More than a third of the world's cruise fleet counts as a small ship under 1,000 passengers—and nearly six in ten ships can now go silent in port. Here's what that means for travelers who care as much about the planet as the itinerary.
Crystal has a new captain for its flagship Serenity—and he's already steering the line's boldest chapter yet. Meet the four-decade mariner set to command both a cruising icon and the brand's first new ship in 25 years.
She hasn't yet welcomed her first guests, but Explora III has already passed one of the most critical tests in a new ship's life. The third vessel in Explora Journeys' ultra-elegant fleet has completed sea trials.
Steel has been cut. Construction has officially begun. Crystal's newest ocean ship is taking shape at one of the world's most celebrated shipyards—and everything we know so far suggests Crystal Grace may be the most compelling luxury vessel of 2028.
Silversea has completely reimagined its Venetian Society loyalty program — and the results are extraordinary. New tiers, faster earning, complimentary cruises, and cross-brand status matching make this arguably the most rewarding loyalty program in luxury cruising. Here's everything that's changing.
A former fighter pilot, a man who rowed across the North Atlantic, the son of Everest's conqueror, and a ballet star who defected from Cold War China — meet the extraordinary minds joining Seabourn's 145-day world cruise, and prepare to rethink what a sea voyage can actually be.
Aranui's new ship Aranoa opens up French Polynesia's most elusive islands in 2027, from the untouched lagoons of Maupiti to the remote southern outpost of Rapa Iti – a maiden season that redefines what a South Pacific voyage can be.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises confirms a fourth Prestige-Class ship, joining a luxury cruise new-build wave that includes Explora III, Oceania Sonata, Crystal Grace, and Atlas Adventurer.
Oceania Sonata debuts August 2027 with reimagined suites occupying a third of accommodations aboard this 1,390-guest ship – introducing spacious sanctuaries designed for how modern luxury travelers actually live at sea.
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