cruise news

Celebrity River Cruises expands European offerings with curated multi-day land stays before and after sailings, featuring local storytellers and immersive Discovery Collection Tours across four major cities.

Viking Cruises integrates sports tourism into cruise experiences with symbolic 'Viking Row' event aboard Viking Vela in Oslo, signaling a shift toward emotionally-driven, event-linked cruise travel during major global tournaments.

Four Seasons Yachts launches exclusive private island experiences aboard Four Seasons I, transforming Caribbean luxury cruising with curated access to Prickly Pear and Norman's Cay.

Aurora Expeditions marks 35 years with major discounts on polar expeditions. Save up to 30% on Antarctica, Arctic, and global cruise itineraries through 2027 with air travel credits included.

HX Expeditions partners with University of Tasmania to launch free pre-departure Alaska educational course, transforming how cruise passengers prepare for Arctic expedition travel with science-based learning.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises unveils the Solara Sports Deck aboard Seven Seas Prestige, combining high-end design with outdoor recreation and wellness amenities launching December 2026.

Royal Caribbean International shortened its Allure of the Seas January 10, 2027 sailing from five to four nights, eliminating Nassau and switching to a single-destination Cozumel itinerary due to Caribbean port coordination requirements.

Saga's ocean cruise business drove H1 2026 expansion with 93% occupancy rates and 13% higher per-diem pricing, while net debt fell £104.8M year-on-year amid strong advance bookings.

Carnival Cruise Line's America250 patriotic celebration aboard Carnival Radiance at Long Beach signals a major shift toward immersive themed cruises and West Coast cruise tourism growth in 2026.

MSC Cruises' flagship MSC Bellissima officially homeports in Shanghai starting August 1, 2026, launching competitive five to seven-night Asian itineraries and reshaping the region's luxury cruise landscape.

Quark Expeditions opens early bookings for 2028-29 polar seasons, featuring 70+ itineraries, guided photography programs, and 470 nights dedicated to climate research across Arctic and Antarctic routes.

Aranui Cruises unveils massive 2026 promotional discounts reaching $2,000 per couple on premium expeditions to French Polynesia, Japan, Vanuatu, and the Philippines, reshaping luxury cruise accessibility.