U.S. Cruise Travel to Reach Record 22 Million in 2026, Caribbean Leads the Wave
Nearly 22 million Americans are expected to take ocean cruises in 2026, marking the fourth consecutive year of growth, with the Caribbean remaining the top destination.
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Nearly 22 million Americans are expected to take ocean cruises in 2026, marking the fourth consecutive year of growth, with the Caribbean remaining the top destination.
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions unveils its 2027–28 program with new voyages across all seven continents, including a solar eclipse sailing and Arctic exploration.
Carnival Cruise Line has opened bookings for its 2027–2028 sailings, featuring an exclusive solar eclipse voyage and a wide range of new itineraries across the Caribbean,…
Royal Caribbean has placed an order for a fifth Icon-class ship, continuing its record-breaking investment in next-generation cruise experiences with a planned debut in 2028.
After priority access sold out in minutes, Celebrity Cruises will open remaining 2027 river cruise inventory to the general public starting September 25, offering opportunities for…
American Cruise Lines unveils two fresh 8- to 11-day U.S. itineraries for 2026 and teases a third for 2027, adding routes along the Mississippi, Gulf Coast,…
Carnival Cruise Line is launching a dedicated series of Hawaii cruises with the repositioning of ships to Norfolk, Long Beach, and Baltimore, expanding options for travelers…
Princess Cruises is launching 13 new shore excursions in the Mexican Riviera for the 2025-2026 season, offering adventures in wildlife, history, food, and nature along ports…
Celebrity River Cruises has revealed five boutique stateroom categories - including skylight suites - and launched 33 seven-night Rhine and Danube itineraries, with bookings selling out…
Celebrity River Cruises is entering the European river market in 2027 with two innovative ships - Celebrity Compass and Celebrity Seeker - featuring cantilevered dining, expansive…
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has unveiled its Winter 2026–2027 Caribbean itineraries aboard its superyacht Ilma - now open for booking, offering immersive, luxury voyages departing from…
Carnival Cruise Line has opened bookings for Carnival Firenze’s 2027 voyages, including three immersive South America journeys and a range of Caribbean itineraries from Miami.