If you’re Caribbean dreaming, then perhaps one of the easiest ways to explore this patch of paradise is on a cruise ship.
What could be easier than hopping on a ship and then traveling from port to port, exploring several different Caribbean islands in one short vacation?
Cruise vacations are relaxing, convenient….and soaring in popularity!
To meet the growing demand for cruise travel, these are the 10 new cruise ships sailing to the Caribbean in 2025:
MSC World America
This huge ship will have a capacity of 6,774 passengers and will set sail on April 12.
Its inaugural route will take a round trip from Miami to Puerto Plata, San Juan, and Ocean Cay. It will then spend the rest of its maiden season exploring the Caribbean.
If you’re looking for a ship packed full of fun then this is a great one to choose. Ride the Cliffhanger, an over-the-water swing ride, or climb the high ropes course on the top deck of the ship.
Like many modern cruise ships, the MSC World America will also boast a water park, and when it’s time to relax, you’ll have a whopping 18 different bars and lounges to choose from.
Norwegian Aqua
Also launching in April, with the maiden voyage taking place on April 16, is the newest ship from Norwegian Cruise Lines.
This is a slightly smaller ship than MSC’s mega liner, with a capacity for up to 3,571 passengers.
This first cruise will be a five-day round trip from Miami to Great Stirrup Cay and Bimini. The rest of the season will be spent traveling between Orlando and Bermuda.
What makes this ship so special is that it will boast a ‘first of its kind’ rollercoaster and water slide hybrid as well as Norwegians first ever VR Game Zone at sea.
Oceania Cruises Allura
Launching on July 18, the Allura from Oceania Cruises is a smaller but luxurious cruise liner. At full capacity this ship only holds 1,200 passengers.
This is a liner for passengers looking to really relax and unwind. Its highlights include a library with floor-to-ceiling glass walls, fine dining in 2 signature restaurants, and an onboard creperie for on-demand snacking.
Its inaugural sailing will take it from Trieste to Athens over seven days, but it will move to Caribbean routes later in the season.
Luminara From The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
One of the smallest ships on this list, the Luminara is actually a cruise yacht hybrid from the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. It only had a capacity of 448 passengers.
This is a luxury liner, and all of the suites on board will have their own private ocean-view terrace. If you want the luxury of a Ritz-Carlton hotel but at sea, then that’s exactly what you’ll get here!
This ship will take its maiden voyage on July 31, traveling a round trip from Rome to Livorno, Portofino, Monte Carlo, Ajaccio, and Port Cervo.
After it has finished its planned Mediterranean routes, the liner will then move to the Caribbean for the remainder of its maiden season.
Royal Caribbean Star Of The Seas
The Star of the Seas will be the second Icon Class ship from Royal Caribbean, and these mega-sized ships are bursting at the seams with excitement, attractions, and things to do.
This ship will have a capacity of 5,610 passengers and will feature an exclusive ‘Back to the Future’ stage show.
This ship will spend its maiden season in the Caribbean.
Its inaugural sailing will be on August 31, when it will take a round-trip route from Port Canaveral to CocoCay, Costa Maya, and Cozumel.
Virgin Voyages Brilliant Lady
If you’ve heard of the Brilliant Lady before then that’s because this ship has been advertised then delayed several times, but now it’s finally launching on September 5 2025.
This will be the 4th ship from Virgin Voyages and will look identical to its sister ships, too.
The only main change? The Brilliant Lady will have an adapted frame to enable it to fit through the Panama Canal.
The capacity of this ship will be 2,770 passengers and its first sailing will take a round trip to Bermuda from New York City.
Star Princess From Princess Cruises
The new Star Princess ship Princess Cruises will be identical in every way to its sister ship, the Sun Princess. The capacity of this ship will be 4,300 passengers.
Some of the highlights of this ship are its SkyDeck Sports Court, which also includes a splash area for kids, and you’ll find an abundance of pubs and bars on board too.
This ship will make its first sailing on October 4. This will be an 11 day Mediterranean sailing from Barcelona. The ship will spend its inaugural season first in the Med and then in the Caribbean.
Disney Destiny
The arrival of Disney’s newest cruise ship is long-awaited, but Disney has kept the details of the ship under their hats. Not much is known about the ship, but we do know that it will boast a unique Lion King-themed dining experience. We also know that one of the activity options will include a Marvel Superhero Academy.
The Disney Destiny will have a capacity of 4,000 passengers and will launch on November 20 with a 4-night cruise to the Bahamas from Port Everglades.
The ship will spend the whole of its maiden season in the Caribbean, traveling to and from the Bahamas.
Celebrity Cruises, Celebrity Xcel
The Celebrity Xcel is the 5th in the Edge Class of ships from Celebrity and will feature a beautiful Rooftop Garden, as well as specialty dining options.
The ship will have a capacity of 3,260 passengers and will officially launch on November 18. The ship will start its maiden season in the Caribbean before moving into the Mediterranean.
Its inaugural sailing will be a 5-night round-trip cruise to the Bahamas and Mexico from Fort Lauderdale.
Windstar Cruises, Star Seeker
Finally, in December, the latest cruise ship from Windstar Cruises will launch.
This is by far the smallest ship on this list, with a capacity for just 224 passengers.
This ship will spend its maiden season exploring the Caribbean as well as Alaska and Japan. It gets around for a small ship!
This ship will offer 112 suites and each will have either a private veranda or a floor-to-ceiling infinity window. This is a luxury liner for those looking for a more intimate cruising experience.
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