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The next big, bold family vacation in Texas kicked off with the opening of Royal Caribbean International’s new $125 million cruise terminal in Galveston and the arrival of the state’s largest cruise ship yet, Allure of the Seas. The 161,334-square-foot facility will be the world’s first zero-energy cruise terminal, and it’s the starting point for the action-packed Oasis Class ship’s 7-night Western Caribbean cruises to Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico, and Roatan, Honduras.

Galveston: Texas-Size Growth for the Cruise Industry

06/02/2025 Scott Sanfilippo

In case you haven't noticed, the Port of Galveston is absolutely booming. This Gulf Coast port is quickly becoming a major hub for cruise lines, with more ships docking year-round to meet the skyrocketing demand for Texas-based sailings. Galveston has long been a departure point for western Caribbean getaways, but…

For the first time since 1998, Cunard Line will have four ships in service at the same time when the new cruise ship is delivered in 2022.

Cunard Now Charging for Room Service Across the Fleet

06/02/2025 Scott Sanfilippo

Cunard Line, known for its luxury ocean voyages and transatlantic crossings on the Queen Mary 2, has stirred the waters with a new policy: as of June 2025, room service now comes with a fee for guests in Britannia-grade staterooms after 10:00 a.m. This change, which puts Cunard in line…

Carnival Jubilee will sail from Galveston, Texas on Dec. 23, 2023.

Carnival Jubilee to Offer Bahamas Cruises from Galveston in 2026

06/01/2025 Scott Sanfilippo

Hey there, Texas!  Get ready to set sail for The Bahamas.  Yes, you can finally visit the Bahamas thanks to Carnival Jubilee’s brand-new 8-day Bahamas itinerary, launching in September 2026 from Galveston, Texas. These new cruises take you to two of Carnival's exclusive private islands along with a visit to…

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