Arabella is expanding her Caribbean routes beginning in April 2007 when she adds St. Kitts, Nevis and Turks & Caicos to her tropical itineraries.

The unveiling of Royal Caribbean International’s newest ship, Liberty of the Seas, in April 2007 will also signal the launch of new and enhanced onboard offerings for the health-conscious, newlyweds and families.

Avalon Waterways, a division of Globus family brands, has announced new wine- and music-themed cruises, as the river cruise operator looks to further corner the up-and-coming niche market.

MSC Cruises’ newest ship, the MSC Orchestra, will be christened in the port of Civitavecchia, Italy, on May 14. The second of the line’s Musica class of ships, the Orchestra will sail Mediterranean itineraries from Venice in the spring and summer and from Genoa in the fall and winter.

Royal Caribbean International today announced its largest deployment in Europe with seven ships visiting the continent in 2008.

Europe will be on its up this year as the Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) member lines will deploy a number of ships in the region, with diversity and breadth of itineraries and ports, and an unprecedented number of passengers who recognize the incredible value European cruises offer.