The year 2026 is projected to see a record number of Americans cruising, and the market is responding with seven major new cruise ship launches across various brands, ranging from large-scale contemporary vessels to luxury yachts. These new ships will Read More …
Virgin Voyages ships are specifically designed to counteract the common perception of overcrowding in the cruise industry, aiming instead for the feeling of a floating boutique resort. This sense of spaciousness is achieved through several deliberate design choices, including a Read More …
The incident in question occurred aboard Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas during a 7-night Eastern Caribbean cruise that had departed from Miami on December 6, 2025. The core of the event involved a male guest initiating a physical altercation Read More …
A large number of cruise lines are offering extensive Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotions early this year, allowing travelers to secure deals for 2026 and 2027 voyages ahead of the traditional shopping days. Sales cover a wide range of Read More …
Port Canaveral’s rapid growth is driven by a successful combination of strategic infrastructure investment, a prime location, and an expanding appeal as a departure point for modern cruise travel. The port has firmly established itself as one of the busiest 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 …
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 …
PortMiami, recognized as the world’s busiest cruise port, is set to welcome ten new cruise ships for the 2025-2026 season, showcasing continued growth and strong partnerships with major cruise lines. Five of these debuting vessels are new builds, indicating a Read More …
Royal Caribbean Group is looking forward to an exciting future, having secured a long-term agreement with Meyer Turku that extends their shipbuilding partnership through the next decade. This positive development includes a confirmed order for Icon 5, set for delivery Read More …