Cruise Ships based in the US - News and Discussions

Barcid said:
Planning a cruise trip with family. Need some recommendations to family cruises. Not necessarily US based. In fact SEA will be preferred. Some specific information I am looking for:
1. What are some of the best cruise companies in the world?
2. What are the best websites for booking cruises?
3. How do I get information about what experience I will get on cruises. I want to take my parents, so want to be cautious in terms of their comfort.
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I think for your parents you should go for the "WOW" factor over being "coddled".

I just watched this entire 1.5 hour video and I'm just floored.

Here I fast-forwarded to one of the mind-blowing areas:
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Icon of the Seas Ship Tour: AN OVERPRICED MONSTROSITY OR INCREDIBLE?​

This looks like an outerspace cruiser from a SciFi movie or a videogame.
 
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From Wed 20 Nov 2024
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20 Night Caribbean Celebration And Transatlantic Crossing
Ship Queen Mary 2

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From Thu 12 Jun 2025
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11 Night Alaska
Ship Queen Elizabeth

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33 Night San Antonio To Southampton
Ship Queen Anne

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Cunard Queen Anne Complete Ship Tour​

 
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Cunard Line - Wikipedia

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The Cunard Line (/ˈkjuːnɑːrd/) is a British shipping and cruise line based at Carnival House at Southampton, England, operated by Carnival UK and owned by Carnival Corporation & plc.[1] Since 2011, Cunard and its four ships have been registered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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Hamartia Antidote said:
I think for your parents you should go for the "WOW" factor over being "coddled".

I just watched this entire 1.5 hour video and I'm just floored.

Here I fast-forwarded to one of the mind-blowing areas:
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Icon of the Seas Ship Tour: AN OVERPRICED MONSTROSITY OR INCREDIBLE?​

This looks like an outerspace cruiser from a SciFi movie or a videogame.
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My wife and oldest was on Icon back in May. They like it less than Oasis class. Too crowded vs Oasis ships.
 
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My wife and oldest was on Icon back in May. They like it less than Oasis class. Too crowded vs Oasis ships.
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Well the ship is new. Expect them to milk it for every passenger they can squeeze in as possible.


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Demand for Royal Caribbean's new Icon of the Seas is exceptional and breaking records

Icon of the Seas won't begin sailing until January 2024, but she's already a home run for the cruise line.
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Demand for Royal Caribbean's new Icon of the Seas is exceptional and breaking records​

Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Michael Bayley talked about this fact, "Icon is literally the best performing new product launch we've ever had in the history of our business, and we're delighted with volume and rate and that really is a full 24 product."

"I know it's a brand new product and it's stunning, but it's really driving a huge amount of demand and great rate."
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..and the insanity is just getting started......the next Icon Class ships are even bigger

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Icon-class cruise ship - Wikipedia

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Star of the Seas – Float out at the Meyer Turku shipyard​

 
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Northwest Passage: Greenland to Alaska | Lindblad Expeditions | Expedition Cruises | Lindblad Expeditions

Our Northwest Passage cruise explores the Arctic from Greenland to Alaska, stopping at the most wild and rugged spots in the Canadian High Arctic. Read to learn more.
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Northwest Passage: Greenland to Alaska​

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Embark on an epic journey across the Northwest Passage from Greenland to Alaska, and follow in the footsteps of intrepid explorers who searched for centuries for a northwest route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Experience this epic quest aboard National Geographic Resolution and discover the otherworldly icescapes that challenged generations of adventurers.
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Lindblad Expeditions National Geographic Resolution Full Ship Tour​


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Lindblad Expeditions National Geographic Resolution Cabin Tour​

 
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In Alaska, Hurtigruten Takes Hybrid Approach to Expedition Cruising​

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Hurtigruten's Expedition ship MS Roald Amundsen in Tracy Arm, Alaska.
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MS Roald Amundsen - Ship Walkthrough​


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Roald Amundsen Tour & Roald Amundsen Review ~ Hurtigruten ~ Cruise Ship Tour & Review [4K Ultra HD]​

 
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Hurtigruten AS - Wikipedia

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Hurtigruten AS is a Norwegian coastal ferry service and cruise line headquartered in Oslo, Norway.[1] It is one of two companies currently operating Hurtigruten, the coastal ferry service along the Norwegian coast from which it takes its name.
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Costco Revealed it Sold a 150-Day World Cruise for $293K

Costco CFO reveals that the company sold a 150-day cruise for $293,000 through its Costco Travel.
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Costco Revealed it Sold a 150-Day World Cruise for $293K


During an earnings call on December 12, 2024, Costco’s Chief Financial Officer Gary Millerchip shared that the company sold a $293,000, 150-day, around-the-world cruise through its Costco Travel services.

This specialty side of Costco offers cruises, vacation packages, and rental cars to its members.

While revealing fun facts about the travel business, including that Costco Travel “sold enough rental cars to fill every US Costco parking spot 8.5 times,” Millerchip dropped the bombshell sale.

“Our largest cruise booking last year was a 150-day around-the-world cruise starting from Fort Lauderdale and making stops in places like the Galapagos and Easter Islands,” he said.

“The total price was $293,000 for two in the Owner’s Suite cabin and added values on the booking included a shipboard credit of $13,000 and a Costco shop card worth $25,000,” he continued.
 
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Star of the Seas Becomes Most Anticipated New Cruise Ship for 2025

Royal Caribbean's Star of the Seas wins in the Cruise Hive Awards as the most Anticipated New Cruise Ship for 2025!
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Star of the Seas Becomes Most Anticipated New Cruise Ship for 2025

Star of the Seas, Royal Caribbean’s second Icon-class ship, is the Most Anticipated New Cruise Ship of 2025 in the Cruise Hive Awards, garnering nearly 30% of reader votes.

The outcome is not surprising, considering that the line’s first Icon-class vessel, Icon of the Seas, which debuted in January 2024, was the most anticipated new cruise ship of that year. Indeed, Icon of the Seas was voted the Best Cruise Ship of 2024.

Star of the Seas is under construction at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland, and due to enter service in late August 2025. Like Icon of the Seas, now the largest cruise ship sailing, Star of the Seas will be 248,663 gross tons with a guest capacity of 5,610 at double occupancy.

When she debuts, Royal Caribbean will have the distinction of operating the world’s two largest cruise ships.

Star of the Seas will offer eight neighborhoods, each offering distinctive amenities, venues, and services, such as the exciting AquaDome entertainment and dining area; Chill Island, for those seeking a laid-back vibe; Thrill Island, where adventure rides await; the family-friendly Surfside; and longtime Royal Caribbean favorites like Royal Promenade and Central Park.

The new ship will homeport at Port Canaveral, Florida, and offer 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises. Undoubtedly, most itineraries will include a call at Royal Caribbean’s popular Perfect Day at CocoCay private destination.

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In fact, Perfect Day at CocoCay was named Best Cruise Line Private Island in the 2024 Cruise Hive Awards.

Cruises aboard Star of the Seas opened for sale in December 2023, with a launch date of August 24, 2025. However, two months later the line announced a delay in construction would push the ship’s launch back to August 31, 2025.

No specific reason for the delay was offered, but the line was forced to cancel the ship’s inaugural 7-night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day cruise scheduled to depart Port Canaveral on August 17, 2025.

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Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas

The Cruise Hive Awards were launched in 2014. Voting for this year’s winners opened in mid-October 2024, with seven award categories. All voting is by Cruise Hive readers, who had a choice of 13 ships in the Most Anticipated New Cruise Ship category.
 
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Star Of The Seas Construction update 3 | DRONE 4K​

 
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MSC Cruises Unveils Winter 2026-2027 with Seven Ships from U.S. Ports | Porthole Cruise and Travel News

The cruise line will deploy seven ships in the region, offering a variety of itineraries throughout the Caribbean, the Bahamas, and more.
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MSC Cruises Unveils Winter 2026-2027 with Seven Ships from U.S. Ports​


MSC Cruises has launched Winter 2026-2027 sales, featuring getaways from four U.S. departure ports. The cruise line will deploy seven ships in the region, offering a variety of itineraries throughout the Caribbean, the Bahamas, and more.

Key highlights of the season include:

  • MSC World America: 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from Miami, with additional options on two other ships.
  • MSC Grandiosa and MSC Seashore: Sailing from Port Canaveral to the Caribbean and the Bahamas.
  • MSC Meraviglia: Departing from New York City to Florida and the Bahamas.
  • MSC Seascape: Sailing from Galveston to the Western Caribbean.
  • MSC Poesia: A coveted Panama Canal cruise from Seattle to Miami after its inaugural Alaska season.
  • Transatlantic MSC Grand Voyages: Aboard MSC Grandiosa and MSC Meraviglia.
Most itineraries will stop at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, MSC’s private island in the Bahamas, featuring pristine beaches and various activities.

Lynn Torrent, EVP & Chief Commercial Officer, MSC Cruises USA, said: “We’re making it easier than ever for people to say ‘Let’s Holiday’ with MSC Cruises, whether they’re longtime cruisers or trying us out for the first time. Our commitment to the U.S. market is stronger than ever. It’s creating more options for our guests and generating a wave of exciting opportunities for our valued Travel Advisor partners. Deploying some of our newest and largest ships from an expanding list of homeports gives vacationers more ways to enjoy our unique mix of European style and American comfort on everything from a quick weekend getaway to a once-in-a-lifetime voyage.”

RELATED: MSC Cruises Enhances MSC Virtuosa’s Entertainment Lineup

Full deployment details include:

Sailings from Miami:

  • MSC World America
    • 7-night Western Caribbean: Including Isla de Roatan, Honduras; Costa Maya, Mexico; Cozumel, Mexico; and Ocean Cay.
    • 7-night Eastern Caribbean: Including Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; San Juan, Puerto Rico; and Ocean Cay.
  • MSC Poesia
    • 20-night Panama Canal: Starting with a Seattle-to-Miami cruise on September 28, 2026, including ports like Seattle, Los Angeles, and Cartagena, Colombia. Full schedule coming soon.
  • MSC Seaside
    • 3- and 4-night Bahamas: Featuring Ocean Cay and Nassau.
Sailings from Galveston:

  • MSC Seascape
    • 7-night Western Caribbean: Including Costa Maya and Cozumel.
Sailings from New York City:

  • MSC Meraviglia
    • 7-night Caribbean & Bahamas: Ports include Port Canaveral, Nassau, and Ocean Cay.
    • 19-night MSC Grand Voyage from Barcelona to NYC starting October 20, 2026, with ports such as Alicante, Gibraltar, and Boston.
Sailings from Port Canaveral:

  • MSC Seashore
    • 3- and 4-night Bahamas: Including Nassau and Ocean Cay.
  • MSC Grandiosa
    • 7-night Western Caribbean: Including Nassau, Ocean Cay, and Cozumel.
    • 7-night Eastern Caribbean: Including Nassau, Ocean Cay, and Puerto Plata.
    • 14-night MSC Grand Voyage from Barcelona to Port Canaveral on October 31, 2026, visiting Funchal, San Juan, and Miami.
Will you be sailing with MSC Cruises in 2026-2027? Let us know in the comments!
 
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INSIDE The MSC World America Cruise Ship! FIRST LOOK!​

 
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