Holland America Line’s Westerdam has officially returned to service following a comprehensive two-week dry dock renovation in Singapore. The Vista-class ship welcomed guests back on January 18, 2026, for a 14-day Far East Discovery sailing, revealing a suite of structural Read More …
Windstar Cruises debuted its newest all-suite yacht, Star Seeker, with a splash at its Miami Christening Event on January 15th. Following the ceremony, Star Seeker departed on an 8-night Star Seeker Christening Sailing from Miami to San Juan, with stops in the Dominican Republic and the Read More …
Severe weather abruptly interrupted shore operations for Holland America Line’s Noordam during its visit to Kiriwina Island in Papua New Guinea. The ship was midway through a 42-night sailing from Sydney to Auckland when a sudden squall produced winds reaching Read More …
Virgin Voyages recently hosted its fourth annual “First Mates Soirée: Fire & Sunset Celebration” aboard the Scarlet Lady to honor and connect with its top-performing travel advisors. The event gathered the top 100 “First Mates” from North America for a Read More …
Azamara Cruises has announced a comprehensive fleet-wide refurbishment program known as the “Azamara Forward” initiative. This project represents the company’s largest-ever fleet upgrade, involving an $80 million investment aimed at modernizing its four-ship fleet. The process is scheduled to begin Read More …
The Port of Mombasa officially commenced its 2026 cruise tourism season on January 5 with the arrival of the Crystal Symphony. Operated by Crystal Cruises, the 238-meter luxury vessel docked at the island carrying more than 1,000 passengers. This visit Read More …
Princess Cruises has announced a significant expansion of its Northern Europe itinerary for the 2027 season, positioning itself as a leader in North American cruise lines visiting the region. Scheduled to go on sale January 13, 2026, the program features Read More …
Atlas Ocean Voyages has introduced a new promotional campaign titled the “Enhanced Explorer’s Choice” offer, specifically aimed at travelers planning expeditions for the 2026 season. This limited-time promotion, valid for bookings made between January 2 and March 31, 2026, allows Read More …
Oceania Cruises has officially announced a significant operational shift, transitioning to an adults-only experience across its fleet. Effective January 7, 2026, the luxury cruise line will exclusively accept reservations for guests aged 18 and older. This policy change applies to Read More …