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Carnival Adds More Galveston Cruises, Solar Eclipse Sailing

A large cruise ship with multiple decks, the Carnival Miracle, sails on calm blue ocean waters. The ship features a distinctive red and blue funnel and proudly displays "Carnival" branding on its side. The sky is clear with a few scattered clouds.

Carnival Cruise Line has announced its next wave of itineraries for the 2027/28 season, featuring Caribbean sailings from multiple U.S. homeports and expanded European voyages. New Ship Deployment A new deployment is a special solar eclipse cruise departing July 29, 2027, aboard the Carnival Miracle. Carnival Miracle will kick off its 2027 season from Galveston, […]

Norwegian Cruise Line to Drop Drink Package Access at Great Stirrup Cay in 2026

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Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has announced it will discontinue its onboard beverage packages at its private island, Great Stirrup Cay, starting March 1, 2026. The change applies to all promotional and purchased drink packages, including those received through Free at Sea or More at Sea offers. Passengers will still have access to complimentary non-alcoholic beverages […]

Royal Caribbean Details Legend of the Seas, Expands Dining and Shows

A large Royal Caribbean cruise ship named "Icon of the Seas" sails on calm blue ocean water under a clear sky, with colorful water slides, expanded dining options, and outdoor decks visible on the upper levels.

Royal Caribbean has announced the debut of its new Icon-class ship, Legend of the Seas, set for summer 2026 in Europe before heading to the Caribbean in November 2026. The ship will offer guests many experiences with 28 dining options, new entertainment, and family-friendly activities across eight distinct neighborhoods. Dining Dining includes the Royal Railway […]

Princess Cruises Launches Sip at Sea Cocktail Collection by Mixologist Rob Floyd

The image shows two stacked copies of “Sip at Sea” by Rob Floyd. The cover features the celebrity mixologist’s smiling face, vibrant cocktails, and highlights this Princess Cruises cocktail collection.

Princess Cruises has partnered with global mixologist Rob Floyd to release Sip at Sea: A Princess Cruises Cocktail Collection, a new cocktail book now available on Amazon and onboard all 17 Princess ships. The collection features guest-favorite cocktails and mocktails from across the Princess fleet. The book offers step-by-step recipes, vibrant full-color photos, and QR […]

Cruise Line Faces Allegations Over Three-Year Cruise That Has Yet to Sail

A large cruise ship sails on calm blue water under a clear sky, with a smaller boat in the background. The text "Victoria Cruises Line" appears in the lower right corner, highlighting this unique three-year cruise experience.

A BBC investigation has uncovered allegations that dozens of customers who paid deposits for a three-year residential cruise with Victoria Cruises Line (VCL) are still waiting for refunds, despite the ship never setting sail since bookings opened in 2022. Customers Report Financial and Emotional Toll According to the BBC report by journalist Suranjana Tewari, would-be […]

Carnival Panorama Replaces Port as Hurricane Priscilla Threatens Mexican Riviera

The Carnival Panorama, proudly representing Carnival Cruise Line, docked at the port during its inaugural visit. The ship's white facade and dark blue hull stand tall against a clear blue sky, with safety barriers lining the dock as it brings excitement and grandeur to its guests.

Passengers aboard Carnival Panorama departing from Long Beach this past weekend received an itinerary change notification just one day prior to sailing, due to Hurricane Priscilla developing off Mexico’s Pacific coast and potentially impacting the popular cruise port of Cabo San Lucas. Storm Forces Last-Minute Itinerary Revision Captain Salvatore Mangraviti and Carnival’s Fleet Operations Center […]

Carnival Corporation Launches Meal Donation Program in Latin America

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Carnival Corporation & plc has expanded its meal donation program into Latin America for the first time, signing agreements with food banks and local leaders in Mexico, Honduras, and the Dominican Republic. This initiative is part of the cruise giant’s Less Left Over food waste strategy, which redirects unserved fresh meals from its ships to […]

Star Princess Sails Maiden Cruise from Barcelona

A large white cruise ship, the Star Princess, is docked at the port of Barcelona, with glass boarding bridges connected to its side. Part of a modern spherical structure and some equipment are visible in the foreground.

Princess Cruises began the inaugural sailing of Star Princess on Saturday, launching an 11-day Western Mediterranean itinerary from Barcelona. Captain Gennaro Arma expressed pride in leading the newbuild team and now welcoming guests aboard for the first voyage. “We warmly invite guests to experience the extraordinary service Princess is known for,” he said. The 177,800-ton […]

Brilliant Lady Makes Maiden Call at Port of Quebec

A large white and red cruise ship named "Brilliant Lady" sails on the ocean under a partly cloudy blue sky, with the coastline visible in the distance.

Virgin Voyages has officially entered Québec City with the arrival of its newest ship, Brilliant Lady, marking the cruise line’s first visit to the port. The ship docked at the Port of Québec on October 3, 2025, bringing an adults-only cruise experience to the historic St. Lawrence destination. Built by Fincantieri in Italy, Brilliant Lady […]

MSC Seascape Brings Texas-Inspired Flavors to Galveston This November

The MSC Seascape sails on calm blue ocean water under a clear sky near Galveston, with lifeboats visible along its side and the sun low on the horizon.

MSC Cruises is bringing a taste of the Lone Star State to sea when MSC Seascape begins sailing from Galveston in November, debuting an expanded menu of Texas and Southern-inspired dishes designed specifically for regional guests. Texas BBQ Meets Mediterranean Flair Starting November 9, 2025, MSC Seascape will offer 7-night Western Caribbean itineraries every Sunday […]