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AmaWaterways Debuts in Colombia

6 days ago | cruisecritic.com | Jorge Oliver

(April 14, 2025) -- River cruise line AmaWaterways has officially made its debut in Colombia's Magdalena River with the arrival of AmaMagdalena. The 60-passenger ship was delivered on April 12 and was custom-designed in collaboration with Colombian craftspeople and woodwork specialists, including Cartagena's Ocean Projects.
Drew Barrymore Christens MSC Cruises Newest Ship, MSC World America, in Miami

1 week ago | cruisecritic.com | Adam Coulter

(April 9) – Screen superstar Drew Barrymore has officially named MSC World America, the latest megaship from MSC Cruises, in a dazzling ceremony in Miami. The actress and host of the Drew Barrymore Show toured the vessel before cutting the ribbon, sending a bottle of champagne to smash against the ship’s hull. Barrymore christened the ship at MSC's brand-new Terminal AA -- the world's largest cruise terminal -- in PortMiami.
Dirty Dancing to Debut on U.K.-based MSC Virtuosa

1 week ago | cruisecritic.com | Adam Coulter

(April 9) – Dirty Dancing in Concert will debut on U.K.-MSC Virtuosa in July, as well as two brand new productions in the Carousel Lounge. The iconic 80s movie makes its stage debut tomorrow on the line’s newest ship MSC World America, and combines a live band, singers and dancers in concert. MSC Virtuosa will be the only other ship in the fleet to host the production, which starts on July 10, ahead of the ship’s U.K. summer season.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Set to Charter Out Four Vessels

1 week ago | cruisecritic.com | Kerry Spencer

Norwegian Sky (Photo: NCL) Norwegian Sky (Photo: NCL)[5 a.m. ET] — Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) has announced two Norwegian Cruise Line ships, Norwegian Sky and Norwegian Sun, will be chartered to Cordelia Cruises in India from 2026 and 2027, respectively. The Sun-class vessels are two of Norwegian's oldest, with Norwegian Sky built in 2004 and Norwegian Sun built in 2001. The deal is part of a long-term charter agreement that includes the option to purchase the ships.
Azamara Launches Destination Immersion Elevated Initiative

1 week ago | cruisecritic.com | Jorge Oliver

(April 7, 2025) -- Azamara Cruises is aiming to 'own the night' with their newest initiative, Destination Immersion Elevated. The initiative consists of curated experiences that explore each destination through authentic local cuisine, cultural engagement, elevated excursions, and more. One of the ways Azamara has set out to deliver this mission is by introducing a new collection of 246 evening and overnight tours throughout the 2025-2026 season.
Ponant Announces Circumnavigation of Antarctica

1 week ago | cruisecritic.com | Jorge Oliver

Le Commandant Charcot. Photo courtesy of Ponant Le Commandant Charcot. Photo courtesy of Ponant(April 7, 2025) -- Ponant Explorations has announced a first-ever circumnavigation of Antarctica aboard the cruise line's icebreaker Le Commandant Charcot. The voyage from Ushuaia is scheduled to take place between January and March, 2028. The entire journey will navigate nearly 11,200 miles of Antarctic coastline, roughly 1.5 times the size of the United States.
Three New Ships Coming for Emerald Cruises

2 weeks ago | cruisecritic.com | Jorge Oliver

(April 7, 2025) -- Emerald Cruises is gearing up to welcome two new yachts and a river ship by 2027. The new oceangoing ships -- Emerald Raiya and Emerald Xara -- will each have capacity for 128 passengers and feature all-suite accommodations. The ships will also boast an expansive Sky Deck with private cabanas and a swim-up marina platform, as well as an open-air fitness area, a spa, multiple dining venues and a curated collection of water toys.
MSC World America Arrives in Miami for the First Time

2 weeks ago | cruisecritic.com | Chris Faust

(8 a.m. EST) -- The latest megaship to make a splash in Miami, MSC World America, arrived into the port on Monday morning, just after sunrise. The ship, which carries 6,752 passengers at full capacity, pulled into MSC's new home, Terminal AA at PortMiami. The structure, which opened in early February and hosted its ribbon cutting Saturday, is the world's largest cruise terminal.
Mediterranean Fly-cruises with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

2 weeks ago | cruisecritic.com | Jeannine Williamson

Balmoral at sea (Photo: Fred. Olsen)Sponsored by Fred. Olsen Cruise LinesWhen time is at a premium and you've only got a week or two for your holiday, or you simply want to make the most of your chosen destination, a Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Mediterranean fly-cruise is the perfect choice. While Fred. Olsen is well-known for its round-trip sailings from six departure ports around the U.K., it also offers the option of fly-cruises with less time spent at sea and more hours in port.
Oceania Cruises' Riviera to Homeport in Australia and New Zealand

2 weeks ago | cruisecritic.com | Bernadette Chua

Oceania's Riviera will be homeporting in Australia (Photo: Oceania Cruises)(April 3, 2025) -- Oceania Cruises has announced that its ship Riviera, will be sailing in Australia and New Zealand from November 2025 to March 2026. This season will focus on gourmet food and small-group shore excursions, as the line continues to showcase its reputation for excellent cuisine and intimate, immersive experiences. It will feature a variety of itineraries from 14 to 35 days.