A record number of Americans are predicted to get on board in 2026 for a cruise vacation, according to a report from AAA, with Florida’s big three ports forecast to be the top embarkation points.

The travel company projects 21.7 million Americans will book a cruise next year, a 4.5% increase from the 20.7 million travelers from the U.S. in 2025.

“Cruising is surging, with travelers booking more voyages and exploring new destinations in record numbers,” said Debbie Haas, vice president of travel for AAA in a press release.

The projection would mark the fourth record year in a row, following a dip from 2020 to 2022 because of fallout from the COVID pandemic.

PortMiami is projected to lead the way again, with 10.2% of all American cruise embarkations and debarkations.

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