Windstar’s Star Seeker Begins Inaugural Alaska Season
Windstar Cruises has opened 2028 Alaska bookings as Star Seeker begins its inaugural season, with six itineraries ranging from one week to 33 days.
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Antarctica21 Reports Near Full Capacity for 2025–26 Expedition Season
Antarctica21 reported near full capacity for its 2025–26 season, with travellers from 53 countries taking part in its Antarctic fly-and-cruise programmes to the Antarctic Peninsula.
Holland America Line reveals 2028 Grand Voyages spanning six continents
Holland America Line has revealed its 2028 Grand Voyages, including a 129 day global sailing and a 90 day Pacific itinerary with rare ports, UNESCO sites and extended stays.
Avalon Waterways unveils seasonal excursions for 2027
Avalon Waterways has announced 2027 seasonal excursions across spring, summer, autumn and winter, including harvest, lavender, apple-picking and culinary experiences tied to specific times of year.
Five Cruise Ships Successfully Exit Arabian Gulf
Five major cruise ships have safely exited the Arabian Gulf, marking strong progress for regional operations and upcoming summer deployments.
Crystal Previews 2028 Voyages Across Fleet
Crystal has revealed summer and autumn 2028 itineraries for Crystal Grace, Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, with bookings opening on 28 April 2026.
MSC Group Reveals Plans for Sandy Cay, a New Private Island Retreat
MSC Group has introduced Sandy Cay, a new private island retreat beside Ocean Cay in The Bahamas. Opening in 2028, it will offer MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys guests an intimate and serene island experience.
HX reports record Antarctica season as guest satisfaction rises
HX Expeditions has reported its strongest Antarctica season on record, citing higher guest satisfaction, increased suite bookings, expanded kayaking and camping capacity, and a series of science and education milestones.
MSC Cruises Starts Final Countdown to Inaugural Alaska Deployment
MSC Cruises is counting down to its inaugural Alaska season as MSC Poesia completes her enhancement programme and prepares to arrive in Seattle. The deployment marks a major expansion of the line’s North American presence.
Carnival Corporation and Conservation International Launch Caribbean Mangrove Restoration Partnership
Carnival Corporation has launched a multi-year partnership with Conservation International to restore Caribbean mangrove ecosystems, supporting coastal protection, biodiversity and local livelihoods through conservation, community engagement and sustainable business initiatives.