Cruising In 2026: Latin America’s Season Meets Mega Ships, Polar Demand, And Quiet Tech

2026-01-29 - 13:30

Key Points The 2026 newbuild wave adds about 33,000 berths, with investment estimated above $10 billion. Latin America is no longer just a stopover, as Brazil and Colombia scale ports and homeports. Cashless identities, immersive attractions, and Europe’s rising carbon costs are reshaping cruise economics. Cruising enters 2026 with two stories moving together. One is