AIDA Cruises Has Opened 2028-29 Winter Bookings
The cruise line has released its winter 2028-29 itineraries featuring new ports and long-duration sailing options.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Cruises
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AIDA Cruises has officially opened bookings for the 2028-29 winter season, which runs from October 2028 through April 2029. Travelers can now reserve voyages ranging from standard itineraries to extended 28-day combination cruises.
Why it matters
The release allows travelers to secure travel plans well in advance for diverse destinations, including the Caribbean, Norway, and Thailand. Offering new departure ports like Santo Domingo expands accessibility for passengers looking to explore multiple regions in a single journey.
The winter season features a variety of durations, including 14-day Caribbean routes, 50-day trips to Brazil for Carnival, and 41 to 55-day journeys to Mauritius. Voyages can also be combined into 28-day itineraries for deeper regional exploration.
The players
AIDA Cruises
A German cruise line owned by Carnival Corporation that focuses on the German-speaking market.
AIDAbella
A Sphinx-class cruise ship operated by AIDA Cruises that is scheduled to sail 14-day Caribbean and Central America itineraries.
AIDAluna
An AIDA Cruises vessel that provides roundtrip departures from Hamburg and winter cruises to Norway.
AIDAsol
A cruise ship in the AIDA fleet that is designated to offer itineraries to Mauritius departing from Warnemünde.
The details
The winter lineup includes three ships operating in the Caribbean, with Santo Domingo established as a new port of departure. Other notable routes include roundtrip sailings from Hamburg, cruises to Mauritius departing from Warnemünde, and itineraries featuring the new Australian port of call, Exmouth.
Timeline
October 2028 - April 2029 marks the full winter season duration.
November 5, 2028 is the departure date for the Great Winter Break Canary Islands cruise.
December 21, 2028 is the departure date for the Thailand cruise.
January 8, 2029 is the departure date for the Brazil for Carnival cruise.
February 27, 2029 is the departure date for the Norway cruise.
Travel Outlook
The introduction of 28-day combination itineraries reflects a growing industry focus on longer, immersive travel experiences that appeal to travelers seeking deeper regional exploration. This aligns with a broader shift in the cruise sector toward maximizing guest time in specific global regions over shorter vacation windows.
Travelers looking to secure specific cabin categories for the 2028-29 winter season should book early, as these long-duration voyages often fill up quickly. Passengers should also note the addition of Santo Domingo and Exmouth as departure and call points when mapping out flight logistics for their trips.
The takeaway
Travelers who prioritize extended voyages can now leverage 28-day combination packages to visit more ports across multiple regions. Planning your itinerary around these new seasonal departures in Santo Domingo and Australia can help you avoid last-minute availability issues.
Further reading
For more information on the latest sailing schedules and booking options, visit Cruises.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Cruise Industry News.
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