Tag: New Cruise Ships

Royal Caribbean Announces Discovery Class Ships Debut in 2029

Chris Cardona
Royal Caribbean - Discovery Class

Royal Caribbean Group and Chantiers de l’Atlantique Form Strategic Alliance for Next-Generation “Discovery Class” Fleet SAINT NAZAIRE, FRANCE – Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) has formalized a strategic agreement with the renowned Chantiers de l’Atlantique (CdA) shipyard to pioneer the Discovery Class, a new category of cruise vessels designed to set a new benchmark for immersive global travel. This multi-vessel agreement includes two firm ship orders—scheduled for delivery in 2029 and 2032—with options to construct four additional ships in the future. Redefining the Guest Experience The Discovery Class is engineered…

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Introducing Norwegian Aura: NCL’s Largest and Most Radiant Ship

Chris Cardona
Norwegian Aura - Great Stirrup Cay

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has officially opened sales for its newest and most ambitious ship to date: Norwegian Aura. Launching in late May 2027, this record-breaking vessel will debut in Europe before heading to its permanent homeport in Miami in June 2027.   At 1,130 feet long and 169,000 gross tons, Norwegian Aura is 10% larger than its sisters, Norwegian Aqua and Norwegian Luna. Designed with families in mind, the ship features Ocean Heights, a massive open-air complex that transforms from a daytime adventure hub into a glowing nighttime lounge.…

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MSC Cruises Opens Bookings for MSC World Atlantic

Chris Cardona
MSC World Atlantic

MSC Cruises Opens Sales for All-New MSC World Atlantic, Sailing from Port Canaveral in November 2027 MSC Cruises has officially opened bookings for its latest World Class vessel, MSC World Atlantic, which will begin sailing from Port Canaveral in November 2027. The ship will offer alternating 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises to highly sought-after destinations, including the line’s private island, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve in The Bahamas. The MSC World Atlantic will feature MSC Cruises’ signature blend of sophisticated European flair and American-style comfort, complete with several new…

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Celebrity Cruises Expands Fleet with Celebrity Xcel Delivery and Teases the Next Ship: Celebrity Xcite

Chris Cardona
Delivery of Celebrity-Xcel

Celebrity Cruises Accelerates Fleet Expansion: Xcel Delivered, Next Ship Xcite Begins Construction Celebrity Cruises took a giant leap forward today in redefining premium cruising, officially taking delivery of its newest Edge Series ship, Celebrity Xcel, and simultaneously launching the next era by cutting the first piece of steel for Celebrity Xcite. This twin milestone event at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard solidifies the brand’s commitment to innovation and elevated guest experiences. A New Era of Design: The Celebrity Xcel Celebrity Xcel, which officially joins the fleet, is the latest iteration…

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Endless Entertainment Awaits on Celebrity Xcel

Chris Cardona
Celebrity Xcel - Entertainment

Celebrity Xcel to Offer Celebrity Cruises’ Most Expansive Entertainment Lineup When the Celebrity Xcel launches in November, it will debut the most extensive and varied entertainment program in the brand’s history, featuring over 75 resident performers and a host of new, immersive experiences designed to “spark connection and delight from morning to night,” according to Lisa Lehr, Vice President of Entertainment for Celebrity Cruises. Spectacular Stage Productions The ship’s new lineup is anchored by three mainstage shows in The Theatre. Developed by industry-leading creative minds, these productions feature Celebrity’s largest-ever…

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