2025 Cruise Ships Inaugural Sailing
The cruise industry is set to welcome a diverse array of new ships in 2025, ranging from intimate coastal vessels to expansive ocean liners. Check out there inaugural sailing dates. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the upcoming fleet. Contact BWK Travel to book your cruise today!
Star of the Seas (Royal Caribbean International) – August 2025
The second Icon Class ship, Star of the Seas, offers a variety of amenities and entertainment options.
- Guest Capacity: Approximately 5,600
- Inaugural Sailing: August 4, nine-day Italy & Greece roundtrip from Rome, visiting Corfu, Kotor, Mykonos, Santorini, and Naples
- Maiden Season: Mediterranean
- Cabin Categories: 28
MSC World America (MSC Cruises) – April 2025
As MSC Cruises’ second World Class ship, MSC World America is tailored for the North American market. Notable features include the Cliffhanger over-the-water swing ride, The Harbour district with waterslides and a ropes course, and 18 bars and lounges.
- Guest Capacity: 6,774
- Inaugural Sailing: April 12, seven-night roundtrip from Miami, visiting Puerto Plata, San Juan, and Ocean Cay
- Maiden Season: Caribbean
- Cabin Categories: 19
Norwegian Aqua (Norwegian Cruise Line) – April 2025
Introducing the Prima Plus Class, Norwegian Aqua offers the Aqua Slidecoaster—a hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide—and the Game Zone with interactive darts, VR gaming, and mini-golf. The ship also features NCL’s first Thai specialty restaurant and a three-bedroom duplex suite in The Haven.
- Guest Capacity: 3,571
- Inaugural Sailing: April 16, five-day Bahamas roundtrip from Miami, visiting Great Stirrup Cay and Bimini
- Maiden Season: Caribbean and Bermuda from Orlando/Port Canaveral
- Cabin Categories: 35
American Patriot & American Pioneer (American Cruise Lines) – June & November 2025
These Patriot Class ships offer coastal cruising with modern comforts, featuring 100% private balcony accommodations and suites ranging from 420 to 620 square feet.
- Guest Capacity: 125
- Inaugural Sailings:
- American Patriot: June 21, Grand New England Cruise (roundtrip from Boston)
- American Pioneer: November 1, Grand Florida Keys Cruise
- Maiden Season: U.S. East Coast
- Cabin Categories: 5
Allura (Oceania Cruises) – July 2025
Sister ship to Vista, Allura introduces new features such as an onboard creperie, a light-filled library with floor-to-ceiling glass walls, and two signature restaurants: Ember and Aquamar Kitchen.
- Guest Capacity: 1,200
- Inaugural Sailing: July 1, seven-night roundtrip from Athens to Istanbul
- Maiden Season: Mediterranean
- Cabin Categories: 16
Star Seeker (Windstar Cruises) – December 2025
As Windstar’s first all-new Star Class ship, Star Seeker features 112 suites, with all but 10 offering private verandas or floor-to-ceiling infinity windows. Amenities include five dining options, an outdoor forward whirlpool, and a refreshed watersports platform.
- Guest Capacity: 224
- Inaugural Sailing: December 18, five-night Bahamas & Mexico roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, visiting Bimini and Cozumel
- Maiden Season: Caribbean and Mediterranean
- Cabin Categories: 28
Viking Vesta (Viking) – July 2025
Viking Vesta, the latest addition to Viking’s ocean fleet, maintains the line’s signature Scandinavian design and all-veranda staterooms. The ship will offer itineraries in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.
- Guest Capacity: 998
- Inaugural Sailing: July 2, eight-day Mediterranean itinerary
- Maiden Season: Mediterranean and Northern Europe
- Cabin Categories: Variety of staterooms, all with private verandas
Disney Destiny (Disney Cruise Line) – November 2025
Disney Destiny is set to be the seventh ship in Disney Cruise Line’s fleet, featuring innovative entertainment and dining experiences inspired by Disney’s rich storytelling heritage.
- Guest Capacity: Approximately 4,000
- Inaugural Sailing: November 20, itinerary details to be announced
- Maiden Season: To be announced
- Cabin Categories: 26
Brilliant Lady (Virgin Voyages) – September 2025
Brilliant Lady, the fourth ship in Virgin Voyages’ fleet, is designed to navigate varied landscapes from the Alaskan glaciers to the calm Panama Canal. This adults-only cruise ship boasts Michelin-starred chef-curated menus in over 20 eateries, an enticing bar lineup, and several live entertainment options.
- Guest Capacity: 2,770
- Inaugural Sailing: September 5, five-night voyage from New York City to Bermuda’s Kings Wharf
- Maiden Season: Bermuda, Caribbean, Panama Canal, Pacific Coast, Alaska
- Cabin Categories: Various, including Cabana Mini-suites with private balconies
Star Princess (Princess Cruises) – September 2025
Star Princess, the second of Princess’ Sphere-class ships, will feature expanded venues such as a larger non-smoking section in the casino with 68 slot machines, a bigger specialty restaurant Love by Britto, and an enlarged O’Malley’s Irish Pub.
- Guest Capacity: 4,300
- Inaugural Sailing: September 2025, itinerary details to be announced
- Maiden Season: Caribbean, followed by Alaska in 2026
- Cabin Categories: Various, including suites and balcony cabins
Celebrity Xcel (Celebrity Cruises) – November 2025
Celebrity Xcel, the fifth Edge Series ship, combines the greatest hits of the Edge Series with entirely new experiences. Making its debut in the Caribbean, Celebrity Xcel will elevate the tropical cruising experience.
- Guest Capacity: 3,260
- Inaugural Sailing: November 2025, itinerary details to be announced
- Maiden Season: Caribbean
- Cabin Categories: Various, including suites and balcony cabins
These new ships reflect the industry’s commitment to innovation and diverse experiences, catering to a wide range of traveler preferences.
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