A complete, up to date, encyclopedia of all cruise lines.
CruiseInd is launching a new editorial series that takes a closer look at the companies shaping today’s cruise industry. Each installment will focus on a single cruise line, offering a clear, concise overview of who they are, how they operate, and where they’re headed next.
The goal is simple: to give readers a reliable reference for every major player at sea. Whether you’re an industry professional, a travel agent, or an enthusiast who just wants a deeper understanding of how the business fits together, these profiles will provide the context behind the brands you see on the funnels or painted on the sides of the hulls.
Each entry in the series will follow a consistent structure so you know what to expect:
Origins and Ownership
Where the line began, who controls it today, and how it fits within the larger corporate landscape. I promise to keep these brief. As you know I frequently will do a deep dive in a particular cruise line’s complete history.
Fleet Overview
Current vessels, recent deliveries, and upcoming newbuilds.
Brand Positioning
The market segment each line targets and what differentiates them onboard.
Operational Focus
Where the typical homeports are and what types of cruises they sail. Mass market lines may tend to sail mostly week long or shorter cruises.
Future Outlook
What’s next — expansions, innovations, or changes in direction.
This framework gives each post a uniform backbone, but the focus will always be on clarity and accuracy. CruiseInd’s approach remains grounded in factual reporting and industry analysis rather than marketing gloss.
Over the coming weeks, we’ll roll out profiles covering both the industry’s biggest names and its most specialized operators — from mass-market brands and luxury lines to expedition and niche players. By the end, readers will have a comprehensive, up-to-date library of every major cruise line in operation today.
Stay tuned for the first entry in the series, starting with Carnival Cruise Line, the brand that helped define the modern cruise industry.