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Distinguished travel advisors name seven Viking river vessels The godparents did the honors for ships that were spread across Amsterdam, Luxor (Egypt), Les Andelys (France) and Rostock (Germany). Read full story

Carnival is pulling two ships out of Australia Regulatory uncertainties and rising costs have made the country less competitive globally. Read full story Royal Caribbean joining the ranks of year-round Europe operators More and more cruise brands big and small are staying full-calendar on the continent. Read full story Egypt back in the charts for Seabourn plus more N. Europe in 2029 The Mediterranean, Alaska and Canada/New England are also on tap for the summer and fall. Read full story

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Disney Imagination will be first Disney ship to sail from Japan The newly named Wish-class vessel is set to debut in Tokyo in spring 2029. Read full story Gaming out Viking's capacity growth The company's combined river, ocean and expedition fleet passed 100 last year and, with current orders, could number 142 in 2032. Read full story Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings to announce Q3 earnings Oct. 29 A call with analysts will be webcast before the market opens. Read full story Upcoming Seatrade Cruise Events Seatrade Cruise Asia 16 - 19 November 2026. Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia. Seatrade Cruise Asia brings local and international executives and businesses together for networking, learning and discussion on opportunities for future growth potential. Find out more › Seatrade Cruise Global 5 – 8 April 2027. Miami Beach Convention Center. Miami Beach. FL. USA The international cruise industry event of the year is back! Hear the latest updates from across the industry and take part in discussions that will shape the future of cruising. Find out more › F&B@Sea 7 – 8 April 2027. Mana Wynwood Convention Center. Miami. FL. USA. The one-of-a-kind immersive F&B experience for the cruise industry. Meet visionary leaders, renowned chefs, and top mixologists who will unveil the latest trends and sustainable innovations transforming the industry. Find out more ›

Expedition, luxury and vintage ships sum up Dartmouth’s season Billed as ‘England’s fjord’ Dartmouth in the UK’s southwest welcomed six cruise ships this year. Read full story Fincantieri expands BOOST² robotics and AI programme Fincantieri unveiled the latest progress of its three-year BOOST² innovation programme, showing how robotics, physical AI and automation are moving from testing into everyday use across its shipyards. Read full story MSC World Asia to bring Eataly dining to the Mediterranean MSC Cruises will introduce the Eataly dining concept aboard its newest flagship, MSC World Asia, marking the restaurant's second appearance at sea. Read full story Sprayground fashion opens retail pop-up on P&O Cruises’ Arvia The brand will bring bold installations and digital displays to sailings spanning the Norwegian Fjords, the Mediterranean, the UK and the Caribbean. Read full story

TUI River Cruises unveils 2028 season with two new ships TUI River Cruises announced its biggest-ever season launch for summer 2028, introducing two new build ships and a first sailing on the Seine. Read full story AmaWaterways unveils Peru extension to Colombia river cruise Travelers can choose between a 'Boutique' experience featuring The Luxury Collection hotels and an 'Iconic' Belmond experience, including the Hiram Bingham train. Read full story

Riverside opens 2028 bookings, debuts Mahler river ship Riverside Luxury Cruises has opened reservations for its 2028 river cruise season, headlined by the debut of new ship Riverside Mahler and an expanded programme of itineraries across Europe's rivers. Read full story Princess Cruises’ 2028/29 Americas features Amazon return One standout is a 64-day South America circumnavigation. Read full story

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