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Royal Caribbean to Homeport Icon of the Seas in Galveston in 2027
Moving its flagship class to Texas shows how fast Gulf Coast demand is rising, as cruise lines concentrate mega-ships in flexible ports and make tighter markets seasonal.
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Harborside Drive Road Work May Delay Holiday Cruises at Galveston
Galveston’s surge as a drive-to cruise hub is straining the island’s access roads. The construction underscores how ports are racing to match infrastructure with demand.
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Princess Cruises to Begin Celebration Key Calls Nov. 1, 2026
Princess joining Celebration Key shows Carnival Corporation’s push to turn private Bahamian destinations into a competitive edge as Caribbean itineraries hinge on exclusive shores.
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NYCEDC Unveils Plan to Rebuild, Electrify Manhattan Cruise Terminal
New York is trying to prove a busy urban cruise port can plug into clean power without losing the waterfront, a bet that could shape how other cities modernize aging piers.
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Crystal Unveils Grace, First New Ocean Ship in 25 Years
Crystal’s first new build in a generation signals the luxury cruise sector’s renewed appetite for fresh tonnage, as brands race to woo affluent travelers with bespoke experiences.
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Royal Caribbean Brings The Price Is Right to Utopia of the Seas
Royal Caribbean is leaning harder into branded, pay-to-play entertainment, reflecting how cruise lines are turning big-theater shows into interactive revenue drivers at sea.
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Bodrum Cruise Port Sets Passenger Record With 138,149 Visitors
Bodrum’s record season shows how Türkiye’s cruise comeback is spreading beyond the biggest ports, with smaller destinations using sustainability and youth programs to stand out.
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Princess Cruises Unveils Star Princess Float for 2026 Rose Parade
As Alaska becomes a battleground for big-ship cruise brands, Princess is tapping the Rose Parade’s national spotlight to keep its newest ship top of mind.
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MSC Cruises Orders Two More World Class Ships for €3.5bn
MSC is locking in scarce European shipyard capacity well into the next decade, signaling confidence that demand for giant, lower-emission cruise ships will keep rising.
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Star of the Seas Debuts MotoGlobe Motorcycle Stunt Show
Cruise lines are turning ship theaters into engineered thrill venues as competition for onboard wow moments intensifies, blurring the line between cruising and theme parks.
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Norwegian Pearl Enters Drydock to Add Adults-Only Vibe Beach Club
Norwegian’s Jewel-class refits show how cruise lines are carving out premium, adults-only spaces to boost onboard spending and soften crowding as Caribbean competition heats up.
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Celebrity Cruises Details Winter 2027-28 Sailings to 175 Destinations
Celebrity is leaning into the industry push for longer, more immersive port time while spreading capacity beyond the Caribbean, as cruise lines compete for early planners.