The latest at sea

Cruise news, minus the fluff.

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

Analysts lift Royal Caribbean ratings and price targets

The cruise company’s second-quarter 2026 revenue increased from a year earlier, while earnings per share topped the consensus estimate.

Anthem, Ovation, Serenade and Voyager of the Seas will offer Alaska itineraries beginning in April 2028.

Vision of the Seas is scheduled to reposition to San Juan before returning to Baltimore in May 2027.

The limited-time deal covers 58 Mediterranean, Alaska and transatlantic departures scheduled between May and October 2027.