With exciting cruise itineraries set for the upcoming year and leading into 2027, travelers can look forward to exploring some of the world’s most breathtaking destinations on these cruise voyages around the globe.
Silversea Unveils 230 New Voyages
Silversea Cruises has introduced its 2026/2027 voyage collection featuring 230 itineraries across all seven continents. Spanning 131 expedition voyages to remote destinations and 99 ocean sailings, the collection includes over 400 destinations in 85+ countries.
“For 30 years, Silversea has pioneered destination-driven travel,” said Bert Hernandez, President of Silversea in a press statement. “‘A Deeper Look at the World,’ our new collection, immerses guests in iconic and lesser-explored destinations through enriching cultural experiences and luxury.”
Highlights include Rio’s Carnival, Japan’s cherry blossom season and flexible short itineraries like 7- to 10-day Caribbean voyages aboard Silver Ray, which sails from the Port of Miami for the first time. Guests will experience luxury aboard Silversea’s intimate ships, enhanced by S.A.L.T. culinary programs debuting across all ocean-going vessels in 2026.
Silversea’s 131 expedition voyages aboard Silver Endeavour, Silver Origin, Silver Cloud and Silver Wind cater to adventurous travelers. Notable journeys include:
- Grand South Pacific Expedition: A 76-day adventure aboard Silver Cloud explores 11 countries, from Fiji’s crystal-clear waters to Australia’s Kimberley coast.
- Antarctica Voyages: 40 expeditions include 6-day fly-cruise options and immersive 18-day sailings. Guests can also enjoy a pre-cruise stay at Silversea’s new hotel in Puerto Williams, Chile, opening in late 2025.
- Arctic & Greenland Voyages: Explore fjords, glaciers and Arctic wildlife, including polar bears and walruses, with 21 itineraries aboard Silver Endeavour and Silver Wind.
Silversea’s “Up to $5,000 Reasons to Sail” promotion includes savings of up to $5,000 per suite on select voyages booked by Feb. 28, 2025. Additional perks include reduced deposits, Venetian Society discounts and fare guarantees.
For more details, visit silversea.com.
Windstar Cruises Opens 2027 Japan Sailings
Windstar Cruises is responding to unprecedented demand for its 2026 Japan sailings by opening bookings for Spring 2027 earlier than planned and adding additional fall sailings. The surge in interest comes ahead of the debut of Windstar’s newest ship, Star Seeker, which joins the fleet in Dec. 2025.
The 10-night Grand Japan itinerary explores highlights of Japan from Tokyo to Kyoto, with a stop in Busan, South Korea. Guests will enjoy scenic cruising through the Inland Sea, visits to Nagasaki and Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Parks and stops at smaller ports like Takamatsu, known for its gardens, and Udon and Karatsu, home to its iconic castle.
Sailing five dates in Fall 2026 and seven in Spring 2027, the Grand Japan itinerary also offers optional extensions, including the Kyoto & the Zen of Japan Cruise Tour, featuring hot springs, traditional tea ceremonies and the Golden Pavilion. Spring sailings coincide with cherry blossom season, and Star Seeker’s balcony and infinity-window accommodations provide ideal views for sightseeing.
To celebrate the launch, Windstar is offering an Early Booking Offer, which includes a complimentary upgrade to all-inclusive fares—covering WiFi, gratuities, unlimited select drinks and $200 onboard credit per stateroom. The offer is valid through Feb. 28, 2025. Bookings require just a 15% deposit, with final payment due 120 days before sailing.
For more information, visit windstarcruises.com.
Oceania Cruises’ New Year Sale
Oceania Cruises is offering travelers its New Year Sale for voyages in 2025 and 2026. Bookings made from Dec. 11, 2024, through Jan. 31, 2025, will include up to a 4-category stateroom upgrade and the choice of one added amenity: free or reduced air, a premium drinks package (unlimited wine, beer and spirits) or a shipboard credit of up to $1,000 per stateroom. With over 100 sailings across various global destinations, guests can enjoy up to $5,700 in added value.
The New Year Sale showcases an array of global itineraries, ranging from 6 to 30 days, taking travelers to the Mediterranean, South America, Alaska, the Caribbean, Northern Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. Guests will experience Oceania’s small-ship luxury, gourmet dining and enriching onboard programming.
Oceania Cruises President Frank A. Del Rio emphasized the opportunity for travelers to plan their dream vacation, blending luxury with value. The sale also includes the “Your World Included” amenities, such as gourmet specialty dining, unlimited Starlink WiFi and gratuities.
Some highlighted sailings include:
- Idyllic West Indies: 11 days from Miami, exploring the Caribbean’s eastern islands.
- Alaska Reflections: 8 days from Vancouver to Anchorage, featuring iconic Alaskan landscapes.
- Mediterranean Allure: 10 days from Monte Carlo to Athens, with stops in Florence, Rome, Santorini and Antalya.
- Epicurean France & Iberia: 12 days from London to Barcelona, with extended stops in Bordeaux.
- Indian Ocean Opus: 24 days from Cape Town to Singapore, exploring South Africa, remote islands and Southeast Asia.
For more information, visit oceaniacruises.com.
