The 2026 issue of Cruise & Ferry Itinerary Planning opens with a keynote interview with Ugo Savino, senior director of deployment and itinerary planning at Carnival Cruise Line, who discusses why variety is the key to success in today’s cruise industry. The cover story, meanwhile, explores the rugged coastlines, vibrant cities and maritime heritage of Atlantic Canada.
Eight more cruise executives share their insights into the itinerary planning process in our Planner Perspectives section. Meanwhile, the Maiden Season articles preview the itineraries of the industry’s most anticipated newbuilds.
Elsewhere, the ‘Picking the right port’ feature sees cruise executives sharing their tips for what destinations should be doing to put themselves in the frame for upcoming itineraries. On the other hand, in ‘The changing nature of cruise itineraries’ we explore how cruise lines are adapting their planning to meet new market dynamics and highlight the ports and destinations that could stand to benefit.
Our annual regional spotlight focuses on North America and the endless variety it offers for cruise guests. Other highlights include reports, interviews and commentaries with a range of ports, and profiles of cruise ports from across the world in the CFIP Featured Ports & Destinations section.