Cruise
Azamara returns to Canada & New England in 2025
Azamara Cruises has unveiled six voyages for 2025, spanning new and unique ports across Canada, New England, Iceland and Greenland. These itineraries mark Azamara’s first time back in New England in nearly 10 years. The cruise line is also returning to Canada, inviting travellers to discover the storybook towns of Prince Edward Island, lush scenery along the St. Lawrence River and outdoor adventures in Nova Scotia. “We are thrilled to be bringing our guests back to New England and Canada in 2025 with an exciting lineup of new ports and enchanting destinations,”...
Lionel Messi to take part in naming celebration for Royal Caribbean ship
Royal Caribbean has named legendary footballer Lionel Messi as the official icon for its newest ship, Icon of the Seas. In January 2024, the cruise line will hold an exclusive naming celebration in Miami, at which Messi will be present. With six waterslides, seven pools, the first neighbourhood designed for young families, more than 40 ways to dine, drink and be entertained and more, Icon is where every type of family and adventurer can make memories together and on their own without compromise. “I’m thrilled and honoured to join the Royal Caribbean family to celebrate the...
Explora shows off new experiences in Central America & Pacific Coast
Explora Journeys has revealed a series of itineraries that highlight the best of Central America, the U.S. and Canada Pacific Coast and Hawaii. With departures taking place between March to May 2024, sailings include a 14-night journey from Amador, Panama to Los Angeles, USA (March 29 – April 12, 2024); a six night journey from Los Angeles, USA to Vanvouver, Canada (April 12-18, 2024) and two journeys to Hawaii: nine nights from Vancouver, Canada, to Honolulu, USA (April 18-27, 2024) and nine nights from Honolulu, USA, to Vancouver, Canada (April 27 – May 6, 2024). An immersive...
Carnival Jubilee joins the fleet as expansion plans continue
Carnival Cruise Line recently welcomed Carnival Jubilee, the third ship in its Excel-class, during a delivery event with ship builder Meyer Werft in Bremerhaven, Germany. As the 26th Fun Ship in the Carnival fleet, Carnival Jubilee begins its journey to Galveston, Tex. where it will bring added capacity and offer an exciting mix of new entertainment, dining and fun to one of the cruise line’s most popular homeports. “Carnival Jubilee is the fifth additional ship we’ve welcomed into our fleet since 2021 and an integral part of our growth strategy. This ship will bring our most...
Princess Cruises announces largest Americas season ever
Princess Cruises will have a monumental 2025-26 Americas season, headlined by the eagerly awaited winter/spring itineraries for its two newest gems, Sun Princess and Star Princess. The magnificent vessels will sail seven-day Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from Port Everglades (Ft. Lauderdale), transporting guests to some of the most captivating destinations in the world. Sky Princess will make history of its own by becoming the first Royal Class ship to homeport at Port Canaveral in Central Florida offering eight-day Eastern and Western Caribbean sailings and six-day...
Carnival opens select 2025 cruises from New York
Rounding out the line’s 2025-26 deployment schedule, Carnival Cruise Line has announced the opening of a variety of summer and fall 2025 cruises aboard Carnival Venezia from New York. In addition, the line also unveiled its most robust roster of Bermuda cruises on Carnival Venezia, Carnival Pride, Carnival Sunshine and Carnival Spirit. “Carnival Venezia is a unique ship, and so is her deployment schedule. From weekend getaways to longer Carnival Journeys sailings, our guests sailing on this ship have a range of great options to choose from – with many visits to Bermuda among...
Cunard’s 2025 Alaska season includes 11 thrilling voyages
Adventure seekers can embark on an extraordinary holiday at sea in 2025 as Cunard announces the launch of its highly anticipated Alaska 2025 season. Sailing roundtrip from Seattle, the luxury cruise line can reveal that Queen Elizabeth will offer 11 voyages in Alaska, ranging from seven to 11 nights, from June 12 until Sept. 25. Local Alaska With Alaska Native Voices onboard, including a cultural heritage guide, plus a Naturalist on every sailing to provide distinctive deck commentary, there's no better way to experience the majestic scenery and local culture of Alaska than with...
HAL’s 2025/2026 season includes 56-day sailings
Holland America Line opened bookings for four "Legendary Voyages" offered in 2025 and early 2026. Ranging from 28 to 56 days, these longer cruises touch three distinct regions and all sail roundtrip or from/to a North American homeport, making it easy for travelers to visit distant destinations around the world without a long flight. "Our Legendary Voyages have proven to be popular with our guests since launching this year, and we've worked to craft more of these longer itineraries as we plan 2026 and beyond to meet the demand," said Gus Antorcha, president, Holland America Line....