Cruise News
The latest headlines from every major cruise line — fleet, itineraries, awards and industry moves.
Royal Caribbean Opens Massive 2028 Summer Program
Royal Caribbean has officially opened bookings for its 2028 summer season, featuring its most ambitious deployment of the Icon Class fleet to date.
Carnival Cruise Line Launches Interactive Twitch Livestream
Carnival Cruise Line has introduced 'Play Carnival,' an interactive livestream series designed to merge cruising with online gaming.
China Takes Delivery of Second Domestically Built Cruise Ship
China has officially received its second large domestically built cruise ship, the Adora Flora City, marking a milestone in its maritime development.
China Takes Delivery of Adora Flora City
China has officially received its second domestically built large cruise ship, marking a milestone in the country's growing shipbuilding capabilities.
Disney Cruise Line Names New Japan-Bound Ship
Disney Cruise Line has officially named its upcoming Japan-based vessel 'Disney Imagination' ahead of its scheduled spring 2029 launch.
Japan’s Disney cruise liner gets a name ahead of 2029 launch
Tokyo Disney Resort operator has officially named its first Disney-themed cruise ship the Disney Imagination.
Japan’s First Disney Cruise Liner Named 'Disney Imagination'
Tokyo Disney Resort operator has officially named its upcoming 140,000-ton cruise ship 'Disney Imagination' ahead of its 2029 launch.
Galaxy Cruises Expands Galapagos Fleet
Ecuador-based Galaxy Cruises has added two new vessels to its fleet operating in the Galapagos Islands.
Mein Schiff 3 Collision Leads to Voyage Cancellations
TUI Cruises has canceled consecutive sailings for the Mein Schiff 3 following a collision that damaged the ship's hull and lifeboats.
Royal Caribbean Announces Icon-Class Change for 2028
Royal Caribbean has confirmed that the Legend of the Seas will not return to the Mediterranean for the 2028 summer season.
Royal Caribbean cancels Mediterranean season for Legend of the Seas
Royal Caribbean has announced that its new Icon-class ship, Legend of the Seas, will not return to the Mediterranean for the 2028 summer season.
Quark Expeditions Strengthens Leadership Team
Quark Expeditions has appointed Jake Morrison and Sarah Friedlander to key leadership roles to support operations and product development.
Marella Discovery 2 Goes Adults-Only with New Venues
The Marella Discovery 2 is transitioning to an adults-only ship and adding four new onboard venues, including a karaoke room.
Viking Schedules 2028 Grand Nile Journey
Viking has expanded its exotic destination offerings by opening bookings for a new 19-day Grand Nile Journey cruisetour for 2028.
Adora Cruises takes delivery of Flora City
Adora Cruises has officially taken delivery of its newest vessel, Flora City, expanding its fleet capacity.
Aurora Expeditions Unveils 2028-29 Season Itineraries
Aurora Expeditions has announced its 2028-29 season, featuring four new expedition itineraries for travelers.
Virgin Voyages Adjusts 2027-2028 Schedules
Virgin Voyages has announced itinerary changes and a private charter cancellation affecting the Resilient Lady and Valiant Lady.
Virgin Voyages Adjusts Schedules and Cancels Sailing
Virgin Voyages has announced further changes to its 2027 and 2028 schedules, including a private charter cancellation.
Costa Cruises Signs 10-Year La Romana Fly & Cruise Deal
Costa Cruises has secured a long-term strategic partnership to strengthen its homeport operations in the Dominican Republic.
Costa Cruises Signs 10-Year Strategic Partnership in Dominican Republic
Costa Cruises has entered into a long-term agreement to strengthen homeport operations and air connectivity in La Romana.
Aurora Expeditions Announces 2028-29 Season with Four New Itineraries
Aurora Expeditions has unveiled its 2028-29 expedition season, featuring four new itineraries designed to explore remote regions.
Aurora Expeditions Unveils Four New 2028-29 Itineraries
Aurora Expeditions has expanded its future deployment with the announcement of four new expedition itineraries for the 2028-29 season.
Virgin Voyages Makes More Cruise Changes, Cancels Another Sailing
Virgin Voyages has canceled a sailing on the Resilient Lady to accommodate a private charter and is adjusting port calls for other Caribbean itineraries.
Aurora Expeditions Unveils 2028-29 Season
Aurora Expeditions has announced its 2028-29 deployment, featuring four brand-new itineraries for its expedition fleet.
Aurora Expeditions' 2028-29 Season Has Four New Itineraries
Aurora Expeditions has announced its 2028-29 season, featuring four new expedition itineraries.
Virgin Voyages Adjusts 2027-28 Schedules and Cancels Sailings
Virgin Voyages is modifying its upcoming cruise schedules, including canceling a sailing for a private charter and re-routing Caribbean port calls.
Virgin Voyages Adjusts Caribbean Schedules and Cancels Sailings
Virgin Voyages has canceled a sailing for a private charter and modified several Caribbean itineraries for 2027 and 2028.
Virgin Voyages Adjusts Caribbean Itineraries
Virgin Voyages has announced schedule changes for the Resilient Lady and Valiant Lady, including port replacements and the cancellation of a specific four-night sailing.
Costa Signs 10-Year La Romana Fly & Cruise Deal
Costa Cruises has entered into a long-term strategic partnership to strengthen its homeport operations in the Dominican Republic.
Creditor takes control of Villa Vie’s residential cruise ship Odyssey
The lender for Villa Vie Residences has seized control of the residential ship Odyssey following the suspension of its world cruise and ongoing financial difficulties.
Bomb Threat Forces Crown Iris Evacuation in Greece
A bomb threat delayed the departure of the Crown Iris from the island of Syros, Greece, leading to a security evacuation and search.
Regulatory Matter Cancels MSC Poesia Cruise
MSC Cruises cancelled an 11-night Southern Caribbean cruise aboard the MSC Poesia due to an unexpected regulatory issue.
Celebrity Growing Aussie Commitment
Celebrity Cruises is expanding its deployment in Australia, viewing the country as a key source market and destination.
Bomb Threat Forces Search of Crown Iris
Greek authorities conducted a security search of the cruise ship Crown Iris following a bomb threat while docked at Syros.
Polar Latitudes Launches Black Friday Sale
Polar Latitudes has announced a Black Friday promotion offering up to 50 percent off select expedition cruises.
Celebrity Cruises Reveals Inaugural Deployment for Celebrity Xcite
Celebrity Cruises has opened bookings for its sixth Edge Series ship, Celebrity Xcite, which is set to launch in 2028 with Caribbean itineraries.
MSC Marks One Month Until World Asia Debut
MSC Cruises is preparing for the December 4, 2026, debut of the MSC World Asia, the third ship in its World class.
Bomb Threat Disrupts Crown Iris Operations
A bomb threat against the cruise ship Crown Iris forced Greek authorities to conduct a security search, temporarily stranding over 1,500 people on the island of Syros.
MSC Poesia Cruise Cancelled Following USCG Detention
MSC Cruises cancelled a scheduled sailing of the MSC Poesia after the vessel was detained by the U.S. Coast Guard in Miami due to a regulatory matter.
AmaWaterways Opens 2028 Program for Reservations
AmaWaterways has officially opened bookings for its 2028 season, which includes four new ships and expanded land programs.
MSC World Asia Nears Debut
MSC Cruises is one month away from the first guest sailing of its newest World-class ship, MSC World Asia.
Villa Vie Odyssey Departs Cambodia Without Passengers
The Villa Vie Odyssey has departed Cambodia with only crew members aboard after the company suspended operations and forced residents to disembark.
MSC Poesia Cruise Cancelled Following Regulatory Detention
MSC Cruises cancelled an 11-night Southern Caribbean voyage after the MSC Poesia was detained by the US Coast Guard at PortMiami.
MSC Cruises Marks One Month Until World Asia Debut
MSC Cruises is preparing for the December 4, 2026, maiden voyage of its newest ship, the MSC World Asia.
Azamara Unveils 85 New Cruises for 2028-29
Azamara Cruises has announced its 2028-29 program, featuring 85 new itineraries and the return of the Azamara Onward to Africa and the Indian Ocean.
Creditor Takes Control of Villa Vie’s Odyssey
A lender has assumed control of the residential cruise ship Odyssey, which has been stranded in Cambodia following the suspension of its world cruise.
AmaWaterways Opens 2028 Program with Four New Ships
AmaWaterways has officially opened reservations for its 2028 river cruise season, which includes the introduction of four new vessels.
MSC Poesia Voyage Cancelled Following USCG Inspection
MSC Cruises was forced to cancel an 11-night Caribbean sailing after a regulatory matter arose during a U.S. Coast Guard inspection at PortMiami.
MSC Cruises Cancels Poesia Voyage Following USCG Inspection
MSC Cruises was forced to cancel an 11-day Caribbean sailing aboard the MSC Poesia after a U.S. Coast Guard inspection revealed regulatory issues.
MSC Cruises Says “Regulatory Matter” with USCG Caused Cruise Cancelation
MSC Poesia had its 11-day Caribbean cruise canceled after being detained at PortMiami due to a regulatory issue identified by the U.S. Coast Guard.
Cunard Unveils Major Black Friday Sale for 2027-2028 Voyages
Cunard has announced a significant Black Friday promotion offering up to 40% off on 161 global voyages.
Bomb Threat Holds Crown Iris in Greek Port
The Israeli-owned cruise ship Crown Iris was delayed in Syros, Greece, on November 3, 2026, due to a bomb threat.
Bomb Threat Holds Crown Iris in Greek Port for Hours
The cruise ship Crown Iris was delayed in Syros, Greece, after a bomb threat forced local authorities to conduct a security search.
Cunard Unveils Its Best Sale of the Year
Cunard has announced a Black Friday sale offering up to 40% off select voyages across 161 itineraries.
Royal Princess Emerges from Drydock with New Sanctuary Collection
Princess Cruises' Royal Princess has completed a two-week drydock in Singapore, introducing the new Sanctuary Collection.
Royal Princess Completes Singapore Drydock
Princess Cruises' Royal Princess has finished a two-week drydock refurbishment in Singapore, which included the addition of the Sanctuary Collection.
NCLH Bets Big on January Marketing Push
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is preparing a major new creative platform for the 2027 wave season to boost brand demand.
MSC Cruises cancels Poesia voyage after USCG inspection
MSC Cruises was forced to cancel an 11-day Caribbean sailing from Miami due to a regulatory matter involving the U.S. Coast Guard.
Cunard Unveils Black Friday Sale
Cunard has launched a major Black Friday promotion offering up to 40% off on 161 voyages worldwide.
German Authorities Rate Mein Schiff 3 Collision a ‘Serious Casualty’
German authorities have officially classified the recent collision involving Mein Schiff 3 as a 'serious casualty'.
Celebrity Cruises Announces 2028/29 Caribbean Season for Celebrity Xcite
Celebrity Cruises has officially opened bookings for its upcoming Caribbean season featuring the new ship Celebrity Xcite. The vessel will operate week-long itineraries departing from Miami.
Royal Princess Completes Two-Week Drydock Refurbishment
Princess Cruises' Royal Princess has finished a scheduled drydock in Singapore, which included the addition of the new Sanctuary Collection.
MSC Poesia Voyage Cancelled Following USCG Detention
MSC Cruises was forced to cancel an 11-night Caribbean sailing after the MSC Poesia was detained at PortMiami by the U.S. Coast Guard.
Cunard Announces Major Black Friday Sale
Cunard has launched a Black Friday promotion offering up to 40 percent off select voyages across its fleet.
MSC Poesia Caribbean Sailing Canceled Following USCG Regulatory Issue
MSC Cruises was forced to cancel an 11-day Caribbean voyage aboard the MSC Poesia due to an unresolved regulatory matter with the U.S. Coast Guard.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Secures $5 Billion for Mega-Ship Expansion
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has finalized credit facilities to finance two massive 227,000-gross-ton vessels scheduled for delivery in 2034 and 2036.
Mein Schiff 3 Repair Timeline Extended
Following a collision in Bremerhaven, TUI Cruises has confirmed that Mein Schiff 3 will remain out of service longer than initially expected, leading to further cancellations.
U.S. Coast Guard Detains MSC Poesia in Miami
The U.S. Coast Guard detained the MSC Poesia at PortMiami, resulting in the cancellation of an 11-night Caribbean voyage.
MSC Poesia Cancels Sailing Due to Regulatory Matter
MSC Cruises canceled a scheduled 11-day Caribbean cruise from PortMiami after a regulatory issue arose with the U.S. Coast Guard.
Celebrity Xcite to Debut with Caribbean Itineraries from Miami
Celebrity Cruises has officially opened bookings for its upcoming ship, Celebrity Xcite, featuring week-long Caribbean voyages departing from Miami.
MSC Poesia Cruise Cancelled Due to Regulatory Matter
MSC Cruises cancelled an 11-day Caribbean sailing after the U.S. Coast Guard detained the MSC Poesia at PortMiami for a regulatory inspection.
Royal Princess Completes Drydock Refurbishment
Princess Cruises' Royal Princess has finished a two-week drydock in Singapore, featuring new guest amenities and refreshed public spaces.
Cunard Launches Major Black Friday Sale
Cunard has announced a significant promotional event offering up to 40% off on select voyages worldwide.
German Authorities Classify Mein Schiff 3 Collision as 'Serious Casualty'
The Federal Bureau of Maritime Casualty Investigation has officially rated the recent collision involving Mein Schiff 3 as a 'serious casualty'.
MSC Poesia Cruise Cancelled Following USCG Regulatory Matter
MSC Cruises cancelled an 11-night Caribbean sailing aboard the MSC Poesia after a regulatory issue involving the U.S. Coast Guard could not be resolved in time for departure.
NCLH Adjusts Airfare Strategy to Boost Yields
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is scaling back its included airfare programs as part of a broader effort to improve operational efficiency and financial performance.
Carnival Ships Celebrate 'The Cat in the Hat' Movie Premiere
Carnival Cruise Line is launching new Dr. Seuss-themed activities across 23 ships to celebrate the theatrical release of 'The Cat in the Hat'.
NCLH Implements Strategic Airfare and Promotional Overhaul
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is scaling back included airfare programs as part of a broader strategy to improve yields and reduce costs.
NCLH Scales Back Included Airfare
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is reducing its reliance on included airfare programs to improve yields and lower operational costs.
Singapore Drydock Brings Sanctuary Collection to Royal Princess
The Royal Princess has completed a drydock in Singapore, featuring the addition of the premium Sanctuary Collection.
NCLH Scales Back Included Airfare to Boost Yields
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is restructuring its air travel program for guests and crew to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
Royal Princess Returns From Drydock With 20 New Cabins and an Irish Pub
The Royal Princess has completed a two-week drydock in Singapore, featuring new guest accommodations and updated public spaces.
NCLH Implements Airfare Optimization to Boost Yields
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is scaling back included airfare programs as part of a broader strategy to improve revenue and reduce operational costs.
Royal Princess Returns From Drydock With 20 New Cabins
The Royal Princess has completed a two-week drydock in Singapore, featuring new guest accommodations and enhanced amenities.
Riviera Travel Launches First-Ever Cruise Ship for Solo Travellers
Riviera Travel will debut the MS George Eliot in June 2027, a vessel dedicated exclusively to solo travelers on European rivers.
Carnival Ships Celebrate ‘The Cat in the Hat’ Movie Premiere
Carnival Cruise Line is launching new Dr. Seuss-themed programming across 23 ships to celebrate the theatrical release of the new 'The Cat in the Hat' movie.
Carnival Spirit Returns to Mobile for Winter Season
The Carnival Spirit has returned to its homeport in Mobile, Alabama, to begin its 2026-27 winter season following a summer in Alaska.
StarDream Cruises Wins Industry Award For Regional Cruise Experience
StarDream Cruises was honored with the Best Regional Cruise Experience award at the BusinessToday Industry Choice Awards 2026.
MSC Cruises Returns as Title Sponsor of 2026 Formula 1 USA Grand Prix
MSC Cruises served as the title sponsor for the 2026 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas, for the second consecutive year.
Carnival Spirit Returns to Mobile for Winter
The Carnival Spirit has returned to its Gulf Coast homeport in Mobile, Alabama, to begin its 2026-27 winter season.
NCLH Scales Back Included Airfare in Cost and Yield Push
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is modifying its air travel programs for guests and crew to improve revenue and reduce operational costs.
Royal Princess Debuts Sanctuary Collection After Drydock
The Royal Princess has completed a two-week drydock in Singapore, featuring the addition of the premium 'Sanctuary Collection' resort-style experience.
National Geographic-Lindblad Unveils 2028-29 Expedition Schedule
The expedition line has expanded its 2028-29 deployment with new itineraries in Latin America, the Amazon, and Egypt.
National Geographic-Lindblad Expands 2028-29 Expedition Program
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has announced new itineraries for 2028-29, including expanded coverage in Latin America and Egypt.
National Geographic-Lindblad Expands 2028-29 Schedule
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has unveiled new itineraries for 2028-2029, including expanded offerings in the Galápagos, Amazon, and Egypt.
Royal Caribbean Extends Haiti Service Pause
Royal Caribbean has formally extended its suspension of port calls to its private destination in Labadee, Haiti, through April 2028.
National Geographic-Lindblad Expands 2028-2029 Expedition Schedule
The expedition cruise line has unveiled the final phase of its 2028-2029 deployment, featuring new itineraries in Egypt, Peru, and Central America.
Cunard’s Queen Anne Makes Maiden Call at the Port of Santander
Cunard's newest ship, Queen Anne, visited the Port of Santander for the first time on October 28, 2026.
Cunard’s Queen Anne Makes Maiden Call at Port of Santander
Cunard's newest ship, Queen Anne, visited the Port of Santander for the first time on October 28, 2026.
National Geographic-Lindblad Expands 2028-2029 Schedule
Lindblad Expeditions has announced new itineraries for its 2028-2029 season, including expanded offerings in Latin America and Egypt.