Cruises

Royal Caribbean bought a 50% stake in Sandals Resorts for $3 billion. This deal expands Royal Caribbean’s involvement in Caribbean tourism without changing existing cruise itineraries.

Explora Journeys signed a letter of intent with Den Breejen Shipyard in September 2026 to build luxury river cruise ships, marking its first river cruise venture. Sales are expected to open in 2027 as Explora enters the competitive European river cruise market.

The U.S. Coast Guard suspended its search for Thomas Gigler, who went overboard from Carnival Panorama off the California coast. The search covered 1,707 square miles over 41 hours without results.

Royal Caribbean acquired a stake in Sandals Resorts for $3 billion in late September 2026. This partnership may enhance Caribbean cruise and resort vacation packages.

A popular cruise line began building a new ship in September 2026. This expansion will introduce new cruise offerings for future travelers.

Royal Caribbean will acquire a 50% stake in Sandals Resorts for $3 billion, valuing the company at $6 billion. The deal is scheduled to close early 2027.

A 56-year-old man went overboard from Carnival Panorama near Mexico during its voyage to Long Beach, California. After 41 hours and a wide search area, the U.S. Coast Guard has suspended rescue efforts.

Aroya Cruises will expand its 2027 Mediterranean deployment with new itineraries and ports, launching its first winter season from October 2026. The program includes 6- to 14-night cruises from Galataport Istanbul and overnight calls in Egypt.

Princess Cruises will double port visits in New Zealand for the 2028-29 season. This change increases the number of stops available to passengers during cruises.

A male passenger jumped overboard from Carnival Panorama between Puerto Vallarta and Long Beach, prompting a 41-hour multi-agency search. The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended search efforts after covering 1,707 square miles of ocean.