Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH) has confirmed a newbuild order with shipbuilder Fincantieri for the construction of a third vessel in the Prestige-Class series for its ultra-luxury brand, Regent Seven Seas Cruises. This new ship is scheduled for delivery Read More …
Oceania Cruises officially christened its newest vessel, the Oceania Allura, during a dazzling ceremony held pierside in Miami on November 14, 2025. The Allura, which is the eighth ship in the line’s fleet and sister ship to the Oceania Vista, Read More …
Princess Cruises has announced its most expansive and diverse Caribbean and Panama Canal program for the 2027-2028 season, featuring 187 departures on nine ships, including the new Star Princess and Sun Princess. This enhanced deployment covers 31 destinations, including 22 Read More …
The global tourism sector is experiencing a significant surge, driven by major strategic efforts across key nations including the US, Canada, UK, Bahamas, Jamaica, and Mexico. These countries are collaboratively executing a massive plan to turbocharge tourism through the creation Read More …
Zac Brown is collaborating with Margaritaville at Sea to introduce “Same Boat,” a new live music venue set to debut on the cruise line’s forthcoming ‘Beachcomber’ ship. This project is significant as it represents the first artist-curated music venue at Read More …
Two Carnival Cruise Line passengers, Catherine Shockley and William Maycock, are suing the company over an alleged bed bug infestation during a voyage on the Carnival Horizon in mid-February. According to the complaint filed in the U.S. Southern District of Read More …
Royal Caribbean Group has announced the launch of its first private destination in Europe, the Royal Beach Club Santorini, slated to open in the summer of 2026. This new, exclusive venue on the desirable Mediterranean island is designed solely for Read More …
I’m just full of bad news today. A rising trend across major U.S. destinations involves cities increasing their hotel taxes, variously termed bed, occupancy, or tourist taxes, which significantly drives up the total cost of an overnight stay. Industry analysis Read More …
The arrival of the luxury expedition vessel Viking Orion in Sihanoukville, Cambodia, on October 31, 2025, marks a significant event for the country’s cruise tourism sector. The Norwegian-flagged ship carried 814 passengers from 15 nationalities, predominantly from North America. This Read More …