Costa Cruises has launched its “Wave Into Summer Sale” for the 2026 wave season, offering substantial savings for North American travelers. The promotion is available for bookings made by March 16, 2026, and applies to select cruises scheduled throughout 2026 Read More …
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 …
The cruise industry presents a unique paradox where the United States dominates as the primary market and home to major cruise lines, yet virtually all large cruise ships are constructed in Europe. This disconnect stems from divergent post-World War II Read More …
Severe weather abruptly interrupted shore operations for Holland America Line’s Noordam during its visit to Kiriwina Island in Papua New Guinea. The ship was midway through a 42-night sailing from Sydney to Auckland when a sudden squall produced winds reaching Read More …
Aurora Expeditions has launched a new citizen science initiative designed to engage passengers in the monitoring of climate change during their voyages to Antarctica. By partnering with Joe Muise, a physics teacher and the founder of the Thermal Imaging of Read More …
Celebrity Cruises has announced the expansion of its destination-led venue, The Bazaar, for the summer 2026 European season aboard the Celebrity Xcel. This initiative follows a successful debut in the Caribbean and aims to provide guests with a continuous cultural Read More …
Tulsa, Oklahoma, is elevating its upcoming Centennial celebration for Route 66 by aiming to set a Guinness World Records title during the “Capital Cruise” parade. Scheduled for Saturday, May 30, 2026, this event is designed to be a highlight of Read More …
Norwegian Cruise Line has officially opened a new pier at Great Stirrup Cay, its private island destination located in the Bahamas. This infrastructure improvement marks a significant operational shift for the cruise line, as the Norwegian Getaway became the first Read More …
Antigua Cruise Port reached a significant operational milestone on December 23, 2025, when it successfully hosted over 12,000 guests across five separate vessels in St. John’s. The lineup of visiting ships included the Marella Discovery 2, Valiant Lady, Celebrity Eclipse, Read More …