The latest at sea

Cruise news, minus the fluff.

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

Oct 9, 2026Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Adds Two Mediterranean Sailings for Norwegian Aura

Bookings have opened for May 2027 voyages between Trieste and Piraeus following the ship’s anticipated early delivery.

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Oct 9, 2026Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean shares trade below 52-week high ahead of results discussion

The cruise company’s stock was quoted in European and U.S. trading on October 9, with a third-quarter results discussion scheduled for later in the month.

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Oct 9, 2026

P&O Cruises’ Arcadia to Join Holland America Line in 2029

The ship will conclude more than two decades with P&O Cruises through a farewell season ending in August 2029.

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Oct 9, 2026Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Aura adds two inaugural Mediterranean sailings for May 2027

Anticipated early delivery will allow Norwegian Cruise Line’s planned largest ship to begin service ahead of its previously announced program.

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