PURPLE has released a curated preview of significant hotel openings and reopenings scheduled for 2026, highlighting a global expansion of luxury hospitality. This collection emphasizes properties that blend heritage with modern design, marking debuts in new regions and the revitalization Read More …
Windstar Cruises is celebrating a significant milestone with the official delivery of its newest all-suite yacht, the Star Seeker, on December 15 at the WestSEA Shipyard in Portugal. This beautiful 224-guest vessel represents the first new build in Windstar’s Star Read More …
Holland America Line has elevated its onboard culinary offerings under the direction of Sinu Pillai, the fleet chef responsible for operations on flagship vessels such as the Rotterdam, Nieuw Statendam, and Koningsdam. Pillai has shifted the cruise line’s focus toward Read More …
Costa Cruises is entering an inspiring new chapter with the introduction of their Sea & Land Wonder Platform, a strategy unveiled at the 2025 Global Summit in Barcelona. This innovative approach focuses on seamlessly blending the excitement of ocean voyages Read More …
Windstar Cruises has announced its most comprehensive Wave Season promotion to date, titled the “Beyond Inclusive” offer. This marketing initiative is available for bookings made between December 18, 2025, and March 31, 2026, covering select voyages scheduled through March 2027. Read More …
Lindblad Expeditions has officially announced the retirement of two of its most enduring vessels, the National Geographic Sea Bird and the National Geographic Sea Lion. These sister ships have been central to the company’s operations for decades, particularly within the Read More …
Carnival Cruise Line today announced the next wave of its 2027/28 deployment plans, including Carnival Firenze’s new series of itineraries from New York. Before heading to the homeport, Carnival Firenze will offer a special Carnival Journeys voyage from Miami connecting the two cruise ports. Carnival Splendor Read More …
National Geographic–Lindblad Expeditions is significantly expanding its Alaska program starting in 2027 to address surging demand for its small-ship expedition cruises in the region. This expansion is highlighted by the three-year charter of the Greg Mortimer, a modern vessel that Read More …
Alaska is set to experience a vibrant renewal in its tourism sector as major cruise lines prepare to debut or return to the region in 2026. Virgin Voyages led the charge by designing its new ship, the Brilliant Lady, specifically Read More …