For all the travelers out there looking for an authentic experience, we’ve picked out some of the best places to see in South India that need to be discovered in our offbeat travel guide. Personally, we think you only truly get to know a place by bumping into random spots and people, making it your own. Each time you return, it will be an entirely new experience! So, check out this South India … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2023
Royal Caribbean Raising Gratuity Rates for All Passengers
Royal Caribbean International is quietly raising its daily gratuity rate on all guests next month. Travelers who have prepaid gratuities for an upcoming cruise, regardless of the sailing date, are not impacted, and guests with upcoming cruises can prepay to lock in the current lower rate but must do so before setting sail or they will be subject to the new, higher rate once onboard. Royal … [Read more...]
Over 5,000 Cruise Calls Anticipated Across Italian Cruise Ports
Italy is experiencing a phenomenal surge in cruise tourism, with projections indicating that 2024 will be a record-setting year for passenger traffic. This surge in popularity is evident in the numbers, with over 5,000 cruise calls scheduled, marking the highest figure in the last decade. The 5,000 calls will also bring a record number of cruise passengers to the Italian coastline, a country … [Read more...]
6 Louisiana dining treats in Lake Charles
Dining in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a crossroad of Cajun, Creole, and Texas flavors. From fine dining to get-your-hands-dirty local favorites, your taste buds will go on a culinary adventure without going far. Drago’s at L’Auberge Resort Famous in the area for local seafood like nowhere else, the local catch is top shelf. Start with the oysters – caught locally and then char-broiled with … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean increases gratuities for crew members on its cruise ships
Royal Caribbean is increasing its daily gratuities that its passengers pay for crew member service on its ships.Each passenger pays a daily gratuity that covers the services of the crew members they interact with the most, and this daily rate is charged automatically unless the guest pre-pays it prior to the cruise.As of November 11, 2023, the automatic daily gratuity charge will … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Addresses Bitterness Over Sweet Souvenir
Carnival Cruise Line brand ambassador John Heald has offered guests advice and commiseration about reportedly watered-down vanilla purchased in Cozumel, Mexico, but with a bittersweet reminder that the cruise line has no control or authority over local retailers in ports of call. How can travelers be sure they’re getting quality merchandise? Carnival Cruise Line Deals With “Vanilla … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Raising Daily Gratuities Next Week
Royal Caribbean is raising the price of the daily gratuities that are charged to passenger’s account each day on cruises. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and deals: Sign Up Starting on November 11, 2023, the price for daily gratuities on Royal Caribbean cruise ships will be going up by $2 per day, per passenger. The new rates will be as follows: Interior, ocean view, … [Read more...]
Celebrity Cruises Announces When Cruises in 2025-2026 Will Open for Bookings
Celebrity Cruises has announced their opening deployment schedule for cruises in 2025 through 2026. If you are looking at booking a cruise on a Celebrity cruise ship in 2025 or 2026, then you’ll want to know when the cruise line is opening cruises for specific ships and to different regions of the world. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and deals: Sign Up Celebrity Cruises’ … [Read more...]
WestJet Completes Integration of Swoop
On Friday, June 9, WestJet announced that it planned fully integrate Swoop into its mainline operations by later on this year. On October 28, 2023, Swoop operated its last flight, and the former ultra-low-cost carrier has now been fully integrated into WestJet’s mainline operations. WestJet Fully Integrates Swoop into Mainline Operations WestJet has completed the integration of Swoop into its … [Read more...]
Cruise season kicks off with four Antarctic ships in Montevideo
Four Antarctic ships have been reported to be docking in the Uruguayan port of Montevideo as the 2023/2024 cruise season is already underway. “Four Antarctic cruise ships in the port of Montevideo. They operate for passenger arrivals, crew relief, stores, fuel loading, waste disposal, and repairs. Berths 1 and 2: Ocean Endeavour, World Explorer Berth 5: Ocean Adventurer CMB: SH Vega,” posted the … [Read more...]
St Kitts Is Expecting a Big Cruise Season
It’s one of the top cruise ports in the Caribbean: Port Zante, the popular stop on the island of St Kitts. Now one of the fastest-growing cruise destinations in the region is expecting another big years, tourism officials said this week. St Kitts and Nevis is projecting 342 cruise ships for this year’s tourism season, according to Marsha Henderson, St Kitts’ Minister of Tourism Full story St … [Read more...]
Upcoming Changes to WestJet Preferred Seat & Baggage Fees
WestJet has announced some upcoming changes to the fees charged for baggage and Preferred seats, which are set to come into effect as of November 7, 2023. Furthermore, WestJet Silver and Gold members will soon be required to redeem advance seat selection vouchers prior to check-in if they wish to reserve a Preferred or exit row seat at no cost. Upcoming Changes to WestJet Checked Baggage Fees On … [Read more...]
Carnival Jubilee Completes River Conveyance for Sea Trials
Carnival Jubilee, set to begin her maiden voyage from Texas in December, accomplished a remarkable milestone by becoming the first vessel from Carnival Cruise Line to undergo a passage through the river Ems in northwest Germany. Carnival Jubilee became the first ship built at Meyer Werft, and was successfully moved from the German port to Eemshaven, Netherlands. Carnival Jubilee sailed … [Read more...]
New Zealand Port Expects Record Visitors With Strong Growth
Wellington, the busiest port in New Zealand, anticipates over 200,000 visitors during the 2023/2024 summer cruise season, after witnessing robust economic growth in 2023 as well. This is a strong comeback for cruising in the region and shows the growing demand for trips to this highly desirable destination. Wellington Welcomes Record Number of Cruise Ship Guests Wellington, the capital of … [Read more...]
Almost 426 thousand cruise passengers arrive in Puerto Vallarta in 9 months
During the initial nine months of this year, nearly 426,000 travelers disembarked in Puerto Vallarta via 129 international cruise voyages, as indicated by data released by the National Port System Administration (Asipona) for the city. In contrast to the same timeframe the previous year, over 255,000 cruise-goers had reached the Puerto Vallarta maritime terminal on 109 vessels, illustrating … [Read more...]
Great golf in Cajun Country
Lake Charles, Louisiana sits with the ocean, the lake and some rivers running through the area. The golf results are picturesque holes with an abundance of foliage, unique topography and coastal wildlife. While battered by a coastal storm two years ago, the golf courses used this as an opportunity to improve holes, upgrade the clubhouses, and in some cases build new courses. Here are some … [Read more...]
Crystal Cruises Unveils 2025 Grand Journey Itineraries
Crystal Cruises unveiled its Grand Journeys itineraries for 2025 onboard the newly refurbished Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony. Crystal Cruises is set to provide longer journeys with extended stays at ports, overnight stops, and the option to partake in overland adventures curated by Abercrombie & Kent, covering both renowned landmarks and less-traveled destinations. From … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Clarifies Venue Access for Loyal Guests
After several recent changes to onboard exclusive lounges have led to confusion about which guests can access which lounge at which time, Royal Caribbean International has issued more clarification on the loyalty lounges. While there are no further changes at this time, the clarification can help travelers better understand which spaces are available to enjoy. Lounge Access Clarified The … [Read more...]
Explore AmaMagna: The Ultimate Ship Tour Experience!
Explore the magic of river cruises with AmaWaterways! Join us for a guided tour aboard Ama Magna, one of the largest riverboats traveling on the Danube, that can accommodate more than 196 passengers and crew members. AmaMagna is a thrilling adventure on the water, offering a dazzling array of features. Experience fine dining with breathtaking views, vibrant social lounges with bars and … [Read more...]
Riviera River Cruises to Open 2025 Bookings, Offers Incentives
With its 2025 European river cruise departures going on sale Nov. 15 and Black Friday on Nov. 24, Riviera River Cruises will celebrate throughout the month of November with a discount for travelers and incentives for travel advisors. All month long, Riviera will offer a $500 per person discount on 2024 or 2025 river cruises from eight to 15 days, including exclusive departures for solo travelers. … [Read more...]
I saved $240 on my cruise by letting Royal Caribbean choose my room, and I'd totally do it again
I've never experienced what it feels like to win the lottery, but this cruise hack made me feel pretty close.For my latest cruise on Freedom of the Seas, I chose to book with a guarantee cabin, allowing Royal Caribbean to assign a room location instead of choosing my own.By selecting this option, I gave up the option to pick a specific room, but it saved me a couple hundred dollars.In retrospect, … [Read more...]
Scenic to offer 2-for-1 fares on a Double Meaning on Two Antarctica Sailings in 2024. Scenic Eclipse and Scenic Eclipse II meet in Marguerite Bay
Scenic guests may think they are seeing double when they wake up one morning during their Antarctica cruise, step out onto their walkout balcony to take in the beautiful snow and ice laden views, and see a yacht that looks identical to the one they are on. Besides enjoying great 2-for-1 fares, guests will get to experience 2-for-1 yachts as for the second time in the company’s history (the first … [Read more...]
Massive New Carnival Cruise Ship Completes Complex Milestone
Carnival Jubilee has set a fleet first before even officially joining Carnival Cruise Line as she has completed a tricky navigation of the river Ems in northwest Germany, reaching the North Sea where her sea trials will take place. The new ship is the first ever in the Carnival fleet to complete the conveyance, as the ship is the first to have been built by the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, … [Read more...]
Holland America Line’s Upcoming Hawaii Cruises Feature Savings Up to 25% and Fares Starting at Just $999
Say aloha to an incredible offer on Holland America Line’s upcoming cruises to Hawaii. With savings up to 25% on all fall 2023 through spring 2024 Hawaii departures, guests can cruise to the islands starting at just $999 per person, double occupancy. Itineraries range from 16 to 35 days and are roundtrip from San Diego, California, or from San Diego to Vancouver, Canada. Full story Holland … [Read more...]
Experience Authentic Connections and Wellness with BeYouDisco: A Revolutionary Team-Building Concept for Personal and Professional Growth
Shore excursions are an essential part of any cruise vacation. They provide guests with an opportunity to discover new places, immerse themselves in local culture, and forge connections with fellow travelers. What if you could combine these aspects with wellness and team-building? Enter Be You Disco.Be You Disco is a revolutionary concept encouraging individuals to express their true selves on an … [Read more...]
Bilbao hosts cruiseline executives following a busy September
The Bilbao Port Authority was promoting the Basque Country at Seatrade Europe in Hamburg in September. In a year has been a good one both for tourism generally in the Basque Country and specifically for tourists visiting by sea, September saw more cruiseships stopping over at the Port of Bilbao than ever before in one month. Twenty of the 80 cruiseships docking at the Getxo facilities in 2023 … [Read more...]
The 6 Best New Cruise Ships for 2024
Are you someone who loves that “new cruise ship” smell? Ok, that’s not really a thing, but it absolutely is something that cruise lines continue to roll out the biggest, wildest, and most amazing new ships you’ve ever seen. The cruise industry knows that it is in a constant battle to capture the imagination of the potential customers. The best way to do that is to come out … [Read more...]
Carnival Jubilee Heading Out to Sea for the First Time
Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Cruise Line’s next new cruise ship, is heading out to sea for the first time after the vessel departed from the Meyer Werft shipyard. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and deals: Sign Up Carnival Jubilee is Carnival’s first ship to be built at the shipyard. The cruise ship left the German shipyard and was taken backwards up the Ems river with the … [Read more...]
UnCruise Adventures Offers New Inaugural Expeditions with Unbeatable Savings
UnCruise Adventures has introduced new guest savings for Baja California, Mexico, in 2024, along with an exclusive inaugural adventure led by the company’s CEO for one sailing only. Small ship, eco-conscious sailings continue to be redefined with the unveiling of new offers for their Sea of Cortez Adventures for early bookings. The highly sought-after Whales & Sealife package offers a 7-night … [Read more...]
Carnival Jubilee Completes River Conveyance as She Readies for Sea Trials
CARNIVAL JUBILEE COMPLETES RIVER CONVEYANCE AS SHE READIES FOR SEA TRIALS Carnival’s Next New Ship Closer to Completion with December Debut in Sight Carnival Jubilee, debuting in Texas in December, successfully finished a nautical feat as the first Carnival Cruise Line ship to complete a conveyance of the river Ems in northwest Germany. The first Carnival ship built at … [Read more...]
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