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OCEANIA CRUISES SET TO TAKE GUESTS TO THE STARS AND BACK
Oceania Cruises®, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, today announced four additional 2026 solar eclipse sailings, providing guests with five exceptional itineraries to view the cosmic event – the most for any cruise line globally. The collection of once-in-a-lifetime voyages will see guests perfectly positioned to experience the phenomenon on August 12, 2026, off the shores of Ireland, Iceland, Portugal, and the United Kingdom
Princess Cruises Celebrates the Opening of the 2025 Alaska Cruise Season
Delightfully carrying more guests to Alaska than any other cruise line, Princess Cruises begins its 2025 season in less than a month with seven amenity-filled ships, five pristine wilderness lodges and an expanded catalog of renowned cruisetours, visiting five awe-inspiring national parks – featuring the most visits to Glacier Bay National Park.
Azamara Cruises Unveils Immersive Cruisetours for an Unforgettable 2026 Alaska Season
Azamara Cruises, the small-ship line known for its signature Destination Immersion® experiences and Extended Destination Days, is making a bold return to Alaska's wilderness in summer 2026 with the debut of immersive new Cruisetour packages. These pre- and post-cruise land journeys invite guests to venture beyond the coastline, seamlessly pairing Azamara's 10 Alaska voyages aboard the intimate Azamara Pursuit® with enriching overland explorations. Perfect for travelers seeking deeper discovery, the Cruisetours feature scenic rail expeditions, authentic cultural experiences, and close encounters with the region's striking landscapes and wildlife.
Sail Croatia Grows Yacht Fleet for Summer 2025
Sail Croatia has expanded its sailing fleet for summer 2025 with three new vessels, taking the total fleet size to twenty. Joining the fleet this season is Jolene, a brand-new Lagoon 55 and the company's most luxurious and high-spec catamaran. With the new addition, Sail Croatia's impressive fleet now features 10 catamarans from the world-renowned Lagoon brand, prized for their comfort at sea and stylish design. She can accommodate twelve guests in six spacious ensuite cabins, making her ideal for larger families or groups of friends.
Marella Cruises reveals reusable coffee cup trial onboard Marella Explorer
Marella Cruises and hotel logistics services partner, Apollo Group are trialling new reusable coffee cup trial onboard Marella Explorer to support TUI’s commitment to the Global Tourism Plastics Initiative. The three-month trial will start this month where 2,500 reusable coffee cups and lids will be stocked onboard at The Coffee Port, the ship’s Premium All Inclusive coffee shop. 3,500 takeaway coffees are served every week onboard Marella Explorer, so by introducing the option of reusable coffee cups it will provide a new step forward in offering further alternatives to single-use items to customers onboard.
SATS-Creuers to expand the Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore in 2025
Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore will undergo its most extensive upgrading works since it opened in 2012, which will see a new check-in area for cruise passengers, updated amenities and a larger Ground Transport Area.
AmaWaterways Launches First-Ever Luxury River Cruise Ship on Colombia's Magdalena River
“Our expansion into Colombia represents a new chapter for AmaWaterways and for the world of river cruising,” said Rudi Schreiner, co-founder and CEO of AmaWaterways. “We are proud to be the first major river cruise line to explore the Magdalena River, a region that until now has been largely inaccessible. AmaMagdalena opens the door to a culturally rich destination, and we've worked closely with local communities to ensure our presence benefits everyone involved - from our guests to the people who call this river home.”
European Waterways Enhances 2025 Cruise Itineraries With New & Returning Excursions
European Waterways, the British luxury hotel barge cruising specialist, has announced a selection of new and returning excursions for the 2025 season, offering guests even more immersive and locally inspired experiences across its European itineraries.
SILVERSEA REVEALS MORE ON ITS HIGHLY ANTICIPATED SOUTHERNMOST HOTEL IN PUERTO WILLIAMS, CHILE
Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, has unveiled the first spaces and name of The Cormorant at 55 South, its new 150-room hotel in Puerto Williams, Chile, scheduled to open during the 2025/2026 Antarctica season. Upon completion, Silversea's new hotel will create the most convenient, comfortable and seamless way to visit Antarctica.
Cunard reveals first phase of 2026 Event Voyages program
Cunard's iconic Event Voyages are curated in partnership with the biggest names in entertainment, and now the luxury cruise line has unveiled part of its 2026 schedule. The full program will be launched in two phases, and this first announcement welcomes back several Cunard favorites to flagship Queen Mary 2 and the brand's newest ship, Queen Anne.
NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE® OFFICIALLY CHRISTENS NORWEGIAN AQUA IN MIAMI
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, celebrated the official christening of the all-new Norwegian Aqua in Miami and unveiled its plans to reimagine Great Stirrup Cay, NCL's idyllic private island in the Bahamas, with new experiences debuting in the fourth quarter of 2025, including an expansive pool area with a dedicated bar and kids splash zone and so much MORE. With a history of delivering guests variety of choice and freedom and flexibility to design their very best vacation, the Company also confirmed additional plans to be revealed in the future highlighting how NCL will deliver MORE relaxation, MORE family activities and MORE ways to vacation on the island with dedicated areas for guests of all ages.
CELEBRITY CRUISES' MUCH-LOVED SHIP CELEBRITY APEX® RETURNS TO SOUTHAMPTON FOR 2025 SUMMER SEASON
Back by popular demand for her second summer season from Southampton, Celebrity Cruises®' award-winning ship, Celebrity Apex® is offering itineraries to stunning destinations in 2025, from Northern Europe to Ibiza and the Canary Islands, including the premium cruise line's first ever Presidents' Cruise sailing in the Norwegian Fjords.