It’s an exciting time in the world of luxury cruising! Cruise enthusiasts can look forward to a vast array of new ships making their maiden voyages in 2026 and 2027. From expansive ocean-liners to intimate, ultra-luxury yachts, there’s an incredible number of new ships coming for you to discover.
With a host of new technologies, improved and reimagined onboard spaces and a range of innovative new suite classes amongst just some of the features coming soon to the seas, your favourite luxury cruise lines are paving the way to an exciting future for cruise travel.
Bringing the signature Emerald Cruises yacht-style serenity to the Indian Ocean, Emerald Raiya will sail for the Seychelles in December 2026, taking guests on luxury island adventures like never before. Intimate and personal, Emerald Raiya will host just 128 guests on board in all-suite accommodations, maximising space and comfort on a ship designed with bright light and a contemporary, airy ambiance at the forefront.
Embrace those moments when time seems to stand still as you spend long afternoons lounging by the top-deck pool, slowing down in the onboard spa or soaking in the luxury of yacht-style cruising as you relax in open-air lounges. The marina platform brings your trip to life, offering snorkelling and paddling equipment or simply an innovative space to unwind by the sea.
Explora Journeys have developed a signature style that brings something unique and spectacular to luxury cruising, and EXPLORA IV will continue to build on the stellar reputation for the cruise line. Continuing the sustainability focus seen with the launch of EXPLORA III, EXPLORA IV will be LNG powered and innovatively designed to reduce the impact on the environment, protecting our planet so that we may continue to explore it.
Woven into every journey and showcased in every onboard space, guest wellness takes centre stage. Explore thermal areas, outdoor spaces with relaxation showcased in each aspect of their designed, and tailored programmes for fitness and wellbeing. Residential-style suites offer your perfect haven for longer voyages – a true sanctuary at sea for the refined cruiser.
The newest addition to the Explora Journeys fleet, EXPLORA V, will take to the seas in 2027 for her inaugural season in the Mediterranean. With the intimacy of a private yacht and the elegance of ultra-luxury cruising, she will intertwine refined design, attentive service and immersive destination exploration for a cruise experience that exceeds expectations.
Emphasising space, light and connection with the open seas, EXPLORA V will showcase expansive outdoor public spaces, luxurious interiors and cutting-edge features. Her debut season will include itineraries sailing the historic treasure troves and golden coastlines of the tranquil Mediterranean, before journeying east to the Red Sea and Arabian Peninsula to join EXPLORA I in pursuit of dramatic landscapes and rich, ancient heritage.
The first in a brand-new class for the cruise line, Seven Seas Prestige is anticipated to redefine indulgence in the luxury cruise industry. Impressive in size yet with only approximately 800 guests on board, Prestige promises generous open spaces, expansive amenities and suites that feel like your own luxury residence on the ocean.
One of four new suite classes, the Skyview Suite is a highlight of this innovative new vessel, offering luxury accommodation unlike anything seen before. A haven of space and light, these suites will offer spectacularly sweeping ocean views from panoramic windows, a private in-suite elevator leading to an expansive private Skyview Terrace, plus beautifully refined decor throughout the spacious living area.
A brand-new Mediterranean dining venue, Azure, will introduce a unique mezze-style dining experience, specially curated to foster connection and community – a first-of-its-kind concept for the Regent Seven Seas fleet.
Evolving in style and design, Emerald Xara continues to forge a bold new path into the future of yacht cruising with Emerald Cruises. Anticipated to make her debut in the Mediterranean in April 2027, this intimate yet spacious ship will showcase inviting and innovative social spaces that blend the indoors with the outdoors, refined yet relaxed dining venues, including al fresco options, and an exciting marina platform equipped for paddleboarding, snorkelling and more adventures by the sea.
An innovative step towards a sustainable future for cruise, EXPLORA III will be the first LNG-powered ship for the cruise line, combining a forward-thinking approach with signature Explora Journeys style. Look forward to serene and calming neutral interiors, airy design that prioritises light and space, and ocean-facing suites with terraces designed to offer a true outdoor living space.
Embrace contemporary luxury, choosing from an exceptional selection of onboard bars, lounges and dining venues, alongside beautifully designed wellness spaces with calm and serenity at the heart.
A venture into a new ship class for Oceania Cruises, Sonata will elevate the signature Finest Cuisine at Sea to new and extraordinary heights, promising brand-new dining concepts, elegant interiors and a wealth of open space. The cruise line’s signature dining venues will expand, with greater room for guests to enjoy world-renowned dishes, alongside an increase in stateroom and suite size for greater comfort and luxury. Elevated, enhanced and extraordinary, Sonata represents Oceania’s signature style made even greater.
If you’re keen to explore these exciting new ships, call our luxury cruise experts today and secure your suite!
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