Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has highlighted continued investment in the river cruise sector, with 21 new ships set to enter service in 2027. All details correct at the time of publication (19 October 2026). The new vessels will operate across waterways around the world. These include the Rhine, Danube,
TUI River Cruises has announced its biggest season launch ever for summer 2028. The programme introduces two next-generation new-build ships, TUI Zora and TUI Velara, on the Rhine, Moselle and the Danube and takes TUI Elara to a brand-new river, the Seine. *All details correct at time of publication (19
Royal Caribbean is offering up to £565 off room rates on sailings departing on or after October 21, 2026. *All details correct at time of publication (19 October 2026) Up to £565 off applies to new, individual and named group bookings at prevailing rates on Sailings departing on or after
MSC Cruises has announced a one-off mini cruise from Southampton on MSC Meraviglia next May. *All details correct at time of publication (16 October 2026) Departing 26 May 2027, the 3-night cruise from Southampton visits Zeebrugge in Belgium and Cherbourg in France. Prices start from £440 per person, and bookings open at
Virgin Voyages has announced a series of new onboard dining experiences across its fleet and private Beach Club at Bimini, including collaborations with two leading chefs and refreshed menus at two of its signature restaurants. *All details correct at time of publication (16 October 2026) The adults-only cruise line has
Royal Caribbean is expanding its 2028-29 Europe lineup, offering more ways to explore the Mediterranean, Northern Europe and the Canary Islands across seven ships. *All details correct at time of publication (15 October 2026) For the first time, holidaymakers can explore Europe any time of year on Rhapsody of the
