Regent Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled a a fresh line-up of guest speakers and entertainers, part of its efforts to enrich the travel experience for “curious” guests.

Just weeks after announcing its first ship, luxury residential cruise operator Crescent Seas has confirmed Oceania Cruises’ Oceania Insignia will become the second vessel for its fleet in 2027, with a further three ships expected in the next five years.

The successful launch of the troncone, the forward lower section, of Explora Journeys’ EXPLORA IV has taken place at a ceremony at Fincantieri’s Palermo shipyard in Sicily, marking an important milestone om the ship’s construction.

Windstar Cruises has added a second solar eclipse cruise for 2026, this time aboard 148-guest Wind Spirit in the Mediterranean, after its first eclipse voyage, to take place in Iceland, sold out quickly.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is gearing up for a bumper few months as the highly anticipated launch of its 2028 World Cruise approaches, with bookings for its newest vessel, Seven Seas Prestige, opening soon after, followed by the release of its 2027-28 program.

Passengers aboard Oceanwide Expeditions’ Antarctica – Beyond the Polar Circle – Wilkins Ice Shelf – Aurora Australis voyage were treated to an extraordinary sight on the night of 25-26 March 2025, when the Aurora Australis, or Southern Lights, lit up the Antarctic sky in a breathtaking display.

HX Expeditions is gearing up to celebrate its 130th anniversary in 2026, with a range of special offers, exclusive activities and memorable moments throughout the year that invite guests to be a part of this milestone occasion.

A collection of destination-inspired luxury scarves and resort wear has debuted on board five Seabourn ships thanks to a collaboration between Hematian Family Duty Free (HFDF) and sustainable fashion brand PeppaRose.

PONANT EXPLORATIONS’ Le Commandant Charcot will visit Australia for the first time in February 2026 as the final destination of an Antarctic semi-circumnavigation, and the starting point of an exploration of Eastern Antarctica.

Chef Nobu Matsuhisa will join one of Crystal’s special 35th anniversary cruises this July, hosting a series of ultra-exclusive onboard dinners.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has welcomed its new Business Development Manager for Queensland and Western Australia Claire Simon to its team.

Hurtigruten’s goal of operating an emission-free vessel on the Norwegian coast by 2030 is closer within reach thanks to the recent completion of a significant phase in its Sea Zero project.