Here are a few current cruise offers worth watching, especially for travelers considering Europe, the Galápagos, river cruising, expedition cruising, or last-minute ocean sailings.
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity has several promotions running, with the strongest emphasis on Europe and the Galápagos.
For Europe sailings, Celebrity’s Spring Sale includes up to 75% off the second guest’s fare, savings of up to $650 per room, and additional savings of up to $400 per stateroom on select Europe sailings. On some sailings, third, fourth, and fifth guests may sail free when sharing the same stateroom.
The booking deadline for this offer is May 4, 2026.
Celebrity is also offering Final Rooms at Great Rates from April 28 through May 4, 2026. These may include exclusive rates with perks such as Classic Drinks and Basic Wi-Fi, or cruise-only rates for travelers who prefer a more stripped-down fare.
For travelers considering the Galápagos, Celebrity is offering 20% off for the first and second guests in the same stateroom on select 7-night, 10-night, 11-night, and 16-night sailings. This Galápagos offer is available for bookings through June 1, 2026.
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line has several advisor and client-facing opportunities available.
NCL now offers a First Responder Cruise Discount for active and retired first responders. Eligible travelers can receive 5% off all voyage fares, or 15% off on select sailings booked in guarantee stateroom categories. The offer is ongoing and can be combined with NCL’s Free at Sea and Free at Sea Plus programs. Eligibility must be verified through ID.me.
NCL is also highlighting Partners First last-minute cruise opportunities, which provide access to discounted cruise fares, including taxes and fees, for advisors who have earned at least the NCLU Associate Degree.
There is also a Partners First 15th Anniversary Cruise Sweepstakes, with the chance to win a seven-day cruise for two in a balcony stateroom. Entries close May 31, 2026.
From May 5 through May 7, 2026, NCL’s upcoming CruiseFirst promotion will offer an extra $250. This applies to sailings of six days or longer, booked at least 90 days after the CruiseFirst credit purchase date.
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
Uniworld is celebrating its 50th Anniversary with savings on select 2026 river cruise itineraries.
Clients can save up to 20% on select 2026 departures, with savings of up to 50% on select summer 2026 sailings in destinations such as France, Southern Europe, the Rhine River, and the Danube River.
The booking deadline for this anniversary sale is May 31, 2026. Payment in full is required at the time of booking.
Uniworld is also offering a Past Guest Offer for River Heritage Club members. Eligible past guests can receive a $500 per person bonus on full-fare bookings in French Balcony, Deluxe French Balcony, and Suite-level staterooms. This offer is combinable with other savings and expires May 15, 2026.
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages is offering its Explorer’s Choice Elevated promotion.
Guests can receive a double airfare credit of up to $3,000 per suite, along with savings of up to 40% on select expeditions.
This offer is available for bookings made by June 30.
The Bottom Line
There are real savings here, but cruise promotions are rarely one-size-fits-all. The best offer depends on the destination, ship, sailing date, stateroom category, fare type, and what is actually included once you get onboard.
A cruise sale can make a good trip more attractive, but the sale should not choose the trip for you. The right ship, the right cabin, the right itinerary, and the right season still matter more than the banner at the top of the page.