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Every issue, we'll help you sail smarter and pay less: the promo codes worth grabbing, the new ships worth booking early, and the timing tricks that quietly save you hundreds. Think of us as your personal booking concierge, minus the commission.
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Feature Story
DEAL ALERT: MARELLA'S CRUISE MONTH
Marella Cruises has launched "Cruise Month" — up to £300 off new bookings made between September 1–30, 2026, for sailings running October 1, 2026 through December 31, 2027.
Here's the breakdown: £200 off short and mid-haul sailings (think Canary Islands and Mediterranean), and £300 off long-haul sailings of 7+ nights (Caribbean, repositioning, and transatlantic routes).
CHECK MARELLA'S SITE FOR FULL DETAILS →
The Essentials
5 NEW SHIPS SETTING SAIL IN LATE 2026
Legend of the Seas (Royal Caribbean, July 2026) — the newest addition to Royal Caribbean's Icon-class fleet.
Explora III (Explora Journeys, August 2026) — the third ultra-luxury ship from MSC's premium brand.
Viking Libra (Viking, December 2026) — the world's first hydrogen-powered cruise ship.
MSC World Asia (MSC Cruises, December 2026) — MSC's World-class megaship built for the Asia-Pacific market.
Seven Seas Prestige (Regent Seven Seas, December 2026) — an all-inclusive ultra-luxury newbuild.
Insider Tip
WHY SEPTEMBER IS A SMART TIME TO BOOK
Cruise demand often dips right after Labor Day, and cruise lines respond with dynamic, per-cabin-category pricing — meaning the same sailing can get noticeably cheaper (or pricier) week to week.
Mediterranean and Alaska sailings in particular can see strong value this time of year as shoulder-season demand softens.
OUR ADVICE: compare prices across several dates rather than assuming any one month is automatically cheaper.
Fair winds and happy sailing,
The World Cruise Radar Team
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