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Viking Announces Expansion of China Offering with New Voyages Starting in 2025
Viking® today announced six new itineraries in Asia that will expand exclusive access for guests to Japan and China, with Tibet (Xizang) in 2025. The new voyages range from 15 to 22 days and explore iconic destinations in China, including Shanghai, Beijing, Xi’an and Lhasa in Tibet (Xizang), as well as Osaka, Japan
Oceania Cruises Becomes First Ultra-Premium Line to Sail Out of Tampa
Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is adding a range of new Caribbean and Panama Canal winter sailings in early 2026 departing from Tampa on Florida’s west coast. The line’s 670-guest Insignia will make history in March 2026 as it becomes the first ultra-premium cruise line to sail from Port Tampa Bay.
Royal Caribbean Group Signs Agreement with Meyer Turku for the Next Ship
Royal Caribbean Group announced today that it has signed an agreement with Finnish shipbuilder Meyer Turku to order a fourth Icon Class ship for delivery to Royal Caribbean International in 2027. The agreement also includes options to build a fifth and sixth Icon Class ship.
Windstar’s Brand-New Star Seeker Features 112 Spacious Suites
Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises is unveiling a first look at its Star Seeker – a 224-guest, brand-new ship that will debut in January of 2026. Star Seeker will have 112 spacious suites, all but ten featuring a full private veranda or floor-to-ceiling infinity window. The ship also boasts five dining options (all are included in Windstar’s cruise fare), a full-service spa with a grand entrance from the deck above, a fitness facility, and a fresh take on the line’s iconic Watersports Platform, which turns the ocean into an infinity pool by letting guests access the sea directly from the ship.
Viking Takes Delivery of Newest Egypt Ship
Viking® today announced it has taken delivery of the company’s newest ship for the Nile River, the Viking Hathor. The delivery ceremony took place when the new ship was presented at Massara shipyard in Cairo, Egypt. The 82-guest Viking Hathor joins the company’s growing fleet of state-of-the-art ships for the Nile River and will sail Viking’s popular 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary.
Oceania Cruises’ Grand Voyages Offer Intrepid Explorers Immersive Global Adventures in 2025
Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is spotlighting a selection of its 2025 Grand Voyages, offering the most elegant way to enjoy extended travel, with bucket list trips to the most incredible locations across the globe. The diverse array of voyages affords guests the chance to discover world wonders such as Borobudur in Indonesia, the world’s largest Buddhist monument, or Mount Fuji in Japan, with immersive itineraries on board Oceania Cruises’ boutique ships.
New Unlimited Features Make Princess Cruises’ Premier Package the Best Value in Cruising
Imagine a vacation where your glass is never empty, and you can indulge in unlimited beverages - both alcoholic and non-alcoholic - without a second thought. Now add in world class meals at the best specialty restaurants every night of your cruise if you choose and have the best connectivity at sea. This kind of luxury and convenience, and more, will soon be available to guests on board ships from Princess Cruises, with the newest enhancements to its Princess Premier package.
GolfAhoy Introduces Luxurious European River Golf and Wine Cruises
Intrepid golf vacation travelers embracing European river golf and wine tasting cruises along the Danube, Seine, Rhine, and Rhone are on the upswing.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines to Welcome TV Wildlife Presenter on Board
One of Britain’s most loved television presenters will be joining guests on board two Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines sailings. Michaela Strachan, a regular face on TV screens for the past three decades, will be spending six days on board Bolette for the ‘Scenic Autumnal Norwegian Fjords’ cruise in September.
Oceania Cruises Spotlights Enticing European Sailings for 2025
Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is spotlighting an array of new 2025 Europe sailings, ranging from six to 34 days, to whisk guests to the most breathtaking destinations across the continent.
Disney Cruise Line Embracing the Bold, Brilliant, Bad—and a Little Bit Mad
When guests set sail aboard Disney Cruise Line’s new heroes and villains-inspired ship, they will discover an assortment of spaces and experiences inspired by some of Disney’s most legendary schemers, scoundrels and specters — and a fearsome crew of Disney villains – at sea.
European Waterways Unveils the New Ultra Deluxe Hotel Barge Kir Royale
European Waterways celebrates the historic launch of their New Champagne Cruise, Kir Royale, an elegant 8 passenger luxury hotel barge, cruising the River Marne and the Canal latéral à la Marne in Champagne, with icons Maison Boizel, Maison Ayala, and Frerejean Frères as part of her week-long “Champagne Voyage”.