Royal Caribbean Group (RCL), listed on the New York Stock Exchange, traded at $288.25, up 4.81%, after the company's luxury cruise brand, Silversea, unveiled a major global voyage expansion. The new 2028-2029 collection comprises 103 voyages calling at 219 destinations across 56 countries and adds 29 new ports across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, extending the company's reach across several of its major cruise regions.

Silversea Expands 2028-2029 Global Voyage Collection

The program will operate from September 2028 through May 2029, spanning Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Itineraries include the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, Australia, New Zealand, South America, and Asia. General sales open on October 8, when the collection becomes widely bookable, following an earlier preview window for members of Silversea's Venetian Society loyalty program. Announcing itineraries well ahead of their sailing dates is standard practice in the cruise industry, where guests often book cabins many months in advance.

In the Mediterranean, Silver Nova and Silver Dawn will operate 17 voyages between October 2028 and March 2029, reaching 53 destinations across 12 countries. New calls include Brindisi and Imperia, while selected itineraries feature overnight stays in Venice, Istanbul, Naples, Genoa, Valletta, and other major destinations, extending guests' time in port.

Silversea is also expanding its S.A.L.T. Culinary Voyages, which focus on regional food and seasonal travel. S.A.L.T., short for Sea and Land Taste, is the line's culinary program. Three Wine and Truffle voyages will cross Italy and Spain, and four Asian Markets sailings will connect Singapore and Hong Kong. These itineraries incorporate local markets, vineyard visits, food experiences, and chef-led destination programs.

Caribbean and South America Sailings Broaden Reach

Between November 2028 and March 2029, Silversea will deploy four ships across the Caribbean and Central America. Silver Ray, Silver Nova, Silver Spirit, and Silver Shadow will operate 38 voyages to 34 destinations in 21 countries. The season also introduces La Romana, in the Dominican Republic, as a new port of call.

Round-trip Caribbean departures will operate from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and San Juan, adding flexibility for guests across several major embarkation markets. Silversea will also introduce a destination experience at Canouan in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, combining a local Carnival-style welcome, live music, food, drinks, and a private beach event.

Silver Nova will additionally operate a 75-night Grand South America voyage departing Fort Lauderdale on January 13, 2029. The itinerary includes the Panama Canal, scenic cruising of the Antarctic Peninsula, and overnight calls in several major South American cities. The ship is scheduled to return to Fort Lauderdale on March 29 after completing the continental journey.

Asia and Australia Add New Ports and Seasonal Events

In Australia and New Zealand, Silver Moon will operate 10 voyages covering 42 destinations across three countries between October 2028 and March 2029. New stops include Batemans Bay and Phillip Island, and Sydney will host an overnight New Year's Eve call.

Silver Moon and Silver Muse will together operate 26 Asian voyages between September 2028 and May 2029. The schedule covers 62 destinations across 11 countries and adds eight new ports to Silversea's regional network, while new turnaround points at Kobe and Bali—ports where cruises begin and end—expand the range of itinerary combinations available to guests during the season.

The wider rollout supports Royal Caribbean Group's broader strategy across cruise brands, destinations, and land-based vacation experiences. The company operates 71 ships across its Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea, along with its TUI Cruises joint venture. It is also expanding private destinations and plans to enter river cruising with Celebrity River Cruises in 2027.

Source: Blockonomi