Destinations emphasized the need to modernize port infrastructure, integrate shore-power systems, and enhance waste-management capabilities to reduce the environmental footprint of cruise tourism.
Princess Cruises announced a major expansion of its Caribbean and Panama Canal itineraries for the 2027-2028 seasons, adding 31 ports across five homeports and introducing a new destination named Celebration Key.
MSC Cruises has officially debuted in Texas, marking a significant step in the company’s U.S. market expansion.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has opened an inquiry into the death of a passenger who had been sailing on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship.
Despite a strong overall outlook for Caribbean cruising in late 2025, several ports—including St. Maarten—are reporting weaker-than-expected passenger spending as cruise ships resume full seasonal deployment.
A number of large cruise operators, including Carnival Corporation, Royal Caribbean Group, and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, are experiencing increased financial and operational pressure in 2025.