Royal Caribbean Wants to Own Texas Market
Royal Caribbean Group has set its sights on the Texas cruise market. “We’re expecting to own the Texas market as it relates to cruising into the Caribbean,” said Michael Bayley, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean International, speaking on the company’s first quarter earnings call April 30. A new terminal that opened in 2022 in…
Avalon Waterways Introduces Seasonal Excursions for 2027
Avalon Waterways has unveiled new seasonal excursions for 2027 designed to take place exclusively during specific times of the year, according to a press release. The excursions span spring, summer, fall and winter and are timed to regional activities and traditions. “Our new seasonal excursions connect our guests more deeply to the places they’re exploring,”…
Baltic Ports Organization to Host Shore Power Seminar in Hamburg
The Baltic Ports Organization will host a shore power supply seminar and a study visit at the Port of Hamburg on June 26, according to an announcement. The event is designed for decision-makers responsible for technology implementation, sustainability, investments and infrastructure development in ports and terminals. Session topics include onshore power for container vessels at…
Aurora Expeditions Completes Largest Antarctic Season
Aurora Expeditions has completed its largest Antarctic season to date, operating 30 voyages, facilitating an estimated 819 landings and welcoming a 30 percent increase in expeditioners representing 56 nationalities, according to an announcement. “This season represents a significant milestone for Aurora Expeditions,” said Michael Heath, chief executive officer at Aurora Expeditions. “Delivering 30 voyages to…
Riviera Travel Unveils May Incentives for Advisors
Riviera Travel has revealed its incentives for Travel Advisor Appreciation Month in May. The incentives include a chance to win a ticket for the 2027 ASTA River Cruise Expo and gift cards on bookings, according to a statement. “Our company and industry as a unit could not excel without the support of our travel advisor community,” said Stuart Milan, president…
MSC Bringing Yacht Club Concept to F1 Miami Grand Prix
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 Spotlights 5 European Gardens to Explore on Spring Cruises
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: Space, Design and Choice
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 Sets Date for Q1 2026 Earnings Call
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.
Liberty: Disruptive Technology and AI Will Improve Product, Drive Returns
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…
Analyst: Royal Caribbean Revised 2026 Outlook Not as Bad as Feared
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: More Itineraries and Greener Operations
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, Moore & Company Form Maritime Advisory Partnership
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 Announces 2028 Grand Voyages
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…
Royal Caribbean: ‘We Have Turned the Corner’ on Europe Softness
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…