Carnival Cruise Line has reached out to guests booked on Carnival Pride‘s unique 14-night Journeys cruise to Baltimore with an update about the ship’s anticipated arrival to the Port of Baltimore following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge and the halt in marine traffic in the area. The one-way repositioning cruise is departing Tampa, Florida on Sunday, April 7 and is scheduled to … [Read more...]
Archives for 04/04/2024
Holland America Debuts New Book Club in Partnership With Audible
Holland America has announced that it is the first cruise line to offer a co-branded book club through Audible, offering reads to cruisers by celebrated authors across various genres. The partnership also includes curated destination-focused collections — accessed via an extended Audible free trial — as well as free in-cabin Audible content available to all guests. From travel and … [Read more...]
Air India Launches Revamped Flying Returns Loyalty Program
Air India is in the midst of a huge transformation, and 2024 is turning out to be a pivotal year for the airline. As part of an overall brand reimagining, Air India has launched a revamped Flying Returns loyalty program. The changes affect the earning, redemption, and expiration of Flying Returns points, and establish new names and an adjusted structure for the program’s elite status tiers. Air … [Read more...]
WestJet Introduces Extended Comfort Option for Economy Bookings
WestJet has just introduced a new booking option for passengers travelling in the economy cabin. As of April 10, 2024, WestJet passengers will be able to choose the Extended Comfort experience, which offers extra benefits to travellers in economy. WestJet Introduces Extended Comfort Option for Economy Bookings WestJet has introduced a new booking option for passengers travelling in the economy … [Read more...]
Holland America Line Teams Up with Audible to Offer a Virtual Book Club
Holland America Line is working with Audible, a leading creator and provider of premium audio storytelling, as the first cruise line to offer a co-branded book club with celebrated authors across different genres. The alliance also includes curated destination-focused collections—accessed via an extended Audible free trial—as well as free in-stateroom Audible content available to all guests. … [Read more...]
Holland America Line Releases Refreshed 2025 Grand World Voyage Itinerary
In order to prioritize safety and give travelers adequate time to plan, Holland America Line released a refreshed itinerary for its 2025 Grand World Voyage sailing aboard Zuiderdam. The updated itinerary includes portions to replace the previously announced route through the Red Sea, while adding new ports in Africa and Europe as well as a call in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The changes will only … [Read more...]
Mahogany Bay Cruise Center, Earns Ecological Blue Flag Distinction for Exceptional Environmental Stewardship – Carnival Corporation
Carnival Corporation & plc proudly announces that its port destination Mahogany Bay Cruise Center has been awarded the prestigious Honduran Ecological Blue Flag distinction for 2022-2023 by the Honduras Ministry of Tourism. This accolade, received in the beach category, emphasizes the destination’s commitment to environmental management, education, safety and accessibility, fulfilling a … [Read more...]
Busy 2024 Hurricane Season Expected – What It Means for Cruises
The first prediction for the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season has been released from Colorado State University, and the implications at first look like a hectic, even dangerous season for cruise travelers. Let’s break down the numbers and see what they really mean and how hurricanes could impact cruise vacations in the coming months. First 2024 Hurricane Season Prediction Colorado State … [Read more...]
MSC Cruises is Bringing World-Famous Bars to Some of Its Ships
MSC Cruises has announced an all-new beverage program for its ships called “World’s Greatest Bars.” The new concept will bring some of the most acclaimed shoreside bars to MSC cruise ships, offering a new and unique experience for passengers while at sea. Through the program, world-famous bars will open as pop-ups aboard select MSC Cruises ships, each for a six-month stint. Maestros from each … [Read more...]
MSC Cruises Reveals ‘World’s Greatest Bars’
Julie Bouchner Julie Bouchner is the Digital Editorial Manager for Porthole Cruise and Travel. She has a Master’s Degree in Journalism from Syracuse University. When she is not writing, she enjoys traveling, spending time with family, baking, and playing with her Siberian Husky named Ellie. Appeared first on: Porthole.com … [Read more...]
Aeroplan HotelSavers Promotion: Up to 10,000 Points Back on Hotel Redemptions
In 2022, Aeroplan introduced HotelSavers as a way to book hotel stays using Aeroplan points, giving members more flexibility to redeem their points for travel arrangements beyond flights. Under the latest promotion, Aeroplan members can get up to 10,000 Aeroplan points back on HotelSavers redemptions, for bookings made from April 4–17, 2024, and travel through to October 31, 2024. Aeroplan … [Read more...]
Crystal Cruises Launches Guest Referral Program
Crystal Cruises has launched a brand-new referral program. The Crystal Referral Program is designed to reward loyal passengers who share their cruise experiences with their family and friends. For every “new to Crystal” guest a loyal past traveler refers, the new guest will receive five percent off their cruise fare, and the past traveler will receive the same value as a credit to use towards a … [Read more...]
Cruise Lines Experience a Surge In Online Web Traffic
The popularity of cruises has been confirmed by data released by digital intelligence provider Similarweb. The analysis that the company undertook focused on web traffic to major cruise line websites during the first quarter, known as WAVE season, a period when cruise lines put out their best deals, and the largest amount of bookings for cruises are made. Surge in Cruise Line Online … [Read more...]
Man Overboard and Missing From Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship
The search is on for a 20-year-old-man who fell overboard from Liberty of the Seas early this morning, Thursday, April 4, 2024. The Freedom-class cruise ship was on its way back to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, when the passenger went into the water. Passenger Missing After Going Overboard Royal Caribbean’s Liberty of the Seas has lost a passenger while sailing on a 4-night Eastern … [Read more...]
Venture Ashore Unveils New Tours for 2024
As the travel industry continues to evolve, more travelers are seeking experiences that go beyond the standard tourist options. They crave authentic, immersive adventures that allow them to truly connect with the destinations they visit. Recognizing this trend, Venture Ashore, the world’s largest independent shore excursion company, has announced the launch of 200 new tours for 2024 in some of … [Read more...]
Riviera River Cruises Removes Single Supplement on Rhine, Rhône Departures
In order to offer more options for solo travelers this year, Riviera River Cruises has removed its single supplement from select departures of four Rhine and Rhône River itineraries. More than 500 cabins are now available supplement-free for solo travelers in August and October. The move represents a 185 percent increase in supplement-free cabin availability across the departures. … [Read more...]
UK Port Readies for Visits From Two Special Cruise Ships
Gearing up for a banner year in cruise tourism, the UK’s Port of Dover is celebrating the return visits of two Holland America Line ships in 2024, Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam. The cruise line has a long history with the port and is committed to a homeport schedule for one ship in 2025. Rotterdam, Nieuw Statendam to Call at Dover in April The month of April 2024 will be a special one for … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Raises Price of Bottled Water
Carnival Cruise Line has raised the price for bottled water on their ships that you can order pre-cruise or after you board. Carnival Cruise Line does not allow guests to bring bottled water, or any type of beverages in bottles on cruises. They have once again raised the price of Crystal Geyser Natural Spring Water that they offer on their ships. The new prices are as follows: 12-pack of … [Read more...]
"Very active" Hurricane season predicted for 2024: What that means for cruise ships
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30, is expected to be very active, with Colorado State University (CSU) predicting a total of 23 named storms. According to CSU's forecast, 11 out of the 23 storms are anticipated to become hurricanes, 5 of which are projected to be major. In total, they're predicting 115 named storm days. While this doesn't mean you … [Read more...]
Irish Port Welcomes First Cruise Ship of the Season
The Port of Cork marked the commencement of its annual cruise season with the docking of the cruise ship, Ambition, kick-starting what is anticipated to be a record year for the industry in the region. A Promising Outlook for 2024 On April 4, the Port of Cork in Cobh, Ireland, celebrated the inaugural voyage of Ambition, operated by Ambassador Cruise Line, as it graced Cork … [Read more...]
First Look at Staterooms on Margaritaville’s New Cruise Ship, Islander
Margaritaville at Sea is currently giving a cruise ship they recently purchased a huge makeover. This includes a complete remodel of all 1,105 cabins on Margaritaville at Sea Islander.A balcony cabin on Margaritaville at Sea Islander For the first time, the cruise line has released a first look at what cabins will look like when the ship enters service in June. Each one will have all-new … [Read more...]
Cruise Saudi Selects VIKAND as Healthcare Partner for AROYA Cruises
Julie Bouchner Julie Bouchner is the Digital Editorial Manager for Porthole Cruise and Travel. She has a Master’s Degree in Journalism from Syracuse University. When she is not writing, she enjoys traveling, spending time with family, baking, and playing with her Siberian Husky named Ellie. Appeared first on: Porthole.com … [Read more...]
Enhancements Revealed for Carnival Ship Now in Dry Dock
Carnival Cruise Line has released some exciting teasers about what the newly revamped Carnival Glory will feature when the ship completes her dry dock in mid-April. The ship is now in Cadiz, Spain, undergoing renovation and updates, with great new venues and a refreshment to welcome guests when the 21-year-old vessel returns to service. Carnival Glory Dry Dock Plans The 110,000-gross-ton, … [Read more...]
Margaritaville at Sea Unveils New Accommodations on Islander Ship
Julie Bouchner Julie Bouchner is the Digital Editorial Manager for Porthole Cruise and Travel. She has a Master’s Degree in Journalism from Syracuse University. When she is not writing, she enjoys traveling, spending time with family, baking, and playing with her Siberian Husky named Ellie. Appeared first on: Porthole.com … [Read more...]
Holland America Line Partnership Creates Virtual Book Club
Holland America Line is partnering with a provider of audiobooks and podcasts to market a co-branded book club. The concept, offering language lessons, travel titles, novels, and much more, is geared to those who cruise with the line but is available to anyone who signs up for a free trial. Holland America Program Offers Travel, Language, Fictional Content Taking a new approach to onboard … [Read more...]
Expedition Cruise Line to Welcome New Vessel in 2025
Aurora Expeditions, the Australian-owned adventure cruise company, has announced the upcoming launch of its third small ship, the Douglas Mawson, set to begin sailing in late 2025. Introducing the Douglas Mawson Signifying Aurora Expeditions’ return to East Antarctica with new itineraries from Hobart, Tasmania, Aurora Expeditions is set to enhance its fleet with the … [Read more...]
Buy Air France KLM Flying Blue Miles with a 70% Bonus
The Air France KLM Flying Blue loyalty program is popular for its monthly Promo Rewards in select markets on Air France and KLM flights, unique redemptions on partner airlines, and more. Flying Blue has just launched a new promotion for purchasing miles, which can be a great opportunity to buy Flying Blue miles and redeem them for higher value. Buy Flying Blue Miles with a 70% Discount From … [Read more...]
Revealed: The Most Expensive Carnival Cruise You Can Buy (And Cheapest, Too!)
Carnival is among the largest and most popular cruise lines in the world. It’s also known for offering some of the best values in the industry. The famous funnel is synonymous with Carnival Cruise Line, and Carnival is synonymous with affordable fares. That got us wondering, what exactly is the priciest Carnival cruise? What we found surprised us… It’s not unusual to find trips … [Read more...]
Mistakes I saw on my spring break cruise
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Riviera Travel removes single supplements on Rhine and Rhone itineraries
The river cruise and escorted tour specialist is offering 533 cabins to solo travellers on select departures in August and October.Itineraries include the Rhine, Strasbourg & Heidelberg voyage, Rhine & Moselle, Rhine Cruise to Switzerland, and the Burgundy, the River Rhône & Provence cruise.Prices for the Rhine, Strasbourg & Heidelberg cruise start from £2,749 for an August … [Read more...]