(IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean has begun construction of its seventh Oasis Class ship with a keel-laying ceremony at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France. The ceremony officially marks the start of assembly for the yet-to-be-named ship, which is expected to debut in 2028 after around two years of construction. As part of the… Read the full news article
(NEWS) GENEVA, Switzerland, 2026-Jun-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Cruise operators are increasingly incorporating environmental education into onboard activities as they look to engage younger travellers and families on sustainability issues. MSC Cruises and the MSC Foundation are now expanding those efforts with a new fleetwide programme focused on ocean conservation and marine literacy. Launched on… Read the full news article
(NEWS) HANNOVER, Germany, 2026-Jun-5 — /Travel PR News/ — River cruise operators are increasingly experimenting with themed sailings as they look to attract new audiences beyond traditional cruise travellers. Music-focused itineraries, in particular, have become a growing niche, combining live entertainment with short-break travel experiences built around nostalgia and shared interests. TUI River Cruises is… Read the full news article
(NEWS) GENEVA, Switzerland, 2026-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Cruise companies are entering the 2026 summer season facing a more cautious and cost-conscious traveller. After several years marked by disrupted travel plans, rising airfares, inflation, and uncertainty around added holiday costs, many travellers are placing greater emphasis on flexibility, transparent pricing, and convenience when booking vacations…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) MSC Cruises has launched its first Alaska cruise season with MSC Poesia departing Seattle on the company’s inaugural voyage to the region. The upgraded cruise ship will operate weekly seven-night itineraries through September, visiting destinations including Ketchikan, Juneau, Icy Strait Point and Victoria while offering scenic cruising through Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Silversea has completed the revitalization of Silver Spirit, introducing upgraded public spaces, a new Mediterranean-inspired poolside concept called Riviera, and the debut of the brand’s S.A.L.T. culinary immersion programme onboard the ship. The refurbished vessel now features enhanced dining, wellness, and entertainment experiences designed around destination-focused luxury travel. Silver Spirit has returned to… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) MSC Cruises has introduced MSC Concierge, a new AI-powered digital assistant integrated into the MSC for Me mobile app to provide cruise passengers with real-time onboard assistance and personalised recommendations. Available in more than 90 languages, the free service allows guests to book restaurants, spa treatments and shore excursions, check account information and… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Silversea has announced its World Cruise 2029, A Pacific Awakening, a 125-day journey aboard the Silver Whisper that will visit over 60 destinations in 19 countries across the Pacific. Departing from San Diego, the itinerary is divided into eight themed segments and includes 17 overnight stays, exclusive cultural events, and an overland experience…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Viking has floated out two new Nile River ships, the Viking Ptah and Viking Sekhmet, marking a key milestone ahead of their launch in late 2026. The vessels will join the company’s growing Egypt fleet and operate the popular Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary, which combines a Nile cruise with guided cultural experiences across… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) MSC Cruises has revised its Winter 2026/2027 deployment, redeploying MSC World Europa from the Middle East to the Caribbean, where it will operate 7- and 14-night itineraries from ports including Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Barbados. The move strengthens the company’s presence in the French Antilles and offers guests access to a range of Caribbean… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) MSC Cruises will broadcast every match of the 2026 Football Championship live across its full fleet from 11 June to 19 July 2026. The expanded tournament, hosted jointly by Canada, Mexico and the United States, will feature 48 teams and marks the first tri-nation edition of the competition. Guests will be able to… Read the full news article
(NEWS) GENEVA, Switzerland, 2025-Dec-10 — /Travel PR News/ — A new wave of sea-bound glamour is on the horizon as MSC Cruises officially opens bookings for the upcoming MSC World Atlantic — the fourth vessel in the cruise line’s forward-thinking World Class series and its newest Caribbean flagship, scheduled to homeport in Port Canaveral, Orlando starting… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Regent Seven Seas Cruises will bid farewell to its iconic Seven Seas Navigator in a three-voyage Farewell Season from August to October 2026, culminating in the ship’s final sailing on October 2. The commemorative season will also mark the retirement of legendary cruise director Ray Solaire after 50 years at sea, 18 of… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) MSC Cruises and Vision‑Box, an Amadeus company specializing in biometric and digital identity solutions, have launched a revolutionary end‑to‑end biometric cruise experience at the new MSC Miami Cruise Terminal located at PortMiami. The terminal, now recognized as the world’s most advanced cruise facility, is built to serve three next‑generation cruise ships simultaneously, with… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) MSC Fantasia’s arrival at the new Barcelona cruise terminal marks a milestone in MSC Group’s ongoing investment in port infrastructure. The terminal, designed by Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura, enhances the travel experience for MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys guests. A special toast was held to commemorate the occasion, and a formal inauguration… Read the full news article