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This Caribbean Villa Has a Private Pool, Fresh Lobster Nearby, and It’s Right on One of the Best Beaches on the Island

Villa Do Dragon in St Barth.

There’s a stretch of sand in St. Barts where the afternoons feel slower than the rest of the island. The water at Flamands Beach stays wide and bright blue all day, the waves roll in softly enough for long swims, and the beach never gets crowded in the way people expect from St. Barts. You […]

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Luxury Cruise Demand Is Changing — And Advisors Are Being Asked to Match the Right Client to the Right Ship

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Luxury cruise clients are approaching bookings with a different mindset, and advisors are adjusting how they sell the category as a result. New consumer research provided by Cruise Specialists indicates that high-end travelers are no longer focused primarily on brand hierarchy when selecting a cruise. Instead, decisions are increasingly based on personal preferences, from onboard […]

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Azamara Cruises Is Giving Its Ships a Major Onboard Refresh

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Azamara Cruises is preparing its fleet for a major onboard refresh, one that touches nearly every part of the guest experience. The small-ship cruise line has unveiled Azamara Forward, a fleetwide renovation and enhancement program introducing new suites, redesigned dining and nightlife venues, refreshed staterooms, and upgraded public spaces, beginning with Azamara Quest in December 2026. The program […]

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NCL Just Launched Sales for Its New Caribbean Flagship: Norwegian Aura

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If you’re thinking about a Caribbean cruise that feels built around being outside — more sun decks, more open air, more room to spread out — Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship is designed with exactly that in mind. The line has officially opened bookings for Norwegian Aura, a new flagship vessel that will begin sailing seven-night […]


Azamara Cruises Is Giving Its Ships a Major Onboard Refresh

Oceania Cruises is giving travelers more flexibility with the way they experience its voyages. The luxury line has expanded its “Your World Included” program to feature two new perks on bookings made after Sept. 17, 2025: either a shore excursion credit or complimentary wine and beer during lunch and dinner. The move builds on Oceania’s […]

Nassau, Aruba and St Maarten Just Made the List of the World’s Most Beautiful Cruise Ports

A new global study has revealed the cruise ports with the most breathtaking arrival views — and three Caribbean destinations have earned a place among the world’s top 20. The research, conducted by UK-based AllClear Travel Insurance, reportedly used eye-tracking technology to measure which port views caught travelers’ attention first and held it the longest. […]

The Ultra-Luxury, Small-Ship Cruise Game Has a New Player: Orient Express

First there was Ritz-Carlton. Soon, Four Seasons. Now another iconic luxury brand is getting into ultra-small-ship cruising: Orient Express.  Beginning next year, Orient Express is launching what it’s calling the “world’s largest luxury sailing yacht” for a series of cruises that will include a season in the Caribbean.  Orient Express Corinthian, as the ship is […]

Four Seasons Yachts to Launch Bahamas Sailings in 2027

Four Seasons Yachts has officially added The Bahamas to its growing Caribbean portfolio, with a series of new sailings set for early 2027. The company’s 95-suite superyacht will embark on three exclusive round-trip, five-night itineraries from Miami, each centered around the stunning Exuma Sound. The voyages will operate between November 19, 2026, and January 31, […]

Carnival’s Celebration Key Has Beaches, Culture, and a Whole New Beginning for Grand Bahama 

It starts with the sound of a conch shell — and then the music rolls in. Junkanoo rhythms spill across the dock as 5,000 guests step off the Carnival Vista and into something new. Something built not just for vacations, but for rebuilding — built for Grand Bahama. Carnival Cruise Line has officially opened Celebration […]

The 6 Best Caribbean Cruises From Miami Right Now

Cruising from Miami has never looked better. With the port’s unmatched access to the Caribbean and a wave of new and reimagined ships on the water, it’s the perfect time to plan an escape. Whether you’re dreaming of a quick weekend away or a full week of sun-soaked island hopping, there’s a sailing that fits. […]

JetBlue’s Paisly Just Added Holland America, Cunard, Virgin Voyages and Oceania 

JetBlue’s tech-forward travel arm just made a serious move at sea. Paisly, JetBlue’s wholly-owned managed travel company, has officially expanded its cruise offerings with four major new partners: Holland America Line, Cunard, Virgin Voyages (which just made our list of the top cruises from Miami) and Oceania Cruises. For travelers booking through JetBlue Vacations, that […]

Royal Caribbean Is “Amplifying” Two Caribbean-Focused Cruise Ships 

Royal Caribbean is making a bold move for 2026, announcing a pair of ship amplifications for Caribbean ships that will bring a new wave of experiences to three of its most popular vessels: Harmony and Liberty of the Seas. As part of the cruise line’s ongoing Royal Amplified program, these upgrades are designed to bring […]

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