Oceania Aurelia™ to Sail Dual 180-day World Cruises
Oceania Cruises has unveiled two 180-day Around the World voyages for 2028 and 2029 aboard Oceania Aurelia, alongside Grand Voyages and inaugural European sailings.
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Norwegian reports stronger first-quarter 2026 results
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings lifted first-quarter revenue and profit in 2026, while adjusted EBITDA beat guidance. The company also lowered full-year guidance as it cited Middle East-related headwinds and softer demand.
Antarctica21 Reports Near Full Capacity for 2025–26 Expedition Season
Antarctica21 reported near full capacity for its 2025–26 season, with travellers from 53 countries taking part in its Antarctic fly-and-cruise programmes to the Antarctic Peninsula.
Holland America Line reveals 2028 Grand Voyages spanning six continents
Holland America Line has revealed its 2028 Grand Voyages, including a 129 day global sailing and a 90 day Pacific itinerary with rare ports, UNESCO sites and extended stays.
Avalon Waterways unveils seasonal excursions for 2027
Avalon Waterways has announced 2027 seasonal excursions across spring, summer, autumn and winter, including harvest, lavender, apple-picking and culinary experiences tied to specific times of year.
MSC World Asia to Introduce Expanded Family Activities at Sea
MSC Cruises has unveiled family entertainment for MSC World Asia, featuring MSC Luna Park Arena, The Clubhouse, The Harbour and Doremiland across seven-night Mediterranean itineraries from Barcelona and other ports.
Cruise Saudi names Taha Nazer acting chief executive
Cruise Saudi has appointed Taha Nazer as acting chief executive officer and said AROYA will resume sailings on 14 May, ahead of its second Mediterranean season and Aman at Sea’s expected 2027 delivery.
Cunard’s Four Queens to Gather for Historic Liverpool Celebration
Cunard has announced that Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth, Queen Victoria and Queen Anne will gather in Liverpool on 16 May 2028 for the first time, marking the line’s first full-fleet assembly.
Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas begins sea trials ahead of July debut
Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas has begun sea trials in Turku, Finland, as the ship enters the final stages of construction ahead of its July 2026 debut and first European season.
Five Cruise Ships Successfully Exit Arabian Gulf
Five major cruise ships have safely exited the Arabian Gulf, marking strong progress for regional operations and upcoming summer deployments.