Paul Gauguin Cruises is running a new “Winter in Paradise” promotion on select voyages departing between November 2025 and March 2026.

Guests can enjoy $500 in shipboard credits, plus a free one-category upgrade per stateroom. Travelers who book by June 6 can also enjoy bonus savings of up to 25 percent.

In addition, travel advisors can earn up to $1,000 in gift cards for each

The growing popularity of solar eclipse cruises has inspired Princess Cruises to add a third voyage in its highly anticipated 2026 Total Solar Eclipse series — a 14-day Mediterranean & Adriatic with Total Solar Eclipse cruise onboard the Enchanted Princess 

Bookings are now open for the roundtrip cruise departing from Rome on 4 August 2026. The journey will blend the magic of

Regent Seven Seas Cruises will launch an all-new Mediterranean restaurant onboard Seven Seas Prestige when it debuts in December 2026. Azure will be one of seven specialty restaurants and 11 total dining choices.

“Cuisine has always been at the heart of the Regent experience, and with Seven Seas Prestige, we are taking our commitment to Epicurean Perfection to an entirely new level,” said

Early-access bookings are now open for National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions’ newly announced river cruises.

Past guests of National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions can now make reservations for two new eight-day itineraries scheduled to set sail on the Rhine starting in April 2026. Bookings for members of the public open May 20.

The voyages will be offered aboard the new

Holland America Line is unveiling a new lineup of “Culinary Ambassador” cruises that combine the line’s destination-focused itineraries and a robust lineup of culinary programming. The sailings, which are available on segments of Grand Voyages, as well as select other departures in 2025 and 2026 will each be hosted by one of Holland America’s culinary ambassadors.

The culinary ambassadors

Residential cruise line Villa Vie Residences has announced World Uncharted — the world's longest 301-day world voyage across five continents and over 100 countries launching in November 2027.

The journey will travel through from the dense jungles of the Amazon to the remote expanse of Antarctica, featuring a legendary crossing through the Panama Canal, rare landings in the Falkland Islands

G Adventures will launch a new expedition ship for the upcoming Antarctica season this winter, operating five Antarctica expedition itineraries. 

The new ship, currently named Ocean Adventurer, will replace the brand’s ship Expedition. It has enough space to accommodate 128 travelers and will provide an enhanced onboard experience. It will also adopt the Expedition name once the transition

When Star of the Seas launches in late August of this year it will feature five signature shows across stage, water, air, and ice, including “Back to the Future: The Musical,” along with the Lincoln Park Supper Club and three new dining concepts in the AquaDome Market.

“At Royal Caribbean, we know that dining and entertainment are at the heart of our guests’ vacation experiences and memories,”

Embark on an extraordinary adventure with the 129-day World Cruise Grand Circle Pacific Voyage, the most destination-packed cruise offered by Princess Cruises. Setting sail aboard Coral Princess in January 2027, this epic journey visits 61 destinations across 20 countries and three continents. Perfect for the adventurous traveler, it promises an unparalleled exploration experience like no other.

On

Bookings are now open for Seabourn’s 2027 world cruise.

Departing on January 5 from Miami, the 145-day voyage will visit 67 destinations in 19 countries. The ship, Seabourn Quest, will travel nearly 34,000 nautical miles before arriving back in Miami on May 30.

The itinerary, called the 2027 World Cruise: Australia & South Pacific Panorama, will explore regions in the South Pacific,

In a maritime move as stylish as a champagne toast on the Aegean, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has launched a striking new global brand campaign titled Unlike the Rest—a bold and lyrical ode to travel’s transformative power, dressed in cinematic visuals and the kind of sea-salted poetry that would make Odysseus blush.

This isn’t your average “cruise” campaign: no midnight buffets

Disney Cruise Line is unveiling new details about upcoming themed sailings.

The cruise line will host “Marvel Day at Sea” on Disney Magic voyages sailing from Galveston starting in January 2026.

In addition, “Pixar Day at Sea” will return to Disney Fantasy cruises departing from Port Canaveral in January 2026.

Marvel Day at Sea will be offered on select 4- and 5-night Disney

Viking marked a construction milestone last week as its newest Nile River vessel, the Viking Amun, was floated out at the Massara shipyard in Cairo.

This marks the first time the ship has touched water, signifying the final stage of construction. Scheduled to debut in September 2025, the Viking Amun will join Viking’s growing fleet of ships for the Nile River, sailing the popular 12-day

APT & Travelmarvel has celebrated the christening of MS Estrela, the company’s purpose-built river ship, custom-designed for Portugal’s iconic Douro River.

The ceremony took place near Porto, marking a significant moment for the group as it continues to grow and elevate its European fleet.

A highlight of the day was the formal announcement of MS Estrela’s Godmother: editor-in-chief

StarCruises has unveiled a new series of short-haul cruise itineraries aboard the Star Voyager, aimed at meeting growing demand for shorter, accessible, and flexible holiday options. Sailing from both Singapore and Ho Chi Minh City, the newly launched 3-night and 4-night voyages are scheduled to commence from May through June 2025, aligning with school holidays in both markets.

Designed

With the departure of Victory I from Portland, Maine today, Victory Cruise Lines is officially back in business.

“Today is an exciting milestone for Victory Cruise Lines as we set sail for Toronto onboard Victory Ijoined by family, friends, and longtime guests,” said John Waggoner, founder and chairman of Victory Cruise Lines. “In less than a year, Claudette and I purchased these purpose-built

Princess Cruises, the leading cruise line for Alaska travel, is set to launch its 2025 season in just a few weeks, offering more guests the opportunity to explore the region than any other line. The season features seven amenity-packed ships, five scenic wilderness lodges, and an expanded lineup of celebrated cruisetours that visit five breathtaking national parks, including more sailings to Glacier

In honor of the United States’ 250th birthday in 2026, American Cruise Lines (ACL) will offer three 50-plus-day itineraries that highlight large sections of the country.

The 52-day Great United States, 51-day Spring Across America, and 55-day Great American Fall Foliage, each visit multiple states and combine river and coastal cruising on both coasts and internally. For instance, the

Explora Journeys has launched its first-ever loyalty program, Explora Club. The five-level club features a collection of benefits that range from priority access and personalized gifts to savings, and more.

“The launch of Explora Club marks a significant milestone in the evolution of our dynamic and rapidly growing brand,” said Anna Nash, global president of Explora Journeys, at a press

In yet another exciting addition to their South American portfolio, conservation-led luxury adventure company andBeyond has launched their latest project, a state-of-the-art river expedition yacht to be based in the Peruvian Amazon. Boasting the ultimate in modern design and technology, the andBeyond Amazon Explorer is currently under construction at the SIMA Shipyard in Iquitos, Peru, and is due