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Port Upgrades

Cruise ports worldwide are evolving with new terminals, expanded piers, and upgraded facilities. This hub highlights the latest port improvements and renovations, showing how these changes impact your embarkation, disembarkation, and overall cruise experience.

Holland America Line News

New Pickleball Courts Debut at Holland America’s Private Island

Donna Tunney -
Holland America debuts four pickleball courts at RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay, with lessons, tournaments, and new island upgrades.
MSC Cruises News

MSC Cruises Elevates Experience for Guests at Ocean Cay From 2026

Melissa Mayntz -
MSC Cruises is bringing new family-friendly entertainment options and wellness activities to Ocean Cay in 2026.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Cruise Line to Develop New Destination in Ensenada

Melissa Mayntz -
Carnival Cruise Line is set to develop a new private destination in Ensenada, the first on the Pacific Coast of Mexico.
Cruise News

Cruise News Update: Modified Plan, Overboard, Service Fees, and More

Donna Tunney -
Cruise Here is here to get you caught up on the biggest cruise news stories of thew week, including on Carnival, Marella Cruises, ports, and more.
Port News

New Traffic Alert as Texas Port Enters Busy Holiday Season

Donna Tunney -
Port of Galveston issues holiday traffic alert: roadwork impacts cruise terminals Dec 5–25, 2025. Key entry, exit, and parking details for Carnival, Disney & Princess guests.
Port News

Philadelphia Cruise Terminal Breaks Ground, Norwegian Jewel to Sail in 2026

Lissa Poirot -
PhilaPort has begun construction on a 16-acre terminal near Philadelphia International Airport, set to welcome Norwegian Cruise Line in April 2026.
Port News

Cruisers Could Face New $45 Fee Without REAL ID

Catie Kovelman -
Starting next year, US-based cruise guests who don’t have REAL IDs may have to pay a fee if they are flying to their embarkation port.
Royal Caribbean News

Ongoing Construction Delays First Royal Caribbean Beach Club

Catie Kovelman -
Royal Caribbean has cancelled at least one preview visit to the brand new Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in Nassau, Bahamas.
Port News

NYC Unveils Major Overhaul of Manhattan Cruise Terminal

Lissa Poirot -
New York City’s new Master Plan for the Manhattan Cruise Terminal outlines a multi-year rebuild of the 90-year-old facility, including the addition of shore power.
Royal Caribbean News

Progress Spotted at First Royal Caribbean Beach Club

Melissa Mayntz -
Exciting progress has been spotted at Royal Beach Club Paradise Island, but will the club be finished in time for its December opening?
Port News

Temporary Traffic Changes for Port of Galveston Road Construction

Lissa Poirot -
From now through December 5, 2025, cruise-traffic routes at Port of Galveston will be altered to accommodate road work.
Port News

Major Port Operator Moves Forward with $250 Million Cruise Projects

Lissa Poirot -
Global Ports Holding expands terminals in the Caribbean and Europe with upgrades set to open through 2027.
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