Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has proudly inaugurated its first-ever voyage from JAXPORT in Jacksonville, Florida, aboard the beautiful Norwegian Gem. This exciting launch marks the start of a new multi-year agreement that will see NCL offer seasonal cruises from Jacksonville Read More …
Windstar Cruises is marking a significant milestone in its successful, decade-long partnership with the James Beard Foundation by announcing five new, globally recognized chefs for the 2026 culinary sailings. This collaboration is rooted in a shared passion for culinary excellence, Read More …
Hurricane Melissa, which rapidly intensified into a Category 5 hurricane over the weekend, is significantly impacting cruise ship itineraries in the Caribbean as it tracks northeast toward Jamaica. The powerful storm, the third Category 5 of the 2025 Atlantic season, Read More …
Carnival Cruise Line has announced its 2027/2028 deployment plans, which include the return of year-round cruises from Mobile, Alabama. Starting May 15, 2027, the Carnival Valor will homeport in Mobile, marking the first time a Conquest-class ship has sailed year-round Read More …
Cunard Line’s Queen Elizabeth has commenced its first season of Caribbean voyages from PortMiami, marking a new homeporting privilege for the luxury ship. This two-season residency will offer cruises ranging from 9 to 21 nights, providing travelers from North America Read More …
Disney Fantasy is currently undergoing an extensive drydock refit at the Damen Shiprepair yard in Brest, France, a project scheduled for completion on October 28, 2025. The refit involves a significant technical overhaul to enhance the ship’s efficiency. A major Read More …
The cruise industry is projected to achieve its fourth consecutive year of record passenger volume in 2026, with AAA forecasting that 21.7 million Americans will embark on an ocean cruise. This figure represents a 4.5% increase from the 20.7 million Read More …
Holland America Line is enhancing its Caribbean cruise experience for the 2025 to 2026 season, which runs from October to April, by integrating new regional dishes and island-inspired cocktails. This culinary expansion will be featured across all six ships exploring Read More …
On October 23, 2025, Celebrity Cruises achieved two significant milestones for its Edge Series at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard. The company formally took delivery of its newest vessel, Celebrity Xcel, and simultaneously announced the name of the sixth ship Read More …