Cruise Industry
Atlas Ocean Voyages/AOV is building in China sailing ship Atlas Adventurer
AOV-Atlas Ocean Voyages has confirmed that construction is underway (at a China Merchants Cruise Shipbuilding yard) on its first luxury...
January 21, 2026
ACL's newest ship American Encore starts in 2026 Columbia and Snake river cruises
ACL-American Cruise Lines has confirmed that its new riverboat, American Encore, remains on schedule for entry into service in May 2026, when it will...
January 20, 2026
Swan Hellenic introduces dedicated SCUBA diving programs on Raja Ampat cruises
Swan Hellenic has expanded its expedition offering with the introduction of dedicated SCUBA diving programs on four East Asia voyages operating in...
January 20, 2026
Cruise Europe schedules educational voyage on MSC Splendida ship
Cruise Europe will conduct a 4-day educational voyage aboard MSC Splendida beginning on February 7th, offering its members a structured program...
January 20, 2026
Uniworld celebrates 50th anniversary with themed river cruises
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has reached its fiftieth year of operation, marking five decades since the company’s founding in 1976 and its...
January 19, 2026
Ponant deploys two cruise ships in French Polynesia in 2026–2027
Ponant Explorations Group is set to expand its presence in French Polynesia beginning with the 2026–2027 winter season through the deployment...
January 19, 2026
NCL's Norwegian Prima breaks moorings during high winds at Port Canaveral
Norwegian Cruise Line’s ship Norwegian Prima temporarily broke away from the pier at Port Canaveral, Florida USA, on January 18th, 2026, after...
January 19, 2026
HAL-Holland America Line expands shore programs with community-focused excursions
HAL-Holland America Line has introduced two new shore excursion collections aimed at deepening guests’ engagement with the destinations visited...
January 18, 2026
Juneau passenger caps shift Alaska cruise ships toward Ketchikan
Ketchikan is projected to receive more cruise passengers than Juneau for the first time, reflecting the impact of voluntary ship and passenger limits...
January 18, 2026
Superyacht Emerald Kaia completes sea trials ahead of Adriatic inaugural season
Emerald Cruises has confirmed that its second ocean-going superyacht, Emerald Kaia, has successfully completed sea trials and remains on schedule for...
January 18, 2026
Mein Schiff Flow reveals InTUItion-class design and suite concept ahead of Dubai debut
TUI Cruises has detailed the design and hospitality framework that will shape the onboard experience aboard Mein Schiff Flow, the cruise line’s...
January 17, 2026
Royal Caribbean Group unveils cross-brand Points Choice loyalty program
RCG-Royal Caribbean Group has announced the launch of Points Choice, a new loyalty initiative that allows guests to earn points across the company...
January 17, 2026
Celebrity Xcel extends Mediterranean discovery through The Bazaar
Celebrity Xcel introduces an onboard approach to destination immersion that continues well beyond time spent ashore through The Bazaar, a multi-use...
January 17, 2026
Windstar Cruises introduces Star Seeker following Miami christening
Windstar Cruises has formally added Star Seeker to its fleet following a christening ceremony held in Miami. The event marked the vessel’s...
January 16, 2026
Azamara launches fleetwide “Azamara Forward” enhancement program
Azamara Cruises has announced the introduction of Azamara Forward, a comprehensive fleet enhancement program representing the most extensive...
January 16, 2026