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Norwegian Cruise Line’s New Brand Platform Decoded for 2026
As Norwegian Cruise Line heads into 2026, freedom and flexibility are becoming its strongest differentiators. Through its refreshed brand platform, It’s Different Out Here, the cruise line is refocusing on guest-led travel, emotional value and effortless exploration, particularly for Asia-based travellers
Philippines pushes Higatangan Island as a luxury destination
Higatangan Island in the central Philippines stands to become one of the world’s newest luxury destinations.
Crystal reveals the Owner’s Suite aboard Crystal Grace
Experiential cruise line Crystal just announced the introduction of the Owner’s Suite aboard Crystal Grace, marking a first for this type of category for a Crystal ocean vessel.
Oceania Cruises celebrates US 250th with special voyages
Oceania Cruises celebrates US 250th with special voyages
Crystal sails into 2026 on the wave of strong commercial momentum
Crystal enters 2026 on the crest of strong commercial momentum, high guest satisfaction, and renewed confidence from both guests and the global travel advisor community, marking the next chapter in the brand’s carefully considered revival.
Crystal’s Birger J Vorland to retire after nearly five decades at sea
Crystal announced the impending retirement of Captain Birger J. Vorland, one of the most respected and admired masters in the cruise industry.
Queen Mary 2 makes historic transit through the Panama Canal
Cunard’s iconic Queen Mary 2 completed her historic first transit through the Panama Canal on Monday, 26th January, marking a major milestone in her 2026 World Voyage.
Asian luxury travel evolves as cruise demand and experiential stays skyrocket
Long before Kevin Kwan even came up with the idea that evolved into his hit book series and film Crazy Rich Asians, luxury travel has been par for the course among Asia’s elite, with Hong Kong tai-tais and Japanese moguls making their way to posh destinations throughout the world.
Cunard vessels Queen Anne and Queen Mary 2 set off for World Voyages
Luxury cruise brand Cunard bade its newest vessel Queen Anne as well the Queen Mary 2, the world’s only ocean liner, bon voyage as both ships set sail from Southampton to begin their respective World Voyages.
Oceania Cruises shifts to adults-only voyages
Oceania Cruises, renowned for its culinary and destination-focused luxury voyages, has announced a significant policy change.
Royal Caribbean offers savings for Chinese New Year
Royal Caribbean is celebrating the upcoming Chinese New Year with its Royal Ang Bao Sale, offering guests up to SGD168 in savings on select 3- and 4-night sailings aboard the Ovation of the Seas.
Dream Cruises launches pickleball at sea with Performance Pickleball
Dream Cruises has partnered with Performance Pickleball to introduce an exclusive pickleball clinic at sea aboard the Genting Dream from 3 to 6 February 2026.
Cunard offers up to $600 onboard credit for Wave Season
Cunard offers up to $600 onboard credit for Wave Season
Regent Seven Seas Cruises offers free suite upgrades
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced the return of its popular "Upgrade Your Horizon" offer, providing a free two-category suite upgrade on select voyages in 2026.
StarCruises partners with Under Armour for fitness cruise
StarCruises has teamed up with Under Armour to introduce 'Fitness @ Sea', a high-energy fitness cruise aboard the Star Voyager.
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