Royal Caribbean International has just notified guests onboard Radiance of the Seas that the ship will not, in fact, be departing as hoped for an abbreviated Alaskan sailing. The voyage is now cancelled and guests will be debarking the ship to be sent home. As originally planned, the ship was to have departed from Vancouver, British Columbia on Friday, April 26, but an earlier adjustment due to … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean cancels Alaska cruise at last minute after passengers were already onboard
Royal Caribbean threw in the towel on Saturday and decided to cancel its planned sailing to Alaska after discovering repairs would take longer than expected.Guests boarded the ship on Friday after being told their sailing would be delayed by two days, but would sail on Sunday. Radiance of the Seas was scheduled to depart on Friday, but the amended itinerary dropped a port visit so it could stay in … [Read more...]
Why do we tend to gain weight on a cruise, and how do you prevent it?
Sue Baic, Registered Dietitian, Cruise Enrichment Speaker and Author of Travelling Light: 50 Bite- Size Tips for Avoiding Weight Gain on a Cruise Vacation breaks down the factors that lead us to gain weight on a cruise vacation, and reveals why prevention is more important than post-holiday diets. Garden Cafe buffet aboard Norwegian Jade A cruise can be good for our health in so … [Read more...]
Bermuda Cruise Port: Docks, Getting Around and What’s Nearby
While many assume that Bermuda is one of the many island nations in the Caribbean, it is actually a British Overseas Territory located in the North Atlantic Ocean. Unsurprisingly, Bermuda is also a popular destination and departure point for many cruise lines. If you are considering booking a cruise in Bermuda, you will almost certainly stop at the Bermuda Cruise Port. To help you know what to … [Read more...]
Top Cruise News for the Week From 10 Cruise Lines – April 27, 2024
10 cruise lines announced news this week that included newly christened ships, construction milestones, and new VIP areas on select vessels. Here is a rundown of cruise news for the week ending April 27, 2024. Cruise lines are listed alphabetically. Carnival Cruise Line Carnival christened the newest cruise ship to enter their fleet, Carnival Firenze. The ship moved over from sister … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean crew member shows off daring high dive on cruise ship: "Should be illegal"
A Royal Caribbean crew member recently shared what it's like to do a high dive on a cruise ship, and it looked scarier than when watching from the seats.Crew members often share their unique day-to-day lives on social media, and this woman shocked the Internet with her daredevil antics.Ginni van Katwijk, a Dutch cliff diver, recently shared a video to Instagram of a shocking high-dive.She lives … [Read more...]
Cruise News Update: Passengers, New Ships, Propulsion
Here’s your chance to get up to speed on all of the big cruise news developments we covered on Cruise Hive this week. Our recap includes coverage from Carnival Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Royal Caribbean. In This Article: Cruise News Update Let’s dive into this week’s comprehensive news round-up from Cruise Hive, where you’ll find all of the major developments in the world of … [Read more...]
Why This Tiny Country Is Europe’s Best Kept Secret Destination
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5 Incredible European Beach Cities Where You Can Live For Less Than $2,000 Per Month
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4 Incredible European Beach Cities Where You Can Live For Less Than $2,000 Per Month
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Top 10 U.S. National Parks To Visit For 2024 Revealed (They Might Surprise You!)
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Leave Your Passport At Home! Why This Caribbean Paradise Is Soaring In Popularity With Americans
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These Are 5 Of The Biggest Summer Travel Trends According To Pinterest
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From Solo Cruise to Found Family: A Carnival Guest’s Story of Connection
Carnival Brand Ambassador John Heald recently shared a touching message on his Facebook page that highlights the power of connection found on board a cruise ship.Carnival Celebration and Carnival Breeze in Cozumel (Photo Credit: Cruise Fever) Heald, who spends a significant amount of time on Carnival cruise ships to connect with other passengers, shared a message from a guest named Sam. Sam, a … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Teams Up With Hard Rock for Reciprocal Perks
Royal Caribbean Group has teamed up with Hard Rock International, Seminole Gaming to provide reciprocal perks at Hard Rock locations and Royal Caribbean/Celebrity cruise ships. This new partnership offers rewards and savings through Royal Caribbean’s Club Royale, Celebrity Cruises’ Blue Chip Club, and Unity by Hard Rock. Cruisers who are members of the casino programs on Royal Caribbean and … [Read more...]
Carnival Plants Thousands of Trees at New Private Island Destination
As with the majority of the mainstream cruise lines, Carnival Cruise Line has been prioritizing sustainability measures, including moving up its greenhouse gas reduction goal of 20% by four years from 2030 to 2026. Of course, one of the best ways to combat pollution-induced climate change is by planting trees, which remove carbon dioxide from the air and release clean oxygen back into the … [Read more...]
Cruise Passenger in Grand Turk Facing 12 Years After Ammo in Luggage
For the second time this month, another American tourist has been arrested when ammunition was found in his belongings after traveling to the Caribbean island of Grand Turk.Grand Turk. Photo 290951828 | Cruise © Aclicks | Dreamstime.com According to news reports, 31-year-old Tyler Scott Wenrich was charged with possession of ammunition, a charge that could lead to a 12-year prison … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Makes Challenging Airlift From Holland America Ship
A 65-year-old male guest was successfully evacuated from Holland America Line’s Koningsdam on Thursday, April 25 as the ship was sailing approximately 175 nautical miles (201 miles / 324 kilometers) west of Tillamook, Oregon, while the ship was en route to Victoria, British Columbia. The guest had been injured several days earlier and required greater continuing medical care than was available on … [Read more...]
The top 6 golf courses in New Zealand
Golf is more than just a sport in New Zealand. Golf courses are a common sight across the nation, from cities to rural towns. Our country is home to more than 390 golf courses, delivering a prosperous assortment of landscapes and experiences for local enthusiasts and visiting golfers. New Zealand’s diverse landscapes and raw beauty make it a perfect location for some of the world’s most … [Read more...]
Tillberg Design of Sweden Celebrates the Completion of Sun Princess Project
Tillberg Design of Sweden, part of VikenGroup, celebrated the completion of the seven-year Sun Princess project, which was delivered by Monfalcone shipyard on February 14. Tilberg Design was involved in the Sun Princess project since 2017, as coordinating architects and designers of several onboard venues, including a three-story dining room, a modern two-deck lounge and a panoramic terrace with … [Read more...]
Hard Rock International, Seminole Gaming, Royal Caribbean International And Celebrity Cruises Announce Global Partnership
Hard Rock International, Seminole Gaming and Royal Caribbean Group brands, Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises, today unveiled a global partnership that will benefit both vacationers and team members of the brands. Travelers around the world can take advantage of accommodations, meals, discounts and more at Hard Rock and Seminole casinos, hotels and cafes, and on Royal Caribbean … [Read more...]
Venice Implements Tourist Fee, How It Will Impact Cruise Visitors
Venice, Italy, has introduced an access fee for day tourists to manage over-tourism on its busiest days. The fee aims to reduce crowds in the historic city and preserve its fragile sites. This also includes visitors coming from cruise ships. Venice’s New Strategy Against Over-Tourism Starting April 25, 2024, Venice has implemented an access fee for tourists visiting the city on select … [Read more...]
Celebrity Cruises’ Newest Ship Celebrity Ascent Arrives In Barcelona to sail first-ever European summer season
Setting sail for the first time in Europe, Celebrity Cruises® flagship vessel, Celebrity Ascent℠ will turn heads as she raises the bar for holidays in the region this summer. Visiting stunning destinations in Spain, Greece, Italy, Portugal and Turkey, the newest ship from the premium cruise line will dive into the rich history of Europe and explore the best the Mediterranean has to offer across … [Read more...]
Madeira Port Authority invests in energy efficiency in the Port of Funchal
The Madeira Port Authority (APRAM) will invest 14.9 thousand euros in a study to improve the energy efficiency of the infrastructures of the Port of Funchal: Gare Marítima, Gare Cais 6, Centro Náutico de São Lázaro and Cais 8. The perspective, says the president of Madeira Port Authority, Paula Cabaço, is to obtain annual savings of around 35 thousand euros. “Our commitment to the environment and … [Read more...]
Carnival Corporation celebrates top contributors to the ‘Plant A Tree’ initiative
Carnival Corporation & plc announced that it has purchased 5,000 palm trees, all grown locally in Grand Bahama from seed, to beautify the company’s flagship cruise port destination, Celebration Key. Through the resounding success of Phase One of the company’s ‘Plant a Tree’ initiative, 40 percent of these trees were purchased from small-scale community growers on the island. The initiative … [Read more...]
Cruise Ship Rescue by U.S. Coast Guard Captured on Video
Incredible video footage of a cruise ship rescue off the coast of Astoria, Oregon was posted on X today. The U.S. Coast Guard in the Pacific Northwest released video from the cockpit perspective as the helicopter lowered a stretcher onto Holland America Line’s Koningsdam. (1/2) A #USCG aircrew from Astoria rescued a 65-year-old man from the cruise ship 'Koningsdam' yesterday afternoon … [Read more...]
Chris Austin appointed Explora Journeys’ President North America
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle brand of the MSC Group, yesterday announced the appointment of Christopher Austin as President North America, based in Miami. Chris joined Explora Journeys in November 2020 as the brand`s Chief Sales Officer. Prior to that, he spent nearly three decades in leading hospitality roles, including Senior Vice President Global Marketing & Sales at another … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Ship to Remain in Port Longer Due to Propulsion Repair
The Radiance of the Seas sailing scheduled to depart from Vancouver on April 26, 2024, has been postponed, with a new departure set for April 28. However, passengers have been asked to board the ship as scheduled and spend the first two days of the cruise in port. Royal Caribbean Alters Schedule of Radiance of the Seas Royal Caribbean International has announced a change to the … [Read more...]
Celebrity Ascent to Arrive in Barcelona This Weekend For First European Season
Setting sail for the first time in Europe, Celebrity Cruises’ ship Celebrity Ascent will arrive into Barcelona tomorrow, April 27th. The vessel will kick off its first European deployment with a nine-night Italian Riviera and France itinerary. The sailing will visit destinations across the Mediterranean, including an overnight stay in La Spezia. “We’re bringing our latest and greatest Edge Series … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean shortens sailing because of propulsion issue
Royal Caribbean's Radiance of the Seas will not have to cancel its next cruise, but it will need extra time to fix the issue onboard.Guests on the April 26 sailing of Radiance of the Seas were advised on embarkation day that their sailing will still take place, albeit with an extra two days in port before they can leave.Earlier this week, Radiance of the Seas suffered a propulsion issue that … [Read more...]
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