New York and Bermuda Prepare for a 2027 Cruise Surge
Cruise demand and port investments are converging to set up a major 2027 boom, with New York, Bermuda and other Atlantic ports racing to scale up.
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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Caribbean Cruise Terminals Race Ahead as Antigua Surges
Caribbean cruise ports are entering 2026 with record demand, new infrastructure and awards recognition, with Antigua Cruise Port emerging as a standout regional hub.
Guide to Disney Cruise Line’s 2027–2028 Itinerary Release
Disney Cruise Line’s 2027–2028 itineraries add new homeports, expanded Caribbean and European routes, and early-booking windows that reward loyal cruisers and planners.
Europe’s 2028 Cruise Boom Builds as Lines Open New Sailings
Major cruise brands are opening 2028 Europe programs, with AmaWaterways and rivals adding longer river itineraries, more ports and early booking incentives.
Glacier Bay Drives Alaska’s Luxury Cruise Boom for 2026
Glacier Bay’s coveted permits, new luxury ships and expanded Seattle homeport options are turning Alaska’s 2026 cruise season into a magnet for global travelers.
Disney Cruise Line to Sail From New York City Again in 2027
Disney Cruise Line will bring the Disney Wish to New York City in September 2027, adding Bermuda, New England and Canada routes to its expanding global network.
Riviera Travel Halts Rhine and Danube Bookings Amid River Crisis
Riviera Travel has temporarily stopped selling Rhine and Danube cruises as record low water levels disrupt European river itineraries and raise questions for late‑summer travel.
Spain Turns to Repositioning Cruises to Cut Travel Costs
Spain and other cruise hubs are leaning into seasonal repositioning voyages, offering longer, one-way sailings that undercut traditional long‑haul air and hotel costs.
Europe’s Cruise Ports Test Smart Systems to Spare Seagrass
France and other European nations are tightening anchoring rules and trialing smart positioning systems as cruise lines look for cleaner ways to stop at sea.
Keelung–Ishigaki Ferry Reshapes Seasonal Island Tourism
Taiwan’s new Keelung–Ishigaki ferry is moving into a seasonal, demand-driven phase that is already reordering travel patterns across Japan’s southwestern islands.
Viking Adds Seven New River Ships, Redrawing Cruise Maps
Viking’s latest order of seven additional river vessels signals an aggressive global expansion, reshaping how travelers experience Europe, Egypt and emerging waterways.
Alaska Cruises Turn Up the Volume with Holland America’s New Poolside Music Scene
Holland America is bringing live bands and acoustic sets to its Lido Pool in Alaska, signaling a new wave of music-focused cruising in the 49th state.
Holland America Adds Poolside Stages in Major Fleet Upgrade
Holland America is expanding its live music program with new poolside bandstands and wider entertainment enhancements rolling across multiple ships through 2026.
Why Barbados Ocean Escapes Are the New Status Luxury
High-speed private catamarans, chef-led menus and wellness-focused “me-kend” retreats are turning Barbados’ west coast into 2026’s most-watched nautical luxury trend.
Scenic and Emerald Unveil 2026–27 Christmas River Cruises
Scenic and Emerald are expanding Europe Christmas river cruises in 2026 and 2027, adding new sailings, early-booking deals and dedicated festive-market itineraries.