(Holland America) ​At 106 years old, World War II Navy Nurse Alice Beck Darrow has sailed into history aboard Holland America Line’s Westerdam. On a 28-day Legendary Glaciers and Volcanoes voyage, Alice is joined by her daughter and son-in-law for what is already the trip of a lifetime. But this journey carries a deeper mission: when the ship arrived in Honolulu, Alice personally donated a powerful symbol of resilience to the Pearl Harbor National Memorial Museum—a bullet that once rested in her husband’s heart.

(Press Release) Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – (September 17, 2025) – Riviera Travel, the leader in ultra-premium river cruise, ocean yachts, and land global travel for more than 40 years, today unveiled plans for the first-ever cruise ship dedicated entirely to solo travelers. Beginning in June 2027, MS George Eliot will exclusively sail solo departures on the Danube, Rhine and Moselle rivers marking the first time a cruise ship has devoted its entire season to solo guests.

(Press Release) ​VALENCIA, CA – September 16, 2025 – Reflecting its commitment to providing entertainment and gastronomy experiences as grand as the voyage itself, luxury cruise line Cunard is unveiling a new program of exclusive offerings aboard Queen Elizabeth during select 2025-2026 Caribbean voyages. These include a spectacular lineup of culinary experiences that continue to raise the standard of dining at sea, alongside nearly 120 limited-time theatrical performances, ensuring that every voyage is as much a feast of the senses as it is a luxury journey across oceans.

(Press Release) ​LONGBOAT KEY, FL (September 16, 2025) – This holiday season, two icons of luxury hospitality--The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort and The St. Regis New York—unveil a once-in-a-lifetime celebration: The St. Regis City to Seaside Escape. Pairing sun-soaked Gulf Coast elegance with Fifth Avenue’s Gilded Age grandeur, the exclusive itinerary offers an opulent passage between two festive getaways. Designed to eliminate the stress of holiday travel, the experience features BLADE helicopter transfers to a private jet between New York and Sarasota, with The St. Regis Longboat Key’s Bentley house car providing seamless airport pickup – all infused with signature St. Regis rituals and timeless refinement.

(Press Release) MIAMI, Sep. 15, 2025 – Carnival Cruise Line announced today enhancements to the new Carnival RewardsTM loyalty program for all current Diamond and Platinum guests and all guests who reach Diamond and Platinum level prior to the new program’s launch date of June 1, 2026.

(Press Release) ​MIAMI, FL – Sept. 15, 2025 – Fresh off her dazzling New York debut, Virgin Voyages’ newest ship, Brilliant Lady, has been turning heads with her epic arrival moment on the Hudson and series of showcase events. Next month, on Oct. 17, she’ll trade the fall foliage for palm trees as she makes her highly anticipated Miami arrival. Marking the start of her Caribbean season, the eight-night Miami MerMaiden will blend big city buzz with tropical energy, headlined by none other than Grammy-nominated artist and culinary creator Kelis.

(Press Release) Crystal announced today the next sailing in its celebrated ‘Crystal on Broadway’ series, a voyage pairing world-class cruising with the artistry of key Broadway notables, including exceptional performances and a special workshop of “Ever After The Musical.” The sailing will depart from New York (Bayonne) on Oct. 31, 2025, aboard Crystal Serenity, offering guests a fall foliage spectacle along New England and Canada. The nine-day voyage will call in Newport, Provincetown, Boston, Portland and Saint John, New Brunswick, before returning to New York on Nov. 8, 2025.