Holland America Line Opens 2028 Alaska Season Featuring Rare Voyages
Holland America Line has opened bookings for its 2028 Alaska cruise season, featuring rare voyages, new routes, and the debut of the reimagined Oosterdam. The season includes sailings ranging from seven to 18 days from Seattle, Vancouver, and San Diego.
Margaritaville at Sea Starts Galveston Cruises in October 2027
Margaritaville at Sea will begin sailing from Galveston, Texas, establishing a new homeport starting October 2027. Cruise service launches that fall, offering new departures for passengers.
Holland America Line Unveils 2028 Alaska Cruises Featuring Rare Voyages and Oosterdam Evolution
Holland America Line has launched bookings for its 2028 Alaska cruise season, featuring voyages from seven to 18 days aboard six ships with new and rare itineraries. The Oosterdam debuts Holland America Evolution after a major transformation and will be the primary ship for Alaska Cruisetours linking cruises with overland trips to Denali and the Yukon.
Carnival Cruise Line Rescues Mariner from Disabled Vessel
On August 26, 2026, Carnival Conquest rescued a mariner from a disabled sailing vessel while en route to Grenada. The ship continued its scheduled route to St. George's without delay.
Holland America Line Launches 2028 Alaska Cruises with Rare Voyages and New Oosterdam
Holland America Line has opened bookings for its 2028 Alaska cruise season, featuring rare voyages and new exploration routes. The reimagined Oosterdam will debut with new staterooms and serve as the primary ship for combined Alaskan overland cruises.
Serenade of the Seas Alaska Sailing Delayed to September 1, Itinerary Reduced
Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas Alaska cruise, originally departing Vancouver on August 30, 2026, has been postponed to September 1 and shortened to five nights. Four ports of call are removed, with compensation and refund options offered to passengers.
Body Recovered After Passenger Falls Overboard from Ambassador Ambition
A passenger fell overboard from the British cruise ship Ambassador Ambition in the North Sea on August 21, 2026. The body was recovered following a coordinated search involving multiple rescue agencies.
Disney Cruise Line Returns to New York City in Fall 2027 with Disney Wish
Disney Cruise Line will homeport the Disney Wish in New York City starting late September 2027, offering seven voyages ranging from four to seven nights. Destinations include Bermuda, New England, and Atlantic Canada with early booking from August 31, 2026.
Azamara Unveils 195-Night World Cruise with Three 2029 Itinerary Options
Azamara will offer a 195-night world cruise in 2029 with three distinct itinerary options. This provides travelers various long-duration cruise voyages to choose from.
Serenade of the Seas Alaska Cruise Delayed to Sept 1, 2026 for Maintenance
Serenade of the Seas' Alaska cruise departing Vancouver on August 30, 2026, is postponed to September 1 for urgent maintenance. The cruise is shortened to five nights, with compensation and full refunds available.
















