Cruise lines are increasingly focusing their itineraries on their own private islands and resorts. Royal Caribbean says by 2027, 90% of its Caribbean cruises will sail to one of its in-house ...

Norwegian is paving the way for smoother Bahamas sailings in 2026 with the opening of its new pier at Great Stirrup Cay.

Increasingly, discerning travelers are turning to small-ship luxury cruises for exclusive, thoughtful experiences that were ...

Cruise line guests often rate their Caribbean “private island experience” highest in satisfaction for any port visited during their voyage. So not surprisingly, cruise lines are rapidly investing ...

Perfect Day at CocoCay is the clear winner in the Cruise Hive Awards for best private island for the fifth year in a row.

Cruise lines have long promised a taste of paradise, complete with white-sand beaches, turquoise seas and every comfort close at hand. In recent years, that vision has become more literal, as many ...

What makes the world of cruising so much fun is that the cruise lines are constantly innovating, seeking out new destinations and hopping on the latest trends. At Cruise Critic, we love to watch it ...

Planning a cruise to the Bahamas or the Caribbean for the first time? There's a concept with which you'll have to become familiar: The cruise line private island. Nearly every major brand has one, and ...

Oceania Cruises agreed to be acquired by Apollo Management, a New York-based private equity firm that is pledging to grow the three-ship cruise line by enlarging its fleet. The deal, valued at $850 ...