Royal Caribbean Buys 50% Stake in Sandals Resorts for $3 Billion
Royal Caribbean agreed to purchase a 50% stake in Sandals Resorts for $3 billion, valuing the chain at $6 billion. The transaction is expected to close in early 2027.
Coast Guard Ends Search After Passenger Overboard on Carnival Panorama
A 56-year-old man went overboard from Carnival Panorama near Mexico while sailing back to Long Beach, California. The U.S. Coast Guard suspended a 41-hour search with no results, and the passenger is presumed dead.
Royal Caribbean Buys 50% Stake in Sandals Resorts for $3 Billion
Royal Caribbean will acquire a 50% stake in Sandals Resorts for $3 billion, valuing the Caribbean chain at $6 billion. The deal is expected to close early in 2027.
Princess Cruises Doubles New Zealand Port Visits for 2028-29 Season
Princess Cruises announced it will double New Zealand port calls in the 2028-29 season. This expansion increases itinerary variety for travelers in New Zealand.
Search Ends After Man Overboard from Carnival Panorama Near California
A man jumped overboard from Carnival Panorama on September 18 during its voyage from Puerto Vallarta to Long Beach. The U.S. Coast Guard suspended a 41-hour search without finding him.
Royal Caribbean Buys 50% Stake in Sandals Resorts for $3 Billion
Royal Caribbean will acquire a 50% stake in Sandals Resorts for $3 billion, valuing the company at $6 billion. The deal is expected to close early next year.
Norwegian Cruise Line Removes Port from 2027-28 Itinerary
Norwegian Cruise Line announced on September 21, 2026, the removal of a port from its 2027-28 cruise itinerary. This change impacts specific cruises and requires travelers to modify plans.
Carnival Panorama Passenger Overboard Near California Before Docking
A passenger jumped overboard from the Carnival Panorama cruise ship near the California coast hours before its scheduled arrival in Long Beach. The U.S. Coast Guard initiated search operations immediately following the incident.
Carnival Cruise Line Adds Short Cruises from Galveston in 2028
Carnival Cruise Line will launch shorter cruises from Galveston aboard the Excel-class Carnival Jubilee in 2028. These include four-, five-, six-, and eight-day Western Caribbean itineraries with exclusive Paradise Collection stops.
Princess Cruises to Double New Zealand Port Calls in 2028-29
Princess Cruises confirmed plans to double New Zealand port calls for the 2028-29 season. This will expand itinerary options for passengers visiting New Zealand ports.
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