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Royal Caribbean Group and Chantiers de l’Atlantique Form Strategic Alliance for Next-Generation “Discovery Class” Fleet SAINT NAZAIRE, FRANCE – Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) has formalized a strategic agreement with the renowned Chantiers de l’Atlantique (CdA) shipyard to pioneer the Discovery Class, a new category of cruise vessels designed to set a new benchmark for immersive global travel. This multi-vessel agreement includes two firm ship orders—scheduled for delivery in 2029 and 2032—with options to construct four additional ships in the future. Redefining the Guest Experience The Discovery Class is engineered…

The Next Chapter of Paradise: MSC Cruises Unveils Major Expansion for Ocean Cay Since transforming from an industrial sand-extraction site into a flourishing ecological sanctuary in 2019, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve has become the crown jewel of MSC Cruises’ Caribbean itineraries. Now, MSC is doubling down on its commitment to guest satisfaction and environmental stewardship with a massive upgrade project, slated for completion in late 2027. From doubled docking capacity to exclusive adult retreats, here is everything you need to know about the evolution of Ocean Cay. Seamless Access:…

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has officially opened sales for its newest and most ambitious ship to date: Norwegian Aura. Launching in late May 2027, this record-breaking vessel will debut in Europe before heading to its permanent homeport in Miami in June 2027.   At 1,130 feet long and 169,000 gross tons, Norwegian Aura is 10% larger than its sisters, Norwegian Aqua and Norwegian Luna. Designed with families in mind, the ship features Ocean Heights, a massive open-air complex that transforms from a daytime adventure hub into a glowing nighttime lounge.…

Paradise Found: Royal Caribbean Officially Launches Royal Beach Club Paradise Island Royal Caribbean International has officially expanded its destination portfolio with the grand opening of Royal Beach Club Paradise Island. Welcoming its first guests on December 23, this pioneering destination offers a premium, all-inclusive beach experience that blends the vibrant culture of The Bahamas with Royal Caribbean’s signature world-class service. The opening follows a prestigious ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Bahamian government officials and Royal Caribbean executives, marking the completion of a project that first broke ground in April 2024. Travelers…

MSC Cruises Opens Sales for All-New MSC World Atlantic, Sailing from Port Canaveral in November 2027 MSC Cruises has officially opened bookings for its latest World Class vessel, MSC World Atlantic, which will begin sailing from Port Canaveral in November 2027. The ship will offer alternating 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises to highly sought-after destinations, including the line’s private island, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve in The Bahamas. The MSC World Atlantic will feature MSC Cruises’ signature blend of sophisticated European flair and American-style comfort, complete with several new…

Port Canaveral has solidified its status as a premier East Coast homeport with the grand arrival of the Sky Princess, the newest and largest Princess Cruises vessel to operate a full winter season from Central Florida. This monumental addition significantly bolsters the Port’s lineup, following the successful inaugural seasonal run of the Caribbean Princess last year, which reintroduced the “Love Boat” brand to the region. Port Canaveral CEO Capt. John Murray stated: The 3,660-passenger Sky Princess is set to embark on a series of six- and eight-day Caribbean voyages, immediately…

Royal Caribbean’s Bold 2027-28 Deployment: The Icon Arrives Royal Caribbean has unveiled its 2027-2028 cruise schedule, offering 4- to 12-night adventures on nine ships across three major regions. Bookings are open early for Crown & Anchor Society members, with the official general opening scheduled for Thursday, November 13th. A major focus of the season is maximizing the guest experience at the line’s private destinations: Perfect Day at CocoCay and the new Royal Beach Club Collection (Royal Beach Club Paradise Island opening in December 2025, and Royal Beach Club Cozumel debuting…

Celebrity Cruises Accelerates Fleet Expansion: Xcel Delivered, Next Ship Xcite Begins Construction Celebrity Cruises took a giant leap forward today in redefining premium cruising, officially taking delivery of its newest Edge Series ship, Celebrity Xcel, and simultaneously launching the next era by cutting the first piece of steel for Celebrity Xcite. This twin milestone event at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard solidifies the brand’s commitment to innovation and elevated guest experiences. A New Era of Design: The Celebrity Xcel Celebrity Xcel, which officially joins the fleet, is the latest iteration…

Carnival’s Mardi Gras Returns with Fresh Enhancements After Dry Dock Carnival Cruise Line’s Excel-class ship, Mardi Gras, is back in action today following a comprehensive dry dock in Marseilles, France, sporting a variety of fresh enhancements. The ship has set sail from Barcelona on a 15-day transatlantic journey back to her homeport of Port Canaveral, Florida, where she will resume a year-round schedule of Caribbean cruises. The updates focus on increasing flexibility for families and groups and generally improving the guest experience: New Interconnecting Staterooms: One hundred staterooms now feature…