Cruise Holidays News
Oceania Cruises Debuts New Mediterranean Sailings for 2025
Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has debuted an array of new 2025 Mediterranean sailings, ranging from nine to 56 days, to whisk guests to some of the most breathtaking destinations in Europe.
SPECIAL ENTERTAINMENT AND ACTIVITIES TO COMMEMORATE SEABOURN ODYSSEY’S FAREWELL VOYAGE
Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel, invites guests to experience the iconic Seabourn Odyssey one last time during its 22-day Farewell Voyage, departing September 2, 2024, from Seattle, Wash., to Yokohama, Japan.
ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES ANNOUNCES NEW 2025/2026 POLAR EXPEDITIONS TO ANTARCTICA
Atlas Ocean Voyages announces Polar Expeditions by Atlas™ to Antarctica beginning October 2025 to March 2026 are now available for bookings. Offering 37 departures aboard the expedition yacht fleet of World Voyager™, World Navigator®, and World Traveller™, this will mark the third season featuring the entire Atlas Ocean Voyages fleet in the region.
Holland America Line Set to Debut New ‘Glacier Day’ and Enhanced Alaska-Focused Experiences
Holland America Line is debuting “Glacier Day” on its Alaska cruises as it rolls out new programming within its “We Love Alaska” on board experience. The new offerings include Alaska Up Close presentations as well as culinary and beverage experiences to help foster a deeper connection to the people, history and culture of the state. The 2024 season kicks off April 27 from Vancouver and May 4 from Seattle.
P&O Cruises Flagship Britannia Emerges from a Multi-Million-Pound Refit
Guest favourite, P&O Cruises Britannia, has set sail from Southampton following a multi-million-pound makeover, with the first guests experiencing the newly designed spaces and experiences this past weekend.
Royal Caribbean’s 2025-26 Season: Anthem and Voyager of the Seas in Australia
Royal Caribbean announces Anthem of the Seas’ Australian debut and Voyager of the Seas’ return for the 2025-26 season. Explore Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific from Sydney and Brisbane.
MSC CRUISES AND CHANTIERS DE L’ATLANTIQUE MARK TWO IMPORTANT MILESTONES
MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique marked two important milestones today in the construction of the innovative World Class ships, MSC World America and MSC World Asia, during a press conference at Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami.
Tourism Malaysia Strengthens Commitment to the Global Cruising Industry
Malaysia is setting its sights on the cruise tourism industry for the upcoming Visit Malaysia 2026. In 2023, Malaysia witnessed unprecedented cruise arrival figures, with its ports welcoming 1,055 cruise ships carrying 1,520,608 passengers—an 84.78% rise in ship arrivals and a 62.43% increase in passenger numbers compared to 2019 pre-pandemic rates.
Windstar Cruises Welcomes Two New Ships to Fleet Including First Star Class Newbuild
Windstar Cruises, a leader in small-ship luxury cruising, is excited to announce the expansion of its fleet with the addition of two all-suite motor yachts, Star Seeker and Star Explorer. The first of the two ships, new-build Star Seeker which is currently being constructed in the WestSEA shipyard, is expected to be delivered in December of 2025, followed by Star Explorer in December, 2026.
Award-Winning Actress & Performer Hannah Waddingham to Serve as Godmother of Stunning Sun Princess
Award-winning actress and performer Hannah Waddingham will serve the time-honored, maritime tradition as the official Godmother of Princess Cruises’ newest “Love Boat” Sun Princess. The star-studded naming ceremony will take place at the Port of Barcelona on April 23, 2024.
Holland America Line Becomes First Global Cruise Line to Receive International Seafood Certification
Holland America Line is elevating its award-winning dining experience by becoming the first global cruise line to receive both Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) and Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certifications. The two organizations serve as the most credible standards worldwide for certified seafood.
‘NOTHING COMES CLOSE’ TO THE ELEVATED EXPERIENCE OF CELEBRITY CRUISES
Celebrity Cruises® is extending an irresistible invitation to discerning travelers: Come on board and discover a world where ‘Nothing Comes Close SM’ to the elevated experiences and unmatched offerings that await on a premium journey at sea. ‘Nothing Comes Close’, Celebrity Cruises’ new brand positioning and brand identity, premiered globally on April 8th.