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The SpongeBob Musical will headline entertainment on Royal Caribbean's new Hero of the Seas cruise ship from August 2027. The ship departs Miami offering nine pools and 28 dining venues.

Holland America Line has canceled the Tabuaeran port call and revised port arrival times for Zaandam's 35-day October 2026 Pacific cruise. Passengers will receive a $100 onboard credit due to these itinerary changes.

Construction began October 5, 2026, on a new cruise terminal at Naha Port, Okinawa, by Naha Port Authority, Cruise Port Naha G.K., MSC Cruises, and Royal Caribbean Group. The terminal, targeted for March 2028 completion, will boost passenger capacity and support East Asia's growing cruise market.