Cruise news (new ships-tagged)

ACL-American Cruise Lines confirms fleet expansion with 10 new ships through 2028
ACL-American Cruise Lines has confirmed plans for a significant fleet expansion, announcing the construction of ten new vessels for the USA market...
October 30, 2025
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Uniworld's fleet expands with 4 new ships in 2027
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has detailed its most extensive fleet and itinerary expansion to date, confirming the launch of four ships and six...
October 29, 2025
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Explora Journeys announces exclusive preview cruise for EXPLORA III
MSC's Explora Journeys has unveiled an exclusive opportunity for select guests to experience EXPLORA III ahead of her official launch. The...
October 27, 2025
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Aqua Lares to launch 2026 Arctic & Scottish Isles expeditions
Ultra-luxury expedition line Aqua Expeditions has announced that its ice-class superyacht Aqua Lares will commence operations from May 30th, 2026...
October 26, 2025
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Celebrity Xcel delivered, construction underway on sister ship Xcite
Celebrity Cruises has accepted delivery of its newest Edge-series ship, Celebrity Xcel, and simultaneously initiated construction on its sixth Edge...
October 25, 2025
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RCI-Royal Caribbean begins construction of 7th OASIS-class ship
RCI-Royal Caribbean International has officially commenced the construction of its 7th OASIS-class ship (RCI OASIS PLUS), with a steel-cutting...
October 24, 2025
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Viking Cruises christened 9 new riverboats, including its 100th
In a ceremony held in Basel, Switzerland, the world's largest river shipowner Viking Holding celebrated the christening of its 100th ship, Viking...
October 23, 2025
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Scenic Cruises' newest superyacht Scenic Ikon debuts in 2028
The Scenic Ikon has been formally announced by Scenic Group as its next ultra-luxury expedition superyacht, scheduled for its inaugural debut in...
October 22, 2025
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Stena Line names its new methanol-ready hybrid vessel Stena Connecta
Swedish ferry operator Stena Line held the naming ceremony for its newest NewMax hybrid Ro-Ro vessel, Stena Connecta, at the China Merchants Jinling...
October 20, 2025
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MSC World Asia set to offer widest suite selection in MSC fleet
When the MSC World Asia commences Mediterranean sailings on December 4th, 2026, it will bring the most extensive array of suites ever offered within...
October 20, 2025
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Disney Destiny delivered by MEYER WERFT
On October 15th, MEYER WERFT completed the delivery of its newest cruise vessel, the Disney Destiny, to DCL-Disney Cruise Line. Measuring 340 metres...
October 16, 2025
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Travelmarvel Sirius ship starts Nile River cruises in 2026
APT Travel Group’s Travelmarvel announced the forthcoming debut of Travelmarvel Sirius, a 2000-launched/2025-refurbished riverboat for Nile...
October 16, 2025
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Emerald Astra starts Danube and Rhine cruises in May 2026, with godmother Toni Day
Emerald Cruises has confirmed that Emerald Astra, the newest vessel in its Star Ship fleet, will commence service on the Danube and Rhine rivers in...
October 14, 2025
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Crystal Cruises confirms construction milestones for first newbuild ship
Crystal has confirmed two key milestones in the construction timeline for its first new ship in a quarter century, marking a significant step in the...
October 14, 2025
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Oceania Allura to be christened under the patronage of Food & Wine’s Best New Chefs
Oceania Cruises has announced that the Food & Wine magazine’s renowned Best New Chefs franchise will serve as the official godparent of the...
October 14, 2025
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