Cruise News

A new generation of affluent travellers is reshaping demand – and pushing cruise lines to evolve faster than ever.

Entering the golden era of luxury cruisingFrom expedition access to residential-style suites, cruise lines are rewriting the rules of high-end travel at sea.

View of Margerie Glacier from Crown Princess.

Princess Cruises launches biggest-ever Alaska seasonEight ships, four new experiences and one huge glacier season.

Adora Flora City is about 94% completed.

China moves one ship closer in cruise ambitions pushAdora Flora City floats out as the country’s second domestically built large cruise ship.

The 207-metre vessel offers 95 residential-style suites and a host of other standout features from other luxury cruise lines.

Four Seasons sets sail on first luxury yachtUltra-luxury yacht brings 95 suites and 11 dining outlets to the high seas.

The Penghu Port welcomed Europe and US passengers onboard Amadea on 24 March.

Penghu port steps up global cruise dreamsMaiden call by Amadea signals rising interest in the Taiwanese port, with more cruise visits lined up through 2026.

The 239m small ship offers 499 staterooms that can host up to 998 guests.

Viking’s first hydrogen-powered ship hits the waterViking Libra moves closer to a 2026 debut, marking a major step towards Viking’s zero-emission cruising.

Royal Caribbean debuts the Royal Beach Club Lelepa, its first exclusive cruise destination in the South Pacific.

Royal Caribbean to debut private beach club in South PacificRoyal Beach Club Lelepa in Vanuatu will anchor Australia sailings from 2027.

Quantum of the Seas' 2027/28 season will offer three- to 10-night vacations to Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong and Japan.

Quantum of the Seas returns to Singapore for 2027–28Royal Caribbean brings back a familiar favourite with Asian itineraries between three and 10 nights.

Disney Believe will be the fourth Wish class ship, coming after sister ships Disney Wish, Disney Treasure and Disney Destiny.

Disney Cruise Line names Disney Believe as next new shipThe ship will be fourth Wish-class vessel to join the expanding fleet in 2027.

Scenic Spirit and Spirit II, with the latter launching 2028 on the Mekong River.

Scenic Group expands APAC push with new hires and shipsLuxury cruise company grows regional team and river fleet as demand rises.