Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival’s Record Bookings Support Pricing Push Amid Flat Capacity
Carnival repurchased nearly $1.2 billion in shares this year and redeemed $500 million of 7% notes during the quarter using cash on hand.
Bahamas
Disney Cruise Line
Disney Wish Captain Updates Passengers During Castaway Cay Evacuation
The three-night Halloween on the High Seas voyage sailed round-trip from Port Canaveral, with Nassau scheduled before its September 13 Castaway Cay call.
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Jubilee Makes First Call at Celebration Key
Captain Andrea Catalani and Jubilee’s officers marked the arrival with Bahamian pilots on the bridge, according to Carnival Cruise Line brand ambassador John Heald.
Royal Caribbean
Oasis of the Seas Cancels Port Canaveral Call After Nor’easter
Returning guests with independently booked airfare may claim up to $200 for domestic or $400 for international flight-change fees under Royal Caribbean’s revised policy.
Disney Cruise Line
Disney Fantasy Sets Sail on Five-Night Halloween Cruise
Theater programming included Disney's Aladdin, Frozen and Disney's Believe, while the pirate-themed evening featured the Pirates in the Caribbean menu.
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Celebration Cancels Half Moon Cay Call Over Ocean Swells
Passengers who booked island excursions through Carnival will receive automatic Sail & Sign refunds, while the onboard team added activities and entertainment for the sea day.
News
Port of Palm Beach Seeks Bids for $43 Million Cruise Expansion
Margaritaville at Sea Paradise has operated from Palm Beach since April 2022; the approximately 722-foot ship carries up to 1,680 passengers on Bahamas sailings.
News
MSC Breaks Ground on Sandy Cay Private Island in The Bahamas
Construction and site preparation were already well underway before the ceremony, with plans for five beaches, swimming and snorkeling, dining venues and private retreats.
Carnival Cruise Line
Holland America to Open Paid Beach Club at Half Moon Cay in 2026
The separate club area will have open-air spaces with natural textures and Holland America’s blue, orange and cream color palette.
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Sunrise Swaps Princess Cays for Half Moon Cay in 2026
Prepaid Princess Cays excursions will be canceled and refunded automatically, and guests can book Half Moon Cay options online, in the Hub app or on Deck Three.
Royal Caribbean
Oasis of the Seas Returns to Nassau for Medical Evacuations
Royal Caribbean said Flights by Royal reservations will be adjusted automatically, while eligible independent travelers can seek up to four hundred dollars in change-fee reimbursement.
News
Victory Cruise Lines Adds 2027 Cruises From Jacksonville
Victory I’s March 31 departure will be the first Victory sailing with cuisine developed by James Beard Award-winning chef Michelle Bernstein.