Cruising News
Princess Cruises Installs Innovative Food Waste Biodigesters Onboard New Flagship: Sun Princess
Power Knot Ocean, the market leader for onsite organic waste management solutions in the marine environment, announced today the successful deployment of 26 of its machines aboard Princess Cruises’ latest luxury cruise ship, the Sun Princess. The integration of Power Knot’s LFC biodigesters and WEP effluent pumps on board Sun Princess marks a significant stride toward sustainable waste management practices within the cruise industry.
Holland America Line Visits All Seven Continents and Includes an Antarctic Experience
Holland America Line is set to sail one of its most ambitious Grand World Voyages in 2026. The meticulously planned 132-day cruise will span all seven continents, including a special four-day Antarctic Experience. Details were announced today by President Gus Antorcha to 2024 Grand World Voyage guests aboard Zuiderdam, which is currently sailing in between Okinawa and Tokyo.
MSC Cruises Introduces Winter 2024-25 Canary Islands Itinerary with MSC Opera
MSC Cruises has unveiled its plans to deploy the MSC Opera to the Canary Islands for the winter 2024-25 season, with bookings now available. The ship will embark on 7-night voyages featuring six ports of call, starting from Santa Cruz de Tenerife and concluding back in Tenerife.
Carnival Corporation Announces New Pier Extension for Celebration Key in The Bahamas
Carnival Corporation & plc, the world’s largest cruise company, today announced plans for a $100 million pier extension that will double the arrival capacity of Celebration Key™, Carnival Cruise Line’s new exclusive destination scheduled to open on Grand Bahama island in the summer of 2025.
Cunard Announces New Voyages from September 2025 through January 2027
Luxury cruise line Cunard has announced new voyages sailing from September 2025 to January 2027 across its iconic fleet of four Queens.
Antarctica21 Unveils Plans for Magellan Discoverer, a Cutting-Edge Vessel Designed for Exploration
Antarctica21, leader in boutique Antarctic expeditions, has announced the construction of its latest vessel, Magellan Discoverer, set to join its fleet for the 2026-27 Antarctic season. The new vessel reflects the company’s commitment to excellence in small ship and specialist expeditions while strengthening its position in the premium segment of the Antarctic travel market.
Travelzoo Launches the Ultimate Guide to Cruising
Travelzoo®, the club for travel enthusiasts has launched the brand-new ‘Cruise Hub’ – a guide to cruising from some of the most influential voices in the industry.
Heritage Expeditions Announces First Wave Season Launch and Cruise Industry First for 2025-26
Pioneering New Zealand-based expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has released the first wave of their 2025-26 season with a 20% Early Bird discount and news of a cruise industry first on one of its first five itineraries of the season.
Luxury travel company andBeyond has announced the extension of its South America portfolio
Conservation-led luxury travel company andBeyond has announced the extension of its South America portfolio with the launch of an expedition yacht in the Galapagos Islands. Named the andBeyond Galapagos Explorer, the 38 m (124 ft) yacht will operate on two 7-night routes in the east and west of the famed Galapagos Islands. Boasting just six suites and cabins, the yacht will cater for a maximum of 12 guests, with two expert guides present on each departure.
Royal Caribbean Unveils Exciting Island Escapes for 2025-2026 Season
Royal Caribbean International announces its extensive lineup of island-hopping vacations for the 2025-2026 season, featuring cruises departing from seven U.S. cities. These adventures cater to diverse preferences, offering 5- to 12-night voyages across the Caribbean, The Bahamas, and even destinations in New England and Canada.
ANDBEYOND AND QUARK EXPEDITIONS LAUNCH A TASTE OF THE WILD LIFE: A MASTERCLASS WITH KRIS TOMPKINS
Conservation-led luxury travel company andBeyond has partnered with Quark Expeditions to expand their operations to a fourth continent. Together, the partners have created A Taste of the Wild Life; A Masterclass with Kris Tompkins. Brought to you by andBeyond and Quark Expeditions, with Kris Tompkins, the 18-night land and sea adventure gives travellers an intimate glimpse into what is being done to protect the exceptional landscapes and wildlife inhabitants of Chile and Argentina, as well as the Antarctic Circle. The trip also offers an opportunity to gain first-person insight into the events described in the documentary A Wild Life, which tells the story of Kris and Douglas Tompkins and the contributions that they have made towards nature conservation in South America.
Award-Winning Distillery Buffalo Trace Selects Premium Barrel for Holland America Line
Master blenders Drew Mayville and Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame inductee Freddie Johnson curate an exclusive barrel for the fleet