Cruises

A popular cruise line began constructing a new ship in September 2026. This move is part of its planned fleet growth.

A 56-year-old passenger jumped overboard from Carnival Panorama off Mexico’s coast in September 2026. The U.S. Coast Guard ended a 41-hour search without locating the man.

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

A 56-year-old man jumped overboard from the Carnival Panorama cruise ship near Mexico while sailing to Long Beach. The U.S. Coast Guard and Mexican Navy searched over 1,700 square miles before suspending the search after 41 hours with no results.

Royal Caribbean is acquiring a 50% stake in Sandals Resorts for $3 billion, valuing the company at $6 billion. The deal, announced on September 22, 2026, signals Royal Caribbean’s expansion into all-inclusive Caribbean resorts.

Princess Cruises will double its New Zealand port calls by the 2028-29 cruise season, announced in September 2026. This expansion will provide travelers with more itinerary and port options in New Zealand.

In September 2026, a popular cruise line began constructing a new vessel amid high travel demand. This marks a fleet expansion with anticipated advanced amenities and itinerary options.

A 56-year-old man jumped overboard from Carnival Panorama while sailing from Puerto Vallarta to Long Beach in September 2026. The U.S. Coast Guard and Mexican Navy searched 1,707 square miles before suspending the search after 41 hours.

A popular cruise line started construction of a new ship on September 22, 2026, report AllEars.Net. No further details about the vessel were released.

Thomas Gigler jumped overboard from Carnival Panorama on September 18, 2026, near Mexico. The U.S. Coast Guard suspended its search after 41 hours and 1,707 square miles of coverage.