Carnival Adds More Mexico Sailings From Long Beach for 2028–29
Carnival Cruise Line has opened additional 2028–29 Baja Mexico and Mexican Riviera departures from Long Beach, expanding year-round options for West Coast vacationers.
Vanessa Buasini
Based in Southampton, one of Europe’s busiest cruise hubs, Vanessa follows cruise line announcements and maritime travel trends. Her reporting helps readers stay informed about the ships, ports, and operational changes shaping the cruise world.
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Cunard’s 2027 World Voyages Add 600 Shore Experiences
Cunard’s 2027 World Voyages program expands with around 600 curated shore experiences across South America and other global ports, strengthening the line’s destination-focused offering.
Gulf Islands Ferry Adds Coquina Beach Stop to Ease Island Access
A new Gulf Islands Ferry stop at Coquina Beach strengthens car‑free connections to Anna Maria Island, aiming to relieve bridge traffic and support tourism growth.
MSC Cruises Reimagines U.S. Sailings as Gen Z Floating Resorts
MSC Cruises is rapidly reshaping the U.S. cruise market with resort-style ships, private island overnights and LNG-powered hardware tailored to Gen Z travelers.
Holland America Line Reveals 2028 Alaska Cruises and New Routes
Holland America Line has opened bookings for its 2028 Alaska season, adding rare itineraries, glacier‑focused voyages and scenic routes aboard six ships based in North America.
Atlas Ocean Voyages Adds Safaris to 2029 Africa Cruises
Atlas Ocean Voyages is pairing 2029 Africa sailings with premium South and East Africa safari extensions, signaling a bold new phase for luxury expedition travel.
Brazil Steps Into Expanding Amazon–Antarctica Cruise Circuit
Brazil is emerging as a key Atlantic gateway alongside Argentina as cruise lines stitch together Amazon, South America and Antarctica into extended expedition routes.
Disney Adventure Puts Langkawi in the Cruise Spotlight
Malaysia’s Langkawi is riding a fresh tourism wave as Disney Adventure’s new Singapore-based cruises add the island to four-night itineraries from late 2026.
Royal Caribbean Expands Asia-Pacific Cruises With Longer Voyages
Royal Caribbean is reshaping Asia-Pacific cruising with longer itineraries, more homeports and added capacity, giving travellers new ways to explore the region by sea.
Waterways Leisure Split Backs Cordelia Cruises’ India Push
Waterways Leisure Tourism’s 1:10 share split comes weeks after its IPO, aligning capital markets strategy with Cordelia Cruises’ aggressive fleet and route expansion in India.
Adora Magic City Opens New International Cruise Era from Shenzhen
China’s first domestically built large cruise ship, Adora Magic City, is opening a new chapter for Shenzhen with Vietnam-focused itineraries and broader Asia cruise ambitions.
Germany Stages Michelin-Star Cruise Showcase in 2026
Germany’s port city of Hamburg becomes the stage for Hapag-Lloyd’s 2026 Michelin-star cruise festival, signaling a new, experience-led era for European luxury travel.
Svalbard Leads Arctic Cruise Boom as Lines Battle for Visitors
Svalbard has become the hottest ticket in Arctic cruising as Hurtigruten and rival operators expand itineraries, add greener ships and adapt to tighter regulations.
Galveston Plans New Cruise Gateway for Royal Caribbean Growth
Galveston advances plans for a fifth cruise terminal at Pier 14, expanding Royal Caribbean capacity and reshaping the Texas Gulf Coast’s busiest homeport.
Azamara Reveals 2029 World Cruise With Deeper Global Stays
Azamara Cruises has unveiled a 195-night 2029 World Cruise focused on longer port calls, more overnights and destination immersion across five continents and 40 countries.