Carnival Tropicale Sets Sail from Galveston in 2028 with Expanded Short Cruise Options
Carnival Cruise Line will homeport its new Excel-class ship, Carnival Tropicale, in Galveston, Texas starting in 2028 with capacity for over 6,000 guests. Carnival Jubilee will offer short four- to eight-day cruises from Galveston beginning in 2028.
Jewel Tours Japan Expands Custom Private Shore Excursions Across Nine Japanese Ports
Jewel Tours Japan has expanded its private shore excursions to nine major and regional Japanese cruise ports. The tours offer customized itineraries for groups up to six, with local English-speaking guides adapting to ship schedules.
Carnival Tropicale and Jubilee Begin Cruises from Galveston in 2028
Carnival Cruise Line will homeport the new 6,000-guest Carnival Tropicale in Galveston beginning April 2028. The Carnival Jubilee will launch short four- to eight-day cruises from Galveston on various Caribbean itineraries starting the same year.
Princess Cruises Cancels Kauai Stop on Ruby Princess Due to Hurricane Damage
Princess Cruises cancelled the Ruby Princess's scheduled stop in Nawiliwili, Kauai, on September 22, 2026, due to Hurricane Lowell damage. The ship will extend its stay in Honolulu with an overnight call replacing the Kauai visit.
Carnival Bases Carnival Tropicale and Jubilee in Galveston Starting 2028
Carnival Cruise Line will base its 6,000-guest Excel-class ship Carnival Tropicale in Galveston, Texas starting in 2028. The company will also debut short Western Caribbean cruises on Carnival Jubilee from the same port.
Jewel Tours Japan Expands Custom Shore Excursions to Nine Ports
Jewel Tours Japan expands custom private shore excursions to nine cruise ports across Japan, with options at additional ports. Tours serve up to six people, offering local guides and tailored itineraries coordinated with ship schedules.
Princess Cruises Cancels Kauai Stop on Ruby Princess, Extends Honolulu Stay
Princess Cruises canceled the Ruby Princess’s stop in Kaua‘i on September 22, 2026, due to Hurricane Lowell damage. The cruise now includes an extended overnight stay in Honolulu with shore excursions for Kaua‘i refunded.
Princess Cruises Cancels Kauai Stop on Ruby Princess After Hurricane Lowell
Princess Cruises canceled the Ruby Princess stop at Nawiliwili, Kauai, on September 22, 2026, due to hurricane damage from Hurricane Lowell. Passengers will have an extended stay in Honolulu with automatic refunds for Kauai shore excursions.
Carnival Tropicale Assigned to Galveston, Carnival Jubilee Adds Short Cruises
Carnival Cruise Line will homeport the Excel-class Carnival Tropicale in Galveston, Texas, starting in 2028. Carnival Jubilee will also introduce new short cruise itineraries from Galveston beginning in 2028.
Jewel Tours Japan Expands Private Shore Excursions to Nine Ports
Jewel Tours Japan has expanded custom private shore excursions to nine Japanese cruise ports with flexible itineraries tailored to ship schedules and guest interests. The service covers both major and regional ports, offering personalized tours with local English-speaking guides.
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