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Aurora Expeditions’ 2026 Arctic and Beyond season includes new solo cabins
Aurora Expeditions has released its new 2026 Arctic and Beyond season, including the company’s first-ever voyages to Southeast Asia, the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Coast, as well as new dedicated solo cabins on every sailing. The season features 42 departures including new expedition voyages to Indonesia and Borneo, an opportunity to view the 2026 solar eclipse from Greenland on the popular ‘Jewels of the Arctic’ itinerary, as well as new Arctic destination combinations on its polar voyages, travelling with a maximum of 130 passengers. In addition, Aurora’s best-selling...
Carnival opens 2026/2027 cruises from Tampa, Mobile
Carnival Cruise Line has announced its lineup of 2026/27 cruises from two of its U.S. homeports: Tampa and Mobile. The new cruise vacations are now available for booking for sailings to popular destinations including The Bahamas, the Caribbean and the Panama Canal. “As America’s cruise line, we continue to sail from more U.S. homeports than any other line and our 2026/27 offerings from Tampa and Mobile are great examples of that commitment to provide our guests with the convenience of sailing from homeports that are a short drive away,” said Christine Duffy, president of...
Ritz Carlton’s newest luxury super yacht, Ilma, debuts in Rome
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection proudly introduces Ilma, its second new-build luxury super yacht, to its distinguished fleet. The yacht embarked on its maiden voyage, a seven-night journey from Monte Carlo to Rome, on Sept. 2. As the first and only luxury hospitality company at sea, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection advances its position at the forefront of the industry with a second yacht now sailing, illustrating a future-focused vision that keeps pushing the boundaries of luxury travel at sea. "The launch of Ilma exemplifies the unwavering dedication of The...
Viking announces six new Asia itineraries through Japan & China
Viking has 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. The itineraries will continue to highlight rarely-seen destinations and ports in China to which only Viking has access. Each voyage will offer guests immersive destination-focused experiences, insightful lectures and regionally inspired cuisine. Now open for booking, the new...
Oceania Cruises adds new cruises from Tampa
Oceania Cruises 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. The cruise line will feature a collection of seven- to 20-night itineraries exploring Caribbean islands including St. Thomas, St. Kitts, and Tortola; calls in Cozumel, Costa Maya, and Belize City; plus, a daylight transit of the Panama Canal and overnight stay in Panama City. These voyages can...
Carnival Splendour gets livery update
Carnival Cruise Line has just unveiled a sneak peak of the Carnival Splendor’s new livery following its dry dock in Singapore. The ship now features the red, white, and blue hull design introduced by Carnival in 2021. In addition, both sides of the ship also feature a distinctive Southern Cross design – a signature marking from the P&O Cruises Australia ships that will soon be joining the Carnival fleet. Throughout history, the Southern Cross constellation helped early sailors find their way as they crossed oceans to reach Australia. The five stars were useful nighttime...
Holland America opens bookings for its 2026 Alaska Cruise Season
Holland America Line has opened bookings for its 2026 Alaska cruise season, which will feature six ships in the region. From April through September 2026, Holland America Line will give guests the option to sail roundtrip from Seattle, Washington; roundtrip from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; or between Vancouver and Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska. Itineraries range from seven to 28 days and include the popular monthlong “Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice” sailing and a new 14-day option roundtrip from Seattle. Dan Rough, vice president of revenue management for Holland...
Carnival unveils new itineraries for 2025, 2026
Carnival Cruise Line has unveiled an array of new itineraries for seven of its ships setting sail in 2026 and 2027 from four of its U.S. homeports: Miami, Port Canaveral, Galveston and Baltimore. Among the many destinations featured in the new itineraries is Half Moon Cay, a private island set for expansion. The destination known for relaxing, beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters will be enhanced to include an expanded beach, dining and beverage experiences along with a pier that will allow some of its ships to dock, making way for Carnival’s Excel class...