At more than 20 years old, Carnival Pride is one of the oldest ships in the Carnival fleet. However, the cruise line has done its best to keep this ship in tip-top cruising condition, with refurbishments giving it new life as recently as the spring of 2023. The ship has been fully upgraded to Carnival Funship 2.0 standards, as of 2014, too, so you can expect all of the popular Carnival venues … [Read more...]
Archives for 02/12/2023
Royal Caribbean Group CEO talks how cruise ships will handle anti-tourism
Travel has its challenges, and a rising anti-tourism sentiment is one of them that is affecting cruise ships just as much as land tourists.As more people than ever are choosing to travel around the world, some popular destinations are pushing back on encouraging more tourists.Whether it's limiting the amount of cruise ships that can visit in a day, or banning ships from city centers, anti-tourism … [Read more...]
Florida Cruise Port Alerts Passengers on Parking Impact
Port Canaveral has alerted cruise guests of road construction areas that are impacting how to reach parking for select cruise terminals at the very busy port. Terminals 5, 6, 8, and 10 are the most impacted, and with busy holiday cruises coming up in the next few weeks, all travelers to and from Port Canaveral should be allotting extra time for possible parking challenges. Road Construction … [Read more...]
Princess Cruises Launching New App for Passengers
Princess Cruises is taking significant steps to enhance its onboard guest experience with the launch of a new app for passengers. Set to be released in the coming days, the app promises to be a significant upgrade over the current MedallionClass app. The introduction of the new app coincides with the introduction of Starlink internet across the Princess Cruises fleet of cruise ships. The … [Read more...]
Viking Marks Float Out of Newest Ocean Ship, Viking Vela
VIKING MARKS FLOAT OUT OF NEWEST OCEAN SHIP Set to Debut in December 2024, the Viking Vela Meets Water for First Time Viking marks the float out of its newest ocean ship—the 998-guest Viking Vela. This is a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Scheduled to debut in December 2024, the Viking Vela will spend her inaugural season sailing … [Read more...]
Norwegian Cruise Line Christens New Norwegian Viva
NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE CHRISTENS ALL-NEW NORWEGIAN VIVA WITH A STAR-STUDDED EVENT IN MIAMI Luis Fonsi, Five-Time Latin GRAMMY® Award-Winner and Godfather to Norwegian Viva Welcomes NCL’s Newest Addition in the ‘Cruise Capital of the World’ All-Star Latin Lineup of Entertainers Come Together for a Ship-Wide Celebration Featuring Performances by Luis Fonsi, Paulina Rubio, Marcello … [Read more...]
Celebrity Ascent Officially Named By Co-Godmothers
Celebrity Cruises’ Highly Anticipated Celebrity Ascent Sets Sail with Elevated Cruise Vacation Experience Officially Named by Its Co-Godmothers – Bravo Tv’s Captain Sandy Yawn and Her Sister Michelle Dunham Setting a new standard for modern cruising and elevating the premium travel experience, Celebrity Cruises introduces its newest cruise ship. Celebrity Ascent was officially … [Read more...]
Cruise News Update: New Ships, PajamaGate, Passengers Denied, Digital Debark
It’s been another jam-packed week for cruise news, and Cruise Hive has all of the major developments covered, with stories from Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, and Norwegian Cruise Line. In This Article: Cruise News Update Let’s dive into this week’s Cruise News Update from Cruise Hive, the go-to source for news from across the cruise industry. We have all of the headlines you need … [Read more...]
These Are The Top 6 Destinations To Spend New Year’s Eve This Year
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These Are The 5 Most Visited Countries In The World Right Now
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Celebrity Cruises Officially Named Celebrity Ascent
<img decoding="async" src="https://www.celebritycruisespresscenter.com/media_photos/low_1701477291_-258A0666-2.jpg" hspace="10" vspace="3" align="left" width="300" title="Co-Godmothers Captain Sandy Yawn, star of Bravo TV's hit series, Below Deck, and her sister, Michelle Dunham, christened the highly anticipated Celebrity … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Why This Cultural City In Mexico Is Breaking All-Time Tourism Records
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4 Reasons This Lesser-Known Destination Is Becoming A Digital Nomad Hotspot
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5 Reasons Why This Iconic U.S. City Is Breaking All-Time Tourism Records
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These Will Be The Top 5 U.S Destinations For 2024 According To New Report
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How long does it take to board a cruise ship?
Boarding a cruise ship has become very easy, and while it might have similarities with an airplane, it's not as complicated.The first day of a cruise is busy with important things to do during the embarkation process, along with a lot of excitement, anticipation, and plenty of exploring along the way.Those new to cruising might be concerned about how long it will all take, and what to expect when … [Read more...]
Carnival Raising Wi-Fi Prices Up to 20% Starting Next Week
The cost of staying in touch on a Carnival cruise is getting more expensive. An update to the Carnival website shows new prices coming for its three wi-fi plans starting December 8. In just a week, the cost for some plans will rise as much as 20% and in some cases reach as much as $25 per day. The price of staying connected is getting a significant bump on Carnival. The new prices show price … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Rolling Out Changes to Debarkation and to WiFi Pricing
Carnival Cruise Line is rolling out two changes that affect debarkation and WiFi pricing on their 25 cruise ships in service. The biggest change that Carnival Cruise Line is making is the way that they distribute luggage tags on the last day of the cruise. Carnival is rolling out a new debarkation system called Digital Debark that will make this process easier for guests. For cruisers who are not … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Makes Significant Package Price Hike
Carnival Cruise Line has announced changes to its Wi-Fi package pricing, with rates increasing from Friday, December 8, 2023. Booked guests do have a few days to lock in lower rates if they pre-pay for an internet package before the rate increase takes effect. Internet Prices Increasing on All Carnival Cruise Ships Carnival Cruise Line has emailed booked guests and affiliated travel partners … [Read more...]
17 Best Day Trips From Colorado Springs, Colorado (2023 Guide)
Interested in planning the best day trips from Colorado Springs? Check out our guide to the top Colorado Springs day trips! If you’re visiting the amazing town of Colorado Springs, there are so many fun things to do. But you can expand your exploration beyond the town borders and see more of Colorado with some amazing day trips! Colorado Springs is famous for its nearby attractions like the Garden … [Read more...]
Bahamas Port Officially Breaks All-Time Cruise Passenger Record
Nassau Cruise Port has officially surpassed its all-time highest number of cruise passengers in a year, and it still has one month to go before the full 2023 numbers can be tabulated. This is a great sign of cruising’s comeback and increased popularity, as well as how desirable a destination the Bahamas is for travelers. Nassau Cruise Port Breaks Annual Record in 11 Months Nassau Cruise … [Read more...]