MSC Cruises has unveiled a Yacht Club experience debuting at the 2026 Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix taking place May 1-3. As part of this, a multi-level superyacht-inspired structure will be created in the Marina at the Miami International Autodrome. Positioned along turns 5 through 9, the experience will combine views of up to five...

Marella Cruises has highlighted five European gardens that guests can visit during its cruises this spring. In a press release, the cruise line described them as ideal for travelers looking to enjoy a floral escape and explore new green spaces while on holiday. Marivent Gardens – Palma, Majorca Sitting outside of Palma, these gardens combine...

Four Seasons is bringing its hallmark philosophy of space, choice and distinctive design to the oceans with its new yacht operation. According to Chief Executive Officer Ben Trodd, the brand’s approach centers on understanding how ultra-high-net-worth individuals define luxury, which at its core, revolves around flexibility and freedom from rigid schedules. “Most of the ultra-high-net-worth...

Viking Holdings has scheduled a conference call to discuss its first quarter 2026 financial results at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, May 14, 2026. The results will be released before the stock market opens that day. The call will be simultaneously webcast on Viking’s investor relations website, and a replay will remain available there for 30 days after the call.

Disruptive Technology and AI will only help drive performance at Royal Caribbean Group, said Jason Liberty, president and CEO, speaking on the company’s first quarter earnings call. “What differentiates us in this space is not access to tools, but the combination of a deep understanding of our guests, a fully integrated digital ecosystem the ability...

Royal Caribbean’s revised 2026 earnings and yield guidance came in better than Wall Street had feared, according to a note from Sharon Zackfia, analyst at William Blair, who said the softness triggered by geopolitical uncertainty has already begun to ease. Zackfia noted that bookings for Mediterranean and West Coast of Mexico itineraries softened in March...

Swan Hellenic is unlocking remote regions like West Africa and leaning into sustainable operations to meet evolving consumer demands, according to CEO Andrea Zito. He said that developing new itineraries outside traditional polar regions is not only a cultural value but also an operational necessity that avoids the financial burden of repositioning ships empty. “We...

Across Oceans Group (AOG) is forming a strategic partnership with Moore & Company to expand advisory services across the U.S. commercial shipbuilding sector, global cruise industry and maritime investment market. The combined expertise across the maritime advisory and law sectors is expected to enable new partners to provide integrated services across the full lifecycle of...

Holland America Line today announced the itineraries for its two 2028 Grand Voyages, according to a press release. The new cruises were “shaped by years of guest feedback and a shared appetite for discovery,” the company said. Passengers can choose between a 129-day circumnavigation of the globe onboard the 2028 Grand World Voyage or a...

Speaking on the company’s first quarter earnings call April 30, Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty described what had been, at the start of the year, an exceptional setup for the company’s European deployments that then softened. “If you kind of zoom out in the beginning of the year, demand from North Americans...

Hurtigruten has shared its 2025 annual results as the company said the year was marked by strong financial momentum, with significantly improved profitability, solid revenue growth and a strengthened financial position, according to a statement. “The 2025 figures show that the changes we have implemented are delivering results. The underlying operations have improved significantly, we...

Le Havre’s cruise terminals marked an operational milestone on April 16 with the first dual call at Le Havre Verrazzano Cruise Terminal, according to an announcement. The Majestic Princessmade her inaugural call to Le Havre during a simultaneous operation alongside Nieuw Statendam from Holland America Line. “This inaugural call of the Majestic Princess, during a...

Lindblad Expeditions may be managing one of the most complex supply chains there is, according to Max Duque, chief supply chain officer. Duque and his team have their share of complexity, with a fleet of small ships operating expedition itineraries globally. “The itineraries we run are very unique and very difficult to service from a...

Celestyal Cruises has announced a one-day-only flash sale valid for a selection of sailings in Greece. According to a statement, the campaign will run for 24 hours on April 30, 2026. It will feature 25 Greek Island cruises sailing roundtrip from Athens in May and June 2026. “We’re incredibly excited to be back in our...

Carnival Corporation has deployed Inatech’s Shiptech platform to help improve its fuel planning and procurement operations. Thanks to real-time insights, the end-to-end digital platform allows users to make informed fuel purchasing decisions based on fuel price, quality, compatibility and availability. According to a statement, Shiptech will be used to boost the fuel efficiency of more...

Heritage Expeditions will sail an exclusive preview voyage aboard its new expeditions vessel the Heritage Discoverer in November, according to a press release. Having previously sailed as the Exploris One and Silver Explorer, the vessel found its new home at Heritage earlier this year, when the company said it would be renamed the Heritage Discoverer. Called “The Ultimate South Georgia, Falklands and Antarctic...

Royal Caribbean Group today reported first quarter Earnings per Share of $3.48 and Adjusted EPS of $3.60. The company said these results were better than the company’s guidance due to more favorable revenue, lower costs, and better performance from joint ventures. During the first quarter, the company returned approximately $1.1 billion to shareholders through $836...

The MSC Euribia recently became one of the largest cruise ships to transit the Suez Canal as part of its repositioning voyage to Northern Europe. According to an update from the Suez Canal Authority, the MSC Cruises vessel transited the waterway for the first time on April 26, 2026. Having spent nearly two months stranded...

The Port of Los Angeles and Princess Cruises celebrated the maiden arrival of the company’s newest vessel, the Star Princess, to the LA Waterfront. According to a press release, the Sphere-class ship made its inaugural visit to San Pedro on April 29, 2026. After spending the upcoming summer season in Alaska, the LNG-powered vessel is...

AmaWaterways has christened its second ship in Colombia, the 64-guest AmaMelodia, in Barranquilla, according to a press release. “This milestone means so much to us, not only as we expand our presence in Colombia, but also as we continue to strengthen the relationships we’ve built here,” said Kristin Karst, chief brand ambassador at AmaWaterways. The...

The new Orient Express Corinthian has been named at the Joubert graving dock in Saint-Nazaire. The christening ceremony for what is said to be the world’s largest sailing yacht was celebrated on April 29, 2026, together with Chantiers de l’Atlantique, the cruise line said in a press release. On May 2, 2026, the ship will...

The Valletta Cruise Port celebrated the maiden calls of two cruise ships on Tuesday, with the arrivals of the Norwegian Pearl and the MSC Euribia. According to a social media update, both vessels made their first visits to the Maltese port, which is a subsidiary of Global Ports Holding. To mark the occasion, the Norwegian...

The National Geographic Society and Lindblad Expeditions have announced the 2026 Grosvenor Teacher Fellowship cohort, marking 20 years since the fellowship’s founding, according to a press release. The cohort includes 36 educators from across North America who will embark on expeditions worldwide. “As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Grosvenor Teacher Fellowship, I am...

The christening cruise of TUI Cruises’ next InTUItion-class ship, Mein Schiff Flow, will feature live acts, music, art and movement. The eight-day christening voyage will sail from Trieste on June 18, reaching Palma on June 25, 2026, the cruise line said in a press release. This will be preceded by a pre-inaugural voyage sailing from...

UK magician Stephen Mulhern will take up a summer residency at the Iona’s Limelight Club, P&O Cruises said in a press release. Mulhern’s magic show “Stephen Mulhern’s Live & Unbelievable!” will be shown on four nights of three back-to-back seven-night cruises.  Sailing roundtrip from Southampton in July in August, the cruises are: Norwegian fjords, seven nights, departing July 25, 2026. Prices start at £879.  Norwegian fjords, seven nights, departing August 1, 2026. Prices start at £929.  Spain &...

“Dining aboard our ships is immersive, elegant and deeply personal,” Günter Lorenz, vice president of food and beverage at Crystal Cruises, told Cruise Industry News. “We offer fine dining without formality, indulgence without excess and service delivered with intuitive warmth. Each venue offers its own identity, yet all share the same commitment to quality, precision...

Royal Caribbean International’s Icon-class debuted in 2024 with the Icon of the Seas, which was followed by the Star of the Seas in 2025. The Legend of the Seas debuts this summer as it launches service in the Mediterranean before heading to the Caribbean. The fourth Icon-class vessel, Hero of the Seas, is slated for...

Royal Caribbean has welcomed guests to Royal Beach Club Santorini in Greece. According to a press release, this is the first Royal Beach Club to open in Europe. As previously reported, the club will welcome vacationers from Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises. The club is visited as part of the Ultimate Santorini Day, a full-day...

Atlas Ocean Voyages is pushing the boundaries of expedition cruising with the introduction of the industry’s first ice-class luxury sailing yacht, according to Chief Executive Officer James Rodriguez. The company is also strategically expanding its deployment starting in 2028, he added, noting that technical innovation and respect for the environment are what drive the brand’s...

Carnival Cruise Line is adjusting two itineraries aboard the Carnival Venezia, which is offering cruises to the Caribbean departing from Port Canaveral. According to a statement sent to booked guests, the vessel’s present itinerary was changed to drop a planned visit to Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos. Instead of visiting the destination, the Venezia will...

Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. will report 2026 first quarter financial results before the market opens on Tuesday May 5, 2026. A conference call to discuss the results will follow at 9:00 am Eastern Time, the company said in a press release. The earnings release and a live audio webcast of the call will be available...

The World Odyssey is currently undergoing a drydock ahead of kicking off its farewell season for Phoenix Reisen. Following the completion of its spring world cruise for Semester at Sea, the 1998-built vessel arrived at a shipyard in Germany in mid-April. Preparations include a change of livery, as well as the renaming of the vessel,...

Holland America Line’s Rotterdam is back in service after a two-week drydock in The Netherlands. The first guests got to see the enhancements firsthand on April 26, and the Rotterdam now resumes its seven-day summer itineraries throughout Northern Europe. According to a statement, one of the areas that was refurbished is live music venues. Billboard...

Royal Caribbean Group has announced in a statement that its credit cards developed in collaboration with the Bank of America are available for application starting April 28. As previously reported, the Royal ONE and Royal ONE Plus cards are meant to simplify how travelers earn and redeem rewards across the company’s brands: Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea. The Royal ONE Credit Card is available...

A rising tide raises all ships, the old saying goes. Scenic Group’s Managing Director Ken Muskat certainly sees the rapidly expanding luxury expedition cruising market that way. While the increase in high-end small-ship tonnage injects competition into the sector, it also amplifies what Scenic does better than any other, Muskat told Cruise Industry News. “I...