Azamara Cruises has announced its 2028 spring, summer and fall sailings.  According to a press release, this will be the cruise line’s first full season in Asia.  With 33 sailings aboard the Azamara Pursuit, the Asia program introduces nine Combination Cruises, allowing guests to explore multiple countries including Japan, South Korea and China within a single extended journey.  “We are constantly refining our itineraries to deliver thoughtfully curated experiences for...

Mitsui Ocean Cruises has unveiled its 2027 cruise season aboard the Mitsui Ocean Fuji and Mitsui Ocean Sakura.  From February through September 2027, the cruise line will offer 27 new sailings to North American travelers, according to a press release.  Ranging from five- to 12-nights, they will showcase Japan’s landscapes and traditions, from snow festivals and cherry blossoms to summer fireworks and autumn harvests.  “With our newly released 2027 cruise season offered...

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has unveiled a promo that includes free flights on selected Mediterranean sailings this year, with flights departing from or arriving at London Gatwick or Manchester Airport. According to a press release, the deal is valid for new Freedom Fare bookings made by May 31, 2026, and applies to the first and...

Silversea kicked off its 2026 Alaska and Arctic seasons last week, according to a press release.  On May 14, guests joined the first Alaska voyage, while the Arctic season began on the following day.  “Silversea has a longstanding leadership in delivering deeply immersive experiences in over 900 of the world’s most remarkable destinations, including both polar regions,” said Bert Hernandez,...

The Adora Flora City will embark on its maiden voyage from the Guangzhou Nansha International Cruise Port on November 22, Adora Cruises said in a press release.  The maiden voyage will be a five-night journey to Hong Kong and Hue (Chan May), Vietnam.  After that, the inaugural season will run until January 2, 2027.  “Guangzhou has outstanding geographical advantages and enormous...

Holland America Line and Princess Cruises announced a leadership change in their joint Alaska and Yukon operations. Ralph Samuels is stepping down from his position as vice president of government affairs, effective June 2, 2026, after nearly 18 years of service, according to a statement. “Ralph’s steady leadership, integrity and deep understanding of our industry...

Explora Journeys has opened sales for its Summer 2028 Journeys Collection. In a press release, the company said the new collection represents a significant expansion of its global presence, spanning 178 destinations across 27 countries. Explora noted that the season’s highlight would be the debut of the Explora VI in August 2028, bringing the fleet...

American Cruise Lines held a christening ceremony for its newest riverboat, the American Encore, in Lewiston, Idaho, on May 12, the cruise line said in a statement.  The ship’s godmother is Cathy McMorris Rodgers, who represented Eastern Washington and the Snake River in Congress for 20 years.  Following an included hotel stay in Portland, Oregon on May 5, the...

Hapag-Lloyd has highlighted Japan as one of its most popular itineraries, with the 2026 season now underway aboard the Hanseatic inspiration.  The cruise line said in a statement that additional Japan sailings aboard the Hanseatic spirit, Europa and Europa 2 were added for 2027 and 2028 due to strong demand.  Guests can explore all four of Japan’s main islands, Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu and...

The Celestyal Journey made her inaugural call at Agios Nikolaos, Crete on May 12, 2026.  According to a statement, this port will replace a stop that was previously made in Heraklion during Celstyal’s seven-night “Idyllic Greece” itinerary. Sailing roundtrip from Athens, the cruise calls at Kusadasi, Turkey; Rhodes; Agios Nikolaos; Santorini; Mykonos; and Milos.  “Agios Nikolaos has a growing role as a cruise...

Costa Cruises has presented its “Change for Free” offer, allowing guests to plan their trips with more flexibility, according to a statement. Thanks to this, Mediterranean cruises booked by June 3, 2026, can be modified up to 30 days before departure, with no additional costs, subject to availability. The promo covers itineraries aboard the Costa...

The MSC Euribia has started its Northern Europe season, MSC Cruises announced in a press release.  The ship will take guests to explore Norway’s fjords sailing from Kiel and Copenhagen, stopping in Hellesylt/Geiranger and the Flaam village, among others.  Having been stranded in the Arabian Gulf for nearly two months, the ship was supposed to reposition to Northern Europe through Africa.  However, it ended...

Riviera Travel has announced the addition of a new ship to its Radiance Class fleet. The Riviera Rhapsody is set debut on April 1, 2028, starting with the Bruges, Medeival Flanders, Amsterdam & The Dutch Bulbfields itinerary along Dutch waterways. It will then reposition to the Rhine River in summer to sail a range of...

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has partnered with Italian bedmaker Flou to bring its Leonardo Sleep Systems to the Seven Seas Prestige, launching in December 2026. Thanks to this, the ship’s “Distinctive Suites” categories (Seven Seas Suites up to Signature Suites) will get handcrafted mattresses. Furthermore, a bespoke custom mattress will be designed exclusively for the...

Heritage Expeditions’ Japan voyages will be featured on Australian travel show Travel Oz Global, the company said in a press release.  Premiering on Channel 10 at 9:30am (AEST), Sunday, May 17, season 8 episode 5, “Japan By Sea,” will star operations director and expedition leader Nathan Russ, alongside travel writer Susan Elliott.  Sailing aboard the Heritage Adventurer, they explore destinations such as Tokyo, Mt Fuji, Nagoya, Owase, Kochi, Shikoku Island, Fukuoka, Hiroshima, Miyajima...

Hurtigruten has unveiled a promo for select 2027–28 season departures, which are now open for booking.  The cruise line is offering a 10 percent discount on select departures of its Original Voyages and the Signature Limited Collection itineraries launching in 2027 and 2028 when booked before June 21, 2026.  According to a press release, the discount applies to select departures from April 2027 through March 2028.  “Today’s travelers want more than a cruise; they...

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has partnered with luxury and lifestyle brand Ginori 1735 to enrich the spaces aboard the Evrima.  Custom-designed outdoor textiles and vibrant décor celebrating the art of travel will be featured on the ship as part of the Ginori Terrace Concept at sea.  A limited-time craft cocktail menu inspired by Ginori 1735’s Italian heritage will also be available, according to a statement.  Drawing inspiration from the marine world, the collection brings...

National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has launched a Travel Advisor Resource Hub, a centralized platform with resources for sales partners.  Designed to simplify how travel advisors do business with the brand, the hub brings together toolkits, digital assets and training materials, as well as latest news and direct access to the sales team, among other things.  In a press release, the cruise line said this marks a significant step forward in optimizing advisor workflows...

Crystal is adding a new Wellness at Sea Retreat aboard the Crystal Serenity, sailing roundtrip from Lisbon Oct. 11–17, 2026. The voyage will mark the debut at sea of Sanctum, a music-led movement practice that combines high-intensity training, breathwork and meditative movement into an immersive experience. Crystal said in a statement that the retreat will...

Andy Saporito has joined TradeLaneTalent (TLT), an executive recruiting agency focused on the maritime, logistics transportation and supply chain sectors, as strategic advisor. He will work with the agency’s leadership to support its expansion and strengthen relationships across the maritime, port, transportation and logistics sectors, according to a press release. “I’m excited to join TradeLaneTalent...

MSC Cruises is giving guests more dining options aboard the MSC Seashore thanks to the addition of two new fast-food concepts.  The two new venues – The Chicken Man and Red Cactus BBQ & Ribs – are included in the cruise fare and will complement the ship’s existing specialty restaurants, the cruise line said in a statement.  “We are proud to offer our guests a variety...

Viking has revealed its first fully electric motor coach, supporting a destination-focused shore excursion program in Vienna. In a press release, the cruise line said this makes it the first river line to operate a 100 percent electric motor coach for guest transportation in Europe. “We have always been deliberately concerned about the environment, which is why we design our ships thoughtfully to reduce fuel consumption. As...

Compagnie Française de Croisières (CFC) is offering discounted fares for a selection of 2026 and 2027 departures. The savings, ranging from 10 to 50 percent, apply to a limited number of cabins, subject to availability at the time of booking. The offer is valid for cruises booked before June 1, 2026, departing from July 4,...

AmaWaterways has appointed Quinby Dobbins as chief financial officer and Stefano Negro as vice president of newbuild and maintenance. In a press release, the company said the leadership additions support its next phase of fleet growth and long-term operational scaling. “These appointments underscore our continued focus and investment in the future of AmaWaterways,” said CEO...

The maiden arrival of the Seabourn Encore in Vancouver marked the start of Seabourn’s 2026 Alaska season and the first time the ship will sail in the region.  According to a statement, the ship will operate 17 voyages between Vancouver and Juneau ranging from seven to 14 days between May and September 2026.  As previously reported, each of these can be combined to...

Jamaica Cruising, a cruise marketing brand of Jamaica Vacations Limited, is teaming up with global influencer IShowSpeed, who made a stop in Jamaica as part of his Caribbean tour.  The American Ghanaian content creator, whose full name is Darren Jason Watkins Jr., is sharing Jamaica’s locations, culture and experiences with millions of viewers worldwide, according...