Wave Season represents the most significant annual sales period for the cruise industry, typically occurring between January and March. During this window, cruise lines release various time-limited incentives to encourage early bookings for the upcoming year. For 2026, many operators Read More …
A recent report from Cruise Law News tells us the Department of Transportation has released its fourth-quarter crime report for 2025, detailing incidents reported to the FBI under the Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act. During this period, 44 crimes Read More …
The cruise ship Brilliant Lady, operated by Virgin Voyages, completed its first docking at Puerto Hernán Garrón Salazar in Limón on January 19, 2026. This arrival represents a significant milestone for Costa Rican tourism, specifically targeting the premium, adults-only market Read More …
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has entered its 50th year of operation, marking the milestone with a significant “Golden Anniversary” sale and a period of strategic fleet expansion. To celebrate five decades since its founding in 1976, the luxury river cruise Read More …
Royal Caribbean has officially extended the suspension of all scheduled visits to Labadee, its private destination in Haiti, through the end of December 2026. This decision follows a previous announcement that had paused stops at the island through April 2026, Read More …
A recent voyage aboard the Holland America Line cruise ship Rotterdam was impacted by a health incident involving gastrointestinal illness. The vessel, which departed from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on December 28, returned to port on Friday following reports of a Read More …
Oceania Cruises has officially announced a significant shift in its passenger eligibility policy, declaring that it will become an adults-only cruise line. Effective January 2026, the Miami-based luxury operator will restrict access across its entire fleet of eight ships to Read More …
Windstar Cruises debuted its newest all-suite yacht, Star Seeker, with a splash at its Miami Christening Event on January 15th. Following the ceremony, Star Seeker departed on an 8-night Star Seeker Christening Sailing from Miami to San Juan, with stops in the Dominican Republic and the Read More …
On January 15, 2026, it was reported that luxury cruise line Oceania Cruises officially announced a transition to an adults-only model, effective as of January 7. This strategic shift is designed to align with the preferences of their core clientele, Read More …