Carnival Cruise Line today laid out plans for its next wave of the summer restart of guest operations, including the first cruise for Mardi Gras

Lindblad Expeditions will be returning to Iceland with the National Geographic Explorer. The ship will return to the country for a series of sailings beginning

AmaWaterways revealed additional details about its return to river cruising in Europe during a “fireside chat” with travel advisors and media on May 26. Here

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. — the parent company of Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises — announced the next phase

Royal Caribbean International is the first cruise line to receive approval from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention to operate test cruises as a

After four cruises to Greece in summer 2021, Holland America Line’s Eurodam will assume the previously scheduled cruises of Westerdam in the Mediterranean. From Sept.

Crystal Expedition Cruises said its new luxury expedition yacht successfully completed its second and final sea trial on May 23, marking a milestone toward its

Riviera River Cruises plans to restart European river cruises on July 2 on Portugal’s Douro River. The eight-day “Douro, Porto and Salamanca River Cruise” will

Alaska officials are understandably thrilled that President Biden signed legislation on May 24 that greatly helps cruising resume this summer in the 49th state. The

Royal Caribbean Group Chairman and CEO Richard Fain released an uplifting video message for travel advisors, saying large-ship cruises could resume from U.S. homeports as

As expected, President Joe Biden signed legislation that sets the stage for large ships to cruise this summer to Alaska. The bill – sponsored by

As expected, President Joe Biden signed legislation that sets the stage for large ships to cruise this summer to Alaska. The bill – sponsored by

Viking will add a third ship to sail roundtrip voyages from the Maltese capital city of Valletta, a cultural UNESCO World Heritage Site. Malta also

Atlas Ocean Voyages launched a $250,000 sweepstakes that will award 10 grand prizes for a veranda stateroom aboard any voyage with complimentary roundtrip air travel.

Norwegian Cruise Line plans to restart U.S. operations this summer with Alaska cruises from Seattle on Norwegian Bliss beginning Aug. 7. All guests and crew

Royal Caribbean International has submitted its plan to conduct test cruises to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, moving a step closer to

Jamaica continues to welcome international travelers with enhanced health and safety protocols in place. The Caribbean country was one of the first to reopen to foreign

Royal Caribbean International plans to launch its Alaska season with seven-night cruises roundtrip from Seattle on Serenade and Ovation of the Seas, beginning July 19

Windstar Cruises officially welcomed Star Legend back into the fleet after undergoing a major renovation at the Fincantieri shipyard in Palermo, Italy. It is the

AmaWaterways plans to restart rivers cruising in Europe on select ships, starting July 3 in Portugal. “We are so excited to see the situation in

Avid cruisegoers will be pleased to learn that Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has just reopened bookings for Alaska cruises sailing as soon as August. NCL

Shortly after the U.S. House passed legislation to ease the return of cruising in Alaska this year, Carnival Corp. announced that three of its brands

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises will begin sailing European river cruises on June 20, 2021. The cruise line will begin sailings with its newest Super Ship

The U.S. House on May 20 passed a bill that could help restore an abbreviated cruise season this year. The bill – passed by the

Oceania Cruises unveiled the signature lounges, bars, and wellness areas on Vista, the first of two new 1,200-guest Allura Class ships being constructed by Italian

Victory Cruise Lines has expanded its 2022 itineraries to offer cruises to destinations along the southeastern coast of the United States, including Mexico, the Yucatán

Royal Caribbean International received over 21,000 entries after offering 999 free cruises for residents of the United Kingdom working in the emergency services, National Health

It’s summertime, and cruises are returning in the Caribbean! Here’s a selection of cruise ships that will operate, starting in June, from islands in the

A federal judge in Tampa ruled the civil case between the state of Florida and the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

MSC Cruises announced it would restart sailing from Germany on July 3. When MSC Seaview arrives in Kiel, it will become the cruise line’s first

Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic plans to add additional voyages for the 2021 season in Alaska this summer due to “robust demand.” Lindblad will reactivate its two

Viking has named its newest ocean ship, the 930-passenger Viking Venus, during a celebration in the English Channel as the ship set sail on its

Online cruise marketplace CruiseCompete has released its CruiseTrends report for May 2021, peeling back the curtain to reveal the trends in consumer behavior for cruise travel

Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ship, Mardi Gras, will be registered in The Bahamas instead of Panama and later this week will begin sailing for Florida.

Seven cruise brands from Carnival Corp. & plc plan to resume operations this summer, with AIDA Cruises, Costa Cruises, Cunard, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises,

Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Prima ship has become the brand’s most in-demand ship in the company’s 54-year history, with record bookings. The ship has broken

Carnival Cruise Line’s President Christine Duffy awarded the Miss Dominican Republic Kimberly Jiménez with the “Spirit of Carnival” award and made her the godmother of

Royal Caribbean International is extending the suspension of its global fleet until June 30, 2021, citing health concerns and the current strife in Israel. “Our

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has added two more guidelines for cruise ship companies to follow before cruising in the U.S.

The world is opening up and many countries are making travel easier for visitors who are vaccinated against the coronavirus. Here’s a look at some of

In an attempt to salvage an Alaska cruise season, the U.S. Senate passed legislation that would allow cruise ships to operate in Alaska without visiting

Despite threats from Norwegian Cruise Line about pulling out of Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis has no plans to change his recently announced COVID-19 vaccine orders.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises will launch its first-ever Rivers of the World cruise in 2023, a 46-night cruise traveling to nine different countries combining both

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line, which operates two-night getaways to Grand Bahama Island from the Port of Palm Beach, is offering a buy-one, get-one special in

Oceania Cruises, the upper-premium line already known for outstanding cuisine, is further upgrading its culinary program as part of the next phase of its long-running

Princess Cruises has canceled select sailings in Mexico, California, the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. While the cruise line continues to work with various government and

Cruising for the vaccinated traveler is starting to look a little more normal. The CDC has updated its guidance for passengers and crew who are

Sea Cloud Cruises has accepted delivery of its new Sea Cloud Spirit, a 136-passenger sailing ship, and its maiden voyage is scheduled for Sept. 14

Nassau Cruise Port in The Bahamas is about to become a cruise homeport for the first time ever. And the port happens to be in

Norwegian Cruise Line’s new class of ships – to debut in summer 2022 with the 3,215-guest Norwegian Prima – includes appreciably more deck space and

Carnival Cruise Line hopes to operate up to four cruise ships this summer if the industry can get approval from the U.S. Centers for Disease

Boutique cruise line Azamara has unveiled the health protocols that will be in place when it returns to service with cruises from Athens, Greece, starting

As travel begins to reopen around the world, the annual Monsters of Rock Cruise announced it would return in 2022 for a 10th-anniversary celebration. Departing

Silversea Cruises will begin cruising in the Galápagos Islands June 19 with the all-suite, 100-guest Silver Origin, which was delivered in June 2020. The all-balcony

Hurtigruten Norway has announced that all seven of its Coastal Express ships will be upgraded with greener technologies, reducing carbon emissions by 25 percent by

As travelers eagerly await the return of cruising from U.S. ports, many are likely dreaming of experiencing their favorite at-sea attractions again. From pulse-pounding water slides

Just in time for National Nurses Week, AmaWaterways is gifting free river cruises to frontline medical professionals and active first responders. The cruises are for

Norwegian Cruise Line has named its next ship, due out in summer 2022, Norwegian Prima. It will be the first of six 142,500-gross-ton ships that

Following the CDC’s recent announcement that it was adding new steps to its Conditional Sail Order that would help to restart U.S. cruise ship operations

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. president and CEO Frank Del Rio hinted that the company could potentially position its three brands, including Norwegian Cruise Line,

Crystal Cruises announced 15 new Caribbean sailings departing roundtrip from St. Maarten this August through December. Taking place aboard Crystal Symphony, the cruise line is

Silversea Cruises is marking Travel Advisor Appreciation Month by rewarding its Very Important Partners (VIP) with a selection of rewards in May. “Travel advisors are

WHY IT RATES: In honor of Travel Advisor Appreciation Month, Riviera River Cruises is enabling travel advisors to easily experience its European river voyages for

Viking plans to operate two ships out of Valletta, the capital of Malta, starting in July. The new ocean voyages are open to vaccinated people.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has reported its first-quarter results, which ended March 31, 2021, citing great losses but hope for the future return to sailing.

Princess Cruises has unveiled “Dine My Way,” an enhancement on its MedallionClass program, that lets guests easily pre-plan and tailor their dining experiences. “Dine My

The cruise industry moved a step closer to resuming U.S. operations as the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention on May 5 outlined requirements for

On National Travel Advisor Day, Norwegian Cruise Line is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of its travel agent program called Partners First. The program originated a

Celebrity Cruises announced plans to resume voyages in the Galapagos Islands this summer on three expedition ships. The 100-passenger mega-yacht Celebrity Flora will resume sailing

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is offering a free two-category suite upgrade on more than 80 Mediterranean and Northern Europe voyages in 2022, when booked by

Carnival Cruise Line is changing the hull design of its fleet to match the red, white and blue color scheme on the new Mardi Gras.

Hawaii will begin allowing state residents who’ve been fully vaccinated against the coronavirus to bypass COVID-19 testing and quarantine requirements when they travel between islands

WHY IT RATES: Ultra-luxury line Seabourn has announced an epic new nautical adventure for 2022, lasting 65 days and sailing on an exploration of the

UnCruise Adventures, the small boat adventure cruise line, will be returning to cruising earlier than anticipated, beginning its Alaskan cruises out of Juneau on May

PONANT has announced that it will offer select specialty cruises beginning in 2022 in partnership with Smithsonian Journeys, the Smithsonian Institution’s travel program. With the

American Queen Steamboat Company announced that the American Empress, which cruises along the Columbia and Snake rivers, will resume operating June 14, 2021. The 2021

WHY IT RATES: Atlas Ocean Voyages shows appreciation for its travel advisor partners not only during the month of May but all year long. —Codie

The COVID-19 pandemic hampered international travel for much of 2020 but as vaccines are distributed and more countries reopen their borders to foreign tourists there’s hope

Port Canaveral in Florida will become the first U.S. port to distribute COVID-19 vaccines to port workers and vessel crew members starting immediately, officials announced

The adults-only Yucatan Playa del Carmen is an intimate and chic boutique resort located on the most desirable part of Fifth Avenue and near some

During the unveiling of Disney Cruise Line’s new Disney Wish ship, the Walt Disney Company announced a $1 million donation to the Make-A-Wish foundation. The

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has announced a second Mystery Cruise to Europe, which will depart on September 23, 2022. The news comes after the cruise

As you would expect, cruise-selling travel advisors and organizations were very happy to see a positive update from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention

American Cruise Lines, whose 175-passenger American Constitution began cruising the Chesapeake Bay on 11-day American Revolution cruises, has become the first line to dock in

The Disney Wish is Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship set to sail in the Summer of 2022. Bookings will be available to all by May

MSC Cruises released its new itinerary in the Middle East for fall and winter 2021-2022 on April 29, 2021, called the Eight Days of Discovery.

The Royal Caribbean Group reported financial results for the first quarter of 2021 and the outlook moving forward now that the Centers for Disease Control

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on Wednesday the agency is committed to resuming cruise operations in the United States by mid-summer.

Royal Caribbean International announced a second winter season sailing from Bridgetown, Barbados, from November 2022 through April 2023. News of a second Barbados season comes

Cruise lines operating in Caribbean waters are in discussions with Centers for Disease Control (CDC) officials to re-launch voyages to the region from U.S. ports,

Celebrity Cruises shared the highlights of its newest ship, the 140,600-ton, 3,260-passenger Celebrity Beyond, which is scheduled to enter service on April 27, 2022. The

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. will resume operations overseas with all three of its brands this summer. Oceania Cruises will restart sailing to Scandinavia and

Azamara, the boutique cruise line specializing in Destination Immersion experiences, today announced that its return to the high seas will come on August 28, 2021,

Avalon Waterways’ Active & Discovery cruises, which offer Avalon Choice excursions, will be more widely available in 2022, according to the river cruise line. For

Enjoy a day of family fun on the beach, go on a snorkeling adventure or be pampered at the Spa. Whatever you’re in the mood

Holland America Line is making plans to resume cruising – company President Gus Antorcha hopes it will be in the U.S. by July but if

The state of Florida’s House Commerce Committee has voted 13-5 to back House Bill 267, which would prohibit the citizens of Key West from restricting

Disney Cruise Line returns to the water this summer with sailings from several ports in the United Kingdom. But if you’re over the age of

Cruise ships have come a long way over the past several decades, expanding stateroom offerings, increasing the number of dining venues, enhancing onboard entertainment and testing

“When you wish upon a star” – Disney might just make all your dreams come true with their brand-new ship which is scheduled to make

Royal Caribbean has confirmed the return of sailings to the Mexican island of Cozumel, starting in June. According to Riviera Maya News, officials from Royal

Lindblad Expeditions is letting solo travelers sail for the same rate double-occupancy guests pay in the Galápagos Islands starting this summer. For those who book

Europe may be one of the most popular destinations for river cruising, but U.S. rivers also offer an opportunity to explore. With Europe still off-limits

After more than a year of uncertainty, Norwegian Cruise Line has finally set dates for its long-awaited return to cruising. Earlier this month, the cruise

WHY IT RATES: Starting May 1, MSC Seaside will sail seven-night Mediterranean cruises throughout summer 2021, and its guests will enjoy an exclusive excursion to

Crystal has entered into a new partnership with the California Ocean Alliance (COA), an organization dedicated to research to protect oceans and marine mammals worldwide.

Costa Cruises has updated its summer 2021 cruise program and will operate four ships in the Mediterranean. Two Costa ships will sail in the Eastern

In conjunction with Earth Day, Carnival Cruise Line is highlighting the environmental benefits of liquefied natural gas (LNG), a new fuel to be used on

Today, American Queen Steamboat Company re-creates sense of wonder, excitement and inspirations with all the convenience and comfort of modern luxury aboard the most elegant

Seabourn is developing plans to restart guest sailings on a second ship with weekly roundtrip cruises from Bridgetown, Barbados, beginning on July 18, 2021. The

MSC Cruises will operate cruises from Saudi Arabia this winter in partnership with Cruise Saudi, a company working to develop the kingdom’s cruise industry. The

Alaska is joining a Florida lawsuit against the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) in an effort to restore cruising in U.S. waters,

Avalon Waterways has introduced a new series of sailings featuring world-famous storytellers. Hosts will capture insider narratives beyond the pages of novels, scripts and song

WHY IT RATES: This culinary-themed itinerary is offered on the American Duchess for select sailings in 2021 from St. Louis to Memphis. —Codie Liermann, Senior

Throughout this year and last Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has donated more than $2 million to global nonprofit organizations to support people and places impacted

Royal Caribbean International’s fifth Oasis-Class ship, set to enter service in March 2022 as the world’s largest, will call China home. The 236,857-gross-ton, 6,988-passenger ship

Small-ship operator American Cruise Lines is now operating six of its 13 vessels in eight states around the country. The U.S.-flagged company, based in Connecticut,

AmaWaterways has opened its 2023 Europe river cruise itineraries, a full seven months before previous years due to strong pent-up demand. In fact, the company

Seabourn has revealed its fall, winter and spring voyages for 2022 and 2023, showcasing the beauty and culture of the Caribbean, Asia and the Pacific

In a new five-minute video, Royal Caribbean Group Chairman and CEO Richard Fain expressed optimism that U.S. cruising could return this summer but cautioned against

The House of Representatives has joined the battle to allow cruising to resume in U.S. waters this summer. Florida Reps. María Elvira Salazar, who represents

Hurtigruten Expeditions has launched an Earth Week sale offering up to 40 percent off select Alaskan and Norwegian cruises, while The Hurtigruten Foundation will also

To celebrate the upcoming debut of Family Feud Live! on the Mardi Gras ship, Carnival Cruise Line announced a new cruise-themed version of the popular

U.S. News & World Report has released its 2021 Best Countries rankings, which takes into account responses to a survey of more than 17,000 business

After the past year we’ve had, isn’t it time to celebrate whatever positivity we can? Holland America Line thinks so. “As Holland America Line moves

The grass-roots “Ready, Set, Sail” campaign to resume cruising, launched by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) on March 24, has already generated more than

AIDA Cruises announced a series of seven-day voyages from Greece starting on May 23. The sailings will depart from Corfu and travel through the Greek

As the cruise industry and its fans press for a restart of cruising in the U.S., two Democratic lawmakers are urging the Centers for Disease

Holland America Line is launching a new “Have It All” premium package that includes shore excursions, beverages, specialty dining and Wi-Fi in one base cruise

Viking took delivery of Viking Venus, the company’s newest 930-passenger ocean ship, at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Ancona, Italy, on April 15, 2021. The new ship

MSC Cruises plans to start operating more ships on new itineraries in the Mediterranean and Europe for summer 2021. The ships will operate under the

Silversea Cruises opened sales April 15 on new Eastern Mediterranean voyages aboard the 596-guest Silver Moon from Greece starting June 18, 2021. The new luxury

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings continues to advocate for the cruise industry and the return to cruising. The company, which operates Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises

MSC Cruises has extended its pause for ships sailing from the United States through June 30, 2021. The decision affects sailings for three ships, the

WHY IT RATES: Riviera’s Amsterdam, Cologn and Holland & Flanders cruises provide access to the Floriade Expo, a bucket-list experience for botanists and hobby horticulturalists

Princess Cruises announced upgrades to its onboard internet service, allowing returning travelers to work remotely from the company’s ships at sea. When Princess vessels return

When Norwegian Cruise Line decided to restart cruising in the Caribbean and Greek Isles this summer, the emphasis was on creating a top-notch vacation experience.

New legislation introduced in the U.S. Senate today aims to rescind the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) current Conditional Sailing Order (CSO) for

AmaWaterways has recently launched a second Seven River Journey Through Europe cruise after demand soared for its summer itinerary. The new 45-night river cruise will

Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy has signed a bill urging the U.S. Congress to exempt cruise ships from the Passenger Vessel Services Act while Canadian ports

The CEO of Royal Caribbean International recently addressed the possibility of a return to cruising for ships in the United States this summer and the

Atlas Ocean Voyages is offering complimentary destination weddings and vow renewals during the Feb. 14, 2022, Antarctic expedition. The “Happy Ever Atlas” destination wedding package

Big-ship cruising will not resume from U.S. homeports until lines get more “clarity” on what it will take to gain approval from the U.S. Centers

Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on Friday said cruise lines could sail from U.S. ports as early as midsummer if they can meet safety

Dr. Scott Gottlieb, the former chief of the Food and Drug Administration who helped advise the cruise lines on shaping their health and safety protocols

Crystal announced that Crystal Symphony will sail a series of 15 10-night “Luxury Caribbean Escapes” round-trip from St. John’s, Antigua, becoming the first ship ever

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line said it is planning to resume sailing on July 2 to Grand Bahama Island. The Bahamas Paradise website shows it departing

Florida Gov. DeSantis’ lawsuit to force the federal government to allow cruising in the U.S. gained much attention and enthusiastic reactions from his supporters and

Disney Cruise Line today marked a major milestone in the construction of its newest ship, the Disney Wish, with a traditional keel-laying ceremony. Slated to

Florida Gov. DeSantis’ lawsuit to force the federal government to allow cruising in the U.S. gained much attention and enthusiastic reactions from his supporters and

The Governor of Florida announced the state has filed a lawsuit against the United States government over the “unlawful” shutdown of the cruise industry. According

Royal Caribbean International has extended the suspension of sailings for its global fleet through June 30, 2021, the cruise line announced in an update on

Carnival Cruise Line will resume its “Why Use a Travel Advisor” (WUATA) campaign that is designed to help agents find new clients and strengthen their

Virgin Voyages has joined the long list of cruise lines that are moving their sailings outside the United States due to ongoing coronavirus-related restrictions. According

Top officials of the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) joined Vicki Freed’s Coffee Talk for travel agents to urge them to lobby their congresspeople via

Carnival Corporation & plc addressed the possibility that Carnival Cruise Line, initially planning to stick with U.S. ports, might book homeports outside of the country.

Norwegian Cruise Line is preparing to return to service on July 25, 2021, and has created a new docuseries called “EMBARK – The Series,” about

Rest assured Trump International Beach Resort is taking all necessary precautions to maintain a healthy environment. In addition to our high standards of care we

For the first time, the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) has signaled that some cruising could restart from U.S. sometime this summer. “CDC

Riviera River Cruises today announced that it will require all passengers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or present a negative test prior to boarding

Luxury line Seabourn and the Greek government are developing plans to restart cruises in the Mediterranean with a series of sailings round-trip out of Athens

It’s been an entire year since cruise lines were forced to suspend operations due to the onset of the coronavirus pandemic but many companies are still on

Just hours after sending a letter to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) requesting approval to restart U.S. sailings in July, Norwegian Cruise

Few commercial sectors have been battered by COVID-19 as badly as the cruise industry, which came to a screeching halt at roughly this time one

The mood in the cruise industry on April 2 was one of frustration and even anger that the path to sailing in the U.S. was

Crystal Cruises will deploy its newest and most expensive ship, the Crystal Endeavor, on its first Crystal Expedition Cruise, a ten-day cruise along Iceland as

In a bold move to resume cruise operations from U.S. ports, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. sent a letter to the U.S. Centers for Disease

No matter where you’re heading on your next trip there’s a food experience that has become so beloved by the locals that sampling it while you’re

Royal Caribbean has just come to dominate the ocean-going cruise scene by surpassing longtime industry leader, Carnival Cruise Line, in terms of its fleet size.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) let slip more news today, this time announcing its issuance of the next phase of technical

Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava announced Thursday that officials from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said they would soon issue guidelines for

WHY IT RATES: With helicopters, Zodiacs and more excursions available than most other polar vessels, the Ultramarine will make guests’ polar adventures even more memorable.

Celestyal Cruises plans to resume sailing May 29 with the 1,200-passenger Celestyal Crystal from Athens, Greece. The seven-night “Idyllic Aegean” itinerary includes visits to Kusadasi,

As countries like Israel and the United Kingdom begin preparing to cruise again, albeit slowly and with proper safety measures, the demand for cruising in

Royal Caribbean International, which began sailing Quantum of the Seas from Singapore in December 2020, will extend its season through October 2021. “We have continued

Royal Caribbean International took delivery of its 25th ship, the 169,000-gross-ton Odyssey of the Seas, on March 31, and planned an online celebration for later

Windstar Cruises will require proof of a current COVID-19 vaccination for all guests, until further notice. The small-ship operator is planning for a phased restart

U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Roger Dow has issued a statement echoing other organizations such as CLIA and ASTA calling on the government to

P&O Cruises Australia has extended its pause in cruising until the end of July and canceled all of its cruises to Papua New Guinea and

Lindblad Expeditions announced that it will begin to resume expeditions to Alaska and the Galápagos this June. Guests will be required to be vaccinated prior

WHY IT RATES: Explore Iceland, Greenland, Canada and the East Coast like never before with Holland America Line’s new itineraries. — Lacey Pfalz, Associate Writer,

Celebrity Cruises announced it would set sail from the United Kingdom this summer. The cruise line will offer the staycation sailings aboard the newly renovated

The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the industry’s powerful lobby group, is appealing to the public to help lift the Centers for Disease Control and

MSC Virtuosa will now make her debut in the United Kingdom for several mini-cruises for British guests. The newest MSC Meraviglia-class ship was previously scheduled

Last November, the citizens of Key West, Fla., troubled by the number of cruise ships and tourists descending on their idyllic home, headed to the

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has had enough. DeSantis and Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody said Friday that unless federal regulators step in and help overturn

Carnival Cruise Line is not developing plans for voyages entirely outside the U.S., as some other lines are, President Christine Duffy said in a new

Disney Cruise Line announced a series of brand-new Disney Magic at Sea “staycation” sailings from United Kingdom ports this summer. Disney Magic is scheduled to

Desperate to embark from U.S. ports after more than a year of inactivity, cruise lines were once again disappointed this week, as the Centers for

Royal Caribbean International will operate new seven-night cruises to Greece and Cyprus on the Jewel of the Seas starting July 10. The voyages will depart

American Cruise Lines is requiring all passengers to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to board its initial sailings this spring. The last-minute requirement caught

Celebrity Cruises will resume cruising in Europe this summer with the brand-new, 2,910-passenger Celebrity Apex, the second ship in the ground-breaking Edge Series. The 129,500-gross-ton

Trade groups did not make much headway after calls for the CDC to lift its Framework for Conditional Sailing Order (CSO). Both Cruise Lines International

Royal Caribbean Group Chairman and CEO Richard Fain addressed a variety of questions from travel advisors during the March 24 “Coffee Talk with Vicki Freed,”

Royal Caribbean Group Chairman and CEO Richard Fain addressed a variety of questions from travel advisors during the March 24 “Coffee Talk with Vicki Freed,”

The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has joined a growing list of trade groups calling on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to

Royal Caribbean International will offer a series of seven-night cruises from Bermuda starting June 26 through August 2021. Bookings open March 29. It’s the company’s

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) director Rochelle Walensky was in the hot seat regarding when cruise ships could sail again in Alaska. In

WHY IT RATES: Travelers ready to hit the seas again will be happy to learn about Hurtigruten’s new voyage.—Donald Wood, Breaking News Senior Writer. Hurtigruten,

Silversea Cruises smashed its bookings record with its new arts-inspired world cruise for 2023, called the South Side Story – All the World’s a Stage,

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation released a statement on Monday welcoming the return of longtime partner Royal Caribbean International. The cruise line announced

After a bit of drama, American Queen Steamboat Company’s (AQSC) American Countess was christened on March 21 in New Orleans by Angie Hack – daughter

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. CEO Richard Fain shared another video updating travel agents and travelers alike on the state of the cruise industry, this time

Costa Cruises has changed its plans to reopen in March, moving its cruising dates for two of its cruises back to May, citing COVID-19 restrictions

Atlas Ocean Voyages brings “all-inclusive” cruising to the next level. The luxe-adventure expedition cruise brand has added private jet service to bring guests directly from

Whether you believe in astrology or not, it can be fun to use the zodiac signs to determine where you should travel. On March 20,

Cruising is back and consumers are ready to set sail. Crystal Cruises is reporting its biggest single day of bookings in company history. Within the

As Royal Caribbean International prepares to restart cruising June 12 from Nassau in The Bahamas, Vicki Freed, Senior Vice President of Sales, Trade Support and

WHY IT RATES: Travel advisors who book a client for any 2021 or 2022 European river cruise of eight days or more become during the

In highly welcome news for a beleaguered travel industry, Royal Caribbean International will return to cruising on June 12, with seven-night roundtrips from Nassau, The

Celebrity Cruises will return to cruising with seven-night itineraries round-trip from St. Maarten starting June 5 on the recently renovated Celebrity Millennium through August. The

Azamara, the upscale boutique cruise line, is now an independent brand and has taken delivery of its fourth ship, named Azamara Onward. The vessel handover,

It’s back on! A day after canceling the inaugural cruise of the American Countess, American Queen Steamboat Company said the voyage is back on after

WHY IT RATES: USTOA proudly welcomes Windstar Cruises, an award-winning small ship cruise line, which sails all over the globe with its fleet of six

Disney Cruise Line unveiled summer 2022 itineraries, which will include cruises to the Mediterranean and Greek Isles, Northern Europe, Alaska, the Caribbean and The Bahamas.

MSC Cruises will elevate the luxury ship-within-a-ship enclave — the MSC Yacht Club — on the new MSC Virtuosa and MSC Seashore. As extended versions

South Pacific specialist Paul Gauguin Cruises recently completed a dry-dock renovation in Singapore of its 332-guest luxury ship The Gauguin. The Gauguin’s staterooms, suites and

American Queen Steamboat Company canceled the March 21-26 inaugural cruise of the American Countess from New Orleans after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

American Queen Steamboat Company canceled the christening and March 20-26 inaugural cruise of the American Countess from New Orleans after the Centers for Disease Control

After a decade-long hiatus, Royal Caribbean International is returning to the West Coast in summer 2022 with the Navigator of the Seas. The 3,386-passenger ship

MSC Group announced the hiring of five senior executives for its new luxury cruise division, which is led by CEO Michael Ungerer. Among them are

Carnival Corp. sister companies Holland America Line and Princess Cruises have canceled Alaska sailings from Seattle through June. For Holland America, the move cancels six

Oceania Cruises chose the name Vista for the first of two 1,200-passenger ships under construction at the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy. The Allura Class ship,

When Virgin Voyages starts cruising, it will require vaccinations for passengers and crew, Tom McAlpin, president and CEO of Virgin Voyages, announced March 16, 2021.

Viking Cruises announced plans to restart limited operations in May 2021 with three special sailings along the coast of England. The returning eight-day ocean voyages—dubbed

Every state in the country has a set of signature attractions and landmarks that immediately spring to mind when you hear its name. But each

Social distancing is an important part of life now. With more people itching to travel and see the nation’s incredible natural scenery and wildlife up

Cruising on U.S. waterways is officially back. American Cruise Line’s 100-passenger Independence departed March 13 from Amelia Island/Jacksonville, Fla., for an eight-day cruise of the

Cruising on U.S. waterways is officially back. American Cruise Line’s 100-passenger Independence departed March 13 from Amelia Island/Jacksonville, Fla., for an eight-day cruise of the

Luxury line Seabourn has extended its “Book with Confidence” policy through May 31, 2021. For bookings made by May 31, 2021, on sailings departing by

Lindblad Expeditions announced new itineraries this month, promising epic new adventures, along with the debut of two new polar ships. The new adventures take travelers

Carnival Corporation & plc chief executive officer Arnold Donald said during a recent interview that he believes the cruise industry won’t return to pre-COVID-19 levels

Online cruise marketplace CruiseCompete has released its CruiseTrends report for March 2021, painting a picture of trends in consumer behavior for cruise travel one year

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has added more diverse voyages to the Seven Seas Navigator’s early 2022 Caribbean Season. Of the 12 voyages between January and

American Cruise Lines plans to resume sailing on March 13, almost a year to the day that the company voluntarily shut down as the coronavirus

A fire was burning on the MSC Lirica in Corfu, Greece, sending up plumes of black smoke that were visible for miles. MSC Cruises said

As the world slowly came to grips with the spreading coronavirus pandemic early last year and as offices closed and people sheltered in place, the

Luxury operator Crystal Cruises’ Crystal Serenity will homeport in The Bahamas beginning in July, offering weekly departures from Nassau and Bimini to the archipelago’s southern

Royal Caribbean International announced new details of its 2022-2023 long Caribbean deployments. The cruise line’s six-night Western Caribbean and eight- to 11-night Southern Caribbean sailings

Country singer Lee Greenwood will perform on six sailings of the American Duchess during the 2021 season, American Queen Steamboat Company announced. Greenwood, best known

Oceania Cruises had its best booking day in its 18-year history on March 2, when it opened sales for its winter 2022-23 “Tropics and “Exotics

In recognition of International Day of Action for Rivers on March 14 – which shines a spotlight on the importance of rivers and climate change

American Queen Steamboat Company (AQSC) is setting a high bar for safety when it resumes operations. AQSC is devoted to the wellbeing of its guests

WHY IT RATES: The leading British-owned river cruise company has just revealed three new itineraries, that will take guests on eight-day voyages to iconic European

Carnival Corp. sister companies Princess Cruises, Holland America Line and Seabourn canceled more cruises through June 30, 2021, or later. Princess canceled cruises from Los

Royal Caribbean International extended the suspension of cruising through May 31, 2021 – excluding sailings onboard Quantum, Spectrum, Voyager, and Odyssey of the Seas. “Our

Crystal River Cruises will redeploy the Crystal Mozart double-wide river ship in Europe in 2022. Crystal announced in 2019 that it was moving to Genting

AmaWaterways has announced the longest-ever river cruise itinerary, the Seven River Journey Through Europe. The journey is a 46-night experience curated by AmaWaterways’ president and

Today, on International Women’s Day, Celebrity Cruises revisited with the history-making team of women who served as the first all-female bridge and onboard leadership team

Virgin Voyages has named its third ship, due out July 1, 2022, as the Resilient Lady. The 110,000-gross-ton, 2,770-passenger vessel will enter service in the

Holland America Line and Princess Cruises – both Alaska specialists and sisters under the Carnival Corp. umbrella – are offering land-based vacations to the 49th

Royal Caribbean International announced a series of new sailings being added to the cruise line’s 2022-2023 winter deployment in the Caribbean. Starting in November 2022,

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is now offering guests the chance to extend their vacations by up to six nights with free Extended Explorations. There are

WHY IT RATES: Holland America Line is now taking reservations for 2022-23 cruises ranging from 14 to 50 days that will sail passengers to a

As the one-year anniversary of COVID-19 shutting down the cruise industry approaches, Royal Caribbean CEO Richard Fain talked about what the company is doing to

Puerto Rico continues to be among the most accessible travel destinations for Americans in the time of COVID-19 as U.S. visitors don’t need a passport

The Odyssey of the Seas, Royal Caribbean’s brand-new ship currently under construction at the Meyer Werft Shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, just completed its conveyance out

Costa Cruises, the Italian company of Carnival Corp., will resume sailing with its flagship, Costa Smeralda, on March 27, 2021, in Italy. It will operate

MSC Cruises plans to relaunch the MSC Seaside in Europe on May 1, joining the MSC Grandiosa, which has operated safely since August, carrying more

Royal Caribbean International announced it would begin sailing from Israel for the first time in May. The cruise line will offer travelers in Israel a

The cruise industry has been forced to the sidelines for nearly a year amid the coronavirus pandemic but the emergence of the COVID-19 vaccine has major

The Mayor of Cozumel said Royal Caribbean International could move its operations base to the island if the current cruise sanctions in the United States

The Mayor of Cozumel said Royal Caribbean International could move its operations base to the island if the current cruise sanctions in the United States

Small-ship specialist Windstar Cruises plans to relocate its office from Seattle to Miami in June 2022. “With time and space away from our Seattle office,

Alaska Congressman Don Young has introduced a bill to amend a 135-year-old shipping law to rescue the 2021 Alaska cruise season. The move to temporarily

Members of the U.S. House Transportation Committee are asking the Canadian government for a compromise that would allow cruising to resume in Canadian waters, which

The Dominican Republic has reopened for tourism and is one of the few international destinations that doesn’t require a negative COVID-19 test result for U.S.

Members of the U.S. House Transportation Committee are asking the Canadian government for a compromise that would allow cruising to resume in Canadian waters, which

With COVID-19 vaccinations on the rise and the number of cases in decline, the signs are looking up that cruising will return soon, according to

It’s been a hard year for the cruise industry, and once again many cruise lines are having to extend their cancellations. Not only are cruise

Sister companies Holland America Line and Princess Cruises, both Alaska specialists, canceled all 2021 voyages that depart from or conclude in a Canadian port. Their

Carnival Cruise Line has canceled operations from U.S. ports through May 31, 2021. The company previously suspended voyages through April 30, 2021. A date for

Oceania Cruises unveiled its 2022-23 “Tropics and Exotics Collection” of voyages now available for preview online. Sales will open on these 127 voyages on March

Royal Caribbean International is offering all-new short Caribbean sailings in 2022-23 on eight ships from five ports. Bookings open today. Here’s the rundown: — On

The cruise industry is suffering through hard times due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With sailings pushed back time and time again since March 2020, cruise

American Cruise Lines announced February 23, 2021, that it has added a sixth riverboat to its 2021 Pacific Northwest fleet, called the American Harmony. American

Travel restrictions are ever-changing amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, which can make it stressful trying to plan an international vacation. Like most of the world

In an optimistic quarterly earnings call, Royal Caribbean Group executives offered no specific timeline to restart operations but said they are heartened by the dramatic

Whoops, hold on a minute there. All those cruise ships you see pulling into ports down in Florida? Um, yeah, they’re not there for us.

A Vancouver-based company, TraceSafe, is working with cruise lines to develop onboard contact tracing systems that will allow the industry to return to operations. TraceSafe,

Crystal will require all guests to prove that they have been fully inoculated with a COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days before their cruise. Guests

American Queen Steamboat Company plans to start river cruising on March 15 with mandatory COVID-19 testing it will provide to all passengers. The company says

The return of travel is on the horizon, and although some cruise lines have extended their suspension for 2021 sailings, itineraries for 2022 are looking

Carnival Corp. CEO Arnold Donald didn’t give any exact dates for a return to cruising – either for test voyages or revenue operations – but

Officials from the Carnival Corporation announced Costa Cruises would host new sailings starting in March with enhanced health and safety protocols. Costa Cruises’ relaunch begins

American Queen Steamboat Company and Victory Cruise Lines, both part of the Hornblower Group, released their 2023 programs, the earliest ever. “This is the earliest

AIDA Cruises announced its 2021 cruise season would open on March 20. The cruise line also revealed that current mandates implemented by the German federal

Cyprus-based Swan Hellenic Cruise Line is requiring COVID vaccinations for all staff and crew on all of its ships, the company announced this morning. The

WHY IT RATES: Travelers who book and pay in full by April 15 for either of these two voyages receive a six percent Early Bonus

Royal Caribbean International has joined the list of cruise lines that will mandate COVID-19 vaccines for crew members before sailings resume. As first reported by

Virgin Voyages will give away 2,201 cruises as part of its new “Shipload of Love” promotion that will pay tribute to unsung heroes and those

MSC Cruises revealed its newest flagship MSC Virtuosa would feature the industry’s first-ever humanoid, robotic bartender at sea. Debuting as part of the MSC Starship

Test cruises are still in a wait-and-see mode. Last year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) mandated that cruise ships undergo test sailings

Royal Caribbean International announced Quantum of the Seas would extend its Singapore season following the success of the safe cruises pilot program. Quantum of the

Oceania Cruises announced that its 2023 Around the World in 180 Days cruise sold out within one day on January 27, 2021. The cruise saw

Just a short time after announcing new health and safety protocol changes for the potential restart of voyages, Carnival Cruise Line removed the updated rules

The Alaska Congressional Delegation has spoken out against Canada’s decision to extend a ban on cruise ships through February 2022, calling the plan “unacceptable.” Alaska

Aurora Expeditions’ goal is to explore wild places that stir the soul, offer personal attention on unforgettable expeditions and welcome new friends into the Aurora

Carnival Cruise Lines will have a much different look – as will all cruise companies – when it is allowed to return to the water

A Swiss cruise ship limited by travel restrictions has been transformed into a COVID-19 vaccination center. According to Reuters, regional officials announced the 500-passenger MS

With the cruise industry at a standstill, officials representing Cozumel are reaching out to European cruise lines to schedule possible sailings to the Mexican island.

The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra has announced two new Interim Orders, which prohibit pleasure craft in Canadian Arctic waters and cruise vessels

MSC Cruises has announced the cruise line will extend its pause on sailings departing from the United States through April 30, 2021. The extension will

WHY IT RATES: Cruise Planners travel agents can now offer their clients a seamless vacation experience with Atlas Ocean Voyages’ signature All Inclusive All The

Richard D. Fain, chairman and CEO of the Royal Caribbean Group, has released another video, providing his view on the pandemic and when cruising will

When cruise lines begin sailing in and around the United States again, passengers will be required to wear a mask for much of their time

WHY IT RATES: This month’s ‘We Love Travel Advisors’ promotion can be combined with Wave Season incentives, so both travel agents and their clients can

Explore the Riviera Maya and enjoy a unique natural environment, where you will live a peaceful, safe and unforgettable vacation at TRS Yucatan Hotel and

Sister companies American Queen Steamboat Co. (AQSC) and Victory Cruise Lines (VCL) became the first U.S. cruise companies to announce they will require proof of

In addition to traditional gambling games such as slots, poker and blackjack, Princess Cruises today announced it would be adding sports betting at sea when

Holland America Line announced a special promotion to entice romantics ahead of Valentine’s Day. Running through February 14, the cruise line’s Sweetheart holiday promotion offers

Officials from MSC Cruises announced the company had taken the delivery of the 18th ship in its fleet, MSC Virtuosa, on Monday. MSC Virtuosa will

PortMiami and Carnival Cruise Line jointly held a groundbreaking ceremony today at the site of a state-of-the-art expansion to the cruise port’s Terminal F, which

Cruise-goers and industry stakeholders have endured a waiting game since cruising stopped in March of last year, with restart dates being pushed back further and

When Royal Caribbean Group announced the pending sale of boutique cruise line Azamara to Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm, the travel industry wondered if

Carnival Corp. sister brands – Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, Seabourn and Cunard – are joining Carnival Cruise Line in maintaining travel agent commission rates

Three Carnival Corp. sister brands – Princess Cruises, Holland America Line and Cunard – are joining Carnival Cruise Line in maintaining travel agent commission rates

Disney Cruise Line – like other major cruise line companies – has been forced to cancel their current sailings through the end of April. Sailings

Windstar Cruises has released a nearly 200-page printed brochure with information detailing itineraries from May 1, 2021, through May 2023. “In 2021 through 2023, we

Carnival Cruise Line is keeping commission rates for travel advisors at 2019 levels through 2022. Since commission rates are based on sales volume, the move

WHY IT RATES: Holland America Line’s extended cruises, ranging from 71 to 127 days in duration, sail guests to see far-flung destinations spanning six continents.

AmaWaterways was the only U.S.-based river cruise company to sail in Europe during 2020, and the cruise line has noticed some trends that have made

Norwegian Cruise Line announced it would require that all crew members receive a COVID-19 vaccine treatment before the company begins sailing again. A spokesperson for

Equity firm Sycamore Partners plans to add a fourth sister ship when it acquires boutique cruise line Azamara from Royal Caribbean Group. Sycamore plans to

MSC Cruises’ flagship MSC Grandiosa departed the evening of Jan. 24 from Genoa, Italy, as it resumes seven-night cruises in the Mediterranean. Two cruises were

Carnival Cruise Line has canceled some cruises through November 2021 as it moves ships in preparation for its phased-in return to cruising this year. Here

Carnival Cruise Line has canceled U.S. departures through April 30, 2021, and delayed the first Mardi Gras cruise from Port Canaveral from April 24 to

WHY IT RATES: The cruise industry is preparing for a restart and the CLIA is shuffling its executive structure to be ready.—Donald Wood, Breaking News

Princess Cruises today announced that it has sold its passenger cruise ship, Pacific Princess, to an undisclosed buyer. In its statement, the cruise line said

A cruise company in the United Kingdom has revealed all passengers who book a sailing must receive the COVID-19 vaccine at least two weeks before

Atlas Ocean Voyages, the luxury adventure line scheduled to inaugurate service in July, joined Ensemble Travel Group’s roster of preferred suppliers. “Atlas Ocean Voyages’ once-in-a-lifetime

Despite the virtual shutdown of the cruise industry last year, more than 20 new ocean ships are expected to enter service in 2021. Some were

American Cruise Lines is offering Wave Season deals on select U.S. itineraries in 2021. The company, which promotes Cruising Close to Home, is introducing two

MSC Cruises said the MSC Grandiosa will resume sailing in the Mediterranean on Jan. 24, after canceling a few cruises due to new COVID-19 restrictions

Royal Caribbean Group Chairman and CEO Richard Fain released another optimistic, affirming video in which he shares positive COVID-19 forecasts. “I know the sun is

Royal Caribbean Group has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Azamara brand to Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm, in an all-cash transaction

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. canceled all cruises through April 30, 2021, for its Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands.

Costa Cruises, Carnival Corp.’s Italian company, celebrated the float-out of its new flagship, the 5,204-passenger Costa Toscana, at the Meyer shipyard in Turku, Finland. The

Aurora Expeditions, which received record bookings for its 2022 Arctic and global season, has opened pre-registration for its Antarctic 2022-23 itineraries. Pre-registration puts travel advisors

Oceania Cruises, which pioneered six-month-long World Cruises in 2015, is offering another one in 2023. Sales open Jan. 27, 2021. The “Around the World in

Nearly three months after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) allowed its no-sail order to expire in favor of a Conditional Sailing Order,

Royal Caribbean International will operate cruises from Barbados for the first time starting in December 2021. The Grandeur of the Seas will operate three seven-

WHY IT RATES: Both cruise lines have adjusted health and safety protocols to ensure the safest cruising experiences and are eager to welcome guests back

Carnival Cruise Line celebrated the start of construction of its new Excel-class ship, Carnival Celebration, with the first steel-cutting at the Meyer Turku shipyard in

Disney Cruise Line announced it has canceled all voyages through March 2021. Disney officials sent out a correspondence to travel advisors explaining the cruise line

Swan Hellenic, the reborn British cruise brand, is opening a North America office in Fort Lauderdale with a dedicated call center. The North America operation

WHY IT RATES: A cruise with Seabourn is an ideal way for travelers to explore America’s Last Frontier this summer. —Codie Liermann, Associate Editor Seabourn

Carnival Corporation on Monday announced it suffered a U.S. GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) loss of $2.2 billion and an adjusted net loss of $1.9

The coronavirus outbreak devastated the cruise industry, but themed voyages are starting to open bookings again, including one of the world’s best electronic music cruises.

Despite the long list of temporary COVID-19 restrictions in place all around the world, Americans still have a plethora of options when it comes to international

WHY IT RATES: Amid COVID-19’s resurgence in Europe and AIDA Cruises’ winter destination countries, and lockdowns and restrictions that have been imposed as a result,

A state senator in Florida is pushing for a bill that would ban local communities from attempting to regulate cruise ports, a move that would

MSC Cruises has just announced the cancellation of two of MSC Grandiosa’s planned upcoming Western Mediterranean cruises out of Genoa, Italy, due to the extension

WHY IT RATES: All staterooms and suites will include complimentary L’OCCITANE amenities for guests to enjoy. —Codie Liermann, Associate Editor Atlas Ocean Voyages and L’OCCITANE

Both Princess Cruises and Holland America Line have joined with other cruise lines in continuing a pause in operations into May 2021. Princess announced that

Carnival Cruise Line has announced the extension of its pause in United States operations through March 31 and several additional cancellations. According to the cruise

Crystal’s polar-class expedition ship, Crystal Endeavor, is now scheduled to make its debut in summer 2021. The introduction became uncertain after the pandemic forced the

WHY IT RATES: With wine tastings, exclusive vineyard tours and wine-paired dinners during these cruises, AmaWaterways guests are immersed in the world of wine while

MSC Cruises USA’s “Your Cruise, Your Choice” promotion for Wave Season offers up to $400 spending credit per stateroom on bookings made by March 31,

The cruise industry is working diligently to safely return to service, but some travelers are already booking voyages, including a newly announced nude sailing. According

Norwegian Cruise Line apparently had been holding out hope that it could start cruising in early March on three ships – Norwegian Encore, Norwegian Escape

Salagadoola Mechicka boola Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo Put them together and what have you got? Well, for starters, a brand new Disney Cruise Line ship! To the strains

WHY IT RATES: The cruise line is once again extending the pause of operations for MSC Magnifica. —Codie Liermann, Associate Editor

Holland America Line is offering a free second stateroom on the same cruise when a verandah or suite is booked, the first such promotion for

Viking announced its first expedition ship was floated out on Tuesday, marking a major construction milestone and the first time the new vessel touched water.

WHY IT RATES: Quark Expeditions has adopted a cutting-edge testing system to pre-screen passengers and staff; rigorously enhanced all of its sanitization procedures; offers a

Carnival Cruise Line’s new Mardi Gras made its first port call in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, where it will mark a historic occasion – fueling up

Whether you dream of a three-, four- or even seven-night getaway on one of Disney’s beloved cruise ships, the Disney Dream or Disney Fantasy, new

Costa Cruises took delivery of the 5,200-passenger Costa Firenze ship from the Italian shipyard Fincantieri. Delivery of the 135,000-gross-ton ship is a “sign of hope”

Royal Caribbean Group is offering three-year, interest-free loans of up to $250,000 to travel agencies under financial stress from the nine-month shutdown of cruising during

In what is hopefully an indicator that cruise lines plan to be back in U.S. waters on March 1, 2021, Carnival Cruise Lines has begun

With a only week left until Christmas and New Years’ following close behind, it’s safe to say that plenty of Americans will sojourn to celebrate

Bar Harbor, Maine, one of the most picturesque destinations in New England, is looking to keep its small-town charm by limiting the arrivals of big

Crystal has extended its relaxed booking policies to all 2021 voyages, including Crystal Cruises, Crystal River Cruises, Crystal Yacht Cruises and Crystal Expedition Cruises. These

Carnival Cruise Line took delivery of its highly anticipated new ship, Mardi Gras, in a live virtual signing ceremony held at the Meyer Turku Shipyard

The Grinch joined loyal Carnival Cruise Line fans to deliver more than 10,000 hand-written cards to crew members who are manning ships while they are

MSC Cruises has opened sales for the summer 2022 season in the Caribbean and Mediterranean; the company said the 2022 Northern Europe schedule will open

Viking will operate a 138-day 2022-23 World Cruise to 58 ports in 28 countries with overnight stays in 11 cities. The World Cruise will operate

Royal Caribbean International has sold the Empress of the Seas and Majesty of the Seas to an undisclosed buyer in the Asia-Pacific region, the company

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Here’s a sampling of 2020-21 Wave Season deals and promotions from Silversea and Princess. Silversea Cruises is offering up to 20 percent early-booking bonus savings

Santa Claus snuck away from pre-Christmas preparations at the North Pole to go to Finland to try out BOLT, the first roller coaster at sea,

AIDA Cruises, Carnival Corp.’s German brand, is implementing a contactless body temperature system onboard its ships. The Dermalog camera system measures body temperature in real-time,

What if you were told you were going to set out tomorrow on the ultimate trip around the USA? Where would you go? What would you

Cruising will most likely make its long-awaited comeback early in 2021, and many people are looking forward to setting sail. In fact, Royal Caribbean saw

Seabourn has updated itineraries and changed the schedule for its 2021 Alaska and British Columbia season between May and September 2021 on Seabourn Odyssey. The

Royal Caribbean Cruises CEO Richard Fain shared another video keeping travelers abreast of the latest news about the industry’s eventual return to sailing. According to

The initial wave of coronavirus vaccines have begun to ship to doctors and pharmacies across the country, and the first group to receive them –

With COVID-19 travel restrictions remaining fluid, we’ve compiled the latest updates on a range of Caribbean destinations, most of which require a PCR test prior to

The year-end $741 billion defense bill that was passed by both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives this week has an interesting provision. For

AmaWaterways announced a new “Ultimate Cruise Flexibility” program, letting those who book 2021 trips by Jan. 31 the flexibility to reschedule their river cruise through

The Royal Caribbean ship that was forced to return to port after a passenger onboard tested positive for coronavirus has now announced the elderly man

Virgin Voyages announced on Wednesday that its first ship would not sail until May 9, 2021, due to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak and subsequent travel

Holland America Line recently announced that it will launch its “View & Verandah” promotion with a savings value of up to $3,800 off per stateroom.

Princess Cruises introduced a new “Princess Promise” that vows to “make it right” for any onboard service that did not meet their expectations, including issues

As part of its gradual return to operations in 2021, Carnival Cruise Line has decided to do some dry-dock work on three ships, so their

Royal Caribbean International was forced to cut a voyage from Singapore short after a passenger onboard tested positive for COVID-19. According to The Associated Press,

As part of its online conference this year, Cruise Planners gathered top sales executives from leading cruise lines to provide updates on return-to-sail dates, protocols

AmaWaterways released its first-ever music video today, December 8, with its original song, Ama Means Love (Family). The music video was filmed in Budapest, Hungary

Luxury line Seabourn has extended its “Book with Confidence” policy through Jan. 31, 2021. Travelers who book by Jan. 31 a cruise departing before Dec.

The American Queen Steamboat Company (AQSC) and Victory Cruise Lines (VCL) have announced their itineraries for the 2022 season, with new routes and a $1,200

Norwegian Cruise Line unveiled CruiseFirst, a flexible program featuring savings certificates for bookings in 2021 and beyond. CruiseFirst certificates of $150 offer a $300 value

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. will install disinfection air-purification systems across its 28-ship fleet for its three brands, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent

First, it was a cute story that showed how many people had wanderlust and pent-up travel demand – 20,000 people volunteered to take Royal Caribbean

Disney Cruise Line has joined several other major lines and has canceled all departures through February 28, 2001, the company said in a statement on

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises is expanding to offer a new type of travel with a rail-only itinerary and cruise and rail itineraries for 2022. “Uniworld

MSC Cruises has announced that it will temporarily pause the operation of MSC Grandiosa later in December and move the planned restart of MSC Magnifica

Royal Caribbean International has announced its plans for Europe in 2022, revealing new ships and new itineraries that will take travelers from the Arctic Circle

After months of planning and collaboration, Royal Caribbean International made its safe return to sailing in Singapore on Thursday. Aboard Quantum of the Seas, the

While its ships aren’t sailing with passengers, Princess Cruises is adding its MedallionClass technology to its entire fleet. The MedallionClass Experience will include a number

MSC Cruises on Dec. 3 became the latest cruise line to cancel U.S. voyages through Feb. 28, 2021. The decision will affect the schedules of

As health experts continue to advise against non-essential travel amid the surge in coronavirus cases across the country, some states have implemented travel restrictions and testing and

The concept of time was invented by the Egyptians back in 1500 BC. No truth to the rumor it was developed because the Pharaoh had

Sister companies Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises have further canceled all sailings through Feb. 28, 2021. “Our plan is to resume further operation in

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. announced this morning it is extending its suspension of cruises by canceling all sailings through February of 2021. NCL, which

WHY IT RATES: MSC Cruises is charting its course toward the ultimate goal of becoming an environmental leader in the global maritime sector and achieving

Atlas Ocean Voyages is offering a faster, less-stressful way to enjoy an Antarctic adventure – the company will fly its guests from the U.S. to

We’re facing a long, cold winter with surging COVID-19 cases, but there is a bright spot for those longing for a vacation on the world’s

As cruise operations ebb and flow around the world, Carnival Corp.’s German brand AIDA Cruises plans to restart sailing in the Canary Islands in December.

MSC Cruises plans to start cruising in Japan in April. The international cruise line received certification from ClassNK, the country’s maritime classification society, for its

American Cruise Lines has unveiled images of the interiors of its new modern riverboats, designed in partnership with Studio DADO, a boutique firm based in

P&O Cruises extended its pause in operations for departures into April 2021 due to the current uncertainty relating to European ports of call. P&O President

Travel destinations across the Caribbean region continue to update COVID-19 protocols as more nations re-open to visitors despite increases in infection rates in U.S. communities.

Disney Cruise Line has canceled all sailings through January 2021. The company said in a Nov. 23 website post that sailings are canceled on the

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Saturday has issued new recommendations for cruise travel, and at the top of the list, it’s

In a normal year, travel advisors would be preparing right now for Wave Season, traditionally the busiest time of year for selling cruises. It normally

A new report by CruiseRadio.net says the Disney Wonder, one of five ships in the Disney Cruise Line, is heading toward its home port in

Although operations are still ceased, Seattle-based Windstar Cruises is celebrating the launch of the first of three ships to undergo a massive renovation – including

Carnival Corp. sister companies Holland America Line and Seabourn both further extended their pause in operations well into 2021. Holland America Line canceled all departures

Princess Cruises has canceled all cruises of up to seven days through March 31 and longer voyages into and out of U.S. ports through Nov.

A new report from the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) revealed the impact of the cruise industry on the United States economy in 2019. According

Although it may not feel like the world is open to travel, there are actually dozens of international destinations ready to welcome Americans this winter.

Royal Caribbean extended its Cruise With Confidence cancellation program for bookings made by Jan. 31, 2021, for sailings before April 2022 for its Royal Caribbean

In a positive sign for the return of cruising, Holland America Line has started moving six ships toward U.S. waters. That’s a step toward completing

Silversea Cruises will become more inclusive than ever in 2022, adding free roundtrip air and transfers and at least one complimentary shore excursion in every

Let’s face it: we’re all dying to go somewhere, anywhere right now. But the sad truth is that most of us will not be able

Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Ecstasy came to the rescue of a distressed mariner at sea Tuesday. The cruise ship was anchored in the Bahamas when

At Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, Christmas is a state of mind. As a case point, the luxury river cruise line unveiled “Christmas in July” sailings,

Royal Caribbean International has opened the books for summer 2022 Caribbean itineraries of five days or longer, with sailings out of Florida, New York and

SeaDream Yacht Club has chosen to cancel all of its remaining 2020 cruises on the heels of last week’s discovery that a passenger tested positive

Carnival Cruise Line announced Wednesday it has extended the suspension of operations in the United States through January 31, 2021. Officials from Carnival said the

Alaska’s wilderness –one of the least crowded places in the world to explore. Bushwhack, kayak , and drop anchor in a remote bay in time

Celebrity Cruises today announced its updated program of winter 2021-2022 sailings for the Caribbean, Europe and South America. Informed by market research, and its guests’

Despite being unable to cruise at the moment, there are still multiple deals to be had this year. Below are the current Black Friday and

A new survey found the majority of Americans who enjoy cruise vacations are ready to sail again once the coronavirus outbreak wanes. According to InsureMyTrip,

AmaWaterways announced that its two ships, AmaKristina and AmaDante, sailed from the Netherlands to France and are set to resume cruising on the Rhône and

Whoa. We all know cruising has a devoted, passionate fan base, but this is wild. More than 20,000 people asked to be passengers on Royal

Cruises remain popular for the traveling public, and many cruise lines are reporting strong interest among travelers for sailings in 2021 and beyond. Seabourn recently

In an interview with Travel Weekly during the CruiseWorld virtual conference, Royal Caribbean Group CEO Richard Fain said the cruise line is hoping to expand

A pair of Democratic Senators have sent a letter to the Centers for Disease Control, appealing to the agency to reinstate its ‘no sail order’

During Travel Weekly’s CruiseWorld virtual event, held this week, top-level cruise line executives were asked to share their predictions about when the cruise industry might

Hurtigruten announced a new partnership with Uplift designed to provide travelers from the United States with a flexible way to pay over time for the

The cruise industry came to a standstill with COVID-19. And now that the “No-Sail Order” has been lifted, the gears of the industry are slowly

Windstar Cruises has canceled its January and February sailings for 2021. The cruise line had previously canceled all of its remaining 2020 sailings earlier but

There’s still no set date for when Royal Caribbean could begin launching the test cruises necessary to gain approval from the U.S. Centers for Disease

Norwegian Cruise Line announced a new docuseries highlighting the company and its anticipated return to sailing. Dubbed EMBARK – The Series, the docuseries kicks off

WHY IT RATES: Due for delivery in October 2021, the Sylvia Earle has a striking new exterior design. —Codie Liermann, Associate Editor Aurora Expeditions is

Viking is getting $500 million in additional investment from its existing minority shareholders, TPG Capital and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board. “Over 40 years in

There’s lots of work to do, and the situation remains fluid, but test cruises required by the CDC could begin in January for Norwegian Cruise

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