Cruise News

The 2026 Great Lakes cruise season generated $310 million in economic impact, driven by 25,000 passengers and 880 port visits. Detroit hosted 70 cruise ship visits and expanded dock facilities.

Royal Caribbean rerouted the Oasis of the Seas from scheduled Bahamas ports to Halifax, Canada for October 2026. Independence of the Seas was also redirected from Bermuda to Saint John, New Brunswick due to hazardous weather conditions.

Mein Schiff 3 collided with two container ships near Bremerhaven on October 25, 2026, causing significant damage and lifeboat impairment. TUI Cruises cancelled its Canary Islands voyage affecting 2,428 passengers and 922 crew members.

Norwegian Cruise Line opened bookings on October 20, 2026, for Norwegian Bella, its largest Prima-class ship. The 170,000 GT vessel will start 7-night Mediterranean cruises from Barcelona in May 2028.

Royal Caribbean has removed Icy Strait Point from the May 2027 Anthem of the Seas Alaska cruise due to speed restrictions, adding a sea day and shortening Ketchikan time. Passengers’ shore excursions at Icy Strait Point are canceled and fully refunded.

Cordelia Cruises launched Cordelia Sky on 23 October 2026 in Mumbai, adding its second ship to the fleet. The new vessel offers expanded itineraries with improved amenities and fare options.

Carnival Cruise Line will implement dynamic pricing for drink and Wi-Fi packages starting December 1, 2026, adjusting costs based on sailing details and season. FunPacks bundles including these packages and other amenities are available for booking until October 30, 2026.

Norwegian Cruise Line has opened bookings for Norwegian Bella, the final ship in its Prima-Class series, with Mediterranean sailings from Barcelona starting May 2028. The 170,000 gross ton vessel will carry 3,921 guests on seven-night round-trip cruises serving major European ports.

Norwegian Sun has canceled its Sydney, Nova Scotia port call on October 21 due to adverse weather, proceeding directly to Halifax. The ship now arrives early in Halifax on October 22 with an added day at sea.

Norwegian Sun canceled its scheduled Sydney, Nova Scotia port call on October 21, 2026, due to adverse weather. The ship rerouted directly to Halifax, arriving on October 22 with an earlier arrival and providing passengers with additional time ashore.