A last-minute legal intervention by CLIA and the Department of Justice has stopped Hawaii from collecting what would have been one of the nation's highest cruise passenger taxes, raising fundamental questions about state regulation of maritime commerce.
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The ultra-luxury cruise market faces its first major setback of 2026 as Four Seasons Yachts abruptly cancels its Caribbean inaugural season, pushing the maiden voyage of Four Seasons I to the Mediterranean in March.
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A 24-hour FAA airspace closure over Puerto Rico due to U.S. military activity in Venezuela left thousands of cruise passengers stranded, unable to board ships or fly home from San Juan.
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The CDC confirmed the first cruise ship norovirus outbreak of 2026, with 89 passengers and crew falling ill aboard Holland America's Rotterdam during a 12-day Caribbean voyage.
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Norwegian Cruise Line launches 'It's Different Out Here,' a brand platform inspired by its 1990s heritage, alongside a national ad campaign that positions the cruise line as the choice for travelers who reject rigid vacation norms.
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The Bahamas government just announced plans for a major new cruise port on Mayaguana island, a strategic location between Miami and Puerto Rico that could create over 2,000 jobs and transform Eastern Caribbean itineraries.
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Legend of the Seas guests received surprise emails about cabin changes, with some Surfside Family Suites losing Sky Class benefits worth hundreds of dollars.
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P&O Cruises refuses to compensate passengers after technical problems forced its flagship Britannia to spend six days in Barbados for emergency repairs, telling guests to file insurance claims instead.
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Royal Caribbean is reportedly preparing to order an entirely new class of mid-size ships designed for exotic itineraries that mega-ships cannot reach, signaling a major strategic shift for the world's largest cruise line.
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Regent Seven Seas Cruises partners with luxury accessories brand PeppaRose to create an exclusive cashmere scarf available only aboard the Seven Seas Mariner, featuring zodiac constellations and maritime navigation symbols for the 154-night world cruise.
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Holland America Line reports 2026 European cruise sales up over a third, with Northern Europe voyages surging nearly 50% year over year as travelers increasingly choose Scandinavia, Iceland, and the Baltic over traditional Mediterranean hotspots.
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The cruise industry is making an unprecedented investment in its future, with 74 new vessels currently on order representing a staggering $76.5 billion commitment that will add over 205,250 berths to global fleets through 2036.
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Oceania Cruises announced a major policy shift on January 7, 2026, transitioning to adults-only voyages for all new bookings. The luxury cruise line will only accept guests aged 18 and up as it ushers in "a new era of tranquility and sophistication at sea."
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Ambassador Cruise Line's flagship vessel Ambience enters a three-week dry dock at A&P Tyne in Hebburn for a comprehensive multimillion-pound refurbishment, including propulsion upgrades, cabin improvements, and spa renovation.
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Windstar Cruises prepares to christen its newest luxury yacht Star Seeker in Miami on January 15, 2026, with owner's daughter Libby Anschutz serving as godmother for this intimate 224-guest vessel.
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Norwegian Cruise Line is doubling down on Puerto Rico, announcing that two of its newest Prima Class ships—Norwegian Prima and Norwegian Viva—will begin homeport operations out of San Juan starting late 2026, generating nearly $40 million in economic impact.
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Villa Vie Residences has formed Residential Cruise Holdings, a new holding company consolidating its residential cruise operations while positioning for fleet expansion and investment partnerships.
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A U.S. military operation in Venezuela triggered widespread airspace closures across the Caribbean, stranding over 48,000 travelers and forcing multiple cruise lines to delay departures and alter itineraries during peak winter season.
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A 5-year-old named Aydin has become the youngest person ever to reach Pinnacle Club status in Royal Caribbean's Crown and Anchor Society loyalty program, earning 700 points before kindergarten—a record that may never be broken.
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The luxury hospitality brand has quietly scrapped its inaugural Caribbean season, delaying Four Seasons I's debut by nearly two months with Mediterranean sailings now beginning March 2026.
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