Having stepped onto the sands of Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve several dozen times, I’ve seen this island through every stage of its life. I was there when it first opened in 2019, and I’ve watched it mature from a former industrial site into a thriving marine sanctuary. Over the…
If you're near Port Canaveral this week, you may have to do a double-take. Towering over the terminal is a brand-new Disney ship that looks different from anything else in the fleet. It’s massive, it’s mysterious, and you can’t book a ticket for it. Meet the Disney Adventure. [caption id="attachment_74394"…
Norwegian Cruise Line has started rolling out the first round of upgrades at Great Stirrup Cay, and while what’s open now is nice, it’s pretty clear this is just step one of a much bigger plan. The biggest change you’ll notice right away is the new Great Life Lagoon. This…
Oceania Cruises has announced that it will transition to an adults-only cruise line, welcoming guests aged 18 and older for all new reservations made on or after January 7, 2026. Any existing reservations made before that date that include guests under 18 will be honored, allowing those sailings to proceed…
If you thought Icon of the Seas was the pinnacle of cruise ship innovation, 2026 has entered the chat. After a few years of “go bigger or go home,” cruise lines are shifting gears slightly. Instead of rolling out entirely new concepts every year, 2026 is all about doubling down…
If you’ve cruised to Cozumel even a handful of times, there’s a very good chance Mr. Sancho’s Beach Club is already on your radar. And if it’s not, well… it probably should be. Starting January 1, 2026, Mr. Sancho’s will be adjusting its day pass pricing for the first time…
Explora Journeys just rolled out something new that fans of the brand will probably appreciate. The luxury cruise line has officially launched a referral program called The Gift of Sharing, and it is exactly what it sounds like. If you already enjoy sailing with Explora, you can now invite friends…
Carnival Cruise Line is quietly testing something new on Carnival Celebration, and it did not take long for word to get out. Earlier this morning, Cruise Director Louie Clare shared photos on his Facebook page showing brand-new upcharge menus that have popped up on Deck 16 aft in the Lido…
Just when you thought MSC Cruises couldn’t possibly have any more irons in the fire, they’ve gone and surprised us all again. Even as the line is busy launching and building its massive World Class vessels - currently the largest in their fleet - they have just announced a major…
The upcoming 2026-2027 Caribbean season from Royal Caribbean is shaping up to be one of the biggest ever. The cruise line just dropped its lineup for the 2027-2028 season, and once again the Caribbean is the star of the show. Thirteen ships will spend the year hopping between the Western,…
