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Royal Caribbean’s new Discovery Class is on the way.
The first ship is scheduled to debut in 2029, with a second arriving in 2032 and the option to build 4 more.
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Royal Caribbean's Discovery Class To Debut in 2029 - Cruise Spotlight
Royal Caribbean has ordered two new Discovery Class cruise ships, with the first set to debut in 2029. Here is what we know so far.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:40 PM
Celebrity River has released its 2028 itineraries, with 5 ships sailing across Europe.

There are 160 sailings with new Rhine and Danube routes, Dutch Tulip season sailings, and Christmas Markets cruises.

Celebrity has also committed to having 20 ships by 2031.
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Celebrity River Releases 2028 Itineraries for 5 Ships - Cruise Spotlight
Celebrity River Cruises has released its 2028 itineraries, featuring 5 ships sailing Europe with new routes and destinations.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:37 PM
MSC Cruises revealed major upgrades coming to Ocean Cay in 2027 🌴

New dining venues, a larger pier for two ships, an adult-only area, and more family attractions are planned.

#msccruises #oceancay

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MSC Reveals Ocean Cay Enhancements Coming in 2027 - Cruise Spotlight
MSC is upgrading Ocean Cay with new dining venues, a larger pier for two ships, an adult-only area, and expanded family attractions.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Using Norwegian’s Free at Sea airfare?

Starting Jan 26, 2026, guests using Norwegian’s airfare will need to fly in the day before their cruise. The policy applies to all NCL air bookings.

Flying in early has always been our top cruise tip.
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Using Norwegian’s Free at Sea Airfare? You’ll Need to Fly In a Day Early - Cruise Spotlight
Using Norwegian’s Free at Sea airfare? Guests must now arrive at the cruise port a day early under a new policy starting January 26, 2026.
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January 26, 2026 at 9:14 PM
Los Angeles just unveiled plans for a brand-new cruise terminal, and it looks straight out of a sci-fi movie

The futuristic Outer Harbor Cruise Terminal will feature 2 berths, shore power, public waterfront access, and space for next-gen cruise ships.

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New Los Angeles Cruise Terminal Looks Out of This World - Cruise Spotlight
A futuristic new cruise terminal is coming to Los Angeles, featuring shore power, public waterfront access, and space for next-gen ships.
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January 23, 2026 at 9:21 PM
Tiki bar, speakeasy-style lounge, Daiquiri Shack, and live music 🍹

Margaritaville at Sea just revealed every bar coming to Beachcomber, debuting in 2027.

Which one are you hitting first?
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Beachcomber New Bars and Lounges Revealed - Cruise Spotlight
See every bar and lounge coming to Margaritaville at Sea’s Beachcomber, from new live music venues to returning fan favorites.
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January 22, 2026 at 8:12 PM
Vapers cruising to Mexico should take note.

Bringing a vape ashore could lead to fines or confiscation under new enforcement rules, even though vaping itself is not illegal.

Several cruise lines are now advising guests to leave vapes onboard.

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Cruising to Mexico? Leave Your Vape On Board - Cruise Spotlight
Cruising to Mexico? New laws allow fines and confiscation for vapes at customs. Here’s why leaving it onboard is the safest choice.
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January 22, 2026 at 5:11 PM
Royal Caribbean has officially started construction on its fifth Icon Class ship with the first steel cut at Meyer Turku. The new ship is expected to debut in 2028.

Now the big question: what should it be called? Nova, Titan, Monarch, or something else?

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Royal Caribbean Starts Construction on Fifth Icon Class Ship - Cruise Spotlight
Royal Caribbean has begun construction on its fifth Icon Class ship at Meyer Turku. The ship will debut in 2028.
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January 20, 2026 at 4:25 PM
Royal Caribbean and Celebrity finally shared the missing details on Points Choice.

Now we know how it works, when you can submit a request, and what rules matter. Starting Jan 30, 2026, guests can choose which loyalty program earns their points.

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Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Launch Points Choice to Reward Loyalty - Cruise Spotlight
Royal Caribbean and Celebrity launch Points Choice, letting guests choose where loyalty points are credited across brands. Here’s how it works.
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January 15, 2026 at 5:59 PM
Norwegian just revealed details on Norwegian Aura, its 5th Prima Class ship sailing in 2027.

Bigger pool deck, better kids spaces, new top deck attractions. It looks like a smart evolution of the Prima design without turning into a floating theme park.

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How the Norwegian Aura is Different - Cruise Spotlight
Norwegian Aura will be the fifth Prima Class ship. It will be 20% larger than the original Prima and debut in 2027.
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January 15, 2026 at 4:06 PM
Norwegian just ditched its iconic blue logo for a black and off-white look and brought back the “It’s different out here” tagline.

New ships? Big changes? Or just marketing being… marketing?

They even dropped a teaser video with powdered-wig sailors dancing? #cruisenorwegian
January 4, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Flying to your next cruise port? When you book your flight matters more than you think.

We analyzed data from Expedia, Google Flights, and CheapAir to find the best time to book flights for your cruise, plus common mistakes that can cost you more.
January 2, 2026 at 5:05 PM
A first for Norwegian at Great Stirrup Cay.

Norwegian Getaway just became the first ship to dock at the island, no tenders required. #cruisenorwegian #greatstirrupcay

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Norwegian’s First Ship Docks at Great Stirrup Cay - Cruise Spotlight
Norwegian Getaway became the first ship to dock at Great Stirrup Cay, eliminating tendering and improving access to this private island.
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December 28, 2025 at 9:56 PM
2026 is a quieter year for new cruise ships, but the lineup is more interesting than it looks.

From Disney Adventure and Legend of the Seas to ultra-luxury Explora III, plus Norwegian Luna and MSC World Asia, these ships could not be more different. #cruisenews

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Five Cruise Ships to Look Forward To in 2026 - Cruise Spotlight
These are the 5 cruise ships to look forward to in 2026, including new ships from Norwegian, Disney, Royal Caribbean, Explora Journeys, and MSC Cruises.
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December 18, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Norwegian is bringing back its Free at Sea Plus package, now with prepaid daily gratuities.

At $49.99 per day, you’re effectively paying $30 for unlimited Wi-Fi, Starbucks, bottled water, premium drinks, and dining discounts once gratuities are factored out.

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Norwegian Brings Back Free at Sea Plus Package With Enhancements - Cruise Spotlight
Norwegian Cruise Line is bringing back Free at Sea Plus which includes daily gratuities, unlimited Wi-Fi, Starbucks, and enhanced drink benefits.
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December 17, 2025 at 4:30 PM
We've updated our chart to show MSC's new announcement of their new class of ships starting in 2030.

The next 10-years are looking jam-packed with new ship options.

Royal Caribbean and Celebrity look very light, although we know they have new classes of ships in the works. #cruisenews
December 15, 2025 at 2:18 PM
MSC Cruises orders 4 new Frontier Class ships from Meyer Werft, a surprising shift in ship size and guest count. #MSCcruises #CruiseNews
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MSC Orders 4 New Ships in a New Class - Cruise Spotlight
MSC Cruises has ordered 4 new Frontier Class ships from Meyer Werft, marking a surprising shift toward smaller, less dense cruise ships.
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December 15, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Carnival is testing bundled value packages for drinks, Wi-Fi, dining, excursions, plus extras.

Savings can reach 53%, but if you only want drinks and internet, some bundles actually cost more.

Booking deadline is 12/18/2025 for 2026 sailings.

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Carnival Tests New Bundled Value Packages for Drinks, Wi-Fi, and Onboard Extras - Cruise Spotlight
Carnival introduces limited-time bundled value packages for drinks, Wi-Fi, excursions, dining, and spa services on 2026 cruises.
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December 12, 2025 at 7:40 PM
New cruise ships are always pricey… but how pricey are the ones that launched in 2025?

I compared the fares on every new ship sailing out of North America and found some interesting answers.

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I Compared Prices on Every New 2025 Cruise Ship. Here Is the Ranking. - Cruise Spotlight
I compared what it costs to sail on every new 2025 cruise ship. The most expensive and the cheapest options may surprise you.
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December 11, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Virgin Voyages just launched a huge status match program covering airlines, hotels, and cruise lines.
Instant perks. No hoops. #virginvoyages

A certain other line could take notes.

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Virgin Voyages Launches Massive Status Match Program Covering 35+ Travel Brands - Cruise Spotlight
Virgin Voyages is matching elite airline, hotel, and cruise status with instant Blue Extras perks on your first sailing.
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December 10, 2025 at 9:05 PM
MSC opened bookings for its next World Class ship, MSC World Atlantic, sailing from Port Canaveral in 2027. Returning favorites, new venues, two 7 day itineraries, and higher than expected pricing. Full details here:
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MSC World Atlantic Sailings Out of Port Canaveral Now Open - Cruise Spotlight
Bookings are now open for MSC’s World Atlantic, debuting in 2027 with Caribbean itineraries, new venues, and returning fan favorites.
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December 10, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Big Royal Caribbean moves for 2027 to 28. Allure keeps long itineraries, Grandeur adds Cartagena and Colon homeports, and Legend returns to Florida.
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Royal Caribbean Releases More 2027-28 Caribbean Sailings - Cruise Spotlight
Royal Caribbean released the 2027-28 schedules for nearly all the Florida homeports, New Orleans, and San Juan.
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December 10, 2025 at 1:34 AM
MSC revealed new details about MSC World Asia, launching in 2026. The ship will feature Asian inspired design, a 40 foot dragon over the promenade, an extended Spiral @ Tree of Life slide, new dining, and updated top deck attractions.
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MSC Releases More Information About the Upcoming World Asia - Cruise Spotlight
MSC shared new details about MSC World Asia, including Asian themed decor, new dining, and redesigned top deck attractions for its 2026 debut.
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December 8, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Philadelphia is getting a new cruise terminal in April 2026, but it will be limited to Norwegian for seven years.

Norwegian plans 41 sailings a year with Norwegian Jewel and Norwegian Pearl.

Would you sail from Philly instead of New York or Baltimore?

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Philadelphia Is Getting a New Cruise Terminal, but Only for Norwegian - Cruise Spotlight
Philadelphia is opening a new cruise terminal in 2026 with Norwegian as the exclusive homeport partner. Here is what to expect.
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December 7, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Carnival is moving forward with a new $26 million cruise port called Ensenada Bay Village. It will feature a themed village, beach club, cultural experiences, and room for two ships and 9,000 guests per day. Opening is planned for 2027.

Full details:
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Carnival To Develop New "Ensenada Bay Village" Cruise Port in Mexico - Cruise Spotlight
Carnival and partners will develop Ensenada Bay Village, a new $26 million cruise port with themed attractions, cultural experiences, and space for two ships.
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December 6, 2025 at 8:42 PM