AAA projects a record 21.7 million Americans will go on ocean cruises in 2026, marking the fourth consecutive year of record cruise passenger volume. 72% of American passengers will cruise the Caribbean and most will be leaving from the three busiest ports in the world: Miami, Port Canaveral, and Fort Lauderdale. The cruise industry keeps growing, and travel agents play a key role in matching travelers with the ideal itineraries for them. | AAA