Asia’s Cruise Industry Expands with Sustainability and Innovation in 2026
Asia's cruise industry is growing in 2026 with new itineraries and enhanced sustainability efforts. Technology adoption is improving passenger experience amid rising market demand.
Princess Cruises Unveils Six Operational Changes for 2027 Season
Princess Cruises will expand its Japan and Alaska itineraries in 2027, offering 50 Japan itineraries and 187 Alaska departures. New booking rules and a 129-night World Cruise also debut.
Carnival Tropicale Begins Galveston Sailings in April 2028; Bookings Now Open
Carnival Cruise Line opened bookings for Carnival Tropicale, its final Excel-class ship, sailing from Galveston on April 15, 2028. The ship will offer multiple Caribbean itineraries with new onboard family and dining features.
Asia Cruise Industry Expands with New Ships and Routes in 2026
Asia's cruise industry is growing with new ships and expanded itineraries in 2026. Operators focus on enhancing passenger experiences and promoting regional attractions.
Carnival Tropicale 2028 Bookings Open for Galveston Sailings
Carnival Cruise Line opened bookings for Carnival Tropicale, its fifth Excel-class ship, beginning sailings from Galveston in April 2028. The ship will offer Caribbean, Bahamas, and Mexico itineraries with new onboard amenities and dining.
HX Expeditions Launches 26 New Cruises for 2028/29 Season Covering Polar and Scandinavia
HX Expeditions revealed 57 voyages for its 2028/29 season, including 26 new itineraries across Antarctica, Arctic, and Scandinavia. New routes feature Alaska, Greenland, Falkland Islands gateway to Antarctica, and the Baltic Sea.
Carnival Tropicale Cruising from Galveston Begins April 2028 with Bookings Open
Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Tropicale will begin sailing from Galveston, Texas on April 15, 2028. Bookings are now open for the ship's inaugural 2028 cruise season.
Royal Caribbean Cancels Serenade of the Seas Alaska Cruise After Boarding
Royal Caribbean canceled its Alaska cruise from Vancouver after about 1,700 passengers boarded. The sailing was delayed, shortened, and eventually canceled due to maintenance work on the Serenade of the Seas.
Royal Caribbean Lays Keel for Fifth Icon Class Ship
Royal Caribbean laid the keel for its fifth Icon Class ship in September 2026. This ceremony marks a critical step in the construction of the expanding Icon Class fleet.
Minnesota Pastor Dies After Severe Injury on Sun Princess Cruise in Italy
Steve Junker, a Minnesota pastor, died following a severe spinal cord injury aboard the Sun Princess cruise ship in Italy on August 16, 2026. He underwent emergency surgery in Naples, was later moved to the Mayo Clinic, and died on September 4 surrounded by loved ones.
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Celebrity Cruises Opens Bookings for Celebrity Xcite 2028 Caribbean Season
Celebrity Cruises has opened bookings for its new Edge Series ship Celebrity Xcite's 2028 Caribbean sailings from Miami. The ship's first voyage departs November 19, 2028.
Cruise Ship Ends Voyage Early, Passengers Forced Off in Cambodia
A cruise ship abruptly ended its voyage in Cambodia in early November 2026, forcing hundreds of passengers to leave the ship early. The cruise's premature end was driven by a sharp rise in fuel prices, stranding travelers.
728 Delays and 55 Cancellations Disrupt U.S. Airports on November 6, 2026
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