Royal Caribbean International plans to be in Cuba for most of 2017. The Miami-based line added eight sailings on Friday for voyages from Tampa through Nov. 4, the latest dates of any U.S. cruise line.

The cruise decision-makers were particularly interested in the possibility of creating a new beach-focused, outer-island style of cruise destination on the sister island of Barbuda.

Cunard’s Queen Victoria just made its first voyage on the Amazon, becoming the largest passenger ship to ever sail the river.

Apple Vacations will offer weekly cruises from Montego Bay to Cuba starting next month aboard the Celestyal Crystal.

Ocho Rios, Falmouth and Montego Bay have started welcoming almost two ships per day and this is quite a noticeable leap as compared to last season.

The two new ships are designated for the company’s Holland America Line and Princess Cruises brands.