Refits, dry docks, renovations, and ship refresh programs.
Cruise NewsCarnival'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...
Cruise NewsHolland America Line is rolling out a major update to its onboard entertainment, bringing more live music, refreshed stage productions, and an enhanced team to its fleet. The changes are already underway on several ships, with the full rollout expected by next year. Michael Smith, senior vice...
Cruise NewsCarnival Cruise Line is upping the fun for its New Orleans sailings! The Carnival Liberty has just returned to service after a comprehensive dry dock, loaded with new features. It joins the Carnival Valor, which also recently completed similar enhancements. Among the exciting additions are the...
Cruise NewsCarnival Valor Returns to Service with Exciting Upgrades The Carnival Valor officially re-entered service today after an extensive dry dock. This significant refurbishment brings a host of upgrades designed to enhance guest comfort and introduce exciting new features, including a thrilling...
Cruise NewsCelebrity Cruises is giving its beloved Solstice Series ships a spectacular refresh! The brand is investing over $250 million to modernize these popular vessels, starting with Celebrity Solstice in March 2026. Guests can look forward to eight brand-new experiences, including four never-before-seen...
Cruise NewsRoyal Caribbean is showing no signs of slowing down the pace of new growth with ship launches, refurbishments and all-new exclusive destination experiences. https://youtu.be/DmHAiMqhlnk For cruisers to Nassau, the site for the project is very familiar and the first view most people see when...
Cruise NewsWhile Virgin Voyages, the new cruise line has only been sailing for a few months with their first brand-new ship, they are already making updates based on guest feedback. The 2,770 guest Scarlet Lady, the first of 4 new ships and the only one currently in service, plus Valiant Lady commencing...
Cruise NewsThere has been much speculation recently about the status of major dry docks involving cruise ships from Royal Caribbean. Many were scheduled to commence right as the cruise industry paused all operations. Today, Royal Caribbean sent out an official notice to travel partners and media that...
ArticlesOnce cruising resumes, will you have to wait even longer for that shiny new cruise ship? We’re checking in on the status of new cruise ships and major refurbishments scheduled for 2020. https://youtu.be/KBn2HDY4YgI Also Read: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cruise Line Updates 2020 was supposed to...
ArticlesThe Norwegian Sun first set sail in 2001, but was refurbished in 2018 as part of the Norwegian Edge program. At double occupancy, she accommodates up to 1,936 passengers! If you’re planning to cruise on the Norwegian Sun out of Port Canaveral, we’ve got a ship overview, travel tips for before...
ArticlesThe Carnival Elation was built in 1998, but has been kept up to date after undergoing a huge refurbishment in 2017. This Fantasy Class ship can accommodate up to 2,697 passengers at maximum capacity. If you’re planning to cruise on the Carnival Elation out of Port Canaveral, we’ve got a ship...
Cruise NewsRoyal Caribbean has certainly been making headline news recently with new ship launches, ship refurbishments and the rebranding of Perfect Day at CocoCay. Today, Royal Caribbean announced that their fifth Oasis Class ship will be named Wonder of the Seas and be homeported in Shanghai, China. Wonder...
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