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American Cruise Lines Debuts the American Pioneer in Key West
American Cruise Lines has christened the American Pioneer in Key West, launching the Patriot-class ship on its inaugural 16-day Grand Florida Coast & Keys itinerary.
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American Cruise Lines has christened the American Pioneer in Key West, launching the Patriot-class ship on its inaugural 16-day Grand Florida Coast & Keys itinerary.
Crystal has revealed that its first new oceangoing vessel in 25 years will be named Crystal Grace, launching in June 2028 with two sister ships to follow in 2031 and 2032.
Princess Cruises has revealed its largest-ever lineup of Caribbean and Panama Canal itineraries for 2027–28, featuring new calls, expanded deployments, and nine ships across the region.
Amadeus River Cruises will debut its new ship, the Amadeus Mira, in 2027. The vessel will sail the Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers with a modern hybrid-electric system.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises is expanding its ultra-luxury fleet with a third Prestige-class ship set to debut in 2033, following new builds in 2026 and 2030.
Disney Cruise Line has officially christened its newest ship, the Disney Destiny, themed around heroes and villains, with Susan Egan named as Godmother.
JetBlue Vacations has expanded its booking platform to include luxury cruise lines Azamara, Regent Seven Seas, and Seabourn, offering more options for travelers.
Royal Caribbean has opened bookings for its 2027–2028 Caribbean sailings, featuring new beach clubs, multiple Florida homeports, and itineraries up to eight nights.
Norwegian Cruise Line is shifting its strategy to attract more families with children, focusing on shorter sailings and flexible pricing as occupancy hits record levels.
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions will charter a second river ship, the Transcend Evolve, in 2027 to expand its growing portfolio of European river cruises.
Holland America Line has unveiled its 2027–2028 South America and Antarctica itineraries, featuring scenic glacier routes and extended voyages up to 31 days.
Atlas Ocean Voyages is offering up to 40% savings and exclusive perks on luxury yacht expeditions across the Arctic, Antarctica, and Europe through its extended Black Friday sale.