The future of cruises looks bright. North Americans still go on more cruises than any other nationality, but in a few years' time, the Chinese, who, as of this week, can now opt for a vacation on the homegrown company HNA Cruises' liner Henna, may overtake them.

Oceans TV, a leading provider of in-cabin TV entertainment content to cruise lines, announced today that Royal Caribbean International has extended satellite TV channel agreements for two of the cruise line’s ships.

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. has signed a multi-year, distribution agreement with Sabre Travel Network, making all of Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Club Cruises' fares and schedules available in the Sabre global distribution system (GDS). Sabre Travel Network provides technology to the travel industry.