Atlas Ocean Voyages has announced that Polar Expeditions to Antarctica, beginning October 2027 through March 2028, are now available for booking. Featuring 23 expedition departures, including six extraordinary Holiday voyages, this season introduces enhanced amenities, including new Junior Suites and expanded Fly the Drake options. Guests will enjoy the luxury of Atlas’ expedition yacht fleet—World Traveller and World Navigator—with fewer than 200 fellow explorers on board.
“Antarctica remains the crown jewel of expedition travel, and we are excited to unveil our most diverse season yet,” shares Atlas Ocean Voyages President and CEO James Rodriguez. “With new itineraries, enhanced amenities, and exclusive savings opportunities, our 2027/2028 season offers travelers unparalleled ways to experience the Seventh Continent.”
On board Atlas Ocean Voyages’ sleek expedition yachts, guests will embark on journeys ranging from 9 to 12 nights, with selected longer itineraries. Most expeditions sail round-trip from Ushuaia, Argentina. In contrast, others offer Fly & Sail options from King George Island, allowing guests to bypass the Drake Passage or experience it one-way. Every voyage includes a pre-cruise hotel night stay and private charter air for seamless convenience. Explorers will also enjoy Zodiac safaris, captivating landings, and wildlife encounters guided by Atlas’ expert expedition team.
Highlights of the 2027/2028 Antarctica Season:
Exploring the Last Continent: 11-night round-trip from Ushuaia aboard World Traveller, departing November 10, 2027, and March 6, 2028. Best available fares from $12,520 per guest with up to 20% bonus savings.
Drake Fly & Sail: 9-night voyage aboard World Navigator, sailing Ushuaia to King George Island, departing November 19, 2027. Best available fares from $13,098 per guest with 10% bonus savings.
Antarctic Discovery: 9-night round-trip from Ushuaia aboard World Traveller, departing March 8, 2028. Best available fares from $10,498 per guest with 20% bonus savings.
Holiday Expeditions: Six festive voyages across the season, offering unique opportunities to celebrate amid Antarctica’s pristine landscapes.
NEW! The Explorers Table
A recent addition to each Antarctica sailing aboard Atlas Ocean Voyages is The Explorers Table. This exclusive omakase-style dining experience for up to 10 guests features global culinary highlights from Spain, Korea, France, Argentina, and North America. The multi-course tasting menu is elegantly paired with a selection of premium wines and served in the Dome Observation Lounge with stunning scenery of Antarctica serving as a majestic backdrop. Limited reservations are available at $179 per person and may be reserved beginning 60 days before sailing.
Premium activities are now available for booking, providing more opportunities to personalize your voyage with once-in-a-lifetime experiences, such as kayaking among icebergs and whales, or camping overnight on shore.
Limited Time: Special Savings
For a limited time, guests can save up to 30% Bonus Savings and may also combine with our Explorer’s Choice offer, available through December 31, 2025. With Explorer’s Choice, travelers can elevate their journey by selecting one of three valuable amenities: a $2,000 air credit per stateroom, a convenient pre-night Hotel stay or Land Package in Buenos Aires, or enhanced unlimited Wi-Fi for seamless connectivity throughout their expedition.
For information and reservations, call a travel advisor or 1.844.44.ATLAS or visit www.AtlasOceanVoyages.com.
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection announces the appointment of Ernesto Fara as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Fara succeeds Jim Murren, who will continue to serve as Executive Chairman.
“It’s been a privilege to lead The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection during such a meaningful chapter. Since joining, we’ve expanded from one to three yachts and established a strong foundation for continued global growth,” said Murren. “This brand was created to redefine luxury travel at sea, and that vision has resonated with guests who are looking for a more personal, thoughtful way to explore the world. Ernesto embodies that promise deeply, and I have every confidence he will carry it forward with care and clarity.”
As the brand continues to evolve the guest experience, expand its fleet presence, and define the future of luxury travel at sea, this transition supports the company’s ongoing growth and position at the forefront of the ultra-luxury cruise category. Fara’s strategic direction and proven record in performance execution will guide innovation and ensure the company delivers the highest standards of hospitality and guest satisfaction.
Fara joined The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection in 2020 as CFO and Board Member, bringing extensive leadership experience in the luxury cruise industry across business development, sales and marketing, and operations. He oversaw company strategy and financial operations before being promoted to President in 2023. As President, Fara has led guest experience, operations, finance, sales, marketing, and technology. In his capacity as CFO, he oversaw the development and financing of the company’s newest yachts, Ilma and Luminara, which launched in September 2024 and July 2025.
“I’m honored to step into this role at such an important stage for The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. With the successful launch of our third yacht, Luminara, and our continued expansion into new regions, we’re entering a thoughtful next phase of growth,” said Fara. “I want to thank Jim for his leadership and partnership over the past few years. He’s played a central role in shaping the brand, and I’m committed to carrying forward the vision we share for creating immersive and unforgettable guest experiences at sea.”
Get To Know The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection redefines luxury at sea, seamlessly blending the legendary service and refined amenities of The Ritz-Carlton® with the freedom and elegance of yachting. Offering bespoke voyages across the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, the Caribbean, Asia-Pacific, and Alaska, the collection provides exclusive access to sought-after and hidden destinations, paired with serene accommodations, unparalleled onboard experiences, and curated excursions ashore that ignite curiosity and discovery at every turn.
The collection’s inaugural yacht, Evrima, launched in October 2022 and measures 624 feet, featuring 149 airy suites with private ocean-view terraces that accommodate up to 298 guests in an intimate and elegant ambiance. Ilma, the second superyacht, debuted in September 2024, spanning 790 feet and showcasing 224 spacious, light-filled accommodations for up to 448 guests, cultivating an extraordinary experience on the water. Luminara, which set sail in July 2025, continues this legacy, introducing new itineraries to both iconic cities and secluded harbors.
Each yacht reflects contemporary craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail, boasting some of the highest employee-to-guest and space-to-guest ratios at sea. Guests enjoy highly personalized service, world-class dining, The Ritz-Carlton Spa®, a signature marina that connects them directly to the ocean, and an atmosphere of relaxed sophistication that fosters connection throughout the journey. Private charter options are also available for fully tailored and unforgettable moments.
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So you got a great deal on that Caribbean cruise. Scouring the Internet, checking with a travel agent or booking directly with the cruise line, you saved a pile of money on the cruise fare.
Cruise Travel Hacks
Happy that price includes port charges, taxes and fees, you can now board the ship. Doing anything onboard? That’s another story. That will cost you but not have to break the bank.
Booze! – No Smuggling Needed
Most cruise lines allow guests to bring aboard a bottle of wine to celebrate a special occasion. While replacing that cheap grocery store wine with vodka probably won’t work (but it might be worth a try), there are real vintages that are ‘better’ than others.
If ‘better’ means maximizing the effects of alcohol on your human body, skip the grocery store and go to a wine store.
Ask for wine with a higher alcoholic content to use in wine cocktails. There will be plenty of choices. The standard 750ml wine bottle holds about 19 shots of liquid. Do the math.
Better Service With Cash In Hand
Most big ship cruise lines automatically add the suggested amount of gratuities on a daily basis. At the end of the cruise, those are supposedly divided up among the crew members. That’s fine, allow that if you want to or feel the need, but be aware of the flexibility possible with this system.
Because this is still called a gratuity, you can still have them removed, choosing instead to tip the crew as you feel necessary. Start that process on day one, tipping as you go to room stewards, bartenders and waiters. Money still talks.
Play Their Game Or Get Off The Ship
Three Cruise Travel Hacks That Still Work 6
Those new to travel by cruise ship really have nothing to compare to. It’s the old timers who have sailed for ten or more years that fondly remember the olden days when more was included in the price. A better mindset: it is what it is.
If a more inclusive experience is what you want, there are a number of cruise lines doing that. Some offer inclusive pricing that often totals up to not all that much more than your inexpensive nothing-is-included cruise fare + what you paid onboard.
While it is indeed possible to walk on a big ship cruise and not spend one cent more on the experience, most travelers do. Actually, an increasing number of cruise travelers spend as much or more onboard than they paid for the ticket to board. What used to be called “nickle and diming” us to death is just business as usual these days.
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Carnival Cruise Line debuted new ads for the “Find Your Fun Again” campaign starring Emmy-winning actor, author, and humorist Nick Offerman. The campaign is the first under the cruise line’s new brand platform, “Carnival Is Calling,” which launched on Nov. 1. Offerman serves as the face of the campaign – or more specifically, the gruff craftsman who found his grin.
“Find Your Fun Again” leverages Offerman’s sense of humor to tackle a perceived fun deficit currently in America. Raised in a family of cruisers and Carnival fans and known for his serious face and hidden sense of mischief, Offerman skillfully balances deadpan humor and playfulness. The ads were co-written with Offerman’s team of Parks and Recreation writers to make it unmistakably him.
Nick Offerman leads Carnival Cruise Lines’ new campaign, Find Your Fun Again. Nick Offerman leads Carnival Cruise Line’s new campaign, Find Your Fun Again (Credit: Carnival Cruise Line)
“We believe Nick Offerman is the best person to be our ‘unlikely hero of fun.’ His signature blend of wry humor and credibility is the perfect way to deliver our message,” said Amy Martin Ziegenfuss, chief marketing officer of Carnival Cruise Line. “Nick’s personal mission, which aims to get kids off their screens and start creating projects, aligns with our vision of encouraging people to get out, reconnect, and find their fun again, with Carnival.”
Find Your Fun Again
Offerman joins a long line of Carnival celebrity spokespeople and brand ambassadors, including Shaquille O’Neal, Guy Fieri, Emeril Lagasse, Jonathan Bennett, and of course, Kathie Lee Gifford, who launched Carnival and cruising into a mass market consumer brand and lifestyle.
Find Your Fun Again campaign (Credit: Carnival Cruise Line)
This campaign was made possible by Cabin, Carnival Cruise Line, Coffee & TV, EG+Team, Initiative, Meredith Jenks Photography, O Positive, Omnicom Production, and TBWA\Chiat\Day NY.
Carnival is Calling (Credit: Carnival Cruise Line)
For additional information on Carnival Cruise Line and to book a cruise vacation on Carnival, call 1-800-CARNIVAL, visit www.carnival.com, or contact your favorite travel advisor or online travel site.
A cruise passenger received an unscheduled swim on Sunday, 16th November 2025, after slipping from the pier beside Norwegian Encore during the ship’s unexpected call to Nassau.
Norwegian Encore had originally been due to spend the day at Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian Cruise Line’s private island.
Rough seas made tendering unsafe, forcing the 4,000-guest ship to divert to the Bahamian capital instead.
While guests were returning to the vessel that afternoon, a man lost his footing and fell into the water between the pier and the ship – a narrow but hazardous gap occupied by floating rubber fenders.
Videos shared on social media show the man clinging to a life ring as onlookers shouted for assistance. Within moments, crew members arrived with a ladder and pulled him from the water.
There are no reports of injury, and it remains unclear whether the man was a guest, crew member, or port worker.
Witnesses told local media they believed he either slipped from the dock or missed his step while approaching the gangway.
Why Falls From Piers Happen More Easily Than You Think
Although piers may appear safe, the space between a dock and a cruise ship can be surprisingly dangerous.
Cruise ships never sit flush against the pier, as direct contact would damage both the hull and the dock. Instead, large rubber bumpers float between the two structures.
Gaps between these bumpers can be several feet wide – more than enough space for an adult to slip through.
Gangways have railings, but the very start or end of the ramp is typically positioned above these gaps.
A brief lapse in attention, such as checking a mobile phone or misjudging a step, can be all it takes.
The good news is that the same rubber bumpers that protect the ship also create a buffer, reducing the risk of being crushed, provided the person stays afloat and calm. The greater danger is for anyone who cannot swim or panics, as they may drift beneath the pier or hull.
Other Recent Pier Incidents
Falls from cruise docks are rare but not unheard of:
August 2025: A guest on the preview sailing of Star of the Seas walked backwards while filming the ship and stepped straight off the pier.
June 2025: A person in Juneau, Alaska deliberately jumped from the dock – apparently attempting to film a viral stunt.
Slippery surfaces, uneven wooden planks, high winds, and simple distraction are the most common causes of pier mishaps.
A Reminder For Cruise Travellers
While this latest incident ended without injury, it serves as a reminder for guests to take extra care when walking along piers, avoid distractions near the water’s edge, and use gangways cautiously.
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From now through December 15, 2025, Celebrity Cruises is offering resident rates to cruises who live in 17 states and Canada.
The resident rates are good on six Celebrity cruise ships and 45 different sailings to the Caribbean that depart from November 2025 through April 2026.
If you live in one of the following 17 states and Canada, you can take advantage of these Caribbean cruise deals that offer up to $400 of each sailing.
Alabama
Arizona
California
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Michigan
Nevada
New Jersey
New York
North Carolina
Ohio
South Carolina
Tennessee
Texas
Virginia
Washington
The seven ships that have resident rates are Celebrity Apex, Celebrity Constellation, Celebrity Eclipse, Celebrity Reflection, Celebrity Silhouette and Celebrity Summit.
To see a complete list of cruises that are eligible for resident rates, you can see those here.
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This week’s special offers from Disney Cruise Line include sail dates from this week into June 2026. There are 113 different sail dates, available with special offers available across the fleet for sailings from Auckland, Fort Lauderdale, Galveston, Melbourne, Port Canaveral, and San Juan.
The Disney Dream leads the fleet with 66 sailings, followed by the Disney Wish which remains at 35 sailings, Disney Magic dropped 1 to 26, the Disney Fantasy is up 1 to 25, Disney Treasure held at 19, and the Disney Wonder holding steady with 10 sailings this week.
The Florida Resident rate dropped 1 to 50 sail dates, the US Military Personnel offer is up 3 to 60 cruises, and the Canadian Resident offer dropped 2 to 71 sail dates. The special bonus US Military offer for $250 onboard credit was announced last week for select sailings in 2026.
Be on the lookout for some additional offers for those that served. Last month, The Walt Disney Company revealed they will will unveil 2026 offers sometime in November for Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, and Disney Cruise Line for eligible service members in appreciation of their service and in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. If I had to guess, this week may be the announcement with Veterans Day tomorrow on November 11th.
The special offers listed below are available to book today while inventory lasts.
Special Offers for U.S. Military Personnel
Special Rates for U.S. Military Personnel (MTO) are limited to 50 staterooms per category and sailing. Pricing varies, the lowest priced category per person per night listed below. New sailings added this week are in bold. To take advantage of military cruise rates, at least one adult in each stateroom must provide Proof of Military Service. Please note: This offer cannot be combined with any other special offers or discounts. Valid for new bookings only.
Disney Dream
3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Lookout Cay • Nassau, Bahamas
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • At Sea
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • At Sea • Nassau, Bahamas • Castaway Cay
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • At Sea • Lookout Cay • Castaway Cay
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • At Sea • Castaway Cay
5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Castaway Cay • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • At Sea
Disney Fantasy
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Castaway Cay • Lookout Cay • At Sea
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • At Sea
5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Castaway Cay • Lookout Cay • At Sea
5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • At Sea • Castaway Cay
5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • Castaway Cay • At Sea
5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • At Sea • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • Castaway Cay
Disney Magic
4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston Galveston, Texas • At Sea • Progreso, Mexico • At Sea
5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston Galveston, Texas • At Sea • Cozumel, Mexico • Progreso, Mexico • At Sea
Disney Treasure
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • At Sea • At Sea • St. Thomas, USVI • Tortola, British Virgin Islands • At Sea • Castaway Cay
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • At Sea • At Sea • Tortola, British Virgin Islands • St. Thomas, USVI • At Sea • Castaway Cay
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • At Sea • Cozumel, Mexico • Grand Cayman • At Sea • Lookout Cay • Castaway Cay
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • At Sea • Cozumel, Mexico • Grand Cayman • Falmouth, Jamaica • At Sea • Castaway Cay
Disney Wish
3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Castaway Cay
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Castaway Cay • Lookout Cay • At Sea
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • At Sea
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Castaway Cay • At Sea
Disney Wonder
10-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Auckland ending in Sydney Auckland, New Zealand • Tauranga, New Zealand • At Sea • Napier, New Zealand • Wellington, New Zealand • Christchurch (Lyttelton), New Zealand • At Sea • Fiordland National Park, New Zealand • At Sea • At Sea
5-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Auckland Auckland, New Zealand • At Sea • Wellington, New Zealand • Christchurch (Lyttelton), New Zealand • At Sea
5-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Melbourne ending in Auckland Melbourne, Australia • At Sea • At Sea • At Sea • At Sea
Special military rates are available to retired and active US military personnel (and their spouses), including US Coast Guard, US National Guard and US Military Reserves. Members of the US National Guard or the US Military Reserves (or their spouses) must show active-duty orders dated January 1st of the previous year to qualify. Third and fourth Guest prices valid with 2 full-fare Guests in the same stateroom. Rates may vary by sail date and category. Other restrictions may apply. Other categories and sail dates may be available. To take advantage of military cruise rates, at least one adult in each stateroom must provide Proof of Military Service. Active and retired members (or spouse) of the US military must provide valid identification at time of check-in. Valid for new bookings only.
Special Offers for Florida Residents
Special Rates for Florida Residents (FLR) are limited to 50 staterooms per category and sailing. Pricing varies, the lowest priced category per person per night listed below. New sailings added this week are in bold. Please note: This offer cannot be combined with any other special offers or discounts. Valid on new and existing reservations.
Disney Dream
3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Lookout Cay • Nassau, Bahamas
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • At Sea • Castaway Cay
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Lookout Cay • Castaway Cay • At Sea
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • At Sea
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • At Sea • Nassau, Bahamas • Castaway Cay
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • At Sea • Lookout Cay • Castaway Cay
5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Castaway Cay • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • At Sea
Disney Fantasy
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Castaway Cay • Lookout Cay • At Sea
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • At Sea
5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Castaway Cay • Lookout Cay • At Sea
5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • At Sea • Castaway Cay
5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • Castaway Cay • At Sea
5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • At Sea • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • Castaway Cay
Disney Treasure
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • At Sea • At Sea • St. Thomas, USVI • Tortola, British Virgin Islands • At Sea • Castaway Cay
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • At Sea • Cozumel, Mexico • Grand Cayman • Falmouth, Jamaica • At Sea • Castaway Cay
Disney Wish
3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Castaway Cay
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Castaway Cay • At Sea
To take advantage of Florida residency cruise rates, proof of Florida Residency for at least one adult in each stateroom must be presented at time of check-in. Guests unable to show proper proof of Florida residency at check-in will have their cruise re-priced and the balance must be paid before being allowed to sail.
Proof of residency must be valid at the time of sailing, and includes the following:
Florida Driver’s License
Florida Identification Card
If you do not have one of the IDs indicated above, then you must provide one of the following—dated within the past 2 months—verifying a Florida residential address and your name, along with a corresponding, valid government-issued photo ID (such as passport, driver’s license, state identification card):
Monthly mortgage statement
Renter’s lease agreement
Current automobile registration, insurance policy or bill
Current homeowner’s insurance policy or bill
Current utility bill (power/phone/cable/water)
Mail from a financial institution, including checking, savings or investment account statements
Mail from a federal, state, county or city government agency
Note: property deeds and P.O. boxes are not considered acceptable proofs of residency.
Children’s rates are also available to Guests ages 3 through 12 that are traveling with 2 adults in the same stateroom.
Canadian Resident Rates
Special Rates for Canadian Residents with savings on prevailing rates as quoted on Disneycruise.com for non-concierge Verandah, Oceanview, and Inside Staterooms on select cruises. Pricing varies, the lowest priced category per person per night listed below. New sailings added this week are in bold. Proof of residency is required an you must mention the special offer code CAN when booking. NOTE: Offers may be applied to existing bookings if requested when calling in. This offer cannot be combined with any other special offer or discounts, or onboard credits.
Disney Dream
3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Lookout Cay • Nassau, Bahamas
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • At Sea
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • At Sea • Castaway Cay
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • At Sea • Lookout Cay • Castaway Cay
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Lookout Cay • Castaway Cay • At Sea
5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • At Sea • Castaway Cay • At Sea
Disney Fantasy
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • At Sea
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • At Sea • Nassau, Bahamas • Castaway Cay
5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • At Sea • Lookout Cay • Nassau, Bahamas • At Sea
5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • Castaway Cay • At Sea
5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Castaway Cay • Lookout Cay • Nassau, Bahamas • At Sea
Disney Magic
4-Night Baja Cruise from San Diego San Diego, California • Catalina Island, California • Ensenada, Mexico • At Sea
4-Night Baja Cruise from San Diego San Diego, California • Ensenada, Mexico • At Sea • At Sea
4-Night Pacific Coast Cruise from San Diego to Vancouver San Diego, California • At Sea • At Sea • At Sea
4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston Galveston, Texas • At Sea • Progreso, Mexico • At Sea
5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston Galveston, Texas • At Sea • Cozumel, Mexico • Progreso, Mexico • At Sea
Disney Treasure
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • At Sea • Cozumel, Mexico • Grand Cayman • Falmouth, Jamaica • At Sea • Castaway Cay
Disney Wish
3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Castaway Cay
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Castaway Cay • At Sea
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • At Sea • Lookout Cay • Castaway Cay
Disney Wonder
3-Night Baja Cruise from San Diego San Diego, California • Catalina Island, California • Ensenada, Mexico
3-Night Baja Cruise from San Diego San Diego, California • Ensenada, Mexico • At Sea
4-Night Baja Cruise from San Diego San Diego, California • At Sea • Catalina Island, California • Ensenada, Mexico
The Canadian Resident rate excludes suites and categories with restrictions (VGT, OGT, and IGT). Proof of Canada residency will be required at time of check-in. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses are not included. If booking through Disney Cruise Line’s Contact Center, you must mention code CAN. Offers may be applied to existing bookings if requested by caller. This offer cannot be combined with any other special offer or discounts, or onboard credits. Offer valid for new and existing reservations.
Please note, the offers listed are not to be taken as official quotes. Prices and availability can change at any time without notice. More importantly, the deals listed above are a snapshot in time based on DCL’s online cruise search tool.
Last but certainly not least, I wanted to invite you to consider joining us on an upcoming DCL Blog Group Cruise! Next August 2026, we are heading to Fort Lauderdale to sail to the Western Caribbean on the all new Disney Destiny. Click here to learn more out this group opportunity and check out our daily trip reports from our most recent group sailing to Alaskan on the Disney Wonder. We look forward to seeing you aboard.
Princess Cruises will have a ship float at The Rose Parade on January 1, 2026 that will be a floral replica of their newest ship, Star Princess.
The next world-famous Rose Parade will take place in Pasadena, California on January 1, 2026. Since Princess Cruises has been named as the #1 cruise line to Alaska, their float will capture the awe and beauty of the 49th state.
The float will showcase towering glaciers shimmering in icy blues, soaring bald eagles, spouting humpback whales, and bears salmon fishing – all crafted from thousands of fresh flowers, seeds, bark and natural elements.
The design reflects the breathtaking landscapes, rich cultures and unforgettable wildlife encounters that define a Princess Alaska cruise.
The float will also showcase Princess second Sphere-Class ship, 177,800 gross ton, 4,300-guest Star Princess.
The cruise ship has standout venues including The Dome, a next-generation relaxation and entertainment space atop the ship; and sphere-shaped Piazza, the architectural centerpiece of the ship with its dramatic curves, floor-to-ceiling windows, and sweeping ocean vistas.
Marie Lee, Princess Cruises Chief Marketing Officer, gave the following statement about the float in The Rose Parade:
“We’re thrilled to welcome the new year by sharing the wonder of Alaska with millions of people watching the Rose Parade. Our spectacular float celebrates Alaska’s natural, breath-taking beauty and honors Star Princess, our newest ship, your gateway to discovery and unforgettable moments at sea.”
Mark Leavens President, 2026 Pasadena Tournament of Roses, added:
“It is an honor to welcome Princess Cruises, Los Angeles’ Hometown cruise line back to the Tournament of Roses Parade. For more than a century the Rose Parade has celebrated community, creativity, and the enduring spirit of hope that brings people together. Princess Cruises embodies that same spirit by inspiring travel and connecting guests to the most memorable destinations. We’re delighted to have them join this cherished celebration that continues to captivate millions of viewers around the globe each New Year’s Day.”
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Royal Caribbean is bringing the cruise duck craze onto their next and third Icon class ship, Legend of the Seas.
The Duck Carousel will be on Royal Caribbean’s next new cruise ship, Legend of the Seas
When Legend of the Seas debuts next summer, it will have a duck themed carousel in Surfside. Surfside is a neighborhood on the ship that is dedicated just for families with young children.
Royal Caribbean is calling the carousel the Duckie-Go-Round.
The carousel will have at least nine different ducks that will range from Captain Quack to two that have yet to be named.
The ducks that will be featured on the carousel are:
Captain Quack, master of the high seas
Bella, has a sweet tooth for ice cream and churros
Roo, the thrill-seeking duck of the flock
Puddles, loves Royal Bay (largest pool at sea) and the FlowRider
Rosie, love Surfside, the neighborhood for families
Coco, love sea says and soaking up the sun
Marco, loved the water slides and pools
Two yet to be named
Royal Caribbean recently allowed cruisers to vote on the name of the Explorer Duckie. The four options were Kona, Miles, Flip and Atlas.
Legend of the Seas will debut on July 11, 2026, a seven-night roundtrip cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy that will visit Naples, Barcelona, Palma De Mallorca and Marseille.
After a season of sailing in the Mediterranean, the ship will head to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida in the fall of 2026 for cruises to The Bahamas and Caribbean.
In the spring of 2027, Legend of the Seas will head back to Europe for the summer season.
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Contrary to common myths about cruise ships and the industry as a whole, these floating resorts offer one of the cleanest and most thoroughly tested environments on the planet.
With 44 days still left in 2025, at least 24 cruise ships have scored a perfect 100, according to CDC health inspection reports. So far, at least 191 ships have had surprise inspections, with an average score of almost 96%.
The Ultimate Pop Quiz: How Ships Earn a Perfect 100
Earning a score of 100 from the CDC is no cake walk. These thorough health checks are conducted by the CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) without any prior warning or heads up. This means that the crew must always be ready when their ship is pulling into a U.S. port.
It’s the ultimate “pop quiz” for crew members, and a perfect score shows a detailed, day-in, day-out commitment to cleanliness. I’ve seen some crew members stressed out over the possibility of an inspection and the kind of pressure it puts on them. It’s definitely not easy, but these workers are the real backbone of your seamless vacation.
Inspectors look through every area that could impact public health. They’re not just glancing around. They’re looking for perfection in everything from:
Food Safety: Ensuring proper temperature control, preparation, and storage in the galleys (kitchens), and that all equipment is clean.
Water Systems: Monitoring the entire water system, from sourcing to purification, to guarantee it’s safe for everyone onboard.
Immaculate Public Spaces: Checking that pools, spas, medical facilities, children’s areas, and cabins are disinfected and maintained to the highest standards.
Even a minor slip-up, like a cleaning log missing a signature or a fridge being a degree off, can cost points. So, when a ship scores a perfect 100, it’s a huge testament to the crew’s dedication.
A score of 86 or higher is considered “satisfactory,” which truly puts the 24 perfect scores into perspective. Only one ship failed to score an 86 or higher: Villa Vie Odyssey which was tested in July of this year and scored an 81.
Top Performers of 2025
While the entire cruise industry deserves credit for its impressive 96% average score, some cruise lines have multiple scores of 100.
Royal Caribbean is leading the charge, with 5 inspections that have resulted in a perfect 100 this year. Disney Cruise Line and Viking both received 3 perfect 100 scores as well.
Other cruise lines with more than one perfect CDC score in 2025 include Celebrity Cruises, Holland America Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Oceania Cruises.
All 24 Ships That Scored a Perfect 100
Curious about which specific ships earned a perfect 100? Here is the complete list of all 24 cruise ship inspections in 2025 that aced their inspections:
Royal Caribbean:Icon of the Seas
Royal Caribbean:Jewel of the Seas
Royal Caribbean:Ovation of the Seas
Royal Caribbean:Utopia of the Seas
Royal Caribbean:Adventure of the Seas
Disney Cruise Line:Disney Magic
Disney Cruise Line:Disney Treasure
Disney Cruise Line:Disney Wish
Viking:Viking Neptune
Viking:Viking Orion
Viking:Viking Sea
Celebrity Cruises:Celebrity Silhouette
Celebrity Cruises:Celebrity Solstice
Holland America Line:Rotterdam
Holland America Line:Westerdam
Norwegian Cruise Line:Norwegian Escape
Norwegian Cruise Line:Norwegian Star
Oceania Cruises:Oceania Allura
Oceania Cruises:Oceania Vista
Carnival Cruise Line:Carnival Luminosa
Crystal Cruises:Crystal Serenity
Lindblad Expeditions:National Geographic Venture
MSC Group:Explora I
Virgin Voyages:Valiant Lady
Bottom Line
The next time you read a headline about a cruise ship being a floating petri dish or an article trying to convince the public that norovirus is more common on a cruise ship than on land (which is patently false), remember the kind of dedication that goes into keeping these vessels clean and safe.
There’s a reason cruise lines want you to wash your hands before you enter the buffet area. And while some will make an annoying habit out of how they remind you to wash your hands, just know they are working just as hard behind the scenes to have an even higher standard of cleanliness.
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