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Cruise Industry News · 1d

$63.5 Billion of New Cruise Ships: May Orderbook Update

As of May 2025, the global ocean cruise ship orderbook includes 73 vessels valued at $63.5 billion. These ships average 106,238 tons, 2,423 passengers, and have an average estimated cost of $869 million each.
U.S. News Travel · 1d

The 11 Best Honeymoon Cruise Itineraries for 2025 and 2026

Whether you’re seeking laid-back island-hopping or the trip of a lifetime, these voyages are tailor-made for two.
Insider on MSN.com · 3d

I sailed on MSC's giant new ship and saw how the European cruise line is catering to Americans

MSC has Americanized its new cruise ship to tailor it to the US market. This has translated into a sports bar, faster dinner service, and more shade.
Forbes · Mar 27, 2025

The Most Exciting New Cruise Ship Launches Of 2025

New ships from major cruise lines like Royal Caribbean, Celebrity and Norwegian are all set to debut this year. Here are the best new cruise ships of 2025.
Cruise Industry News · 6h

Windstar Wraps Mystery Cruise; 2026 Edition Selling Fast

Windstar Cruises has wrapped up its inaugural President’s Mystery Cruise, which took place on Star Legend from April 19 – 27 in the Mediterranean. The sold-out journey, which was based from Athens (Piraeus),
USA TODAY · 20d

3 To Know: Man drives into building; Mega Millions changes, new cruise ship

A Naples man has been arrested for intentionally driving his car into a thrift store in Naples and injuring six people.
WLRN · 23h

Cruise giant Carnival will build a new HQ in Miami

The world's largest cruise ship operator will stay in its hometown and bring more of its employees to the region, as it consolidate its North American operations to the Waterford Business District, just south of Miami International Airport.
TravelPulse on MSN.com · 4h

Royal Caribbean Shares New Details About Entertainment and Dining on Star of the Seas

Royal Caribbean's new ship, Star of the Seas, debuting in August, will feature diverse entertainment including shows like "Back to the Future: The Musical" and numerous dining options with more than 40 spots.
Icon for www.travelweekly.comTravel Weekly · Feb 18, 2025

The big deal about the new cruise ships of 2025

We're back with new episodes of the Folo, and we're kicking it off with two back-to- back episodes about cruise. And why not -- it's Wave season. In this first episode we have three cruise ...
Orlando Sentinel · 29d

Carnival Cruise Line to send new ship to Port Canaveral

Carnival Cruise Line announced Sunday details on new ships including its next sister ship to Carnival’s Mardi Gras coming to Port Canaveral.
Icon for www.travelagentcentral.comTravel Agent · 4d

MSC Cruises Unveils New Family Entertainment for Summer 2025

Beginning June 2025, families onboard MSC Cruises can enjoy brand-new, immersive activities. These include: Additionally, two original MSC Cruises game shows, BOXES and MSC BOOM, will make their ...
USA TODAY on MSN.com · 7d

New dominant norovirus strain may be cause of higher cruise ship outbreaks, CDC says

Norovirus outbreaks on cruise ships are spiking in 2025, with 13 reported incidents so far, nearly as many as all of last year.
Seeking Alpha on MSN.com · 6d

Norwegian cruise line outlines 2025 strategies with 4% capacity growth and new ship launches

Q1 2025 Management View CEO Harry Sommer highlighted the company’s Q1 2025 performance, where net yields exceeded expectations by 1.2%, contributing to an adjusted EBITDA of $453 million. Adjusted EPS reached $0.
New York Post on MSN.com · 14d

Award-winning Caribbean beach destination dropped from cruise itineraries due to new safety fears

Cruisers headed to the Caribbean are steering clear. Royal Caribbean is updating its itineraries to drop an award-winning port from upcoming sailings due to safety concerns regarding escalating gang violence and political instability.
mlive · 13d

Mackinac Island’s Sip n’ Sail cruises to add new adventure for summer

A new type of cruise is being added to the popular Sip n' Sail lineup for the 2025 season. Reservations are open for these island cruises that are all about soaking up the perfect Mackinac vibe.
Icon for www.morningstar.comMorningstar · 19d

Princess Cruises Celebrates the Opening of the 2025 Alaska Cruise Season

New for 2025, Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness ... Glacier Bay Experience Programs for all cruises visiting Glacier Bay National Park include Park Rangers hosting information desk and guest ...
Icon for www.clickorlando.comNews 6 WKMG · 29d

New Carnival Cruise ship coming to Port Canaveral. Here’s when

With a 6,400-guest capacity, the cruise ship will feature three brand new zones that will “celebrate music with new music-themed venues and immersive experiences,” a release said. Recommended ...
Icon for www.newsweek.comNewsweek · 17d

New Texas Cruise Ship Terminal Expected in November: What to Know

Scheduled to open in November 2025, the new terminal will initially serve MSC Cruises' MSC Seascape, with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships also operating from the site. The cruise terminal ...
Icon for www.buffalorising.comBuffalo Rising · Apr 7, 2025

Wheels are now in motion, to create a New Cruise Terminal on Buffalo’s Outer Harbor

It all starts with the issuing of Request for Proposals (RFPs) by the Erie Canal Harbor Development Corporation (ECHDC) – seeking proposals to design, develop and create a new cruise terminal to ...
Icon for ftw.usatoday.comUSA Today · 21d

3 To Know: Man drives into building; Mega Millions changes, new cruise ship

While Mega Millions may be ‘new and improved,’ the tax situation ... dart boards and ‘Dirty Dancing’ On the last night of an MSC Cruises’ sailing earlier this month, passengers were ...
Icon for www.travelpulse.comTravelPulse · 6d

MSC Cruises Unveils New Family Entertainment Offerings

MSC Cruises is unveiling new family entertainment offerings for upcoming summer voyages. Kids, teens and parents alike will enjoy new additions like game shows, parades, parties and immersive experiences—including wildly popular Guinness World Record ...
NOLA.com · 14d

A $5,000 cruise from New Orleans to Pensacola? This 8-day Gulf Coast vacation is coming.

American Cruise Lines is launching a new eight-day cruise next spring that will travel along the Gulf Coast from New Orleans to Pensacola.
Icon for www.oaoa.comOdessa American · Apr 6, 2025

Disney is launching two new cruise ships: How this impacts cruisers this year

Last summer, Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro announced four new ships joining the fleet between 2027 and 2031. By the end of that period, Disney Cruise Line’s total fleet size will ...
Icon for www.travelandleisure.comTravel + Leisure · 21d

The Best New Cruise Ships Sailing Around the World

With a breadth of knowledge about destinations around the globe, air travel, cruises, hotels, food and drinks, outdoor adventure, and more, they are able to take their real-world experience and ...
Miami Herald on MSN.com · 4d

What do you want on a cruise? How private resorts are changing travel

Growth in cruise ship travel is starting to slow compared to the post-pandemic boom. That trend has cruise lines looking at several ways to keep people coming on board. Some are creating new private resorts. Others are doubling down on super high-end luxury trips. Still others are offering river cruises.
Icon for www.wkrg.comWKRG · 21d

New cruise line to boost Mobile tourism in 2026

American Cruise Lines is a fleet of smaller ships offering both coastal and river tours. Beginning in March 2026, Mobile will be one of the six ports for their tour from New Orleans to Pensacola.
Icon for www.newsweek.comNewsweek · 28d

Carnival Names New Cruise Ships—And Mega 8,000-Guest Giant Is Coming Soon

Get in touch with Chloe Mayer by emailing c.mayer@newsweek.com A cruise company has revealed the names of two new vessels preparing to set sail on the high seas—and has also revealed ambitious ...
Cruise Fever · 15d

New Cruise Ship Prototypes Show What Cruising Could Look Like in 2100

Every year at Seatrade Cruise Global, Meyer Werft presents new cruise ship prototypes that give us a glimpse at what cruises could look like in the
Icon for www.express.co.ukDaily Express · 3d

The new incredible 7-night cruise ship touching down in two pretty European countries

Cruisegoers on the hunt for their next adventure at sea will have to look no further than a new incredible luxury river ship. AmaWaterways has officially christened its newest luxury river cruise ...