Swan Hellenic will sail the Asia Pacific region for the first time in 2026 following the return of SH Minerva which was out of operation for three-years due to sanctions against its previous leasing company, and its ties to Russia.

Following the success of its 2025 debut, COMO Hotels and Resorts has confirmed the return of its ultra-luxury Arctic experience, COMO Journey: Into the Arctic, with two exclusive departures set for May and September 2026.

The introduction of a new series of suites, branded under the name the Concierge Collection, is part of Atlas Ocean Voyages’ plan to enhance its cruise offering by blending space with refined in-suite touches and exclusive perks.

PONANT EXPLORATIONS State Manager for Victoria and Tasmania Annabelle Brown hosted an exclusive famil aboard Le Lapérouse on a recent voyage from Oslo to Copenhagen.

Lisa Kauffman has joined Azamara Cruises as Chief Marketing Officer, as the cruise line continues its destination-focused approach.

Crystal has unveiled its highly-anticipated By Abercrombie & Kent, an exclusive partnership with travel pioneer and sister brand Abercrombie & Kent.

A&K Sanctuary has shared details of its fifth riverboat set to sail the Nile in 2026, touting Nile Seray as its “most sophisticated and spacious yet”.

Seabourn’s 94-day Grand Pole-to-Pole journey, its first ever expedition world cruise aboard Seabourn Venture, is already seeing strong sales since its launch at the start of the month.

Australian cruise virtuoso, Nicole Costantin, has reassumed her regional leadership position solely with Explora Journeys, LATTE can reveal.

Ponant Explorations says its tradition of “French refinement at sea,” led by its gastronomy will reach a pinnacle in 2027. Available aboard Le Commandant Charcot, home to Nuna—the only Alain Ducasse restaurant at sea—Ponant will be introducing a partnership with Le Club des Chefs des Chefs, touted as “the world’s most prestigious gastronomic society.”

Internova Travel Group has launched 2025-2026 Distinctive Voyages Planner, filled with departures beginning this month. “Distinctive Voyages” come with complimentary amenities and the services of an affiliated travel advisor host.

Aqua Expeditions — part of the PONANT EXPLORATIONS GROUP – has revealed new details of its sixth vessel, Aqua Lares, which will operate primarily in the Seychelles. The new vessel was first announced by Aqua Expeditions 13 months ago, however few details were provided on the yacht itself. At that time, the new expedition yacht had been earmarked to debut in December 2025.