cruise news

The global cruise industry is experiencing a massive surge in 2026, driven by a shift toward smarter, safer, and more immersive ocean journeys that prioritize sustainability and cultural discovery.

Princess Cruises has officially introduced the Star Princess to the Port of Seattle, launching a high-capacity 2026 Alaska season featuring 20 round-trip voyages through the Inside Passage.

Hurtigruten has appointed Jordan Freese as Group Sales & Operations Manager for North America, a strategic move designed to strengthen B2B partnerships and drive growth in sustainable group cruise tourism.

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) is transforming modern sea travel by introducing unannounced 'surprise moments' onboard, shifting the industry focus from fixed itineraries to organic, experiential engagement.

The suspected Hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius has escalated, with 150 passengers currently trapped on board off the coast of Cape Verde as authorities investigate three confirmed fatalities and multiple suspected infections.

The Orient Express Corinthian, the world’s largest sail-powered yacht, has launched its inaugural 2026 season, bringing ultra-luxury hybrid cruising to the Mediterranean and Caribbean.

Celestyal Cruises has successfully resumed Mediterranean operations in May 2026, with the Celestyal Discovery and Celestyal Journey returning to Greece following a geopolitical hiatus in the Arabian Gulf.

PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys have announced their 2028 small-ship expedition season, featuring a total solar eclipse cruise in Australia's Kimberley region and deep-dive voyages into Antarctica and Madagascar.

A suspected Hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius has resulted in three fatalities and left a British national in intensive care, disrupting the ship's transatlantic voyage from Argentina to Cape Verde.

Royal Caribbean has reshuffled the July 25, 2026, Mediterranean voyage of Legend of the Seas, swapping Alicante for La Spezia and introducing tendering operations for the massive Icon-class vessel.

The Adriatic Sea is set for a massive €340 million maritime tourism overhaul in 2026, with Italy and Balkan nations investing heavily in green port infrastructure and cruise terminal expansions.

The sudden collapse of Spirit Airlines on May 2, 2026, has left thousands of cruise passengers stranded, particularly those transiting through Florida hubs like Orlando and Fort Lauderdale.