Cruise News Archive - Page 6

After a couple of intensive weeks catching up in the office following my Lads and Dads trip to northern Germany, I’m back on my travels again!

Cruising is unrivalled in how many ways it can innovate upon the standard holiday experience. Every cruise you set sail on can offer a totally unique itinerary, and some cruises can take the world’s greatest destinations, once-in-a-lifetime experiences and unbelievable sailing routes and make them more accessible than ever before.

Compare the best cruise line drinks packages, discover what cruise lines include drinks and learn how cruise drinks packages work before your next holiday.

As travellers become increasingly conscious of their environmental impact, sustainability has become one of the biggest priorities in the cruise industry. Cruise lines are investing billions in cleaner technologies, reducing emissions and protecting the oceans they sail on. Among industry leaders, MSC Cruises has established itself as one of the most ambitious operators in sustainable cruising.

Celebrity Cruises has revealed details of the Celebrity Reflection refit, introducing 13 new venues, restaurants and entertainment spaces ahead of the ship’s return in 2027.

Read our Celebrity Equinox review and discover what it’s really like to sail through Spain, Portugal and Morocco, from exceptional dining and service to unforgettable ports of call.

One of the biggest questions guests ask before sailing with MSC Cruises is whether a drinks package is worth it. From cocktails by the pool to speciality coffees in the morning, having the right package can make your holiday even more relaxing and help you budget before you board.

Regent Seven Seas has revealed the new Solara Sports Deck and Solara Pool Deck aboard Seven Seas Prestige, launching in December 2026.

Read our Legend of the Seas review after an exclusive preview sailing on board Royal Caribbean’s newest ship.

Discover what it’s really like to cruise the Panama Canal aboard Oceania Insignia, with Panama City, Colombia, Costa Rica, Honduras and Mexico.

Marella Cruises has announced Marella Discovery 2 will become a permanent adult-only ship, with new onboard concepts and winter 2027 sailings from Europe and the Caribbean.

Cunard has unveiled its 2027 entertainment programme, featuring the return of four popular Event Voyages aboard Queen Mary 2 alongside a new collection of exclusive Entertainment Residencies across the fleet. Developed in partnership with leading cultural organisations, the programme offers guests the opportunity to enjoy world-class theatre, ballet, classical music…