Record Occupancy and Capacity Growth
First quarter occupancy reached a record 93% (up 4 percentage points from 89%), achieved on roughly a 6% increase in capacity (available guest nights up ~6.4%).
Strong Revenue and Segment Growth
Total company revenues were $208 million, up $28.3 million or ~15.7% year-over-year. Lindblad segment revenues were $152.5 million (up ~16%), and Land Experiences revenues were $55.5 million (up ~14%).
Record Net Yield
Net yield per available guest night increased ~7% (7.2% reported) to a record $1,631, the highest quarterly net yield in company history.
Profitability and EBITDA Expansion
Adjusted EBITDA was $34.8 million, an increase of $4.8 million or ~16.2% year-over-year. First quarter net income available to stockholders was $6 million (vs. a slight loss a year ago).
Strong Cash Flow and Balance Sheet Improvements
Free cash flow increased 21.7% to $42.6 million. Total cash ended the quarter at $321 million (up $31.3 million vs. end of 2025). Net leverage declined from 3.1x to 2.7x and Moody's upgraded the company's rating.
Robust Booking Momentum and Commercial Traction
Delivered a historically strong wave season, maintained booking pace for 2026 and accelerated bookings for 2027. Bookings from Disney Earmarked travel agents increased 67% year-over-year; outbound sales increased 64%; onboard sales program shows >25% of guests booking next voyage before disembarkation.
Operational and Cost-Innovation Initiatives
Launched a programmatic fuel consumption initiative, enhanced maintenance (propeller polishing, hull cleaning), renegotiated supply contracts, outsourced select warehouse functions, and optimized crew travel; these are expected to deliver long-term structural cost benefits.
Sustainability & Brand Recognition
Progress on food waste reduction (guest dinner sign-up reduced prep waste by up to 75%), installation of food dehydrators, published the 2025 Traveler Impact Report, and named by TIME as one of the 10 Most Influential Travel and Tourism Companies of 2026.
Guidance Reaffirmed
Company reaffirmed full-year outlook: available guest nights +4.5%–5%; net yield +4%–5%; total revenue $800M–$850M; adjusted EBITDA $130M–$140M.