ALL THAT GLITTERS: Barrymore, Bloom christen MSC World America in Miami
- MSC Cruises named its new flagship MSC World America Wednesday night in a dazzling ceremony at the line’s new state-of-the-art MSC Miami Cruise Terminal. The event culminated with the ship’s Godmother, Drew Barrymore, cutting that the ribbon that broke the bottle on the ship’s bow in a maritime tradition that wishes it good fortune.
WHY CLASSIC CRUISE SHIPS ARE MOVING TO NEW LIVES
- With cruise lines busy christening a new generation of ships, older members of their fleets are moving on to new roles. On the same week in April that Norweigan Cruise Line showcased its shiny new 3,600-guest Norwegian Aqua, it announced that veteran fleet-mates Norwegian Sky and Norwegian Sun are going to be transferred to Cordelia Cruises to sail in Asia and the Middle East.
CATCHING UP WITH CARNIVAL: Cruise line unveils expansive five-year plan
- Building on a period of expansive growth, Carnival Cruise Line has outlined a strategic plan for the next five years, including new ships, fleet enhancement deployment and exclusive destinations.
EMERALD CRUISES UNVEILS THREE NEW VESSELS AT SEATRADE
- With the prominent Seatrade cruise show taking place in Miami this week, news from the sector is coming fast and furious. Among the first off the mark was Emerald Cruises, part of the Scenic Group portfolio, which unveiled a major multi-ship expansion for 2027 and revealed that the cruise line will make its first-ever appearance on the Seine River, offering curated itineraries from Paris through Normandy
MSC OPENS WORLD’S LARGEST CRUISE TERMINAL IN MIAMI
- MSC Cruises inaugurated the world's largest and most advanced cruise terminal on Saturday (April 5) at PortMiami. Aiming to set sets a global benchmark for cruise infrastructure, the new MSC Miami Cruise Terminal as the first in the industry to implement a complete biometric journey with digital identity verification for a seamless embarkation experience.
WHY YOU NEED TO SPRING TO THE SAND IN GRAND TURK
- Since when did finding a spot to lay down a beach towel on an island made of sand become a competitive sport? We’re about to find out on a day docked at the only cruise port in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
MSC MARKS MILESTONES FOR THREE NEW SHIPS
- MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique marked significant milestones for three World Class ships on Friday in Saint-Nazaire, France, with the delivery of MSC World America, the coin ceremony of MSC World Asia, and steel cutting for the newly named MSC World Atlantic.
COULD A CRUISE REALLY GO ON FOREVER?
- It’s so easy to settle into a cruise that you might wonder: “What would it be like to live at sea?” Forget days, or even weeks. Cruise lines are planning voyages that last for two and three seasons. One is selling a year of sailing and there are even companies turning ships into globe-circuiting floating residences.
FIT FOR A QUEEN: Cunard’s Elizabeth unveils luxurious new look
- After a transformative three-week makeover in Singapore, Cunard has unveiled a new-look Queen Elizabeth ahead of her inaugural Alaska voyages from Seattle and her debut season sailing from Miami, starting June 12 and Oct. 16 respectively.
MYSTERY SOLVED! Why Captain McCue jumped ship
- It seemed a bafflingly abrupt end to a brilliant career at sea when long-time, well-known Capt. Kate McCue announced she was retiring from Celebrity Cruises after a groundbreaking 22-year career.
MSC READY TO REVEAL A NEW WORLD IN THE CARIBBEAN
- The countdown is the final hours for what MSC Cruises is promising is a world of experiences in its biggest ship yet – MSC World America. As its name implies, the 22-deck tall ship featuring 2,614 staterooms is aimed for the interests and tastes of North Americans. And it offers seven onboard districts designed to help guests choose their own holiday experience.
BREAKING THE ICE: Tour op plans first women-only Antarctic expedition
- In celebration of International Women’s Day (March 8), Wild Women Expeditions, in partnership with Aurora Expeditions, has announced the launch of the first and only all-female Antarctic expedition designed by women, for women.
SEABOURN SLIMS FLEET WITH ANOTHER SHIP SALE
- Seabourn Cruises says it will have one of the youngest fleets at sea with the sale of Seabourn Sojourn. The ship will continue to sail for Seabourn until May, 2026, as a charter from new owner Mitsui Ocean Cruises. Guests and their travel advisors with bookings after May 15, 2026, will receive a message from Seabourn with details on changes or rebooking options.
MSC CRUISES SET FOR SUMMER IN EUROPE, CARIBBEAN
- MSC Cruises is set for summer with a host of Mediterranean itineraries featuring both beaches and cityscapes; northern exposure in Iceland and the Norwegian fjords, and a first look at MSC World America, as she sails her inaugural summer season in the Caribbean.
UNIWORLD BEEFING UP ITS SUPER SHIP FLEET
- The Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection is expanding, with three brand new river cruise ships due to start sailing in 2027, completing the line’s transformation to an all Super Ship fleet.
GOING WITH THE FLOW: Avalon reveals latest trends in river cruising
- With the popularity of river cruising unabated in 2025, Avalon Waterways recently sampled nearly 10,000 of its passengers to compile a deep-dive look at where they are planning to, and want to, go this year, and how they expect to do it.
CHRISTABEL SUNDRAM TO LEAD NEW HUNTINGTON CRUISE DIVISION
- Huntington Travel Group has launched a cruise product line and named industry veteran Christabel Sundram as cruise product manager to lead the division. The company says its new product offering expansion marks a significant milestone in its commitment to providing comprehensive travel products.
CAN YOU CUT IT ON AN OCEANIA GOURMET TOUR?
- How hard is cider in Halifax? How do you forge a Japanese knife worthy of Kobe beef? They’re among the insights you can gain in an expanded range of ‘Culinary Discovery Tours’ from Oceania Cruises.
HISTORIC CRUISE LINER SET TO SWIM WITH THE FISHES
- The historic, aging ocean liner that a Florida county plans to turn into the world’s largest artificial reef departed from south Philadelphia’s Delaware River waterfront last week, marking the opening segment of its final voyage.
SHOULD YOU PAY UP TO DINE AROUND THE NEW LOVE BOAT?
- Imagine if R2D2, the cute little droid from Star Wars, retired and got a job as a waiter. “Your order is here: please wait to be served,” the happy little robot chirps as he (it?) rolls up to our table on Sun Princess, loaded with comfort food. I half expected a natty C3PO to arrive next and set out the nachos and burgers at our table in the Americana Diner, one of the restaurants included in the fare on the newest ‘Love Boat.’
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