Cruise Ship News

Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas Powers Up First Main Engine at Meyer Turku

by David Lewis - 21 Nov 2025 at 09:26

Royal Caribbean’s upcoming Legend of the Seas has officially powered up its very first main engine at the Meyer Turku shipyard, marking a major step forward in the ship’s construction.

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Port Everglades Gears Up for a Record-Breaking Cruise Season

by David Lewis - 05 Nov 2025 at 13:38

Port Everglades is bracing for a record-breaking cruise season this November, welcoming seven ships in one day and several new vessels — including Disney Destiny, Star Princess, and Celebrity Xcel. Travelers are advised to plan ahead as Fort Lauderdale’s busy cruise hub prepares for more passengers, new infrastructure, and major milestones.

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Cunard Unveils 110 New Luxury Itineraries Including World Voyages

by David Lewis - 05 Nov 2025 at 13:34

Cunard has announced 110 new itineraries between October 2027 and May 2028, including two World Voyages aboard Queen Anne and Queen Elizabeth, visiting 97 destinations and 52 UNESCO sites. Early booking discounts available until December 17, 2025.

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Royal Caribbean to Deploy Five Ships Year-Round from Florida — as Icon of the Seas Is Rumoured to Move to Galveston in 2027

by David Lewis - 05 Nov 2025 at 13:30

Royal Caribbean will homeport five ships year-round from Florida in 2027–28, while credible rumours suggest Icon of the Seas could reposition to Galveston, Texas in August 2027. The updated deployment includes new itineraries, private island destinations, and major ship upgrades.

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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Posts Record Revenue in Third Quarter 2025

by David Lewis - 04 Nov 2025 at 12:59

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports record Q3 2025 revenue of $2.9 billion, driven by strong cruise demand and strategic debt improvements. The company raises its 2025 earnings forecast as bookings and occupancy remain high.

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Royal Caribbean Announces Record-Breaking 2027 European Season With Six Ships and New Santorini Beach Club

by David Lewis - 04 Nov 2025 at 12:51

Royal Caribbean will deploy six ships to Europe in summer 2027 — including an Icon-class vessel and new Royal Beach Club Santorini experiences.

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Disney Destiny Makes Her Grand Arrival in Florida Ahead of Inaugural Voyages

by David Lewis - 04 Nov 2025 at 06:56

Disney Destiny, Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, has arrived in Florida ahead of her christening and maiden voyage from Fort Lauderdale.

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Anthem of the Seas Makes Grand Sydney Debut

by David Lewis - 02 Nov 2025 at 14:38

Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas arrives in Sydney for the first time, kicking off the 2025–26 Australian cruise season with 24 voyages across Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific.

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Jamaica Targets December 15 to Restart Cruise Tourism After Hurricane Melissa

by David Lewis - 02 Nov 2025 at 08:09

Jamaica sets a goal to resume cruise and tourism operations by December 15, 2025, after Hurricane Melissa’s destruction, as major cruise lines reroute ships and aid recovery.

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Celebrity Apex Brings Edge Class to Port Canaveral

by David Lewis - 02 Nov 2025 at 08:02

Celebrity Apex makes her Port Canaveral debut, offering 7-night Caribbean cruises through April 2026. Explore Edge-class luxury from Florida’s Space Coast.

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Cruise Lines Reroute Ships to Avoid Hurricane Melissa’s Path

by David Lewis - 26 Oct 2025 at 14:02

As Hurricane Melissa intensifies toward Jamaica, major cruise lines — including Royal Caribbean, Disney, Celebrity, and Carnival — reroute ships to avoid the storm’s path. See which sailings are impacted and what changes to expect.

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Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas to Sail from MSC’s New Miami Terminal

by David Lewis - 26 Oct 2025 at 13:50

Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas will temporarily use MSC Cruises’ new Terminal AA at PortMiami on October 27, 2025, as its usual terminal is demolished for reconstruction. Learn what guests need to know before embarkation.

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