Key Aspects: Princess Cruises is swapping out two port calls on a 2026 Caribbean cruise. Regal Princess will visit Puerto Rico and St. Maarten rather than Amber Cove and Grand Turk on her August 1, 2026 cruise. The cruise line attributes the change to enhancing the guest experience. Guests booked to sail on a 2026
Key Aspects: The former Costa Magica, which once sailed under Carnival’s Costa Cruises brand, has a new owner. She has been sold to Tianjin Orient International Cruises to expand cruising out of Tianjin, China. The vessel will likely undergo quite a bit of repairs and refurbishments before debuting to Chinese clientele in summer of 2026.
Key Aspects: Carnival Horizon continues to sail slowly and her visit to Grand Cayman has been cancelled to compensate. Repairs are underway, but it is not possible to maintain the original itinerary for the 6-night cruise. There is no confirmation about any additional sailings or if more adjustments may still be necessary. After returning to
Key Aspects: Royal Caribbean is introducing a Duckie-Go-Round carousel onboard Legend of the Seas. The whimsical duck-themed ride is a nod to the popular cruising ducks phenomenon that guests love. Each duck has a quirky, different theme and personality linked to the onboard fun the ship offers. The cruising ducks phenomenon continues to fly far
Key Aspects: Queen Mary 2 has docked in Bremerhaven instead of Hamburg to facilitate propulsion repairs. The next sailing, a 2-night cruise returning to Southampton, has been cancelled. There is no word yet on whether her upcoming transatlantic cruise will be adjusted or cancelled. While enjoying a Northern Lights itinerary, Queen Mary 2 has now
