Popular cruise ships return to Southampton after two years

Norwegian Star and Norwegian Sky are both scheduled to call at the port in May 2026 <i>(Image: NQ)</i>
Norwegian Star and Norwegian Sky are both scheduled to call at the port in May 2026 (Image: NQ)
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Two cruise ships are set to return to Southampton for the first time in two years, marking a notable moment for the city’s busy port.

Norwegian Cruise Line vessels Norwegian Star and Norwegian Sky are both scheduled to call at the port this month, their first confirmed visits since 2024.

Norwegian Star is due to arrive on May 10 at around 5am, completing a voyage from Lisbon.

The ship last visited the city in May 2024, when itineraries were adjusted from Portsmouth to Southampton.

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Meanwhile, Norwegian Sky is scheduled to arrive on May 28, also at 5am, before departing later the same day on a round-trip British Isles sailing.

Her previous visit to Southampton was recorded on May 17, 2024.

The return of the two ships highlights Southampton’s continued importance as a major UK cruise hub, bringing passengers and visitors into the city and providing a boost for the local economy.

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