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A rendering of the Norwegian Jewel and Philadelphia's new cruise terminal.

NCL is on the verge of a Philadelphia cruise revivalWhen the Norwegian Jewel arrives in Philadelphia in April, it will be the first cruise ship at the port in 15 years.

Whales can be seen by boat during a marine wildlife tour from Port Klawock.

In Alaska, Klawock Island's success comes quicker than expectedInitially hosting smaller luxury ships, the port has expanded to 57 cruise calls in two years, benefiting local communities and...

The Utopia of the Seas, which sails short cruises from Port Canaveral, at Royal Caribbean private island Perfect Day at Coco Cay.

Travel advisors navigate growth in short-cruise marketThere are more short sailings than ever, some of them on newer ships.

A rendering of the pool deck on the Four Seasons I.

Luxury ships headline what's new in 2026Two new luxury lines -- Four Season Yachts and Orient Express Sailing Yachts -- will enter the market, and two more will roll...

The Norwegian Aqua in Port Canaveral.

NCL 'makes a splash' in increasing travel advisors' payTravel agency executives called Norwegian Cruise Line's move to eliminate the noncommissionable portion of fares (NCFs) "bold"...

The Seabourn Venture in Antarctica. Luxury lines are expected to continue to fare well in 2026.

Preview 2026: The year ahead for cruisingCruise lines will continue reeling in guests with short sailings and promotional deals, all while planning for the next...

Sinu Pillai serves a group of influencers during a Holland America Line tasting event in New York to celebrate the line's partnership with chef Masaharu Morimoto.

Holland America chef Sinu Pillai on his recipe for successHAL fleet chef Pillai focuses on integrating seasonal ingredients and enhancing guest experiences by highlighting culinary...

Travel advisors laud selection of Marc Kazlauskas as NCL president

Travel advisors laud selection of Marc Kazlauskas as NCL presidentKazlauskas spent the last decade at the helm of travel agencies, and those who know him well say his hire indicates a reshaping...

Alaska cruise ships in Skagway in September 2025.

Cruise newcomers in Alaska bring more competitionAmong large-ship lines, Virgin Voyages and MSC Cruises will debut in Alaska in 2026. On the luxury end, Ritz-Carlton Yacht...

Royal Caribbean Group's $5.14 billion in Q3 sales fell short of the $5.17 billion Wall Street anticipated.

With consumers pulling back a bit, lines fall short of Wall Street expectationsEven though Royal Caribbean Group and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings missed expectations, analysts said the cruise sector is...

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