Top New Cruise Ships Launching in 2022

It’s time for the annual TalkingCruise guide to The Top New Cruise Ships in 2022. This year we’re highlighting our Top 10 picks of the latest and greatest. The 2022 lineup of new ship builds will offer tons of variety in design, purpose and features and we’re certain you’ll find at least one that you can’t wait to board. Delayed Cruise Ships from 2021 Valiant Lady Virgin Voyages Launching: March 2022 Ship Class: 2 nd Lady Ship Home-Port: Barcelona, Spain: Miami, Florida Size: 110,000 Gross Tons Guests/Crew: 2,770 Guests (double), 1,150 Crew Valiant Lady , the second adult only ship from newcomer Virgin Voyages will be virtually identical to her sister Scarlet Lady. With her name derived from the Latin word for strong, just about anywhere you go onboard will scream Virgin style, with ultra-contemporary furnishings, one-of-kind amenities like a tattoo parlor and record shop and of course, Virgin red all over. Staterooms feature modern appointments, and the rock-star suites are over the top. While there will be an emphasis on healthy cruising, with complimentary fitness classes, you’ll still be able to indulge at the over 20 included dining venues. Speaking of inclusions, how about free gratuities, Wi-Fi, filtered water and sodas. After sailing some introductory sailings in March & April, Valiant Lady’s inaugural season will feature 7 night Mediterranean itineraries departing from Barcelona, Spain, followed by a 14 night transatlantic voyage to Miami. From Port Miami, Valiant Lady will sail 5-8 night Caribbean itineraries though April 2023, each with a stop at Virgin Voyages’ exclusive Beach Club at Bimini. Discovery Princess Princess Cruises Launching: March 2022 Ship Class: 6 th Royal-Class Ship Home-Port: Los Angeles, California; Seattle, Washington; Vancouver, Canada Size: 141,000 Gross Tons Guests/Crew: 3,660 Guests (double), 1,346 Crew Discovery Princess will be Princess Cruises sixth Royal-Class ship, continuing the rapid growth plans from the last several years. Discovery Princess will feature the latest evolutions found on her most recent sister ships Sky Princess and Enchanted Princess. These include more hot tubs, a newly designed main pool deck, retreat pool and infinity WakeView aft pool. They’ll also be new kids and teens spaces and unparalleled luxury of two Sky Suites offering tons of space for up to 5 guests with two bedrooms and bathrooms and a massive 700 square foot balcony. Discovery Princess will debut from Los Angeles, California sailing a series of Mexico, California Coast itineraries before transitioning to Alaska for the Summer months. 2022 Scheduled New Cruise Ships Wonder of the Seas Royal Caribbean International Launching: March 2022 Ship Class: 5 th Oasis-Class Ship Home-Port: Port Everglades, Florida; Barcelona, Spain; Civitavecchia, Italy; Port Canaveral, Florida Size: 236,857 Gross Tons Guests/Crew: 5,734 Guests (double), 2,300 Crew Following in the tradition of other Oasis-Class ships, Wonder of the Seas will take WOW to a new level. As the new holder of world’s largest cruise ship, Wonder of the Seas will share most of the main design elements, dining venues and activities of her sisters like Central Park and Boardwalk, AquaTheater, Ultimate Abyss and more, however, major changes have been made especially across the ship’s exterior decks. The portside cantilevered whirlpool has morphed into a brand new watering hole called the Vue Bar. In place of a second FlowRider, a brand new underwater themed area called Wonder Playscape, will keep families occupied with slides, climbing walls, games and puzzles. The main pool deck has a whole new vibe with vibrant colors and large screen for poolside movies. An entire new neighborhood devoted to suite class will pamper guests like never before, with a plunge pool, bar and more. Wonder of the Seas will depart on alternating 7 night Eastern & Western Caribbean itineraries in a short Caribbean season departing Port Everglades, Florida from March to April 2