So who is getting ready to book for 2026/27?

[Lastdance]

2 hours ago, Josie201 said:

I put a hold on the 14 day June 2026 Norwegian Fjords/Arctic Circle in an SV.  I need a day or two to decide if the additional $3K over the Sky Princess is justified.  We prefer Celebrity, but $3K buys our airfare, pre cruise hotel and more.  And the Princess fare includes the Premium package. 

 

 

I did the same: sunset suite and sunset veranda...very pricey for both, but my DH said to get what I wanted.  Looks like Celebrity is going for our gold!

[hawkesbaynz]

Yikes! Not cheap. Off the Ascent a couple of weeks ago and purchased a Future Cruise Certificate (reduced deposit and OBC thingy). Thought we just had to get back on the Ascent in Summer 2026.

 

Reviewing the Apex prices at approx £250 - £307 ($330-$407) a night for an IV with AI. This compares with the Sky Princess Med cruise in September 2026 already booked in a deluxe balcony with their AI Plus package at £171 ($227) a night. Both with military discount at 10%.

 

Okay I prefer the Ascent but not up to 80% more if prices are similar to the Apex fares. The Sky Princess is a great ship too.... and better drinks on the standard package.

[WrittenOnYourHeart]

15 minutes ago, Lastdance said:

 

I am unable to see these cruises...which ships, as the dates/months do not show up?

Mine is Apex. I just put in month (August 2026) and they showed up (I did limit the port to Southampton once I saw all the ones to be released today popping up.

[MechE31]

I'm not seeing the edge new Zealand cruise on 12/21/26. Is anyone able to see it?

[t18c97]

We had a Transpacific booked for 4/26 (SYD-HNL) but changed it to a 9/26 (HNL-SYD) sailing. We had a Celebrity suite booked but was able to get a Royal Suite for the same price by rebooking for the later date, since we booked the 4/26 cruise fairly recently the prices were higher then first day pricing as expected. Now the very long wait for that cruise 

[island lady]

4 hours ago, gordylad said:

was hoping to see some fall ta's on the site but not so far

 

I have cruise before on 3 day hold, waiting to match up cabin to continue on with TA on Apex.  Waiting for the TA to appear for me as well.  

[Cruising89143]

On 9/28/2024 at 11:11 AM, WrittenOnYourHeart said:

 

Thank you!!! I had not realized the link earlier showed anything but the deployment dates. 🙂 I've got 2 I think I am going to decide between - Alaska or Norway.

We have an eight night to the Norwegian Fjords on the Apex but it’s for May of next year. After we booked they announced that it will be the President cruise. Not sure how that will change things. Norway looks beautiful. 
 

I’m starting to look at Explora. Reading mixed reviews but the cost is very close to X retreat prices. 

[Cruise Junky]

Did everyone get the email this morning?  Very intrigued  by their Grand Voyage announcement, December 10 

 

https://www.travelgossip.co.uk/latestnews/celebrity-to-launch-first-grand-voyage-in-2026/

Edited Tuesday at 06:47 PM by Cruise Junky

[shoelover536]

For those that have done Norway, which itinerary do you find the best?  Would want Apex but even within that there are slight differences in ports.  Looking at 2026, 7 day cruises. TIA!

[Yplr]

Very interesting that a cruise I booked 5 hours ago sold out that category and the fare increased 600 dollars per person. In other words if you see a good price, book it.

[island lady]

Or put a hold on it.   I would book now, but need to connect to the next cruise being the TA.   
Want to keep same cabin.  Not sure if the TA booking will come out before my hold expires...but I am giving it a try.  

[mchin]

Booked Celebrity Summit for Alaska in June 2026.  First time doing both Celebrity and Alaska.  Hope neither disappoint.  🙂

 

 

[virginconvert]

I booked a SV on the 2026/09 transpacific HNL-SYD. I think I was first to book (all cabins were available and I booked and paid as soon as the booking went live yesterday) and it was priced lower than a Porthole. Just checked this morning and can see all SV have sold out! 

[bluwes]

3 hours ago, shoelover536 said:

For those that have done Norway, which itinerary do you find the best?  Would want Apex but even within that there are slight differences in ports.  Looking at 2026, 7 day cruises. TIA!

We did Apex last month on the Norwegian Fjords sailing. Had waited until Flam had reappeared on the itinerary as it hadn’t shown on any sailing since the restart. Scenery was spectacular, weather was mixed.Ship was awesome, staff were brilliant

[Honolulu Blue]

4 hours ago, Cruise Junky said:

Did everyone get the email this morning?  Very intrigued  by their Grand Voyage announcement, December 10 

 

https://www.travelgossip.co.uk/latestnews/celebrity-to-launch-first-grand-voyage-in-2026/

Thanks for sharing.  This is intriguing.  I don't have the time or interest in a world cruise, but is this their first?  I can't remember one, so you veterans out there will have to remind me when they had one before.

 

Two other points:

 

1) It's a definite contrast to all those short X sailings to Coco Cay

2) It's not on one of their smaller M-class ships.  I guess they expect it and its segments to sell well.  And maybe they're expecting to charter more of the M-class ships during that time period?  I know the Summit is a very popular charter option in the winter.

[Ken the cruiser]

2 hours ago, virginconvert said:

I booked a SV on the 2026/09 transpacific HNL-SYD. I think I was first to book (all cabins were available and I booked and paid as soon as the booking went live yesterday) and it was priced lower than a Porthole. Just checked this morning and can see all SV have sold out! 

I know, what’s up with that? We were going to book a Jan 2027 Syd/NZ/Syd 23-day B2B on the Edge this afternoon. This morning practically all the aft-facing verandas were available. However, when we sat down after lunch to book it, there was not one SV available on either cruise. Pretty weird!

[NMTraveller]

5 hours ago, Cruise Junky said:

Did everyone get the email this morning?  Very intrigued  by their Grand Voyage announcement, December 10 

 

https://www.travelgossip.co.uk/latestnews/celebrity-to-launch-first-grand-voyage-in-2026/

Sailing on Solstice is a bonus.

[NMTraveller]

With both HAL and Princess allowing vaping in the cabins,  Celebrity is back to the top of the list...

[mac_tlc]

5 hours ago, shoelover536 said:

For those that have done Norway, which itinerary do you find the best?  Would want Apex but even within that there are slight differences in ports.  Looking at 2026, 7 day cruises. TIA!

Find the one that does both Geiranger and Flam. 

[Ken the cruiser]

7 minutes ago, NMTraveller said:

With both HAL and Princess allowing vaping in the cabins,  Celebrity is back to the top of the list...

That’s not what I’m reading on their websites. Here’s Princess’ smoking policy

 

Stateroom Smoking Policy
Princess Cruises prohibits smoking or vaping of all types, including e-cigarettes, in guest staterooms and balconies. This reflects the preferences of a vast majority of our guests who value having their primary living space (both stateroom and balcony) smoke-free. As balconies are a hallmark of Princess Cruises, we believe it is important to keep this peaceful space clear of smoke. Violations to this policy will result in a $250 fine for each occurrence, which will be charged to the guest’s stateroom account. Keeping with the global trend toward more restrictive smoking policies and honoring the wishes of our guests, we feel this enhances our onboard experience.

https://www.princess.com/en-us/faq/onboard-experience
 

Here’s HAL’s Stateroom Smoking policy

 

Is smoking permitted on Holland America Line cruises?

Answer: For the comfort of all of our guests, all staterooms (cabins), lounges and most other indoor areas are designated non-smoking. No smoking of any kind will be permitted on any stateroom verandah.
 

https://www.hollandamerica.com/en/us/faq/cruise-planning/general-information/smoking-policy

[NMTraveller]

11 minutes ago, Ken the cruiser said:

That’s not what I’m reading on their websites. Here’s Princess’ smoking policy

 

Stateroom Smoking Policy
Princess Cruises prohibits smoking or vaping of all types, including e-cigarettes, in guest staterooms and balconies. This reflects the preferences of a vast majority of our guests who value having their primary living space (both stateroom and balcony) smoke-free. As balconies are a hallmark of Princess Cruises, we believe it is important to keep this peaceful space clear of smoke. Violations to this policy will result in a $250 fine for each occurrence, which will be charged to the guest’s stateroom account. Keeping with the global trend toward more restrictive smoking policies and honoring the wishes of our guests, we feel this enhances our onboard experience.

https://www.princess.com/en-us/faq/onboard-experience
 

Here’s HAL’s Stateroom Smoking policy

 

 

Is smoking permitted on Holland America Line cruises?

Answer: For the comfort of all of our guests, all staterooms (cabins), lounges and most other indoor areas are designated non-smoking. No smoking of any kind will be permitted on any stateroom verandah.
 

https://www.hollandamerica.com/en/us/faq/cruise-planning/general-information/smoking-policy

That is not what the cruise contracts say for HAL or Princess.  Here is one for Princess.  Princess customer service does not deny it either:

 

Thank you for your feedback. We will forward your concerns to management for consideration.

Danyelle P.
Guest Services

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Edited Wednesday at 12:36 AM by NMTraveller

[Ken the cruiser]

1 minute ago, NMTraveller said:

That is not what the cruise contracts say for HAL or Princess.  Here is one for Princess.  Princess customer service does not deny it either.

 

Thanks. Good to know. It’s also good to know they are not allowed to vape on their balcony, as I really don’t care what they do within their cabin.

[mahdnc]

48 minutes ago, NMTraveller said:

With both HAL and Princess allowing vaping in the cabins,  Celebrity is back to the top of the list...

 

You came back so fast.  It's like you were never gone!

[NMTraveller]

16 minutes ago, mahdnc said:

 

You came back so fast.  It's like you were never gone!

Just for one cruise.  I really like river cruising ...

 

I just had my TA book a Celebrity Norwegian Fjords cruise for 2026.

Edited Wednesday at 01:17 AM by NMTraveller

[mahdnc]

2 minutes ago, NMTraveller said:

I just had my TA book a Norwegian Fjords cruise for 2026.

 

Since you have an aversion to IV cabins, I am guessing you snagged an SV to see Norway from.