PLUS some first ever at sea features, including the only over-water swing ride at sea onboard MSC Cruises’ MSC World America and the largest Ice rink at sea onboard Royal Caribbean International’s Star of the Seas
Check out our Top 10 hottest picks due to launch in 2025 – which one will you choose for your 2025 getaway at sea
MSC World America
Launch Date: April 12, 2025
Tonnage: 215,863
Berths: 6,762
Planned Itineraries include year round sailing in The Caribbean
World America is the second of MSC Cruises' LNG-powered World-class ships, sister ship to World Europa and the first in the class designed & dedicated to the U.S. market. Sailing year round from Florida to the Caribbean, it will become MSC’s fourth new flagship to be deployed in the region
Norwegian Aqua
Launch Date: April 26, 2025
Tonnage: 156,300
Berths: 3,571
Planned Itineraries focus on The Caribbean
The fourth of six Prima-class ships from Norwegian Cruise Line, Norwegian Aqua will be the first next-generation Prima Plus class vessel. Launching April 2025, it will feature new-to-brand enhancements, including the most spacious accommodations in the fleet, the largest Haven complex, the Glow Court sports complex, and the Aqua Slidecoaster, the world's first hybrid waterslide and roller coaster.
Oceania Allura
Launch Date: July 2025
Tonnage: 68,000
Berths: 1200
Planned Itineraries include Europe & The Caribbean
Allura is the second in Oceania Cruises’ Allura Class, following Vista’s launch in 2023. Oceania are a firm favourite with foodies and put a prime focus on their culinary offerings. Allura will have a new crêperie, five specialty dining venues and one chef for every 10 guests on board. Jeff from our team sailed on the inaugural of Allura, check out our You Tube channel for some great video walkthroughs
Viking Vesta
Launch Date: July 2025
Tonnage: 54,300
Berths: 998
Planned Itineraries include Europe
A change in capacity for Viking Cruises popular ocean ships. Vesta is the 12th Ocean ship for Viking and the second in the new stretched range, after sister ship Viking Vella that launched in 2024, increasing from the usual 950 guests up to 998
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Royal Caribbean Star of the Seas
Launch Date: July 2025
Tonnage: 250,800
Berths: 7,514
Planned Itineraries will focus on the Caribbean
After the wildly successful launch of Icon of the Seas in 2024, this is the second ship in Royal Caribbean's Icon Class, Star of the Seas will no doubt be just as popular. With a build price around $1.1 billion, this is the most expensive ship on our list. Continuing with Royal Caribbean Internationals improved emissions efforts this new ship will also be powered by LNG and use fuel cell technology to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Virgin Voyages Brilliant Lady
Launch Date: September 5, 2025
Tonnage: 110,000
Berths: 2,770
Planned Itineraries include the Caribbean, Mexican Riviera & Alaska cruises
Brilliant Lady will offer 86 percent balcony cabins and 78 suites called Rockstar Quarters. There will be more than 20 complimentary dining options onboard, ranging from steaks and seafood to vegetarian, a test kitchen, Mexican, and a Korean barbecue. A big focus of the Virgin Adults Only experience is on wellness. Along with a spa and salon, Brilliant Lady will have an expansive fitness centre with a variety of complimentary fitness classes, workout spaces, and even a boxing ring
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Star Princess
Launch Date: September 26, 2025
Tonnage: 175,500
Berths: 4,300
Planned Itineraries include The Caribbean & Alaska cruises
The second in a new class of ship for Princess Cruises powered, in part, by LNG fuel. Star Princess will have many of the same features as the first Sphere class ship in the class, Sun Princess which launched in 2024
Highlights include over 29 bars and restaurants, 1,500 balcony cabins, and sun-lit terraces on the bow and stern of the ship overlooking the ocean, with an infinity pool and lots of places to relax. Emma from our team sailed on the inaugural of Sun Princess, check out our You Tube channel for some great video walkthroughs
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Celebrity Xcel
Launch Date: November 18, 2025
Tonnage: 140,600
Berths: 3,260
Planned Itineraries include Europe & The Caribbean
The fifth Edge-class ship, Celebrity Xcel will feature a new, more eco-friendly flex fuel engine. The number of Edge Single Staterooms with Infinite Verandas for solo travelers has been doubled, and The Retreat suite complex will also have expanded and improved spaces. The Xcel will have all of the much loved amenities of the previous Edge-class ships, but also brand new game-changing experiences, yet to be announced. Our team have sailed on both Edge & Bayond, check out our You Tube channel for some great video walkthroughs
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Disney Destiny
Launch Date: December 2025
Tonnage: 144,000
Berths: 4,000
Planned Itineraries include The Caribbean
Disney Destiny is the third of Disney Cruises' 4,000-passenger Wish-class vessels and will be a sister ship to Disney Wish that launched in 2022 and Disney Treasure that launched in 2024. Inspired by Walt Disney's love of exploration, these class of ships immerse passengers in some of the company's "most legendary" stories. Jeff from our team sailed on the inaugural of Disney Wish & Disney Treasure sailings, check out our You Tube channel for some great video walkthroughs
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Disney Adventure
Launch Date: December 2025
Tonnage: 208,000
Berths: 6,000
Planned Itineraries include year round cruises from Singapore
Set to be the largest ship in the Disney fleet and purpose built for the Asian market, this ship features an incredible amount of unique venues and activities. Disney Adventure will homeport in Singapore for her first five years and will offer a year round season of 3, 4 & 5 night getaways. A perfect combination with Hong Kong Disney to create a two centre magical getaway
