P.E.I. welcomes first cruise ship of season, with more boats expected than last year
This year’s cruise ship season has kicked off in Prince Edward Island, with the first vessel of the season sailing into Charlottetown Harbour on Monday morning. (more…)
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Today (April 20, 2026), in collaboration with the National Geographic Society, National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions released the 2025/2026 Traveler Impact Report, highlighting a record-breaking year of global impact made possible by the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic Fund (LEX-NG Fund).
Last week, Lindblad Expeditions’ CEO Natalya Leahy joined industry leaders during an exclusive panel at Seatrade Cruise Global to discuss expedition cruising, sharing insights on what lies ahead for adventure travel, and the transformative power of exploration. 
Explora Journeys has unveiled a landmark partnership that brings together the worlds of ultra-elegant ocean travel and high-velocity racing.
Crystal is previewing its 2028 cruise itineraries, including Crystal Grace’s inaugural season. Sailings span the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, the Arctic, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and the Caribbean.
Oceania Cruises shared new details of La Table par Maîtres Cuisiniers de France, its highly anticipated new dining venue debuting aboard the brand’s next-generation ship, Oceania Sonata. 


Princess Cruises, one of the world’s most iconic cruise brands, celebrated a major milestone over the weekend as its newest ship, Star Princess, completed its first-ever transit of the Panama Canal.
Adora Cruises, in partnership with Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., announced on April 16 that Adora Flora City, China’s second domestically built large cruise ship, will be delivered on November 6, 2026—nearly two months ahead of schedule. 
Royal Caribbean Group today (April 16, 2026) announced the launch of the Royal Caribbean Group Foundation, a formal expansion of the company’s long-standing commitment to strengthening ocean communities around the world. 
Silversea has unveiled its World Cruise 2029, A Pacific Awakening, sailing from San Diego on January 5, 2029.
Discover the latest updates on the Iran conflict’s impact on cruising—from the Strait of Hormuz to deployment plans and marine fuel costs.
Luxury travelers love exploring the world in their own unique way, and as they age, they simply adjust their vacation style and personality to match their stage of life. 
A little over a month after welcoming Norwegian Luna — its newest ship — Norwegian Cruise Line celebrated a new milestone today by completing the float out of its upcoming vessel, Norwegian Aura.
The Scottish Government’s hugely popular £2 bus fare pilot could end early if it runs out of cash as concerns emerge about 200,000 cruise ship passengers expected this year draining the available funding. 
The first cruise ship to sail from the Port of Philadelphia in 15 years departed Thursday evening after arriving in the city earlier in the day.
The number of Australians taking holidays at sea has surged to record highs, reaching 1.45 million people in 2025, according to figures released today by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA).
Disney Cruise Line will begin including the Dominican Republic in its Caribbean itineraries starting in November, marking a major boost for the country’s cruise tourism industry. 

Princess Cruises announces the launch of POURS, a completely refreshed, signature beverage program that enhances the onboard guest experience through a curated selection of balanced founder-led premium spirits and innovative zero-proof and nonalcoholic beverage offerings. 
StarDream Cruises, which operates StarCruises and Dream Cruises, continues to reinforce its commitment to talent development and industry-academia collaboration through an ongoing partnership with the National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism (NKUHT). 


