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Port Canaveral and Florida cruise line news, new itineraries, and sailing updates.
Six Small Changes That Can Improve Your Next Cruise
A frequent Royal Caribbean cruiser shares simple ways to find more space, quieter moments and easier port days.
Royal Caribbean Plans Halloween Fun on October Sailings
Royal Caribbean says October 2026 sailings will feature costume events, family activities and Halloween-themed entertainment.
Disney Destiny Begins Sailing From Fort Lauderdale
Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship began sailing from Fort Lauderdale in November 2025.
Disney Cruise Line Adds Destiny and Adventure to Its Fleet
Disney says the two additions expand its cruise capacity by about 50% compared with last year.
Leak Floods Hallway and Cabins on Port Canaveral Cruise
Royal Caribbean says affected Harmony of the Seas guests were moved and compensated after a ceiling leak.
Disney Wonder Returns After 14-Day Dry Dock in Victoria
Disney Cruise Line completed more than 100 maintenance and refresh projects aboard the Disney Wonder.
Disney Cruise Line Updates Concierge Gift for Disney Destiny
A refreshed concierge lithograph now includes Disney Destiny, while Disney Adventure remains absent.
Disney Wonder Completes Two-Week Dry Dock Refresh
Disney Cruise Line says the Disney Wonder received new carpet, a hull coating and crew-area improvements during dry dock.
Disney Reveals Disney Wonder’s 14-Day Dry Dock Overhaul
Disney Cruise Line says nearly 1,000 crew and cast members completed more than 100 projects aboard the Disney Wonder.
Water Leak Floods Cabins on Harmony of the Seas
A reported burst pipe flooded a Deck 10 corridor and several cabins during a Port Canaveral sailing.
Carnival Sticks With Cruises, Not All-Inclusive Resorts
Carnival says its private destinations will remain additions to its cruise business, not a move into resort ownership.
What to Know Before Booking a Repositioning Cruise
These one-way voyages can offer longer itineraries and value, but require flexibility with travel plans.
Larry Pimentel Takes FIU Cruise Executive Role
The longtime cruise executive will lead a new industry advisory board at Florida International University in Miami.
Disney Cruise Fare Codes: What GTY, IGT, OGT and VGT Mean
Disney Cruise Line’s guarantee and restricted rates can lower fares, but they may limit stateroom choice and flexibility.
Royal Caribbean Revises Cruise Cancellation Penalties
New cancellation tiers take effect Oct. 11, including earlier 50% penalties on many longer cruises.
Disney Believe Reveal Will Detail 2027 Ship’s First Sailings
Disney Cruise Line will announce the Disney Believe’s homeport, itineraries and venues in an October 7 livestream.
Royal Caribbean Seeks Its Next Chief Meteorologist
Royal Caribbean Group is hiring a weather specialist to help guide fleet operations during severe conditions.
Royal Caribbean Warns of Debit Card Holds on Cruise Accounts
Royal Caribbean’s onboard account holds can reduce a debit card’s available checking balance during and after a sailing.
Disney Believe Ship Details Set for October 7 Reveal
Disney Cruise Line will preview its ninth ship, including its homeport, itineraries and onboard venues, in an October livestream.
More Than 100 Men Join Hawaiian Shirt Prank on Star of the Seas
A coordinated red Hawaiian-shirt surprise brought more than 100 unsuspecting men together aboard Royal Caribbean’s newest ship.
Royal Caribbean Tests App-Based Room Service on Star of the Seas
Royal Caribbean is testing in-app room service ordering aboard Star of the Seas, according to guest reports.
Oktoberfest Beer Mug Arrives on Disney Fantasy
A one-liter Leinenkugel Oktoberfest mug is now sold exclusively at O’Gill’s on the Disney Fantasy.
Nor’easter Delays Independence of the Seas Departure
Royal Caribbean’s Independence of the Seas will remain in Cape Liberty overnight before a delayed Bermuda sailing.
Royal Caribbean to Take 50% Stake in Sandals Resorts
Royal Caribbean’s reported $3 billion Sandals Resorts deal is expected to close in early 2027.