakhouse Crown Grill, further elevating the onboard culinary experience.
Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils Norwegian Aura, Setting Sail in 2027
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 Introduces 'Points Choice'
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 Now Open
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.
Oceania Cruises Moves to an Adults-Only Experience
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.
Upgraded MSC Magnifica Returns for Mediterranean Voyages
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 Brings Back Free At Sea Plus
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.
Royal Caribbean and the Bahamas Host Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for First Royal Beach Club
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.
Virgin Voyages Launches New Status Match Program
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 Reveals New Family Entertainment Experiences at Ocean Cay
MSC Cruises revealed an expanded list of entertainment activities that will be rolled out at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve starting January 2026 onwards.
MSC Cruises Marks 12-Month Countdown to MSC World Asia
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.
Celebrity Xcel Officially Sets Sail
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 Announces Name of New Ship, Crystal Grace
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).
Icon of the Seas to Homeport in Galveston, Texas in 2027
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.
Disney Cruise Line Christens Disney Destiny
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.