Royal Caribbean Boosts 2028 Asia Pacific Cruises
Royal Caribbean is expanding its 2027-28 Asia Pacific program, adding new itineraries across Australia, Japan and Southeast Asia with Voyager of the Seas at the center.
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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Hurtigruten Unveils ‘Northern Delights’ Svalbard Winter Voyages
Hurtigruten’s new ‘Northern Delights’ program links Svalbard and Arctic Norway in deep winter, adding fresh itineraries to meet rising demand for Northern Lights travel.
Tianjin Launches Three-Day Sea Voyages in Cruise Tourism Push
Tianjin debuts three-day, no‑destination cruises from its international home port, signaling a new phase in China’s fast‑recovering cruise tourism market.
Oceania Cruises Redefines Luxury With Learning and Wellness
Oceania Cruises is repositioning luxury cruising around immersive learning, cultural discovery and science-backed wellness programming across its small, upmarket fleet.
Oceania Cruises Bids Farewell to Regatta as Ship Shifts to World Voyages
Oceania Cruises is parting ways with longtime fleet stalwart Regatta, which now moves to My Cruises for year-round world itineraries extending into 2028.
Expedia Cruises Bets Big on 2026 North America Cruise Boom
Expedia Cruises accelerates its franchise expansion in 2026, riding a powerful North American cruise rebound and reshaping how travelers book sea-focused vacations.
Galveston Welcomes Margaritaville at Sea in 2027 Cruise Expansion
Galveston will become Margaritaville at Sea’s newest homeport from October 2027, adding fresh Caribbean and Central American options for Texas vacationers.
Explora Drops Middle East Cruises as Region Risks Rise
Explora Journeys has canceled upcoming Middle East and Red Sea sailings, shifting ships to the Mediterranean and North Africa as regional security concerns reshape Gulf cruise plans.
New Caledonia Cruises Confront Fragile Links to Nouméa and Lifou
After political unrest and pandemic shocks, New Caledonia’s cruise sector is rebuilding around Nouméa and Lifou while relying on delicate air and sea links between its islands.
Burak Akgül Steers Turquoise Yachts Into a New Flagship Era
Recent landmark launches at Turquoise Yachts, led by executive chairman Burak Akgül, underscore Turkey’s rapid ascent as a force in the global superyacht market.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Targets Bigger Cruise Role
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is pursuing major cruise growth, leveraging Kingstown’s expansion while positioning Port Elizabeth on Bequia as a higher‑value small‑ship gateway.
Dubai’s Port Rashid Emerges as Air-Sea Hub for Gulf Cruises
Dubai’s Port Rashid is strengthening its role in cruise tourism by linking global air networks with Gulf itineraries and integrated fly-cruise services.
Denmark, Belgium and Caribbean Cruises Set Tourism Records
Fresh data for 2024 and 2025 show Denmark and Belgium hitting record visitor stays as a booming 2026 Caribbean cruise season reshapes global tourism flows.
Ha Long and Lan Ha Bays Surge as Vietnam’s Luxury Summer Hotspots
New high-end cruises and island resorts are transforming Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay into Vietnam’s leading destinations for upscale summer escapes.
St. Kitts & Nevis Tops 1 Million Cruise Visitors in 2026
Cruise arrivals to St. Kitts and Nevis have surged past one million passengers, marking a post-pandemic milestone as Basseterre accelerates port expansion and home-porting plans.