Regent Orders Newbuild at Fincantieri for 2033 Delivery
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has added another newbuild to its orderbook with the addition of another order at Fincantieri, set for delivery in 2033. It follows the Regent Seven Seas Prestige, set for delivery late next year, and a second newbuild scheduled for 2030. All three ships will be 77,000 tons with capacity for 822…
China Cruise Shipping: Executives Confident on Market
Leaders from cruise lines, shipyards, and academia gathered at the 18th China Cruise Shipping Conference being held in Guangzhou to share strategies shaping the next phase of China’s cruise industry. The event was hosted by the China Cruise and Yacht Industry Association (CCYIA). Adora Cruises Unveils Greater Bay Expansion Adora Cruises CEO Roger Chen shared…
Camila and Matthew McConaughey Christen Star Princess in Florida
The Star Princess has been officially named by godparents Camila and Matthew McConaughey in Florida. While the ship was alongside at Port Everglades, the couple christened the ship, breaking a celebratory bottle of Pantalones Organic Tequila, the brand they co-founded. Hosted by travel and lifestyle TV personality Dawn McCoy, the ceremony took place in the…
Lindblad: Booking Uptick Supports Optimism
“Looking ahead, our net booking course remains strong for 2026 in both segments and is tracking significantly ahead of the prior year,” said Natalya Leahy, Lindblad Expeditions Holdings’ CEO, speaking on the company’s third quarter earnings call. “We’ve seen a very encouraging uptick in 2027 bookings as well, as we just launched our 2027 deployment….
NCLH: Oceania Fully In Luxury Market
The opportunity in the luxury cruise market has never been stronger, according to Harry Sommer, president and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, who was speaking on the company’s third quarter earnings call. Sommer said that both Oceania and Regent were perfectly positioned to capture demand, with Oceania now in the luxury market. Previously, the…
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Reports Q3 2025 Results
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025, and provided guidance for the fourth quarter and full year 2025. Highlights Achieved a quarterly record with total revenue of $2.9 billion in the third quarter, an increase of 5% versus third quarter of 2024. GAAP net income was…
Disney Destiny Arrives in Florida
Disney Cruise Line announced that the Disney Destiny, the newest ship in the fleet, arrived in Port Canaveral, marking a milestone before the vessel heads to Fort Lauderdale for its christening on November 10. The company said that Disney Destiny is its first “Heroes and Villains”-themed ship, which will immerse guests in stories from Disney,…
New Taxes Reportedly Pushing Cruise Ships Away from Iceland
Cruise ships are reportedly being pushed away from Icelandic destinations due to a new infrastructure tax that was introduced in 2025. The Iceland Monitor reported that the effects of the new fee are being felt especially in rural communities, which are said to be facing economic setbacks because of it. Mentioning data from Cruise Iceland,…
Port Canaveral Welcomes Celebrity Apex as Newest Addition
Port Canaveral added a new option to its homeported fleet with the arrival today of the Celebrity Apex which kicks off a winter schedule of seven-night sailings to The Bahamas and Caribbean. The Celebrity Apex, the brand’s second Edge-class vessel, replaces the Celebrity Equinox, which launched the cruise line’s first-ever schedule from Port Canaveral last…
Royal Caribbean: Record Prebooked Onboard Revenue; App Key
When Royal Caribbean first introduced its app in 2017, the idea was to give guests the first day of their vacation back by eliminating the need to wait in line for various onboard reservations. “Since then, the app together with our e-commerce engines, has evolved into a cornerstone for our e-commerce strategy, transforming from a…
MSC Magnifica Refurbishment Begins in Malta Shipyard
MSC Cruises has announced that work has begun on the upgrade of the MSC Magnifica, marking the start of an enhancement program that underscores the company’s investment in enhancing the guest experience. MSC Cruises’ CEO Gianni Onorato said: “By introducing our MSC Yacht Club to these ships, along with new restaurants, gyms and wellness spaces,…
Royal Caribbean Reports 2025 Q3, Increases Guidance
Royal Caribbean Group today reported third quarter Earnings per Share of $5.74 and Adjusted EPS of $5.75. The company said these results were better than the company’s guidance primarily due to higher than expected close-in demand and lower costs. The company is raising its full year 2025 Adjusted EPS guidance to $15.58 to $15.63, representing…
Windstar’s Star Explorer to Sail in Europe Year-Round
Windstar Cruises will deploy the Star Explorer year-round in Europe when it debuts in late 2026 for the small-ship brand. Now open for booking, her first full season of Europe cruises runs through March 2028, featuring a lineup of classic journeys and new itineraries on the 224-guest ship. From Circumnavigating Ireland to discovering the Seven…
MSC Euribia Sails Around Africa Ahead of Season in the Middle East
The MSC Euribia is currently sailing to the Middle East ahead of its winter season in the United Arab Emirates and the Arabian Gulf. With its repositioning cruises cancelled due to security concerns in the Red Sea, the LNG-powered ship is currently sailing around Africa. The long voyage started in Northern Europe in mid-October and…
Discovery Princess Arrives in Asia for the First Time
Sailing in the region for the first time, the Discovery Princess recently arrived in Asia as part of a repositioning cruise. The ship embarked on a 29-night itinerary between Seattle and Singapore following its summer season in Alaska. The month-long repositioning voyage departed from North America in late September and included visits to four destinations…