Crystal Confirms Third Ocean Ship for 2032 Delivery
Crystal announced today the finalization of an order with renowned Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri for construction of a third ocean ship for a 2032 delivery. It will follow new ships for the brand that are scheduled for 2028 and 2030. All three ships will be 690 guests and be about 61,800 tons. This comes as a…
Princess Cruises Announces 131-Day Circle Pacific Cruise for 2026
Princess Cruises announced its most extensive voyage yet with a new 131-day Circle Pacific itinerary departing in January 2026, according to a press release. Sailing from Ft. Lauderdale, the voyage will feature 60 port stops across 19 countries around the Pacific Ocean, replacing the previously announced 2026 World Cruise, which had included stops in the…
Miami Reports 8.2 Million Cruise Passengers
PortMiami announced that it has highest-ever cruise passenger total of 8,233,056 travelers in Fiscal Year 2024, which started October 1, 2023 and ended September 30, 2024. The Port experienced a 12.79% increase in cruise passenger totals compared to its previous record of 7,299,294 passengers in Fiscal Year 2023, according to a statement. “PortMiami continues to…
Cruise Lines 2024 Q3 Breakdown: By the Numbers
Cruise Industry News takes a look at the financial performance of the “big three” cruise corporations following the third quarter of 2024. Traditionally, the third quarter has been the key part of the year for cruise operators, as it spans the summer months with more family travel and more deployment into higher yielding markets such…
Cruise Season to Bring 152 Calls, One Million Passengers to Santos, Brazil
The Port of Santos, in Brazil, is expecting 152 calls from 14 ships during the 2024-25 season, which is scheduled to start on Nov. 8, 2024. According to a press release from the Santos Port Authority (SPA), the vessels are projected to bring over one million passengers to the port. This milestone will be achieved…
Cruise Orderbook: 67 New Ships and 170,000 Berths by 2036
The latest edition of the global cruise ship orderbook by Cruise Industry News shows that 67 ships are scheduled to enter service by 2036. With the recent addition of two newbuilds for Viking, the new vessels are now scheduled to add over 170,000 berths to the global cruise market. [Note: Download a print-ready PDF of…
Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas Completes 25 Years
After being delivered to Royal Caribbean International on Oct. 29, 1999, the Voyager of the Seas has completed 25 years in service. Built by Kvaerner Masa-Yards in Finland, the 142,000-ton vessel was the first in a series of ships originally known as the Eagle Class. Then the world’s largest cruise ship, the Voyager of the…
Seabourn Unveils 2026-27 Expedition Sailings
Seabourn has announced its 2026-27 expedition itineraries, now available for booking, according to a press release. The Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit will visit up to 161 destinations across 31 countries, featuring 24 distinct sailings with a total of 46 departures. “Exploring the smaller, less-traveled corners of the world in ultra-luxury style has always been…
Scenic Eclipse in Drydock for Azipod Replacement
According to an update shared by Scenic Cruises, the Scenic Eclipse is currently in drydock in Galveston, Texas, for the installation of a new Azipod. The new propulsion unit will replace one that is currently inoperable, the company explained in a social media post. Scenic added that it’s working closely with its partner ABB Group…
Resorts World Cruises Celebrates Inaugural Sailing from Dubai
Resorts World Cruises celebrated the inaugural Gulf sailing of the Resorts World One, departing from Port Rashid Cruise Terminal 2 in Dubai on November 1, 2024. The ship will operate three weekly cruises across Gulf destinations. Nearly 600 guests, including regional dignitaries, media, and influencers, attended a celebratory event onboard, hosted by Resorts World Cruises…
Royal Caribbean Eyes Major Passenger Potential in Texas
Royal Caribbean Group has high hopes for the Texas market, according to Jason Liberty, president and CEO, speaking on the company’s third quarter earnings call. Liberty said the Texas market was larger than Florida, “and has a similar cruise consideration, but only half the penetration.” That has led to a number of key investments and…
New Ship Management Collaboration Offers Agility and Flexibility
In a strategic ambitious move set to reshape the cruise ship management landscape, OSM Thome and Ship Management Group have entered into a partnership aimed at enhancing service standards across the cruise, river, and offshore accommodation sectors. The collaboration between the two companies aims to offer shipowners a compelling alternative for management solutions. This partnership…
Royal Caribbean Reports Q3 Earnings, Raises Guidance
Royal Caribbean Group reported third quarter Earnings per Share (“EPS”) of $4.21 and Adjusted EPS of $5.20. According to the company, these results were better than the company’s guidance due to stronger pricing on close-in demand, continued strength in onboard revenue and lower costs due to timing. Additionally, balance sheet actions taken in the third…
MSC Cruises Announces 2026 Alaska Program
MSC Cruises announced today that it will offer sailings to Alaska for the very first time, with the new itineraries now open for booking, according to a press release. The MSC Poesia will homeport in Seattle for the 2026 season and depart weekly on seven-night sailings to Alaska and Canada starting May 11, 2026. Ports…
Royal Caribbean’s Oasis Returning to the U.S. After Drydock
After completing a drydock in Europe earlier this month, the Oasis of the Seas is currently returning to the United States. The Royal Caribbean International ship is offering a repositioning cruise that started in Barcelona, Spain, on October 24, 2024. Following visits to destinations in Spain and the Bahamas, the 14-night trans-Atlantic crossing is scheduled…