Windstar Cruises’ Richest Wave Offer in Company History Offers Powerful Sales Incentive to Travel Advisors
Windstar Cruises is launching what is positioned to be the richest Wave Season offer in the company’s history, designed specifically to help travel advisors drive conversions and close more sales for 2026 and beyond. (more…)
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Global Ports Holding Limited (“GPH”), in partnership with Ocean Platform Marinas (“OPM”), has been awarded a 25-year concession agreement for the operation of Seville Cruise Port, the city’s cruise and megayacht terminal located between the Delicias and Tablada quays at the Port of Seville. 

Atlas Ocean Voyages‘ owner Mystic Cruises has inked a deal with China Merchants Shipbuilding Industry Corporation to build one firm order for a new cruise ship, along with options for three additional vessels.
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) today announced its highly anticipated winter 2027/28 deployment and the return of its guest-favorite Free at Sea Plus™ package offering more unlimited amenities, including premium beverages, streaming Wi-Fi, Starbucks® and more. 
Carnival Firenze to Offer Itineraries from New York and a Special Carnival Journeys Cruise from Miami; Carnival Splendor Adds Special Sailings to and from Singapore.
American Cruise Lines has announced a record-breaking year in 2025, securing 23 prestigious awards and reinforcing its position as the most awarded US cruise line. 

Holland America Line and Seabourn Cruises have both secured a deal with IMG to broadcast the FIFA World Cup 2026 across their respective fleets. 

National Geographic Photo Camp offers immersive storytelling experiences to youth in Galápagos and Baja California Sur.
Princess Cruises is kicking off summer 2026 with a winning play: the cruise line has secured rights from IMG to broadcast every match of the FIFA World Cup 26™ across all 17 ships in its fleet. 

Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group announces the launch of the Explora Club Referral Programme, designed to recognise and reward the loyalty of existing Explora Club Members while inviting their friends and loved ones to discover the world of Explora Journeys.
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is kicking off the Wave Season with its “The world awaits you – Book early. Travel with excellence.” campaign, focusing on the booking period between June 2026 and April 2027.
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has confirmed details for its next Expedition Summit, taking place on May 8, 2026.
The Supervisory Board has appointed Dr. André Walter as the new CEO of Meyer Werft, effective July 1, 2026.
Today, MSC Cruises announced a major new order for four next-generation cruise vessels and two additional options from MEYER WERFT in Papenburg, Germany, marking the launch of its “New Frontier” platform—a brand-new class of ships. 
In an event that strengthens the ties between the cruise industry and the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the traditional plaque exchange ceremony was held today to commemorate the first call of the Marella Voyager at the capital’s port, which Marella Cruises has chosen as its home port for this season.
The second edition of the Costa Global Summit 2025, organized at the Centennial Pavilion of Fira Montjuic in Barcelona, saw the presence of leaders in the industry, travel agents, and other global partners in an attempt to examine Costa Cruises’ vision of the future of cruising.
The cloud-based web and mobile MXP365 software covers the entire digital guest journey from pre- cruise to onboard and post-cruise.
Royal Caribbean unveiled its 2027-28 itinerary, with several ports in the Dominican Republic included, offering cruise passengers the opportunity to explore various tourist destinations in the country.
Carnival Cruise Line sent another shipment of hurricane relief supplies today to Ocho Rios, Jamaica aboard Carnival Horizon. 

Crystal is giving cruisers a sneak peek at its upcoming luxury cruise ship, Crystal Grace, with a series of suite renderings.
Fincantieri’s shipyard in Marghera, Italy, recently completed the float-out of a new luxury cruise ship for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings’ Regent Seven Seas Cruises. 