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Princess Cruises to Sail Largest-Ever Europe Cruise and Cruisetour Season in 2026
Princess Cruises is going big in Europe for 2026. The “Love Boat” line today announced that its 2026 European cruise and cruisetour season will be its biggest ever, with five Princess cruise ships sailing the region, including the sensational new Sun Princess. Set to sail on a record-breaking 222 cruises, guests will have unparalleled opportunities to explore the beauty and diversity of Europe.
Oceania Cruises Announces Four-Category Upgrade Sale
Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is offering guests an ultra-premium experience in addition to ultimate value with an up to four-category upgrade on more than 60 sailings throughout 2024 and 2025 across the world.
AROYA Cruises Signs MOU with Production Powerhouse MBC STUDIOS at Arabian Travel Market 2024
AROYA Cruises, the new Arabian cruise line from PIF-owned company Cruise Saudi, and MBC STUDIOS, a leading global production powerhouse, by MBC GROUP, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The MOU signing between the two Arabian entities took place at this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, where AROYA Cruises is exhibiting for the first time, and where travel trade leaders, pioneers, and professionals from across the globe have gathered for four days of meetings, networking and events. ATM is the leading global event for the inbound and outbound travel industry in the Middle East.
Princess Cruises Expands Caribbean Program with Return to San Juan Home Port
Princess Cruises today announced its return to San Juan, Puerto Rico for a season of Southern Caribbean cruises onboard Grand Princess, from October 2025 through March 2026. This vibrant capital city of Puerto Rico offers rich history and culture with must-see attractions for Princess guests pre- and post-cruise. These seven-day cruises, which visit more ports than any other 7-day Princess cruise to the Caribbean, are on sale May 16.
Princess Cruises Sails to Prime Viewing Spot for 2026 Total Solar Eclipse in Europe
Astrotourism is top of mind for travelers making special trips for phenomenal experiences in the sky—and with the recent “take-your-breath-away” total solar eclipse, thousands of cruisers onboard Emerald Princess and Discovery Princess off the coast of Mexico caught a glimpse of the astounding total darkness event.
Princess Cruises Announces Revised 2025 World Cruise Itineraries
Given the ongoing situation in the Red Sea and surrounding area and following extensive consultation with global security experts and government authorities, Princess Cruises is revising the itineraries for its two 2025 World Cruises, which will no longer visit the Middle East or Asia, and now instead, will offer new port stops in Africa and Europe.
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.