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Memory making starts here — with a full lineup of 2024, 2025 and 2026 future cruises ready to book. This is the biggest, boldest vacation on land or at sea. It’s over 270+ destinations from Alaska to Australia and everywhere in between. And the biggest, boldest, best ships in the world to take you there — each one packed full of features you won’t find anywhere else, dining that takes your tastebuds on a world tour, jaw dropping entertainment, and award-winning service. Check out our 2024, 2025 cruises and 2026 cruises to start planning your adventure.

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These Are the Best Cruises of 2024, According to T+L's Expert

The cruise lines and itineraries to consider in the year ahead, as selected by T+L news director Paul Brady.

Paul Brady is the news director at Travel + Leisure and the brand's expert on cruise travel. He has been covering the travel industry for more than 15 years for outlets including Condé Nast Traveler , Skift , and The Huffington Post .

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Looking for the best cruises in 2024? Travel + Leisure 's cruise expert picked the best sailings of the coming year, including traveling the Mediterranean on Oceania Cruises' newest ship, exploring French Polynesia aboard the legendary Paul Gaugin , and Holland America Line's adventure from Nova Scotia to Greenland and Scandinavia.

Atlas Ocean Voyages

Atlas Ocean Voyages, which launched its first food-focused itinerary in the summer of 2023, will offer more culinary voyages in the year ahead, including a 21-day adventure from Lisbon to Tromsö, Norway, that stops at numerous wine and spirits hot spots, including Porto, Bordeaux, Normandy, and Scotland.

Crystal relaunched in 2023 with the refurbished ships Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity . The first will spend next summer in the Mediterranean, while the second will transit the Panama Canal in June on a voyage from Miami to San Diego before spending the summer in Alaska.

Cunard’s much-anticipated Queen Anne arrives in May. The luxury liner will spend the summer sailing the British Isles and Scandinavia, among other European destinations.

Explora Journeys

Explora Journeys will welcome a second ship in August 2024, Explora II . Both will tour the Mediterranean next summer, visiting in-demand ports in Greece, Italy, and Spain. 

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Holland America Line

Best known for its Alaska journeys, Holland America Line will have a 35-day “Voyage of the Vikings” itinerary next year that goes to Nova Scotia, Greenland, Iceland, and Scandinavia, all round-trip from Boston.

Lindblad Expeditions

Lindblad Expeditions will run a series of domestic trips on the Columbia and Snake rivers aboard the National Geographic Sea Bird and National Geographic Sea Lion , both of which have 31 cabins. The food-focused itineraries are organized in partnership with Food & Wine , which, like T+L, is published by Dotdash Meredith.

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Oceania Vista , the line’s first new ship in 11 years, will spend next summer in the Mediterranean. One highlight will be an epic 24-day journey from Venice to Athens that calls in at iconic cities such as Rome, Monte Carlo, Barcelona, and Istanbul. 

Paul Gauguin

A favorite of T+L readers, the Paul Gauguin will spend Christmas and New Year’s going round-trip from Tahiti to the Society Islands.

In January, Ponant kicks off the first of 12 expeditions in partnership with the Explorers Club, the science-minded nonprofit. The series begins with a 30-day “half-circumnavigation” of Antarctica aboard the luxury icebreaker Le Commandant Charcot , starting in South America and wrapping in New Zealand.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises

The new Regent Seven Seas Grandeur is headed for the Caribbean and then Europe, but will return to the U.S. in the fall for a series of scenic New England cruises that also hit New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Quebec.

Scenic’s latest expedition ship, Scenic Eclipse II , will head for New Zealand in late 2024, where it will do two-week itineraries that navigate the fjords and offer plenty of pulse-quickening adventures like jet-boat and helicopter tours along the way. 

Seabourn Pursuit

The line's Seabourn Pursuit will be sailing the South Pacific come 2024. In April and August, it will offer itineraries that focus on the history of World War II, with visits to islands involved in the conflict, including Chuuk and Guadalcanal.

The latest Silversea ship, Silver Nova , will spend the summer cruising the Inside Passage between Vancouver and Seward, Alaska. In the fall it heads to Asia for trips that include a 16-day Tokyo-to-Singapore swing.

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Viking Venus , one of the line’s newest ocean vessels, will spend the first part of 2024 chasing the northern lights in Scandinavia, with stops in places such as Bergen and Tromsö, Norway.

Virgin Voyages

Virgin Voyages will hit some in-demand Mediterranean destinations next summer, including Cannes, France, and the Balearic islands of Ibiza and Mallorca, on a series of sails on the Scarlet Lady . 

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A longtime partner of the James Beard Foundation, Windstar Cruises has two chef-led itineraries on the books for 2024: one goes around the Iberian Peninsula to France and Ireland, and the other cruises the Dalmatian Coast and western Greece.

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Planning Ahead: Must-Book 2024 Cruise Itineraries

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Ready to chart your course for 2024? You’ve come to the right place, and your timing is right on— just like your impeccable sense of adventure! Whether you’re dreaming of joining our new ship on her maiden voyage or planning a multi-day getaway that’ll use up those hard-earned vacation days, the cruise planning party has officially begun. Book early and start taking your pick of the best dates, most in-demand excursions, comfiest staterooms and dreamiest destinations.

What Carnival’s Ships Are Up To in 2024

Wondering what our incredible fun fleet is up to this year? Join us for a rundown of 2024 Carnival cruises and top highlights from our ships, coming your way this year!

First up we’ve got Carnival Firenze , bringing the fiesta to the Mexican Riviera beginning in spring 2024. Departing from the sunny shores of Long Beach, picture yourself sipping margaritas and soaking up sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, and Pacific sunshine any time of year.

Next on deck is Carnival Legend , using the new year to make big waves in Europe. From the Mediterranean to the Greek Islands, Western Europe, the British Isles, and even Iceland— this ship will turn your summer Eurodreams into a reality. For even more European and global fun, check out our expanded Carnival Journeys for 2024 . This unique series of longer, 9+ day sailings takes passengers to less-traveled destinations like Australia, Hawaii, Greenland and Canada, with special shipboard activities to enrich every moment of your unique vacation experience. 

Feelin’ a bit frosty? Carnival Spirit’s got you covered with Alaskan adventures . Glacier-gazing, whale-watching, breathtaking hikes and maybe a friendly moose or two are just the beginning—Alaska’s the place to be, and this is your ticket.

But wait, there’s more! Much like the vikings, Carnival Pride is taking a detour to Greenland. Get ready to explore the land of icebergs, Norsemen and the Northern Lights in more epic ways than ever before. 

Last but not least, Carnival Radiance is heating things up with more sailings to the tropical paradise of Hawaii. Sun, sand and surf await you on this cruise through the Pacific Ocean to the Aloha State. If you’re up for a longer voyage, Carnival Panorama has itineraries for you with transpacific trips that’ll have you crossing the ocean like a true explorer. 

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Carnival continues to be known for delivering fun, and this year we’re taking it to the next level. Check out some of the new onboard activities and entertainment we have up our sleeves for 2024:

Turn Up the Heat with Emeril

Bam! Emeril Lagasse, our Chief Culinary Officer , threw down in the Carnival Kitchen and came out with a tasty new lineup of southern specialties. Get ready for a taste bud revolution and book early to grab a spot in this new program led by one of our culinary pros. Check out our dining page for even more delicious onboard eats!

Treat Your Taste Buds at The Chef’s Table VIP Experience

Did someone order the culinary experience of a lifetime? Let us introduce you to The Chef’s Table VIP multi-course dinner, featuring the onboard Executive Chef. From delectable hors d’oeuvres to world-class wine pairings, decadent desserts, and a feast of delicious delights in between, this is a foodie’s dream come true!

Explore Behind the Fun

This is for all you super cruise enthusiasts out there. Starting in 2024, you’ll be able to prebook our popular Behind the Fun “back of the house” tours! Make sure to secure your spot early to get an exclusive peek at the inner-workings of running a ship— limited to just 16 lucky passengers per cruise, this experience is expected to book up fast!

Stay Connected at Sea

Introducing North America’s first onboard 5G mobile connectivity, coming to the Carnival Jubilee early this year! Now that’s what we call high speed on the high seas

Transpacific or Transatlantic in 2024 – It’s Bucket List Trip Time!

We’re declaring 2024 the year of tackling your bucket list. What better time to plan a year-defining getaway than right now? Just imagine: you’re experiencing all the destinations you’ve dreamed of in undeniable style. Sailing the wide-open seas, soaking up epic sunsets, dancing the night away and enjoying yumminess from all around the world. Bonus? You only ever have to unpack once.

As such, we highly recommend treating yourself to a transpacific or transatlantic cruise this year! These limited cruises are the stuff of legends. Dive into pure bliss as you explore the jewels of the Pacific for 22 to 31 days , from the vibrant landscapes of Australia to the cultural wonders of Japan, the vibrant cityscape of Singapore to the pristine wilderness of Alaska. Feeling more like a European adventure? Hop on a transatlantic cruise to discover the allure of romantic Italy, the rich history of Spain, the volcanic wonders of the Azores and so much more.

Last Minute 2024 Cruises – Mexico and The Bahamas

Fun fact: Travel Weekly selected Carnival for several honors in 2023 , including Best Short Itinerary and Best Domestic Cruise Line for the eighth year in a row! That means you always have the chance to book a getaway cruise you’ll never forget.

Just south of the border, Mexico is a great destination choice for anyone looking to escape the daily grind. On your way, you’ll also get the chance to explore and experience Catalina Island — a breathtaking locale just 22 miles from the California mainland. Once you’re back on board and headed for Mexico, kick back, look out for humpback whales in the azure waters, take a dance class, bask by the pool and explore dreamy ports of call.

With multiple dates on quick getaway cruises, Carnival is also your ticket to Bahamian bliss . Stroll through local markets, sink into powder-soft white sand, or conquer the sandstone marvel of Queen’s Staircase in Nassau . A little secret for forward-thinkers: starting in 2025 we invite you to add Celebration Key to your Bahamas adventure, Carnival’s exclusive island for ultimate fun in the sun.

So, what do you say? Let’s make this the year of turning daydreams into decked-out reality. Ready, set, cruise— 2024, here we come!

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Cruising in 2024 and beyond: Here's what to expect

Last updated . 16 May 2024

Whether exploring the world from your nearest Aussie port or far-flung shores, cruising in 2024 and beyond is a dynamic and diverse proposition.

Are you planning to go on a cruise in 2024? According to a survey by the Tourism & Transit (TTF) forum conducted in December from a sample size of 2000 Australians, one in four answered yes. These results track with an ever-increasing global demand for cruising, with an estimated 35.7 million passengers set to sail in 2024 according to Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA).

These figures bust pre-pandemic levels thanks to a robust and agile cruise industry that adapted quickly to the challenges presented by Covid-19 and that continues to offer a strong value proposition compared to land-based holidays. That TTF’s survey results show a strong uptick in those 35 and under planning to cruise this year – 35 per cent of those asked answered affirmative – demonstrates that an ever-more diversified cruise offering is attracting a new audience.

See Antarctica on an adventure cruise with Aurora Expeditions. (Image: Sergei Andronov)

This year will bring a succession of new ships entering service as cruise lines continue to invest heavily in a more advanced and sustainable global fleet. “This year’s launches include a mix of contemporary ships, luxury ships and expedition ships, from an equally broad range of cruise lines,” said Joel Katz, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) managing director in Australasia.

“Together these ships will be among the most advanced and energy-efficient ships to have ever sailed, and the choices they offer demonstrate why there is a cruising style to suit almost any taste.”

Uniworld’s Aria Amazon cruises through the wilderness.

How is cruising embracing sustainability in 2024?

Cruising into 2024 and beyond is all about being better and bolder. It’s about innovation and leading-edge technology in support of efforts to reach an industry-wide goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

For example when Celebrity Cruises introduces Celebrity Xcel , its fifth ship in the Edge Series in November 2025, it will come complete with a new engine model that provides fuel flexibility with the ability to use three types of fuel including methanol, in anticipation of later adoption of the emerging alternative fuel.

Celebrity Cruises’ innovative cantilevered Magic Carpet is unlike any other.

Even the largest cruise ship in the world, Royal Caribbean’s recently launched Icon of the Seas , features leading-edge technology that marks a major milestone towards the cruise line’s goal to build a carbon-neutral ship by 2035. Innovations on Icon  include running on liquefied natural gas (LNG) and an industry-first waste-to-energy system that sees solid waste converted directly into energy onboard.

Sail past tabular icebergs with Aurora Expeditions in Antarctica. (Image: Tyson Mayr)

And Aurora Expeditions, an Australian-owned pioneer of polar travel that leads small-ship expeditions to the Arctic, Antarctica and beyond, has reached a sustainability milestone by achieving B Corp Certification. This benchmark recognises businesses that meet the highest standards of social and environmental performance, and that have made a legal commitment to balance profit with purpose.

Go zodiac cruising with Aurora Expeditions at Prospect Point in Antarctica. (Image: Tyson Mayr)

The latest in cruising travel trends

Virtuoso, a leading global travel agency network specialising in luxury and experiential travel, has identified adventure cruising as its top travel trend in the 2024 Virtuoso Luxe Report  – Australia & New Zealand, citing prevailing interest in Alaska – where the likes of UnCruise Adventures have specialised in venturing for almost three decades – and increased accessibility to Antarctica, its leading adventure destination for the year.

Witness Alaskan wildlife with Holland America Line. (Image: Mark Byer)

CLIA’s Joel Katz said expedition cruising had fostered a new breed of traveller, drawn to increasingly sophisticated small-scale ships that can reach remote and pristine locations.

“Australian and New Zealand travellers are increasingly motivated by the opportunity to gain insight into other cultures or have first-hand encounters with wildlife. As a result, we’re seeing a lot of creativity in these areas as cruise lines develop a more intimate and memorable experience for their guests.

“Conservation and sustainability are a huge part of the expedition experience and guests often join a cruise to learn more about the marine environment, wildlife, climate and remote ecosystems,” he continues. “Protecting the natural environment is very much a priority and cruise lines are among the pioneers in implementing environmental protections and emission reductions at sea,” he says.

Milford Sound in New Zealand is a cruising hotspot. (Image: georgeclerk via Getty Images)

Virtuoso also highlights the intimate nature of small-vessel cruising on the rise among new and experienced cruisers alike, with river cruising coming out ahead for its laid-back atmosphere, access to major cities and sights and wide-ranging itineraries that help you get under the skin of a destination, whether you’re sailing the Nile, Mekong or Danube.

We’re also seeing more cruise lines collaborating with renowned land-based tour operators on increasingly sophisticated land and sea packages that offer the best of both worlds. And then there are companies like Tauck; this well-loved American brand founded in 1925 has long blended the two with its global roster of guided tours, small ship cruises and river cruises, and its presence in the Australian market is growing.

Tauck is renowned for its Europe river cruises. (Image: Wien Tourismus/Christian Stemper)

New cruising hotspots around the world

Asia might just be our new hotspot for cruising – Japan reached No. 4 on the list of appealing cruise destinations in TTF’s recent survey, behind perennial Aussie favourites New Zealand, Europe and the South Pacific – but Africa is the new frontier. And cruise lines are responding to travellers’ appetite for more adventurous and immersive itineraries.

Oceania Cruises’ newly launched 59-day Grand Voyage, for example, includes a sail down the western coast of Africa with days at sea punctuating ports in Senegal, Gambia, Ghana, and an overnight stay in Walvis Bay, Namibia. And Norwegian Cruise Line has returned to African waters for its longest season to date following a successful season out of Cape Town in 2022/23.

Africa is a new frontier for cruising. (Image: Byelikova Oksana)

Its sailings onboard mid-size ship Norwegian Dawn drop into locations such as Réunion, known for its volcanic landscapes and rainforests; Nosy Be, Madagascar, famous for its spectacular coral reefs; and Richards Bay, a gateway to South Africa’s wildlife safaris. Norwegian Dawn  will return to homeport from Port Louis, Mauritius and Cape Town, South Africa, in 2024/25 and 2025/26 with a similar roster of itineraries.

Kalaisson Temple in Port Louis, Mauritius, is a featured port with NCL.

And the Caribbean is becoming more accessible to Australians too, with some of our favourite cruise lines offering refreshed itineraries. Travelling in the States?

Hop on a Royal Caribbean cruise from any number of departure cities including Los Angeles and Miami for island-hopping tasters ranging from five to 12 nights while NCL’s all-new Norwegian Viva  is home-porting in San Juan, Puerto Rico, in winter 2024/25. Its Caribbean adventures will see guests wake up in a new tropical paradise every day on islands including Antigua, Barbados and St. Lucia.

Puerto Rico is among NCL’s Caribbean cruise destinations. (Image: dbvirago via Getty Images)

Discover a new perspective Down Under

And we’re cruising closer to home, too, keen to jump aboard ships from our nearest local port to explore Australia from a new perspective. Or to simply make the most of a long weekend free of responsibilities, where the most pressing decision you’ll make is which of the ship’s umpteen restaurants to book a table at for dinner.

And while cruise industry disruptor Virgin Voyages, which made its debut Down Under for the 2023/24 season when Resilient Lady  sailed into Australian waters, won’t be back for the next season (citing escalating tensions in the Red Sea and with hopes to return for future seasons), it brought with it a diversified style of cruising that widened the appeal among Aussies. It has helped prime our appetite for a long weekend on the high seas.

Resilient Lady is the latest ship from Virgin Voyages.

Australia is heading into a bumper year of cruising in 2024, CLIA confirms, as cruise lines offer more local ships, more sailings and more cabins than ever before.

“We will see 81 cruise ships operating in Australian waters over the course of 2024, which is 14 per cent more than last year,” Katz reported. “Many of these ships will be staying longer and offering more local sailings, which means Australia will welcome more than 3700 port calls around the country – an 18 per cent increase over last year.”

The result, he said, is a wealth of cruising options for cruise aficionados and a huge economic potential for communities around the Australian coast. “The total cruise passenger capacity in Australia this year will be up by 42 per cent on 2023, which reflects the huge passion Australians have for cruising and the strong overseas interest in sailing Down Under.”

So with all that in mind, maybe you will be one of four Australians choosing to cruise this year. Read on for inspiration.

The latest and greatest cruising itineraries

Explore more of the world with these brand-new itineraries.

Oceania Cruises

Oceania Cruises has announced three new itineraries that explore lesser-known ports in Africa and Asia at the end of 2024 and into 2025. The 1250-guest ship Riviera will sail an epic 59-day Grand Voyage, which cruises from Barcelona to Singapore.

The 1250-guest ship Riviera will sail an epic 59-day Grand Voyage.

Viking River Cruises

Viking’s 2024-2026 river cruise brochure is packed with culturally rich itineraries such as The Rhine & Main Explorer, Mississippi River Odyssey and Big Easy to the Gateway City.

Avalon Waterways

Avalon Waterways had oenophiles clinking glasses at the news of its Bordeaux 2025 itineraries. The new Bonjour Bordeaux: Châteaux, Wineries & Charming Villages cruise will be available for one-, two- and three-week sailings.

Saint-Émilion in Bordeaux is a region covered in depth with Avalon.

Sail Croatia

Sail Croatia’s new small-ship Heritage cruise is aimed squarely at culture boffins. The seven-night cruise onboard its Elegance ships departs from the historic town of Split. The itinerary loops in five UNESCO-protected sites, as well as natural parks and places of historical interest along the Dalmatian Coast.

Explora Journeys

Explora Journeys has introduced new Destination Experiences designed to immerse guests into the culture of Central America, the US and Canada’s Pacific Coast, and Hawai‘i. Highlights include a traditional Temazcal ceremony in Mexico’s Cabo San Lucas and a hike through the Hollywood Hills in Los Angeles.

Aranui Cruises

Aranui Cruises will open up a new area of French Polynesia to cargo cruising in 2025. The 125-metre mixed freight and passenger vessel Aranui 5 will carry cargo to the Austral Islands archipelago in a series of 13-day voyages in 2025.

Sail across the spectacular Austral Islands with Aranui. (Image: Lionel Gourverneur)

The coolest cruise ships you need to try

From contemporary creations to liners evoking the golden age of ocean cruising and intimate expedition vessels, there’s an exciting new crop of ships on the horizon.

Celebrity Ascent

Celebrity Cruises ’ most innovative ship, Celebrity Ascent , has been etched into the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide  as one of just seven vessels to receive a global Four-Star Award.

Cruising the Caribbean and Mediterranean, the 3260-guest ship has 32 dining options, including Le Voyage by renowned French chef Daniel Boulud, a multi-deck Sunset Bar and lush Rooftop Garden with floating pools. The ship is LNG-powered and adaptable to greener fuels of the future.

Experience the award-winning resort at sea, Celebrity Ascent.

Every aspect of Queen Anne  is a nod to the golden age of ocean cruising. The 2996-guest Cunard ship has a timeless design centred around a light-filled three-level Grand Lobby.

It has twice the number of the cruise line’s beloved Britannia staterooms and more than 4000 pieces of artwork, which champion young and contemporary artists. The Pavilion, which doubles as a pool and open-air theatre, has a retractable domed roof making it suitable for all climes. Queen Anne will be based in Europe until 2025 when she will make her maiden World Voyage.

Soak up the sun at the Panorama Pool Club onboard Queen Anne.

Sun Princess

Princess Cruises’ Sun Princess made her inaugural voyage around the Mediterranean in February, showcasing her sleek design, huge range of accommodation including 55 accessible cabins, and unique and generously spaced venues.

The ship features a geodesic glass-enclosed dome, which is a pool by day and stage by night, with the most technologically advanced theatre at sea. Families are catered to with a fun multi-generational activity zone on the top deck, as well as suites that can accommodate up to five guests.

The ship made her inaugural voyage in February.

Galapagos Explorer

Luxe eco-conscious travel company andBeyond can lay claim to the most exclusive expedition yacht in the Galápagos Islands with the upcoming launch of the 38-metre Galapagos Explorer .

Sleeping just 12 guests in six spacious cabins, the ship will offer unrivalled experiences tailored to suit the intimate group onboard, such as encounters with giant tortoises and snorkelling with sea lions. The ship itself oozes relaxed luxury, with indoor and outdoor dining and a hot tub on the upper deck to soak in as the sun sets.

The Galapagos Explorer will explore unchartered territory.

Abercrombie & Kent

Expanding its operations in Egypt, bespoke tour company Abercrombie & Kent will add a fifth Nile riverboat to its fleet, slated to launch in 2025.

Designed as a high-end floating hotel, the yet-to-be-named vessel will feature 32 cabins with floor-to-ceiling windows and marble bathrooms, two restaurants, a spa and gym, a swimming pool and sun deck, and a crew comprising Egyptologists for an unrivalled insight into the region while on shore and onboard.

Drift down the peaceful waterway on the Nile with Abercrombie & Kent.

Norwegian Viva and Norwegian Aqua

Norwegian Cruise Line debuted its newest ship, the 3099-guest Norwegian Viva , last year in the Mediterranean and Caribbean, which mirrors the design of sister ship Prima .

And in 2025, Norwegian Aqua will make its maiden voyage in the Caribbean. The 3571-guest ship will feature the world’s first hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide, a digital sports complex, and NCL’s first-ever three-bedroom Duplex Haven Suites, which are set to be the most spacious at sea.

Bask in the sun from the comfort of a lounger at Vibe Beach Club on Norwegian Viva.

Seven Seas Grandeur

With the highest staff-to-guest ratios at sea, Seven Seas Grandeur offers exceptional service to match the high-level luxury. Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ new ship features 15 accommodation categories including the 412 square-metre Regent Suite, dubbed The Most Exclusive Address At Sea.

It has a 1600-piece art collection and a state-of-the-art spa with a zero-gravity massage table and amber and quartz crystal bed. With opulence comes a conscious design that reduces emissions and waste onboard.

Enjoy luxurious comforts onboard the Seven Seas Grandeur. (Image: RSSC)

Oceania Cruises ’ newest ship Allura  will launch during the European winter of 2025 hot off the heels of Vista . The 1200-guest ship has some of the biggest standard suites at sea, measuring a generous 27 square metres, as well as 10 dining destinations and the signature Culinary Center offering hands-on cooking classes. It will cruise in the Med and Caribbean.

Explora Journeys will launch its second ship, EXPLORA II , in August 2024. With 461 ocean-front suites, no less than three outdoor swimming pools and promising culinary riches across nine foodie experiences plus a considered roster of wellness and entertainment, it’s all in service of ensuring guests have the most enriching of ocean voyages.

Icon of the Seas and Utopia of the Seas

Carrying a whopping 5610 passengers around the Caribbean, Icon of the Seas has broken many records at sea – from the tallest waterslide to the biggest swim-up bar. Royal Caribbean isn’t done yet, though, with Utopia of the Seas coming at the end of the year. Coined the world’s biggest weekender, this party-loving vessel will sleep 5668 passengers and focus on three- and four-night itineraries from Florida.

The Icon of the Seas will sail around the Caribbean.

The best in offshore adventures

Cruising is increasingly as much about what you do off the ship as on, as these land and sea packages and immersive itineraries attest to.  

Venice to Athens

Crystal Symphony will sail from Venice to Athens on 14-24 November for the first-ever Crystal Chairmen’s Cruise, which speaks to the newly relaunched cruise brand’s elevated offering and promise of a program of enriching adventures on land by those who do it best.

Guests onboard will be given the opportunity to engage with industry titans A&K Travel Group chairman Manfredi Lefebvre and Geoffrey Kent, founder & chairman emeritus of Abercrombie & Kent, who will be onboard as guest lecturers for the voyage.

Japan and South Korea

Australian group travel specialist Gullivers has announced an exciting culinary tour of Japan and South Korea with Malaysian-Australian cook and TV host Adam Liaw. The 11-day cruise onboard Silversea’s Silver Muse will explore the landscapes and flavours of five destinations, including Busan and Tokyo.

Malaysian-Australian cook Adam Liaw will head the culinary tour with Gullivers.

Cruise & Rail program

Uniworld has launched its new 2024 Cruise & Rail program. The five new itineraries will include destinations such as Istanbul, Transylvania, the Swiss Alps, Austria and Milan. Uniworld also offers a range of tailor-made pre- and post-cruise Cruise & Rail options from sister brand Adventure World.

Venture past the scenic Kalte-Rinne viaduct in Breitenstein.

Immersive Overnights program

Regent Seven Seas Cruises will offer overnight stays in every port of call as part of its new Immersive Overnights program in 2024-2025. Enjoy deeper explorations after dark with everything from a sunset wine tasting in Tuscany to neon nights in Shanghai.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is set to explore the sprawling Tuscan countryside.

How you can cruise closer to home

These great Aussie itineraries mean you don’t need to travel far for an unparalleled cruising journey.

Do the full lap with Silversea

Silversea will circumnavigate Australia on its brand-new ship Silver Nova for the first time in 2025. The 47-day antipodean journey is bookended by Melbourne and stops at 23 ports from cities such as Sydney and Hobart to the scenic isles of K’gari and Kangaroo Island.

The 12th ship for Silversea, ultra-luxe Silver Nova boasts a spacious design with an exceptionally high staff-to-guest ratio (1:1.3) and butler service for every suite. It’s also Silversea’s most sustainable ship with a hybrid engine that runs off LNG fuel and can connect to shore power while docked, reducing carbon emissions.

Circumnavigate Australia with the ultra-luxe Silver Nova.

Go global from home with Princess

Half a century after Princess Cruises began sailing in Australian waters, the cruise line will welcome its newest ship Discovery Princess  to Australia in 2025, its third and biggest to explore the region.

The new ship will join Crown Princess  in Sydney, while Grand Princess will be based in Brisbane. The trio will operate 75 unique itineraries, including Australia circumnavigations, round-trip cruises to New Zealand and Fiji, and the longest world cruise to depart from Australia – an epic 114-night sailing that takes in 31 countries.

Sail across snow-covered landscapes onboard the Crown Princess.

Long weekends at sea with Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean ’s 2024-2025 season from Australia will have more weekend sailings than ever before from our shores. With 40 itineraries onboard Quantum of the Seas  and Ovation of the Seas , guests can sail to the South Pacific and New Zealand from Brisbane and Sydney, or a weekend getaway for a few days of sea and sun, with Aussie highlights such as the Great Barrier Reef thrown in for good measure.

Join chef cruises with Cunard

Cruise with some of Australia’s greatest gastronomic stars on the third edition of Cunard’s Great Australian Culinary Voyage departing February 2025. The five-night cruise will take place on Queen Elizabeth  between Sydney and Hobart and is headlined by Matt Moran.

The famed Aussie chef is joined by MasterChef winner Julie Goodwin who will MC the journey; acclaimed First Nations chef Nornie Bero who will take over Lido Alternative Dining restaurant; pastry chef Darren Purchese who will host hands-on workshops and a night-time dessert bar; and wine connoisseur Kate Spain who will lead onboard masterclasses and a Hobart shore excursion.

Pastry chef Darren Purchese hosts a night-time dessert bar. (Image: Cunard/Getty)

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Whangārei, new zealand/aotearoa.

In February Oceania Cruises’ MS Regatta  was the first cruise ship to visit Whangārei in decades. This Northland city’s attractions include the Whangārei’s Hundertwasser Art Centre with Wairau Māori Art Gallery, where architecture and art harmonise with nature.

Philippines

Asia’s Best Cruise Destination for 2023 is set to be the next big thing in cruising. With some 7641 islands, it’s not hard to see why. Several new international cruise terminals are being constructed to meet anticipated demand, including in paradisiacal Palawan and surfing capital Siargao.

Nosy Be, Madagascar

Nosy Be is one of the most sought-after stops on a cruise with Norwegian Dawn , which debuted in Southern African waters in 2024. This island off the northwest coast of Madagascar is famed for its  lemurs, chameleons and ylang ylang trees, which make up a major part of the local economy.

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity

For anyone who’s dreamt of seeing the northern lights (that’s all of us), the coming two years might be your best chance in more than a decade. The aurora borealis will reach a solar maximum, which happens halfway through the 11-year solar cycle and sees the auroral displays at their most active, dynamic and vibrant.

Experience the northern lights in Tromsø. (Image: RelaxFoto.de via Getty Images)

Gold Coast-based cruise specialist My Cruises has created an exclusive itinerary with Norwegian Cruise Line to coincide with this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: the Exclusive Northern Lights Discovery journey sails in October 2025.

And Norway specialist Hurtigruten is so confident you’ll see the swirling atmospheric phenomenon when you sail one of its expert itineraries during auroral season that it’s promising another voyage for free if you don’t. “It is super strong this year,” says Hedda Felin, CEO of Hurtigruten Norway. “Although I have seen them so many times, I still get blown away. It’s a magical feeling to be under the northern lights.”

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Celebrity Edge to spend first summer in Alaska in 2024

The Celebrity Cruises vessel will offer six- and seven-night itineraries from May to September 2024 

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By Laura Hyde | 20 May 2024

For the first time ever, Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Edge is to spend the 2024 summer season offering itineraries in Alaska. The ship is currently sailing a seven-night roundtrip voyage from Seattle, USA, with stops in the Alaskan ports of Juneau, Ketchikan, and Skagway. 

The ship will sail further roundtrip itineraries from Seattle and one-way, six- or seven-night voyages between Vancouver, Canada, and Seattle from May to September. Itineraries will include visits to Ketchikan, known as the ‘Salmon Capital of the World’; the Endicott Arm where guests can see local wildlife including brown bears, bald eagles, and wolves; Alaska’s capital city Juneau, which sits between Mount Juneau, Mount Roberts, and Gastineau Channel; and Skagway, where visitors can learn about the port’s gold rush history. On its return to Seattle, the ship will sail to Victoria, Canada, through the Inside Passage. 

“There's no better way to see the pristine Alaskan wilderness than onboard Celebrity Edge, which was specifically designed to create a closer connection between guests and destinations,” said Laura Hodges Bethge, president of Celebrity Cruises. “Our elevated vacation options are redefining travel, especially in this region.”

Celebrity Edge’s outward-facing design will provide guests with views of Alaska’s glaciers

Celebrity Cruises, as part of Royal Caribbean Group, engages port communities across Alaska through its Sea the Future commitment, including several partnerships with local retailers to offer guests access to Alaska-owned products and experiences. Royal Caribbean Group has also supported the creation of the Ketchikan Salmon Walk, which allows visitors to learn about the life cycle of salmon in Ketchikan Creek, as well as the Sitka Sound Science Center’s Scientists in the Schools (SIS) programme. 

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I’m a solo traveller – these seven cruise holidays are perfect for first-timers

With sailings starting from £169, cruises are often cost-effective and a great way to get to know fellow passengers.

Planning a solo holiday? You’re not alone. According to the travel association Abta, the number of people who are going on holiday toute seule rose from 6 per cent in 2011 to 16 per cent in 2023. And cruise lines are taking note.

“Since we launched our solo staterooms in 2010 with Norwegian Epic, they have been popular with single travellers,” said David J Herrera, president of Norwegian Cruise Line. “After realising the growing demand, we have now expanded single-occupancy staterooms across our fleet.”

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For those who are keen to travel solo, but feel apprehensive, a cruise could be the perfect way to start. All the hassle is taken out of the planning, and you’ll meet people at mealtimes, social events and on excursions.

What’s more, an increasing number of ocean and river cruise lines are offering dedicated solo accommodation and reducing single supplements – if not waiving them altogether – on selected sailings. Here is our pick of the best cruises for solo travellers.

Sail from Southampton

Best for: Convenience If you’re unsure whether a solo voyage is for you, a mini-cruise allows you to test the water. MSC Cruises is offering a two-night sailing out of Southampton, which calls at Cherbourg, the gateway to Mont St Michel – the Unesco-listed medieval abbey and village. The ship, MSC Virtuosa , has a futuristic MSC Starship Club that is manned by “Rob”, a robot bartender that can mix drinks and chat with passengers in eight languages. Departs 1 June 2024. From £169pp, msccruises.co.u k

A great river

Best for: Taking it slow Amadeus River Cruises has scrapped the single supplement on nine sailings this summer on the Seine, Rhone, Saône, Danube, Rhine and Moselle. Setting sail on 17 July 2024, the family-owned line’s Classical Rhine cruise onboard Amadeus Cara covers no fewer than four countries: Switzerland, France, Germany and the Netherlands. Discover fairy tale castles and fortresses, and wine-growing villages. From £2,469, including flights and all meals, amadeus-rivercruises.co.uk

An Iceland adventure

Best for: Immersive shore excursions Azamara understands that more of us are choosing to travel by ourselves and it has introduced special solo rates on select sailings, including its Iceland Intensive Voyage. Beginning in Reykjavik, this 13-night cruise takes in guzzling geysers, geothermal pools and dramatic fjords. The line focuses on destination immersion so expect several late nights in ports. Back onboard, the 700-passenger Azamara Quest is compact enough to foster a sense of community without feeling crowded. Departs 1 July 2024. From £1,659, excluding flights, azamara.com

Long-haul sailing

Best for: Sightseeing Fancy city hopping in Asia? Pandaw’s seven-night Classic Mekong Expedition cruise could be the answer. On the sailings between Saigon and Siem Reap, highlights include Phnom Penh, the ancient capital of Cambodia (Oudong) and Vietnam’s Hang Pagoda. Pandaw has waived the single supplement on a range of dates, including for its Classic Mekong itinerary between 5 October 2024 and 1 February 2025. From £2,955, excluding flights, pandaw.com

Bermuda Triangle

Best for: Party people NCL pioneered the concept of contemporary solo cruising in 2010 when it became the first line to construct ships with staterooms and lounge areas specifically for single travellers. The line now has more than 1,000 solo cabins across its 19-ship fleet. For some rest and relaxation in the sun, look no further than NCL’s seven-day cruise to Bermuda, the tropical island famed for its pink sand beaches. Three sea days ensure you can enjoy all that Prima , NCL’s newest ship, has to offer, including five swimming pools and Broadway-style productions. Departs 6 April, 2025. From £1,197 for a solo studio room, ncl.com

The magic of the Med

Best for: Solo-only events Princess Cruises is synonymous with The Love Boat, the hit 1970s TV romcom that was shot on Pacific Princess. Today, the operator is becoming known for solo-friendly sailings such as its seven-day Mediterranean with Greece and Italy itinerary. Departing on 19 April 2025 onboard Sun Princess – the latest and largest Princess vessel – highlights include Santorini and Kotor in Montenegro (think of it as a pocket-sized Dubrovnik). Two seas days afford time to soak up the sun in the Sanctuary retreat, a great place to meet fellow passengers. From £1,784, single occupancy, princess.com

Croatia calling

Best for: An intimate experience Striking out on your own need not be lonely or expensive thanks to Cruise Croatia. This small ship company (vessels have capacity for just 38 passengers) offers single-occupancy cabins on every departure. On Cruise Croatia’s Split to Dubrovnik sailing, you’ll be able to discover the many sides of Croatia – from Dubrovnik’s Renaissance splendour to the peaceful island of Vis, wine-producing Korcula and Hvar’s buzzing restaurant and bar scene. Departs 10 May 2025. From £1,460, including guided transfers, tours, breakfast, lunch, select dinners, and Wi-Fi, but excluding flights, cruisecroatia.com

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Vision of the Seas to Return to Baltimore

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The Vision of the Seas will become the first cruise ship to return to Baltimore following the incident with the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

According to the Port of Baltimore, the Royal Caribbean International vessel is set to sail from the Cruise Maryland Terminal on May 25, 2024.

On that day, the 1996-built ship is scheduled to resume service following a drydock that is currently taking place in Grand Bahama Island.

Upon its return to Baltimore, the Vision of the Seas will offer a five-night cruise to Bermuda that includes an overnight stop in King’s Wharf.

With the Baltimore Harbor closed since late March, the Vision of the Seas was temporarily sailing from the port of Norfolk, Virgini

Continuing its year-round program on the East Coast, the ship is set to offer a series of five- to nine-night cruises to Bermuda and the Bahamas.

In addition to King’s Wharf, the itineraries include visits to Nassau and Royal Caribbean’s private island destination, Perfect Day at Cococay.

Starting in November, the Vision also offers itineraries to the Caribbean and Florida, with planned visits to Port Canaveral, St. Maarten, Dominica, St. Croix, St. Lucia and more.

The Carnival Pride may also return to Baltimore this month. According to a statement sent to guests, Carnival Cruise Line is planning to have the ship back in Maryland on May 26, 2024 .

Pride’s upcoming cruise is set to sail from Norfolk, the company said, but is expected to return to Baltimore to disembark guests and start its next sailing.

Like the Vision of the Seas, the Carnival Pride was based year-round in Baltimore before the Francis Scott Key Bridge incident.

Struck by a cargo ship, the bridge collapsed in late March, blocking the maritime channel that serves as the main access to the Port of Baltimore .

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Port Canaveral reveals first ships that will use new cruise terminal

Port Canaveral commissioners this week approved the first of a series of contracts for construction of a new cruise terminal on the port's north side. Port officials also revealed two of the cruise lines expected to use the new terminal.

The new terminal — being referred to "Terminal X" for the time being — will be built on the current site of North Cargo Berth 8 and directly across from Cruise Terminal 5.

Commissioners on Wednesday unanimously approved a $1.45 million increase in a purchase order with AtkinsRealis USA for marine improvement design at North Cargo Berth 8 that will be phased in for use of the berth for cruise ships. Phase 1 of AtkinsRealis' project will be design of a pier extension and mooring improvements, with Phase 2 including a bulkhead parallel to State Road 401 between Cruise Terminal 5 and North Cargo Berth 8.

Port officials announced earlier this month that they would transform the North Cargo Berth 8 site into a cruise terminal and parking garage that they want to be completed by July 2026.

The port's announcement pushes back — but does not eliminate — the port's previously announced plans to build a $175 million south side cruise terminal and parking garage at the current site of Bluepoints Marina. Under those plans, the marina operation would move elsewhere at the port before the cruise terminal opens.

Port Canaveral CEO John Murray said there is no total cost estimate for the cruise terminal and parking garage at the site of North Cargo Berth 8. But it is expected to be less than the cost estimate for the proposed south side terminal because some of the needed infrastructure already is in place at the North Cargo Berth 8 site.

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Cruise terminal plan: Port Canaveral announces plans for new north side cruise terminal at cargo berth site

Murray said Cruise Terminal X will be large enough to accommodate the world's largest cruise ships. It will be used by two or three cruise lines, in contrast with some of the port's terminals that are used exclusively or predominantly by one cruise brand.

Murray said Terminal X will be used for "the extra-large vessels that need the extra berth length and the larger-sized terminal for passenger flow."

William Crowe, the port's vice president of engineering, construction and facilities, told port commissioners that the first ship to use the new cruise terminal could be the Norwegian Joy , which will be joining the port lineup in November 2025. It is possible for the terminal to operate while final construction is still progressing. The Joy will predominantly sail seven-night voyages to the Caribbean out of Port Canaveral, with some four- and five-night voyages to the Bahamas.

Another ship that could use the new terminal is the MSC Grandiosa , which will start sailing from Port Canaveral in December 2025.

However, port officials emphasized that those plans are tentative, and could change, based on the progress of the terminal's construction and other factors.

Amended MSC operating agreement approved

Expanded MSC presence: MSC to base second cruise ship, the Grandiosa, at Port Canaveral starting late next year

In a separate vote, port commissioners unanimously approved an amendment to the port's operating agreement with MSC that will roughly double the guaranteed annual revenue Port Canaveral receives from MSC, with the addition of the Grandiosa. That will give Port Canaveral two home-ported ships, as the Grandiosa joins the MSC Seashore.

Under the current operating agreement, the annual guaranteed fees payment from MSC to the port is about $6.84 million. That will increase to $13.16 million after the Grandiosa joins the lineup. It will rise to $14.52 million the following year and to $14.95 million the year after that.

The port also will get more parking revenue from MSC cruise passengers, with the second ship and resulting increased passenger counts.

"This is kind of a big deal," Canaveral Port Authority Chairman Micah Loyd said. "It's been in the works for quite some time."

Loyd noted that MSC is "moving up the ranks" among cruise lines at Port Canaveral, in terms of passenger counts.

The Grandiosa will sail seven-night voyages from Port Canaveral to the Eastern and Western Caribbean, while the Seashore will sail three- and four-night voyages to the Bahamas.

Additionally, the MSC Meraviglia will continue its weekly port-of-call deployments to Port Canaveral.

MSC cancellations cut port's April revenue

Port Canaveral Chief Financial Officer Michael Poole reported that the port's operating revenue during April fell short of projection by 6.5% because of five canceled cruise ship sailings.

Port officials said those April sailings included two on the Port Canaveral-based MSC Seashore and three on the New York-based MSC Meraveglia, which makes port-of-call stops at Port Canaveral. The cancellations ― which were announced by MSC after Port Canaveral completed its budget projections last fall ― were the result of construction work MSC is doing on its private island in the Bahamas, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve. That reduced the total number of cruise sailings from Port Canaveral in April to 74, down from a projected 79.

A few additional MSC cancellations were expected in May.

Port officials were not concerned, however, about their financial results. The port's total operating revenue for the first seven months of the budget year that began Oct. 1 is at 2.3% above projection, and total profits are at $44.76 million.

Dave Berman is business editor at  FLORIDA TODAY.  Contact Berman at  [email protected] , on X at  @bydaveberman  and on Facebook at  www.facebook.com/dave.berman.54

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By repurposing a technology that kept our guests safe during the pandemic to gain valuable insights into our environment, we are providing a critical research opportunity for our future expedition voyages.”

Viking will regularly host Scripps scientists on board the ship this season in the Great Lakes. This summer, the PCR lab on board Viking Polaris will also be transformed to support research before both ships return to Antarctica later this year.

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