cruise news

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.

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.

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.

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.

Quark Expeditions unveils its earliest seasonal programme in 35 years, featuring 70+ polar departures, guided photography programmes, and Northwest Passage voyages for 2028–2029.

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.

Marina del Rey celebrates the grand opening of the Northwind Luxury Yacht Dining Experience, transforming a historic 1930-built vessel into an exclusive floating fine dining destination on California's waterfront.

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.

Carnival Corporation completes major pier expansion at Celebration Key, doubling berth capacity to four ships and projecting 3.5 million annual visitors by 2027.

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.

Antarctica21 launches merit-based FAM contest for North American travel advisors, offering free cabin on Classic Antarctica Air-Cruise aboard Magellan Explorer in February 2027.

America's cruise industry is set to welcome 21.7 million passengers in 2026, transforming coastal economies from Miami to Alaska. AAA data reveals unprecedented growth driving jobs, revenue, and revival across US port cities.