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Mechanical Issues Forces Disney Ship to Skip Port, Adjust Itinerary

A mechanical issue aboard Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship has caused Disney Wish to delay its scheduled departure from Nassau and change onboard plans due to the ship being in port. Poor weather has also caused Sunday’s planned visit to Castaway Cay to be cancelled, but Disney Cruise Line is compensating guests for the multiple disruptions. Mechanical Issue Impacts Disney Wish Guests … [Read more...]

Ambassador Cruise Line Launches 2024/25 Season Complete With A Range Of Exciting Itineraries And Early Booking Offers

Ambassador Cruise Line has launched its 2024/25 season, which will see the premium value, no-fly cruise line offer guests the ‘warmest welcome at sea’ as Ambience sets sail for a third season accompanied by her sister ship, Ambition, which will embark on her second year of itineraries. The all-new season will see Ambassador increase its number of regional departures from 32 to 39 versus 2023/24, … [Read more...]

Cruise Saudi to Participate in 30th Arabian Travel Market Exhibition in Dubai

The Cruise Saudi company, a 100% Public Investment Fund-owned business in the Kingdom, is preparing to participate in the four-day Arabian Travel Market exhibition ATM 2023 that will be held Monday at the Dubai World Trade Center. It will join the most prominent decision makers and regional experts in discussing the future of the travel and tourism industry in the region and exploring ways of … [Read more...]

Cruise ships revive tourism in Oman. This year, Omani ports are expected to receive 142 port calls

With over 3,000km of pristine coastline, and three major tourism ports in Muscat, Salalah and Khasab, Oman has the potential to develop a thriving cruise tourism industry and attract substantial investment to the country. Over 85,000 cruise tourists visited Oman in 2022, with that number expected to increase to 100,000 this year. In 2022, cruise passengers were received at Port Sultan Qaboos, Port … [Read more...]

Coast Guard crews rescues four passengers from three different cruise ships off Southern California

Coast Guard helicopter crews based in San Diego rescued four passengers suffering serious medical conditions from three different cruise ships within a 24-hour period, starting Friday night. Coast Guard helicopter crews based in San Diego rescued four passengers suffering serious medical conditions from three different cruise ships within a 24-hour period, starting Friday night. Coast Guard … [Read more...]

Gary Barlow attends UK premiere of Greatest Days, The Official Take That Musical on P&O Cruises newest ship Arvia

P&O Cruises newest ship Arvia held its UK premiere of Greatest Days, the Official Take That Musical by Tim Firth on Sunday April 30. This special performance was attended by Gary Barlow, who is P&O Cruises music director. Greatest Days is a story about friendship and music and focuses on five 16-year-old girls in 1993 for whom Take That is everything. The show follows this group of girls … [Read more...]

Our 15 Best Travel Tips from 15 Years on the Road

Here’s our list of the best travel tips to help you travel like a pro. We’ve been lucky enough to be travelling the world for over a decade, living a semi-nomadic life, and in that time we’ve picked up quite a lot of travel tips along the way. Rather than write out a list of generic travel advice or life lessons, we wanted to put together this article with a bunch of actionable and not-so-obvious … [Read more...]

21 Awesome Things to Do in Ipswich, Queensland (2023 Guide)

Whether you’re looking to wander the heritage streets or dive into an outdoor adventure, you’re going to love this guide to all the best things to do in Ipswich, Queensland! After spending some time around the Gold Coast and southern Queensland, we made our way towards the Brisbane region and decided to head inland a bit to see what else we could find. Just a 45-minute drive from Queensland’s … [Read more...]

Tulum, Mexico Has Robust Growth Plans

During the last few years, Quintana Roo has experienced substantial growth in innovation in mobility, seducing new residents and investors willing to make this region grow even more. Appeared first on: Travelpulse.com … [Read more...]

How the In-Destination Travel Experiences Market Is Evolving

by Laurie Baratti on April 30, 2023 Last updated: 2:30 PM ET, Sun April 30, 2023 There’s no question that the pandemic quaked the foundations of the global travel and tourism sector to its core. Three years down the line, the ground has at last significantly settled, although the landscape now looks a bit different than it did before the arrival of … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Ship Receives Unique Livery

A cruise ship that will enter service with Carnival Cruise Line in a month has received a unique livery before its debut. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and deals: Sign Up Carnival Venezia is moving over from sister cruise line Costa Cruises and the hull has been painted yellow and will correspond with the yellow on the cruise ship’s funnel. The unique take on the … [Read more...]

Cruise Ducks: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know!

Cruise ducks are a fun phenomenon that has truly taken flight aboard cruise ships, but why? What is so appealing about these cute and quirky figures, and how can you join the feathered fun? In This Article… What Is a Cruise Duck? A cruise duck is a small rubber duck that gets to take a big vacation aboard a cruise ship. These colorful toys may be plain or themed, and may even be homemade … [Read more...]

Lawmakers Defer Bill To Dissolve Hawaii Tourism Authority

by Rich Thomaselli on April 30, 2023 Last updated: 11:40 AM ET, Sun April 30, 2023 The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) is sticking around for now as a bill to dissolve the entity and change its name and structure has been deferred until state lawmakers come back from break.The bill, as proposed, would eliminate the HTA and replace it with a nine-member … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean International Cancels Two Cruises

by Rich Thomaselli on April 30, 2023 Last updated: 11:40 AM ET, Sun April 30, 2023 It happens. Just like flight crews need to be repositioned, cruise ships need to make some adjustments as well.Royal Caribbean International has been forced to cancel two cruises aboard its Jewel of the Seas ship next year due to repositioning plans. All passengers who … [Read more...]

21 Best Things To Do In Napa Valley, California (2023 Guide)

Wondering what activities and attractions you can’t miss in California’s Wine Valley? Our guide to the best things to do in Napa Valley is just what you need! World-famous for its sprawling vineyards that produce many renowned wines, Napa Valley, California, is more than just a getaway for wine lovers. There are a boisterous amount of things to do in Napa Valley, California’s premier wine country. … [Read more...]

First Cruise Ship Arrives for Busy Montreal Season

The first of over 50 cruise ships arrived in the Port of Montreal on April 29, 2023. Another cruise season has officially begun in La Belle Provence and her St. Lawrence River as Holland America Line’s Zaandam arrived in the Port of Montreal after a port of call in Quebec City. More Ships and Passengers to Visit Montreal in 2023 According to port authorities, the 1,440-passenger … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean News Round-Up: April 30, 2023

Happy weekend! In case you missed any Royal Caribbean news, here is a look at everything that happened this week!Are you ready to board Royal Caribbean's new specialty restaurant concept?While it's very early in the design phase, Royal Caribbean is working on a immersive dining experience for Utopia of the Seas that will take diners on virtual train rides.We have a first look at the new restaurant … [Read more...]

57 Must-Have Tips, Advice, and Info For First-Time Cruisers

Taking your first cruise? The only thing that can match the excitement of an upcoming vacation is the overwhelmed feeling that comes with trying to navigate and plan for your first trip. From embarkation on cruise day to dining to shore excursions, everything you do on a cruise is just a little different than any other vacation you’ve ever been on. That’s why we’ve taken the … [Read more...]

Why This Cheap European Country Is Perfect For Digital Nomads 

Last Updated 1 second agoWith millions of people around the world nowadays working remotely, more and more countries are finding themselves deemed the next “hotspot” for these digital nomads. With the rising cost of literally everything in many Western countries, many are looking abroad to live for a while in hopes of better prices as well as a better way of life.  While many … [Read more...]

6 Reasons To Visit This Underrated European Destination This Summer

Last Updated 1 second agoPlanning for your next big trip across the pond? This summer travel season is set to be one of the busiest ever, with travelers flocking to Europe in record numbers. International travel is up more than 200% compared to 2022, and international airfare has risen by more than 30%, according to data from AAA. With the increase in travel this summer, popular European … [Read more...]

New 1100 Room Luxury Resort Will Be The Largest In Arizona

Last Updated 1 second agoTravelers are showing a preference for resorts in 2023, and luxury resorts are among the most popular.  But that’s not all; new properties in the industry are providing never-seen-before experiences. The newest to do so? A massive luxury resort in Arizona that is sure to wow every guest that visits. The hospitality company VAI Resort has just … [Read more...]

Cruising along the Turkish Riviera on board a private charter gulet

Cruising along the Turkish Riviera on board a private charter gulet By Trina Howes on Apr 30, 2023 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, Turkey Luxury yacht charters in Turkey are centred along the Aegean coast in the south and west of the country where the clear blue water gives the Turquoise Coast its name. There are an infinite number … [Read more...]

How Luxury Cruise Lines Are Helping Scientists Explore Remote Destinations

For those studying polar ice, a berth aboard Le Commandant Charcot is like a winning lottery ticket. “This cruise ship is one of the few resources scientists can use, because nothing else can get there,” says G. Mark Miller, CEO of research-vessel builder Greenwater Marine Sciences Offshore (GMSO) and a former ship captain for the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). … [Read more...]