Cruise Lines Reroute Voyages Avoiding Hurricane Melissa

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 Restores Year-Round Cruising In Alabama Homeport

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 …

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 …

U.S. Virgin Islands Expands Global Prominence

The U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) continues to maintain a standout presence at Routes World, held in Hong Kong. Led by Commissioner Nominee Jennifer Matarangas-King of the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism, the USVI delegation displayed strategic leadership in advancing Read More …

Boat Bike Tours: New Amsterdam to Paris Tour, Magnifique X Barge for 2026

Boat Bike Tours will launch a new flagship tour between Amsterdam and Paris in 2026, as well as a new boutique barge for the journey. Ride past windmills in the Dutch countryside, sip Belgian beer on a historic square and Read More …

New Cruise Options Bring Fun Italian Style To Florida

Carnival Cruise Line is introducing exciting new sailing options from two of Florida’s premier homeports, Miami and Port Canaveral, for the 2027/28 season. These expanded itineraries are set to bring a blend of great destinations and varied cruise lengths to Read More …

Carnival Festivale To Amplify Fun For Everyone

Get ready for a celebration of music and family fun as Carnival Cruise Line has officially opened reservations for its newest and most exciting ship, Carnival Festivale. Set to launch in May 2027 from Port Canaveral, this new Excel-class vessel Read More …

Southwest Airlines Adds Caribbean Destination

Great news for travelers dreaming of a sunny Caribbean escape. Southwest Airlines has shared the exciting announcement that it will be adding St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, to its growing route network. This fantastic development makes the beautiful island paradise Read More …

USVI’s Tourism Booms: A Caribbean Success Story

The U.S. Virgin Islands is truly shining bright in 2025, proudly standing alongside tourism giants like Hawaiʻi, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, Jamaica, and Barbados. A new report confirms that these destinations are experiencing an incredible surge, transforming Read More …