Royal Caribbean's Star of the Seas is gearing up for its debut in August 2025 from Port Canaveral (Orlando) and the ship is starting to take shape at the shipyard, especially now that the jaw-dropping AquaDome, a massive glass and steel structure, has been installed on the front of the…
Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship, is currently facing a technical issue that is limiting its speed, likely due to a problem with its azipods—the same propulsion system that caused headaches for Carnival Vista earlier this month. For those unfamiliar, azipods are the ship's electric…
Virgin Voyages is giving its first Lady Ship, Scarlet Lady, a massive glow-up! This December, Scarlet Lady will set sail from Miami with fresh upgrades and some exciting new features. If you’ve been on her before, or if this is your first Virgin voyage, you’re in for a treat. Let’s…
Ahoy, Disney fans and cruise enthusiasts! The Disney Treasure is making waves, quite literally, as it takes to the water for the very first time. September 18, 2024, marks the day when Disney’s newest vessel left the Meyer Werft shipyard, gliding gracefully down the Ems River, cheered on by spectators…
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has just unveiled its newest ship, the Norwegian Luna, and bookings are now open for this highly anticipated addition to the Prima Plus Class fleet. Norwegian Luna, set to debut in March 2026, will offer seven-day Caribbean voyages from Miami. Norwegian Luna will be the 21st…
Holland America Line's Pinnacle Grill is getting a fresh new look, and by that, we mean a complete menu revamp that takes its much-loved steakhouse experience to a whole new level. If you're a fan of the cruise line's famous Prime steaks, don't worry; they aren't going anywhere. In fact,…
Grab your flip-flops and a margarita, because Margaritaville at Sea is shaking a few itineraries in early 2025! The cruise line, known for its laid-back vibe and Jimmy Buffett flair, is adding a brand-new port of call to its roster. Starting in January, the Margaritaville at Sea Paradise will sail…
Tampa is about to get a little more glamorous! Oceania Cruises, one of the world's most luxurious cruise lines, has announced a series of new winter sailings for early 2026, and they’re departing right from Port Tampa Bay. This isn’t just any cruise, though—Oceania’s 670-guest Insignia is set to make…
If you've been keeping up with the latest in cruise news, you might remember my recent article diving into the ongoing issues plaguing Carnival Vista and her sister ships, Horizon and Panorama. These Vista-class vessels have become notorious for their troublesome propulsion systems, leading to multiple itinerary changes, unexpected repairs,…
Hold onto your Coco Loco because Royal Caribbean is making waves again—literally and figuratively. The cruise line that brought you the world's largest cruise ship, Icon of the Seas, has just signed on to build even more of these floating marvels. That's right! Royal Caribbean Group has inked a deal…
