Lokono Cove is set to join Carnival Cruise Line’s exclusive private destination, Celebration Key, on Grand Bahama Island, emphasizing Bahamian culture and craftsmanship. A New Marketplace in the Bahamas Carnival Cruise Line revealed its latest addition to the much-anticipated Celebration Key by announcing details of Lokono Cove during the annual Seatrade Cruise Global … [Read more...]
Archives for 09/04/2024
Paul Gauguin Announces Enrichment Experts For 2025 Boutique Crossing Collection
Paul Gauguin Cruises, French Polynesia’s destination expert, has unveiled the rich roster of expert speakers, scientists, and culturalists who will host the line’s 2025 Boutique Crossing Collection – three unique itineraries of 14-, 16- and 20-nights cruising between Fiji, Bali, Singapore, Papua New Guinea, and Australia. From a Nobel Peace Prize recipient and doctor of cultural geography to … [Read more...]
New Futuristic Cruise Ship Concept Revealed by Shipyard
The popular Meyer Werft has unveiled its 2024 vision for the future of cruise ship design. The shipbuilder has released a new concept every year since 2021, which introduces design and construction features that later influence cruise ship production. The latest concept from the Papenburg, Germany-based shipbuilders, called ORIGIN, represents a change from conventional cruise ship designs, with … [Read more...]
American Cruise Lines Announces American Patriot & American Pioneer New Ships in the Project Blue Fleet
American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce two more new small ships coming in 2025, American Patriot and American Pioneer. These 125-passenger sister ships represent the 5th and 6th ships in the company’s Project Blue series of 12 new small ships for the U.S. market. The ships will be built at the company’s affiliated shipyard, Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Maryland. American Patriot will begin … [Read more...]
AIDA Cruises stages the 835th HAFENGEBURTSTAG HAMBURG with a breathtaking light show
From May 9 to 12, 2024, Hamburg will celebrate the 835th HAFENGEBURTSTAG HAMBURG. For the tenth time, AIDA Cruises is supporting the well-known event as a sponsor and will be present with an extensive promotional area at Platz der Deutschen Einheit, located directly next to the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, and an impressive light and music show. … [Read more...]
Carnival Guest Upset When Cabin Attendant Ignores Do Not Disturb
A guest on a recent Carnival cruise has reached out to the cruise line’s brand ambassador, upset because their stateroom attendant ignored the do not disturb sign on the door and entered their cabin all the same. While this may seem like a violation of guests’ privacy, it is actually part of the cruise line’s policy and the attendant was taking the appropriate steps to ensure the guests’ … [Read more...]
State of the Cruise Industry report – CLIA
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has released its 2024 State of the Cruise Industry report. This year’s report includes the release of 2023 passenger volume, which reached 31.7 million— surpassing 2019 by 7%. The report also shows continued demand for cruise holidays, noting intent to cruise at 82%. The forecast for cruise capacity shows an increase of 10% from 2024 through 2028, as … [Read more...]
Thrill Ride “Cliffhanger” Comes to MSC World America
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...]
Carnival Cruise Line’s Celebration Key Will Showcase Bahamian Culture And Flavors At Lokono Cove
Carnival Cruise Line’s new exclusive destination on Grand Bahama Celebration Key will feature a retail portal that has been named Lokono Cove with help from a Grand Bahama resident. Lokono Cove is the winning submission from a community competition that was supported by the Ministry for Grand Bahama and the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture. Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy … [Read more...]
‘Nothing Comes Close’ To The Elevated Experience Of Celebrity Cruises
[embedded content] Nothing Comes Close to Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Cruises® is extending an irresistible invitation to discerning travelers: Come on board and discover a world where ‘Nothing Comes Close SM’ to the elevated experiences and unmatched offerings that await on a premium journey at sea. ‘Nothing Comes Close’, Celebrity Cruises’ new brand positioning and brand identity, is … [Read more...]
Swan Hellenic Cruise Guests Among First to Experience 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Guests aboard Swan Hellenic’s boutique expedition cruise ship SH Diana were among the first in the world to witness the 2024 total eclipse of the sun. Grouped in the comfort of spacious decks, they enjoyed an immersive private experience with open views across the Gulf of California. Yesterday at just past 11 o’clock PDT, as the Swan Hellenic boutique expedition cruise ship SH Diana was sailing … [Read more...]
P.E.I.’s first cruise ship of the year marks early start to Island tourism season – Charlottetown
The first cruise ship of the season sailed into Charlottetown Harbour on Monday morning, ahead of the total solar eclipse, though some tourist shops along the waterfront remained closed. The MSC Poesia, which arrived around 8 a.m., is scheduled to depart at 5 p.m. It can carry more than 3,000 passengers and nearly 1,000 crew members. It’s roughly two and a half weeks earlier than last year’s first … [Read more...]
Emerald Cruises Announces New Luxury Ocean Yacht, Emerald Kaia
Scenic Group’s luxury, all-inclusive Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and luxury Emerald Cruises brands have announced a series of updates and expansions across the fleet, including a brand new ocean yacht. Emerald Kaia Emerald Cruises’ yacht fleet is growing with the introduction of Emerald Kaia. Merging increased capacity with an intimate atmosphere, the yacht will accommodate 128 guests. … [Read more...]
Status Match to British Airways Silver or Gold Tier
British Airways has just announced a status match exclusively for Canadian and US residents who hold elite status with select airlines. If you’re eligible, you can match to British Airways Silver or Gold Tier for six months, with the possibility of extending it further with paid flights. British Airways doesn’t typically run as many status match campaigns as other airlines, which makes this … [Read more...]
Landmark Partnership: Cruise Ireland and Cruise Britain Join Forces to Boost Cruise Tourism
Cruise Ireland and The Port of Cork Company are proud to announce a landmark partnership between Cruise Ireland and Cruise Britain, aimed at fostering collaboration and driving growth in the cruise business sector. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed by representatives from both Cruise Ireland and Cruise Britain at the renowned Seatrade Global Conference in Miami, Florida, the world’s … [Read more...]
Cruise Passengers Top 31 Million in 2023 as Industry Thrives
The just-released State of the Cruise Industry annual report shows a remarkable post-pandemic rebound in 2023, with 2 million more people cruising in 2023 versus 2019. The 7% hike brings the total number of global cruisers to an astounding 31.7 million. The stats, compiled by the Cruise Lines International Association trade group, also show an eye-popping spike of 71% in expedition cruise … [Read more...]
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. unveiled the most comprehensive new build order in its history
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. unveiled the most comprehensive new build order in its history—a total of eight state-of-the-art vessels. The order represents nearly 25,000 additional berths, with new classes of ships for each of its three award-winning brands—and the construction of a multi-ship pier at Great Stirrup Cay, the Company’s private island destination in the Bahamas and its … [Read more...]
Quebec’s Cruise Season Kicks Off, 46 Ships Scheduled to Arrive
As MSC Cruises’ MSC Poesia at the Port of Quebec on April 10, Cruise the Saint Lawrence (CSL) marks the official beginning of the region’s cruise activities. More than 46 cruise ships are planned across nine-member ports in 2024. Quebec’s Season Poised for Growth With more than 400 visits scheduled across nine ports representing more than 400,000 passenger days, Cruise the … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Guest Furious: “Cleaner Walked In On Us!”, Heald Explains
Every cruise line has its own version of the “do not disturb” sign. This conventional way of letting the cabin steward know to let passengers sleep in or be left alone for a while is not without its limits though. Some cruise ships use magnets to put on the outside of the cabin door, and some modern ships even have an electronic system. A passenger can simply hit a button inside the … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Group CEO talks new private islands, new cruiser demand, innovations & more
As the cruise industry stands on the merits of multiple quarters of financial success, cruise line executives see a lot of reason for even better days ahead.Speaking at Seatrade Cruise Global conference in Miami, Florida, Royal Caribbean Group CEO Jason Liberty joined a panel of other CEOs during the keynote "State of the Global Cruise Industry" session to share insight into where cruising is … [Read more...]
French Ports Ready for Record-Breaking Cruise Season
Three cruise ports in France’s Normandy region, Le Havre, Honfleur, and Rouen, are gearing up for a record-breaking number of cruise ship port calls in 2024. The three ports are situated on or near the mouth of the Seine River, offering easy access to Paris and other popular tourist spots in the northern reaches of the country. Le Havre to Receive 162 Ship Calls in 2024 Cruise ship port … [Read more...]
Feeling Brave? MSC Debuts “Cliffhanger” — A Swing That Takes You 160 Ft. OVER the Water
Over the years, the “arms race” to provide cruise passengers with thrills has reached a fever pitch. Norwegian Cruise Line put go-kart racing aboard their ships. Carnival debuted roller coasters at sea. Royal Caribbean put in “Crown’s Edge” — a ropes course that features a harnessed ride out over the water. Now, MSC is offering what might be the most … [Read more...]
New MSC World America Cruise Ship to Feature Over-Water Swing Ride
MSC Cruises has announced its latest thrill ride which will be aboard new U.S.-based cruise ship MSC World America. Cliffhanger, the only over-water swing ride at sea, will debut when the vessel enters service in April 2025. Cliffhanger’s four seats start off close to the deck before powered arms lift them into the starting position — up and out over the edge of the ship. From there, … [Read more...]
Norwegian Cruise Line Orders Four New Mega Ships, a Big Addition Coming to Great Stirrup Cay
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has announced the largest order for new cruise ships in its history: a total of eight vessels representing nearly 25,000 additional berths. The company has also announced that it will be constructing a multi-ship pier at Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas. Largest NCLH Ship Order Ever The new ship orders across all three of NCLH’s cruise brands are scheduled for … [Read more...]
MSC Cruises Reveals New Jaw-Dropping Cliffhanger Ride
MSC Cruises has announced a first-of-its-kind thrill attraction to be found aboard the upcoming MSC World America. Cliffhanger is an over-water swing ride, dangling above the ocean from the ship’s top deck and giving thrill seekers an unparalleled view along with an unforgettable adrenaline rush. This announcement comes exactly one year before the ship’s anticipated naming ceremony on April 9, … [Read more...]
[VIDEO] MSC Cruises Reveals the First Over-Water Swing at Sea
A new thrill is coming to MSC Cruises. The cruise line just unveiled the only over-the-water swing at sea. Cliffhanger: Courtesy of MSC Cruises MSC World America is expected to enter service in April of 2025, and this new announcement is already turning heads. The new ride will have four seats that are lifted by robotic arms which move passengers into position out over the side of the … [Read more...]
😲 Ready To Splurge? The Most Expensive Beach Destination In Mexico Revealed And It Isn’t Cancun
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6 Unexpected Cities Named Best Summer Vacation Destinations In The U.S.
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7 Reasons Why This Stunning European Country Is Surging In Popularity With American Travelers
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The Top 5 Tulum All-Inclusive Resorts Revealed In New Report By Forbes
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