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Star Princess Los Angeles docking marks Princess Cruises' newest Sphere Class vessel preparing for 2026 Alaskan cruises. The 4,300-passenger ship arrived Tuesday for overnight stop before seasonal deployment.

Royal Caribbean posts strong Q1 2026 earnings beating analyst estimates, yet geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are driving higher fuel costs and pressuring profit margins ahead.

Orient Express christens Corinthian, the world's largest sailing yacht, on May 2, 2026. This 54-suite luxury vessel combines wind-powered decarbonization with Michelin-starred dining and French craftsmanship.

Over 700,000 weekly cruisers face lost belongings annually. In 2026, discover step-by-step recovery procedures across major cruise lines and proven prevention strategies for protecting your items at sea.

Holland America Line unveils two epic 2028 Grand Voyages departing Florida with stops in Bora Bora, Australia, Asia, and Antarctica. These roundtrip cruises offer world-class destinations for adventurous travelers.

Royal Caribbean's Icon-class ships now exceed $2 billion in construction costs, joining an elite dozen-strong cruise billion club. Discover what drives these record-breaking expenses in 2026.

Carnival's leadership debunks viral misinformation about banned fans aboard cruise ships in 2026. Director clears confusion after influencers spread false claims about which cooling devices passengers can bring.

Royal Caribbean brings back its second annual Royal Birthday Bash in September 2026, featuring month-long celebrations across the entire fleet with non-stop parties and special events.

Princess Cruises rolls out its Arrival Groups staggered embarkation system to Fort Lauderdale and Port Canaveral in 2026, following successful Alaska deployment. The streamlined boarding process aims to reduce crowding and improve guest experience.

Celestyal Discovery becomes the first cruise ship to break free from the Persian Gulf conflict zone in 2026, successfully transiting the Suez Canal to reach the Mediterranean Sea after 47 days of operational suspension.

Maryland authorities file cruise charges after Capital Jazz SuperCruise cancellation in March 2026 leaves 642 passengers without $642,000 in refunds. Legal action underway.

First-time cruisers lose money and face awkward moments over gratuity confusion. Learn the biggest cruise tipping mistakes to avoid and master proper etiquette in 2026.