Ponant Explorations has announced that it is offering more than 150 departures across the Mediterranean, Northern Europe and the Atlantic Islands from October 2027 through November 2028, which are now available for booking. The collection features more than 80 Mediterranean sailings, voyages through Northern Europe and the British Isles, and Atlantic island Itineraries, including Cape...

Ambassador Cruises has announced that, after winning the Ambassador PEEL Playwriting Challenge 2025 last December, “Venison” by Huw Turnbull made its debut onboard the Ambition during its two-week “Delights of Western France & Spain Explorer” sailing in May 2026. The company said in a statement that the Ambassador PEEL Playwriting Challenge 2025 is an annual...

Windstar Cruises has announced “More Reasons to Say Yes”, a limited-time offer that is available on new bookings made between July 1 and November 17, 2026. According to the company, the promotion includes a complimentary all-inclusive upgrade worth more than $1,300 for two guests on a seven-night voyage, a reduced $300-per-stateroom deposit, and additional loyalty...

Explora Journeys has announced that, as of today, Hilton’s partnership with Explora Journeys allows Hilton members to earn and redeem Points on luxury ocean Journeys booked through Hilton. “Today’s guests seek enriching experiences, personal recognition and the freedom to explore the world in a way that is uniquely theirs,” said Anna Nash, President of Explora...

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has put the spotlight on its 2026-27 Christmas and New Year cruises, featuring routes across the Caribbean, the Indian Ocean, Nordic landscapes and the Antarctic. The company said in a press release that for many, the run-up to Christmas is a hectic season paired with a growing desire to spend mindful moments and...

Oceania Cruises has announced two appointments within its North America Sales leadership team, reinforcing the company’s focus on its travel advisor partnerships and trade sales organization. Alicia Steuart has joined as senior director of sales, while Michael von Wittenau transitioned to the newly created role of senior director of national accounts and partner engagement. Steuart...

The Port of Galveston’s Cruise Terminal 16 has been recognized for meeting the standards for environmentally sustainable design, construction and operations with a Silver certification under the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program. Galveston Wharves Port Director and CEO Rodger said that this is the second cruise terminal at...

Adora Cruises has announced that the family stage show “Shanhai Classic Adventure” had its premiere on July 5 aboard the Adora Magic City, the company’s first large ship, officially launching its summer-themed season. “We’re thrilled that the ‘Shanhai Classic Adventure’ family stage show premiered successfully, kicking off this summer-themed cruise season. We continue to explore...

P&O Cruises has introduced new menus at its gastropub, Keel & Cow, onboard the Arvia and Iona, offering guests an elevated and modern steakhouse experience. The refreshed menus launched onboard the Iona on Saturday, July 4, and on the Arvia on Sunday, July 5, offering guests new dishes and greater choice while retaining the venue’s...

Crystal has announced four new Wellness at Sea retreats for 2027, curated by Dalila Roglieri, the company’s Wellness Ambassador and Culinary Nutritionist. “Wellness is deeply personal, which is why every Wellness at Sea retreat is designed to offer a variety of perspectives and practices that support each guest’s individual journey,” said Dalila Roglieri, Crystal’s wellness...

MSC Cruises has launched a new Digital Remote Check-In solution in Seattle, designed to streamline the embarkation process and deliver a seamless end-to-end experience to guests. Introduced during the inaugural Alaska season of the MSC Poesia, the service enables guests traveling on MSC Cruises’ official airport transfers to complete their cruise check-in at Seattle-Tacoma International...

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises & Tours invite travelers to experience Europe’s Christmas markets and their traditions through a collection of river cruises across Europe in 2026 and 2027. “River cruising provides the perfect way to experience multiple markets and destinations in one seamless journey, allowing travelers to fully immerse themselves in...

Visit Bellevue has announced the debut of the Bellevue Airport and Cruise Shuttle, a new transportation program that connects participating Bellevue hotel pickup locations to Seattle cruise terminals. According to Visit Bellevue, the new shuttle makes the pre- and post-cruise stay a little easier for guests. One-way fares start at $30, reservations can be made...

Ponant Explorations has unveiled a new Caribbean itinerary for 2028, “Jewels of the Northern Caribbean,” with four departures sailing from La Romana in the Dominican Republic to Nassau in the Bahamas via the Turks and Caicos Islands. Marking a first for the company, the new voyage introduces guests to a lesser-explored side of the Caribbean...

TUI Cruises announced that it invited select partners to the Mein Schiff Flow’s exclusive “Together at Sea” sailing from Trieste. The preview tour offered participants the opportunity to get to know the ship before its christening and to experience the product firsthand. “With trips like ‘Together at Sea’ or the ‘AHOI’ trip, we give our...

Holland America Line has announced the opening of its 2027-28 Caribbean season. Sailing October 2027 through March 2028, the season includes 29 itineraries across 47 departures, visiting 35 ports in 25 countries and territories throughout the Eastern, Western and Southern Caribbean, as well as the Panama Canal. “We’ve built this season to give guests more...

Celestyal has unveiled its first dedicated Western Mediterranean season, introducing a new 14-night voyage that combines Spain, Portugal and Morocco. The deployment, aboard the 1,360-guest Celestyal Discovery, marks a milestone for the company, with itineraries that include 14 maiden calls across the region. Lee Haslett, Chief Commercial Officer at Celestyal, said: “For more than a...

Fred. Olsen has announced that acclaimed composer Benjamin Squires has released his new album, “Soundtrack for the Seas,” the world’s first original musical score for a cruise. Inspired by a voyage to seek out the Northern Lights, it was created in his new role as the first-ever Composer-in-Residence for Fred. Olsen, and the cruise industry...

dnata Travel Group has announced that it has expanded the scope of responsibility of Alvin Materi, commercial director of cruise, to include the oversight of cruise sales and commercial partnerships at Arabian Adventures in the Middle East. This is in addition to Destination Asia’s operations across Asia. In his expanded role, Materi will work with...

Azamara Cruises and OneSpaWorld Holdings Limited have announced a series of enhancements to the onboard spa experience as part of their nearly 20-year partnership. The upgrades will roll out fleetwide across Azamara Cruises vessels as each ship enters a scheduled drydock as part of Azamara Cruises’ fleetwide enhancement program, Azamara Forward. “OneSpaWorld has been a...

Oceania Cruises has announced its 2027 Specialty Cruises, bringing together destination-rich itineraries and hosted experiences where cuisine, culture and personal connection take center stage. The line’s 2027 Specialty Cruises offer guests opportunities to engage with guest hosts and celebrated experts while exploring some of the world’s most evocative regions, the company said. “Our 2027 Specialty...

Ambassador Cruise Line has launched a new themed sailing, “Decks & Decades… a 70s, 80s & 90s Celebration.” Departing from the Port of Tyne in the North East on September 22, 2026, the four-night themed sailing aboard the Ambition will feature live entertainment, themed dining experiences, dress nights and opportunities to sing, dance and reminisce...

Everllence has unveiled the expansion of the PrimeServ Academy at its Augsburg site. The company said in a press release that the PrimeServ Academy in Augsburg is Everllence’s hub for training on large, medium-speed engines and turbochargers and that, in recent years, an average of around 1,500 people have participated in training there annually. Participants...

The Port of Vancouver said that July and August are on track to be the busiest months ever for the Canada Place cruise terminal. A record-breaking 290,000 passengers are expected to pass through Canada Place in July, the most ever for a single month, with similar passenger numbers anticipated in August. “The Canada Place cruise...

Holland America Line has announced that it is on track to complete the series of major enhancements at its Holland America Denali Lodge property in time for the 2027 Cruisetour season, which is now open for booking. The company said in a press release that the $70 million multi-year investment is underway, with many upgrades...

MSC Cruises has revealed new details of a Pan-Asian dining concept set to launch onboard the MSC World Asia. The integrated concept gives guests flexibility, whether they are seeking a full dining experience, a relaxed drink, or a quick bite between activities. Stéphane Franchini, senior director, food and beverage product, MSC Cruises, said: “With this...

Swan Hellenic has announced an enriched 2027 season, featuring its new Asia Unlocked offer, which offers a free upgrade to a balcony stateroom and “Gold” Wi-Fi for every new booking made by November 9, 2026. The season will see the launch of 10 voyages sailing on the Minerva in New Zealand to Vanuatu, the Solomon...

Riviera Travel has unveiled a first look at its newest five-star river cruise ship, the Riviera Resplendence. On Saturday, July 4, the ship will depart from Cologne on its maiden voyage, embarking on its inaugural “Rhine Cruise to Switzerland” itinerary, welcoming guests onboard for the first time. “The Riviera Resplendence represents another significant milestone for...

Riverside Luxury Cruises has announced that, across the Riverside fleet, the Vintage Room will now offer guests an enhanced concept centered on three new elements: expanded pairing options, a lunch pairing menu and an exclusive pre-dinner wine tasting experience. “Great dining isn’t about telling guests what they should enjoy, and when. It’s about helping them...

Riviera Travel has announced that it is offering travel advisors $250 gift cards on river cruise bookings in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. From July 1, 2026, to August 5, 2026, advisors will earn a $250 Visa gift card for every new river cruise booking. The company said in a statement that: This incentive is...

Velarca, which recently launched the 32-guest, 100-meter-long Velarca Explorer newbuild concept in response to the shifting expedition market, is working towards transforming ideas into what it describes as fully realized vessel concepts. Sami Lehtonen, founder and CEO of Isola Corvus (the Finnish company behind the Velarca brand), told Cruise Industry News in an interview that...

Celebrity River Cruises has announced that guests can now benefit from guided, multi-day Before and After Stays in Europe, offering curated, end-to-end destination experiences. Before and After Stays, a version of pre- and post-cruise experiences, are available before a river cruise journey begins or after it ends. 2027 programs in Prague and Budapest and 2028...