The latest at sea

Cruise news, minus the fluff.

Quick briefs on announcements, ships, destinations, drama, and unusually good fares.

Aug 23, 2026

Sint Maarten cruise arrivals rise 13.9% in first half of 2026

Provisional statistics show Port St. Maarten received 993,649 cruise passengers from January through June, although growth slowed in the second quarter.

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Aug 23, 2026

Zac Brown Band Offers Fenway Crowd Free Margaritaville At Sea Cruises

The promotion covers a cruise for two for each attendee at the sold-out Boston concert, according to Zac Brown.

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Aug 23, 2026

Philippine cruise arrivals exceeded 2019 level in 2025

Ports authority data show visitor arrivals rose above 226,000 as terminal improvements and regional cruise calls continued.

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Aug 23, 2026

Alaska cruise programs expand focus on glaciers and wilderness

Cruise ships accounted for roughly two-thirds of Alaska’s estimated 2.7 million out-of-state visitors during the 2024 summer season.

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