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A large blue and white cruise ship labeled "Celebrity Xcel" is sailing on calm water near a bridge. Undergoing sea trials ahead of its November launch, the ship has multiple decks, orange lifeboats, and a distinctive orange structure on the side.

10 Hits and Misses From Celebrity Cruises’ Brand-New Celebrity Xcel

Ashley Kosciolek December 3, 2025

Aerial view of Port Canaveral, one of the busiest cruise ports, with multiple large cruise ships docked beside a terminal building, surrounded by parked vehicles and water under a partly cloudy sky.

Port Canaveral Claims Title as World’s Busiest Cruise Port Following Record 2025

Frank M December 3, 2025

The Sky Princess, a large white cruise ship with blue wave designs, is docked at Port Canaveral beside a terminal building. Lifeboats line its side, with water and distant land visible under the clear sky—ready for its Winter Caribbean adventure.

Princess Cruises’ Sky Princess Launches Winter Caribbean Season From Port Canaveral

Frank M December 2, 2025

A large white cruise ship with colorful designs is docked at the PhilaPort Cruise Terminal. The terminal has a white roof and a blue sign. Several people and cars are visible near the terminal and along the road.

Norwegian Cruise Line Breaks Ground on New Philadelphia Homeport, Sailing April 2026

Frank M December 2, 2025

A helicopter hovers low above the Atlantic near a small boat, creating ripples and mist on the water under a golden sky during a search for a man overboard. Several birds float in the water nearby.

Days-Long Man Overboard Search Continues in the Atlantic

Frank M December 1, 2025

A man with short dark hair and a beard is facing forward against a plain gray background, wearing a white shirt—appearing much like a defendant in cruise ship assault charges handled by Florida lawyers.

Florida Lawyers Faces Charges in Alleged Cruise Ship Assault

Frank M November 27, 2025

A close-up view of the side of a Carnival ship shows two orange-covered lifeboats and a crew member in an orange uniform standing near an open hatch. The ship’s exterior is white with blue and red accents.

Carnival Ship Loses Lifeboat During Drill in Cozumel

Frank M November 24, 2025

independence of the seas exterior aerial

Royal Caribbean Closes Waterslide to Replace Panels After Summer Incident

Frank M November 24, 2025

A large cruise ship labeled "Holland America Line" sails on calm blue water. The ship, offering Mexico Cruises and cultural workshops, has multiple decks with rows of balconies and people visible at the front. "Nieuw Amsterdam" is displayed on the bow.

Holland America Adding Authentic Cultural Workshops and Classes on Mexico Sailings

Heather Baxter November 24, 2025

A large Carnival cruise ship named Carnival Spirit sails across calm ocean waters under a partly cloudy sky during daytime, showcasing multiple decks, lifeboats, and its distinctive red funnel. Experience adventure on the Carnival Spirit Tampa voyage.

Carnival Sunshine Moves to Galveston, Carnival Spirit Shifts to Tampa

Frank M November 24, 2025

A large cruise ship is docked in a harbor near a city with several ferries in the foreground and a large steel arch bridge in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

New Overnight Ports in Australia and Fiji for Holland America’s 2027-28 Season

Heather Baxter November 24, 2025

Illustration of a Rose Parade float featuring a Princess Cruises ship with "Star Princess" branding, surrounded by Alaskan wildlife—moose, bears, and eagles—with "Together in the Magic of Alaska" in the background.

Princess Cruises Star Princess Float to Appear in 2026 Rose Parade Featuring Alaska Theme

Heather Baxter November 24, 2025

A person in a sequined bodysuit and gloves balances horizontally above a piano, supporting themselves with their arms on the keys, during the Norwegian Luna Elton John Tribute Show stage performance.

Norwegian Luna Adding Elton John Tribute Show and Mixed Reality Production for March 2026 Debut

Frank M November 24, 2025

A large white and blue Princess Cruises ship sails on calm, clear blue ocean water under a bright sky with scattered clouds. Multiple decks and rows of balconies promise stunning views on unforgettable Caribbean sailings.

Princess Cruises Launches “Blue Friday” Sale

Frank M November 24, 2025

Large cruise ship with multiple decks sails on the ocean under a partly cloudy sky, leaving from the pier. For those who missed out, Travel Agent Cruises offers other exciting voyages.

Carnival Horizon Mechanical Problem Delays Departure, Passengers Lose First Day

Heather Baxter November 17, 2025

A large building fire near a waterfront is being extinguished by firefighters. Heavy smoke rises from the ruins, and fire trucks are parked on the street. Boats are visible in the water and nearby buildings appear undamaged.

Fire Destroys Arawak Cay’s Fish Fry, Popular Nassau Dining Spot for Cruisers

Frank M November 17, 2025

A large cruise ship, Anthem of the Seas, sails through a calm blue ocean on a clear day with a few clouds in the sky.

Man Booted From Cruise Ship for Assault, Family Kept Cruising

Frank M November 17, 2025

A group of people, including a man in a white uniform, stand near a railing having a conversation by a dock in Ocho Rios, with a large Carnival Cruise ship in the background under partly cloudy skies.

Carnival Brings Cruise Ships Back to Ocho Rios, Jamaica Following Major Hurricane

Heather Baxter November 17, 2025

A white double-deck boat cruises through the clear turquoise water near Princess Cay under a bright blue sky. A few people are on board, enjoying the scenic shoreline lined with trees in the background.

Star Princess Trip Report: Princess Cays, Food, and Nightly Entertainment

Doug Parker November 14, 2025

A large white and blue Princess Cruises ship sails on calm, clear blue ocean water under a bright sky with scattered clouds. Multiple decks and rows of balconies promise stunning views on unforgettable Caribbean sailings.

Princess Cruises is Adding Celebration Key to its Caribbean Sailings

Frank M November 14, 2025