Cruise Vacations News
Experience the Wonders of Mexico, Hawaii, and California with Princess Cruises’ 2026-2027 Sailings
From sun-drenched Mexican beaches to the volcanic landscapes of Hawaii and the rugged beauty of California’s coast, Princess Cruises’ newly announced 2026-2027 West Coast season delivers unforgettable journeys across 26 breathtaking destinations. Sailing from Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Vancouver, B.C., the program spans 69 voyages, including the debut of the highly anticipated Star Princess. With itineraries designed to immerse travelers in the culture, natural beauty, and cuisine of each region, the season promises a world-class cruising experience unlike any other.
ROYAL CARIBBEAN BRINGS THE ACTION WITH 2026-27 CARIBBEAN AND NORTHEAST LINEUP
Vacationers are in for more ways to make memories across Royal Caribbean’s latest combination of tropical and Northeast 2026-27 getaways. The lineup of 12 Royal Caribbean ships rounds out a variety of adventures across Florida, Texas, Puerto Rico and the Northeast for every type of family and vacationer to get away any time of year. Crown & Anchor Society loyalty members can be among the first to book on Royal Caribbean’s website ahead of the official openings on Wednesday, Nov. 20, and Thursday, Nov. 21.
OCEANIA CRUISES ANNOUNCES BEST-EVER BLACK FRIDAY SALE
Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has launched its Best-Ever Black Friday Sale, featuring up to a four-category stateroom upgrade plus an exclusive additional amenity, offering added value of up to $5,500 per stateroom. Alongside the stateroom upgrade offer, guests can choose from a premium drink package (unlimited wine, beer, and spirits), shipboard credit up to $1,000, or free/reduced airfare.
Travel Icon Samantha Brown to Host Mediterranean Voyage Aboard Newest Ship, Allura™
Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has partnered with travel expert Samantha Brown of the PBS Emmy®-winning TV show “Samantha Brown’s Places to Love,” to host one of Allura’s inaugural sailings next summer.
Oceania Cruises to Debut 1,250-Guest Riviera in Alaska in 2025
Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is offering more than a dozen immersive explorations of Alaska in 2025, taking travelers beyond typical tourist sights to discover the unique perspectives, local culture, soaring glaciers, and pristine wilderness of “The Last Frontier.” An Oceania Cruises first, the 1,250-guest Riviera™ will sail her first season in Alaska making her the first and only cruise ship in the region designed for foodies, by foodies, where travelers will enjoy the best of the 49th state, paired with the Riviera’s luxurious small-ship ambiance and myriad of gourmet culinary experiences.
MAJESTIC CITIES, AND NEW SHORE EXCURSIONS TO HEADLINE SEABOURN’S 2024-2025 ASIA CRUISE SEASON
Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel, is offering an extraordinary line-up of Asia itineraries for the late 2024 and 2025 cruise seasons. From December 2024 to March 2025, and again in November 2025, Seabourn Encore and Seabourn Quest will embark on a series of captivating voyages across Southeast Asia and Japan, visiting diverse regions, from the vibrant cultures of Vietnam and Thailand to the dazzling skyline of Singapore.
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.
Holland America Line Offers Cruisers the Chance to Sample a Grand Voyage
Holland America Line, a leader in destination-rich longer voyages, is inviting cruisers to sample one of its most prolific cruise categories by booking a segment of either the 2025 Grand World Voyage or 2025 Grand Voyage: Pole to Pole, for as little as $169 per day, including all taxes and fees.
NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE® OFFERS MORE OPTIONS FOR PORT-IMMERSIVE EUROPE ITINERARIES
Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, has open for sale additional cruises for its 2026 spring/summer season with more port-immersive Europe sailings across Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, and Greek Isles across eight ships providing cruisers a variety of sailing lengths and embarkation ports to plan their dream European vacation; in addition to bucket-list itineraries through the South Pacific, warm weather summer voyages through the Western Caribbean, journeys to Canada and New England for the fall season, among other fascinating destinations.
SEABOURN ANNOUNCES STELLAR LINEUP OF ENTERTAINMENT FOR 2024 GRAND AFRICA VOYAGE
Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel, announced a powerhouse lineup of entertainment and Seabourn Conversations speakers during the 2024 90-day Grand Africa Voyage on Seabourn Sojourn. The bespoke, curated program will feature a brand-new collection of cast shows, 28 guest entertainers, and 12 renowned speakers, including West End Star Ricardo Afonso, soul singer and American Idol star Michael Lynche, explorer and TV host Dr. Mireya Mayor, and Iceland’s First Lady, Eliza Reid.
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.