Norwegian Cruise Line has announced additional changes to its deployment plans for the 2025-26 season, with an additional 35 cruises onboard four ships being cancelled. According to a statement sent to travel advisors on Friday afternoon, the sailings were scheduled to take place onboard the Norwegian Bliss, the Norwegian Breakaway,

PortMiami and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) announced that the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners has approved NCLH to assume responsibility for the operations and maintenance of the existing Cruise Terminal B Garage, as well as the development of a new Multipurpose Parking Facility at PortMiami. According to a press

Three cruise lines are adding cruises to Alaska to their schedule in the summer of 2026: Azamara, MSC, and Virgin. Returning to the destination after a seven-year hiatus, Azamara will offer a series of ten- to 13-night cruises in Alaska and Canada starting in May 2026. Sailing in the region

Celebrity Cruises launched its inaugural homeporting season in Port Canaveral this week with the Celebrity Equinox. According to Port Canaveral, the vessel has become the 15th vessel to be homeported in its cruise terminals. After completing a trans-Atlantic crossing that began in Europe, the ship arrived in Port Canaveral for

Fincantieri has announced it has delivered the new Viking Vela as the 499-suite vessel was handed over in Ancona on Tuesday. The Viking Vela is a cruise ship with a gross tonnage of approximately 54,300 tons. It features 499 cabins and can accommodate 998 passengers and is an upsized version

After undergoing an unscheduled drydock earlier this month, the Scenic Eclipse resumed service in South America on Nov. 27, 2024. The Scenic ship sailed from Buenos Aires, Argentina, for a 21-day expedition to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctica. Set to end in Ushuaia, the itinerary includes a five-day

HX (formerly known as Hurtigruten Expeditions) has been acquired by a consortium of investors, according to a statement. The company said that the acquisition will facilitate the final stage in the separation of HX from its sister company Hurtigruten (both previously part of the Hurtigruten Group) and will include 140

Virgin Voyages is set to debut in Alaska in 2026 with the new Brilliant Lady. Cruise Industry News takes a closer look at the company’s inaugural season, which features departures from Vancouver and Seattle. First Cruise Dates: May 11, 2026 Length: Ten nights Homeports: Vancouver (Canada) to Seattle (United States)

Norwegian Cruise Line is moving its ships back to the Caribbean and North America as part of a redeployment plan that saw over 50 cruises for 2025-26 being cancelled. Here’s all we know about the cancellations and the new itineraries, which will open for booking on Nov. 29, 2024. Norwegian

MSC Cruises has provided an update on the construction progress of its newest ship, the MSC World America, set to launch in less than five months. The company revealed that the liquefied natural gas-powered ship is currently undergoing interior outfitting, including public spaces and guest facilities, at the Chantiers de

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has announced new voyages for its 2026 summer season in Northern Europe and the Mediterranean. In a press release, the company unveiled voyages to be offered on the Evrim and the Ilma, which will explore coastal escapes and destinations across Europe. Offering 44 new voyages from

The MSC Grandiosa recently set sail from the Palumbo Shipyard Malta after spending three weeks in drydock at the facility. Set to spend the upcoming winter season in South America, the ship arrived in Genoa, Italy, to kick off a repositioning cruise on Nov. 16, 2024. Following visits to destinations

Viking Holdings Ltd today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. Key Highlights Total revenue for the third quarter of 2024 increased 11.4%, or $171.9 million compared to the same period in 2023. Gross margin increased 18.0% and Adjusted Gross Margin increased 12.0% compared to the

MSC Cruises has kicked off its winter 2024-25 cruise season from Miami, with the departures of the MSC Divina and MSC Seaside, according to a press release. The MSC Seascape will also be homeporting in Miami, offering week-long Eastern and Western Caribbean sailings. The MSC Divina and MSC Seaside will

Disney Cruise Line announced that the honorary godparents for its newest ship, the Disney Treasure, will be held by The Walt Disney Company’s global cast, crew, Imagineers and employees. This designation honors over 200,000 individuals who contribute to Disney’s experiences and create lasting memories for families worldwide, the company stated.