cruise news

The Ritz-Carlton Luminara marks one year of operations, redefining ultra-luxury cruising with 226 private-terrace suites and a focus on intimate, destination-led itineraries across global maritime regions.

Oceania Cruises is redefining Caribbean luxury for late 2026 with a shift toward boutique ports, regional culinary immersion, and small-ship exploration across the Eastern and Western Caribbean.

Nicko Cruises resumes operations for the Vasco da Gama on 16 July 2026 in Kiel, Germany, following a two-month technical repair period that caused multiple sailing cancellations.

Gangway Technologies has introduced an AI-driven cruise booking platform to reduce the complexity of searching thousands of voyage options, destinations, and ship features for modern travellers.

Visio has expanded its North China cruise network by establishing Qingdao as a strategic homeport for summer 2026 sailings to Jeju and Incheon.

Seabourn celebrates its 40th anniversary with the Ruby Collection, featuring 54 curated voyages including a 120-day world cruise and polar expeditions in 2028.

MSC World Asia will launch the largest Venchi chocolate attraction ever created at sea in December 2026, featuring a 300-square-metre interactive venue on deck six.

MSC World Asia will introduce the largest Venchi chocolate venue at sea in December 2026, featuring a 300-square-metre immersive chocolate wonderland and exclusive Mediterranean-themed gelato.

MSC Cruises is scaling global operations with the addition of nine new vessels through 2033 and significant infrastructure investments in Miami and Grand Bahama Island.

Carnival Encounter has integrated community support into cruise tourism by donating $135,000 to the Queensland Children’s Hospital during a festive Christmas in July celebration.

Aman at Sea is redefining ultra-luxury travel with the 2027 launch of Amangati, a boutique cruise ship featuring only 94 guests and 47 suites across the Mediterranean and Caribbean.

Holland America and Princess Cruises donate $5,000 in leftover coins to Scouting America Troop 4 and Troop 2004 in Ketchikan, Alaska in 2026.