Itinerary changes

Royal Caribbean cancelled Serenade of the Seas’ scheduled 30 August 2026 departure from Vancouver after technical repairs extended beyond the time available for the ship to begin its Alaska voyage safely.

Britannia propulsion fault forced the cruise ship to return to Barbados on 2 January 2026, after passengers were told that the planned St Lucia calls would be canceled.

ms Zaandam’s itinerary was disrupted in Alaska on 5 June 2026, after a propulsion malfunction reduced the ship’s speed.

Allure of the Seas altered its Western Caribbean itinerary on 26 May 2026, after a propulsion issue reduced the ship’s operating speed.

Holland America Line has revised its Alaska cruise itineraries for the 2026 season, removing scenic cruising in Tracy Arm Fjord and replacing it with Endicott Arm Fjord.

On 28 February 2026, Carnival Cruise Line announced the temporary suspension of Puerto Vallarta from its Mexican Riviera cruise schedule following heightened security concerns in western Mexico.

In late February 2026, several major cruise lines adjusted their itineraries along Mexico's Pacific coast following security concerns linked to unrest after the killing of cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera, known as "El Mencho." Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, and other operators…

On 3 January 2026, Virgin Voyages announced an itinerary change for the cruise ship Valiant Lady while operating a 7-night Caribbean voyage from San Juan, Puerto Rico.