International cruise line, HQ in Florida; flagship of Carnival Corp & plc; largest by passengers carried
Repositioning cruises are one-way journeys that move ships between seasonal routes, often at discounted rates and with longer days at sea. They can be cheaper per day than traditional cruises but come with fewer ports. Popular itineraries include Atlantic crossings and moves between the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Asia-Pacific.
A 16-year-old has been detained after a judge revoked pretrial release and treated the case as if the suspect is an adult. He faces charges including first-degree murder and aggravated sexual abuse related to a death on a Carnival Cruise ship. The suspect will be held in a juvenile facility while facing federal charges; prosecutors say the crimes are severe.
Luxury hotel brands are entering the cruise space, offering mega-yacht-like experiences on shorter, curated itineraries. The trend includes brands like Four Seasons, Orient Express and Aman, moving beyond traditional cruise models as ultrawealthy travelers seek exclusive, shipboard living with extensive amenities.