The Cumberland regained its old name in May, having spent a number of years as the Hard Rock Hotel London. But, despite the name change, the musical associations of the 900-room hotel, which was the last official residence of Jimi Hendrix and home to the original Hard Rock Cafe, still remain. In fact, musical references abound, from the hotel’s logo (a ‘C’ set against the shape of a guitar pluck) … [Read more...]
Archives for 12/11/2023
Carnival Opens More 2025-2026 West Coast Sailings
CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE OPENS MORE 2025-26 WEST COAST SAILINGS, INCLUDING NEW INAUGURAL CRUISE FOR CARNIVAL FIRENZE Program Adds New Carnival Journeys Hawaii Cruises on Carnival Radiance Carnival Cruise Line opens more 2025-2026 West Coast sailings. The cruise line is adding more fun, including a new cruise to kick off Carnival Firenze’s debut in Long Beach, CA next spring. As Carnival … [Read more...]
Carnival Paradise Cruise Ship: Overview and What to Do
Carnival Paradise is the second-oldest ship in Carnival Cruise Line’s fleet. However, despite the fact that this ship made its debut before the turn of the last century, it still holds its own. Carnival is making sure it stays relevant to modern cruisers, with a recent refurbishment that just wrapped up in October 2023. So, if you’re going to be on a Carnival Paradise cruise in the near … [Read more...]
Port of Galveston One Step Closer to Cruise Terminal 16
On November 7, 2023, the Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees voted in approval of a $5.3 million (USD) engineering and architecture contract for what will be the fourth cruise terminal at Port of Galveston, further strengthening the homeport’s position as a cruise leader. While much remains to be decided at this time, this step is essential to opening a new terminal to service even more … [Read more...]
What the launch of homegrown Saudi cruise line AROYA means for the industry
The launch of Aroya Cruises, the first domestic Saudi Arabian cruise line and the Arab world’s first homegrown cruise brand, will be transformative for the regional cruise industry. <img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="639" height="355" data-attachment-id="22682" … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean News Round-Up: November 12, 2023
Another busy week of Royal Caribbean fun just wrapped up, but if you missed any of it, I have a concise look at all of it for you in this weekly news round-up!Royal Caribbean released its European cruises for the 2025 cruise season.Six ships will sail around Europe to Norway, the Mediterranean, Spain and more.Highlighting the season is the return of Allure of the Seas to Europe, along with … [Read more...]
Why These Stunning Islands Are My Favorite Winter Getaway In Europe
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Why This Lesser-Known European City Is One Of The Best Destinations For Digital Nomads
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Why This Stunning European Country Was Just Named Best Destination For Solo Travelers
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These Are The Top 6 Ski Destinations In Europe This Winter According To New Survey
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Why You Should Not Visit This Iconic Destination For 2024
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Americans Visit This Stunning International Destination More Than Any Other On Earth
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Working Out on a Cruise: What to Know About Staying Fit at Sea
Think of a cruise and working out in a gym might not be the first thing that comes to mind. Truth is, however, that if you like working out, then a cruise is a fantastic place for you. Every cruise ship will have a fitness center that’s stocked with the latest equipment. If you like to work out, you’ll be in heaven. Any ship that you sail will have a place for you to exercise, and … [Read more...]
Carnival Ends Week of Veteran Tributes at World’s Busiest Port
Carnival Cruise Line wrapped up its week of homeport veteran tributes with a thoughtful ceremony at Port Canaveral, onboard Mardi Gras. The celebration was the last of six such tributes at different US homeports, each of which was partnered with a local Veterans Administration office for special recognition and a very practical donation. Veterans Tribute at Port Canaveral Carnival Cruise … [Read more...]
Luxury hotels in South Africa’s forgotten Eastern Cape
The Eastern Cape with its windswept beaches, jungle vegetation and open-hearted, laid-back people often gets coded as a backpacker’s or surfer destination. But to view it in this light would not only be a gross discredit to the region but to the astonishing series of luxury accommodation options. After a stay at three luxury hotels dotted along its coast, I found that its natural beauty … [Read more...]
Cruise Port Focus: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
As cruise travel continues to gain popularity, one destination that’s steadily attracting international cruise lines is Jeddah in Saudi Arabia. Jeddah, historically known as the “Bride of the Red Sea”, presents a fascinating fusion of the old and the new, with its deep roots in tradition and a sparkling vision for the future. <img fetchpriority="high" … [Read more...]