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 ocean cruising sector is experiencing unprecedented growth and innovation, signaling a bright future for travelers worldwide. The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) is championing this optimistic outlook, recently launching its Cruise Month campaign across Australia and New Zealand, with Read More …
Celebrity Cruises is raising the bar for onboard entertainment with the launch of the Celebrity Xcel in November, promising its most extensive and diverse offering yet. This commitment to delivering a world-class entertainment destination is evident in the record-breaking number Read More …
Cruise lines are actively updating their drink package offerings to meet evolving guest expectations, driven partly by an increasing focus on non-alcoholic options and a desire for greater flexibility. This industry-wide transformation is seeing major cruise operators introduce new policies Read More …
Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas has returned to Singapore to begin its new seasonal deployment for Southeast Asian itineraries, running from now through March 2026. The Quantum-class ship will offer a variety of cruises, accommodating both families and holidaymakers, 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 …