Culinary Stars Elevate Windstar’s 2026 Cruise Experiences

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 …

Cruising to New Record Highs in 2026

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 …

MSC World Asia Yacht Club Sets New Standard

MSC Cruises confirmed that the upcoming ship, MSC World Asia, will launch in December 2026 featuring the largest MSC Yacht Club in the company’s history. This exclusive “ship-within-a-ship” area will span over 9,900 square meters on the foredecks and offer Read More …

Two New Edge Ships Join Celebrity Cruises Fleet

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 …

Dream Achieved: Viking Celebrates 100 Ships

Historic Milestone Continues Viking’s History of Connecting Curious Travelers in Every Corner of the Globe LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Viking® (www.viking.com) (NYSE: VIK) today announced the naming of its nine newest river ships—including the company’s 100th ship—during a simultaneous ceremony in Basel, Switzerland. Read More …

Viking Announces Exciting Global Winter Cruise Adventures

Viking is setting a new standard for winter travel with a remarkable 2027-28 deployment that sees six of its ships sailing exciting itineraries across Europe. This commitment means nearly half the fleet will be dedicated to exploring the wonders of Read More …

Costa Cruises Elevates Shore Excursion Experience

Costa Cruises has introduced a wonderfully redesigned shore excursion program, thoughtfully crafted to cater to a diverse array of travel preferences. This exciting enhancement promises to elevate the way guests experience each destination, making every moment ashore truly memorable. The Read More …

Türkiye’s Cruise Tourism Records Significant Passenger Growth

Türkiye’s cruise tourism sector demonstrated substantial growth in 2024, achieving its highest figures in 12 years. By the end of August, the country had received nearly 1.5 million cruise passengers. This increase represents a notable resurgence for the industry, evidenced Read More …

Luxury Silversea Voyages Connect Global Wonders

Silversea Cruises has unveiled its inspiring 2026 global voyage collection, meticulously designed to offer luxury travelers deep cultural immersion and exclusive access to the world’s most spectacular events and natural phenomena. Under the leadership of President Bert Hernandez, the brand Read More …