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www.cruisemapper.comHere are the latest cruise news highlights I found recently:
- Princess Cruises debuts Star Princess in Seattle, kicking off a major Alaska season with 20 Inside Passage sailings from Pier 91 between May 3 and Sept 13, 2026. This marks the centerpiece of their Sphere Class and a milestone for their Alaska program.[1]
- Royal Caribbean signals continued double-digit revenue growth projections for the year, amid ongoing fleet investments and guest demand expectations.[1]
- Viva Cruises christened Viva Beyond in Paris, joining Viva Cruises’ fleet as part of a broader expansion in 2026; Norwegian Cruise Line also announced major fleet developments including the largest ship to date and new itineraries for 2027.[3]
Additional context from broader cruise coverage:
- Cruise Line updates include schedule changes and new itineraries across major lines, with ongoing port additions and private island expansions influencing itineraries and embarkation logistics.[2][3]
- Caribbean, Bermuda, and Canada/New England operations continue to be active, with ports and homeports adjusting to new ships and season plans.[2]
If you’d like, I can pull a quick, more focused briefing on:
- A specific region (Caribbean, Alaska, Mediterranean)
- A particular line or ship
- New ships launching in 2026-2027 and their itineraries
Would you prefer a regional summary or a briefing on a specific line?
Sources:
- Princess Star Princess debut and Alaska sailing program[1]
- Royal Caribbean revenue/vision updates and growth expectations[1]
- Viva Beyond christening and Norwegian Cruise Line fleet updates[3]