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By Jeri Clausing|December 4, 2025

Guests on the Pure Amazon enjoy luxurious accommodations, local Peruvian cuisine and guided wildlife outings.

By Teri West|November 23, 2025

Like sister ship Sun Princess, the Star offers refined spaces, like a glass dome over arena seating and the line's first...

By Teri West|November 22, 2025

With its newest cruise ship, Disney invites guests to embrace their sly affection for the villain, bringing an entirely new...

By Hector Fadraga|August 22, 2025

The Star of the Seas is big. Huge, even. But it wears its size well.

By Teri West|July 19, 2025

In a day filled with pomp and circumstance at Carnival's new private destination, a burst of fireworks and color exploded from...

By Felicity Long|July 15, 2025

Elegant design is a key feature of the ship. That said, even more important than the look of the restaurants is what's on the...

By Brittany Chrusciel|April 18, 2025

The MSC World America's thrill rides, comedy club and sports bar will appeal to Americans, but guests will also discover MSC's...

By Johanna Jainchill|April 10, 2025

The Aqua, cousin to Norwegian Cruise Line's first two Prima-class vessels, features the Aqua Slidecoaster and two new...

By Andrea Zelinski|December 14, 2024

Once upon a time, Disney operated a fleet of four cruise ships. The plot took a turn with the Wish-class ships, and the Disney...

By Nicole Edenedo|March 30, 2024

The resort vibe is strong on the newest ship to join Avalon Waterways' fleet and its first to sail the Douro River.

By Andrea Zelinski|March 14, 2024

True to its name, light is a significant feature on the Sun Princess. Its spaces were built for a multigenerational clientele.

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