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Carnival Tropicale Will Homeport in Galveston in 2028

Carnival Cruise Line is bringing another brand-new Excel-class ship to Texas. Carnival has announced that Carnival Tropicale, the cruise line’s fifth Excel-class ship, will homeport in Galveston when it is delivered in 2028. The new…

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Holland America Returns to Alaska in 2026 with New Excursions, Glacier Experiences and Fresh Onboard Offerings

Holland America Line is kicking off its 2026 Alaska season on April 25 with the arrival of Eurodam in Seattle, and the cruise line is introducing several new experiences for guests sailing to the Great…

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Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas Begins Sea Trials Ahead of July 2026 Debut

Royal Caribbean’s newest cruise ship, Legend of the Seas, has reached an exciting milestone ahead of its highly anticipated launch in July 2026. The cruise line announced that the third ship in its Icon Class…

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20 Things Experienced Cruisers No Longer Pack for a Cruise in 2026

Knowing what to pack for a cruise gets a lot of attention, and rightfully so. But knowing what not to pack? That might actually save you more headaches. Overpacking is one of the most common…

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12 Cruise Secrets Your Cruise Line Won’t Tell You (But You Need to Know)

There’s a certain moment most cruisers know well. You’re somewhere around day six of a seven-night sailing, sun-kissed and relaxed, when it hits you: why didn’t anyone tell me this before? Whether it’s a money-saving…

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