Sarah Bretz, ContributorSarah has been writing about the cruise industry since 2015, and in that time has taken a dozen cruises and counting. Her favorite onboard activities include trying the casual dining options, spending time in the spa’s thermal suite, and attending the love & marriage show. You can keep up with her on Instagram at @IAmSarahJaneB.See all author posts Appeared first on: … [Read more...]
Archives for 11/09/2024
The 5 smartest moves I made on my European cruise
Doing research ahead of a cruise vacation is always a good idea, and it paid off for me in a few ways on my recent cruise to Europe.I sailed on Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas for a 7-night cruise to France and Spain, and I enjoyed the cruise so much more than I anticipated.The ports my ship visited were far better than I anticipated, especially my stops in Bilbao and La Coruna, Spain.In … [Read more...]
Personal Navigators: Disney Dream 12-Night Norwegian Fjords and Iceland Cruise from Southampton – July 24, 2024
Personal Navigators, and other details from the 12-Night Norwegian Fjords and Iceland Cruise from Southampton. The Disney Dream set sail from Southampton on July 24, 2024. During this cruise, the ship was under the control of Ivo Brnabic. The Cruise Director during the sailing was Peter Hofer. <img fetchpriority="high" … [Read more...]
Hurricane Francine Prevents Carnival Ship from Returning to Homeport
Guests on a 5-night Carnival Cruise Line Western Caribbean voyage have discovered they may spend more time at sea due to a homeport closure. The Port of New Orleans closed on September 11 due to Hurricane Francine, which is currently bringing 90 miles per hour winds to Louisiana. The hurricane, which made landfall as a Category 1 storm today, is bringing life-threatening storm surges … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Cruisers Receive Over 20 Passport Stamps on One Cruise
Royal Caribbean’s longest cruise ever, a 274 night around the world voyage on Serenade of the Seas, recently concluded. The cruise line called it “The Ultimate World Cruise”. This record breaking cruise for the world’s largest cruise line produced a number of interesting fun facts that were released by Royal Caribbean. Cruisers collected over 20 passport stamps each (on average) with the first … [Read more...]
Boy Dies in Fall From Balcony on Harmony of the Seas
A family vacation meant to celebrate a birthday aboard Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the Seas turned into a tragedy on September 7, 2024, when a 12-year-old boy fell to his death from the balcony of his family’s cabin during the cruise’s return journey to Galveston, Texas. The heartbreaking event unfolded during a sea day on the 14th deck of the 226,963-gross-ton ship. The boy fell to … [Read more...]
Grand Cayman Cruise Port: Terminals, Tendering and Getting Around
Grand Cayman Cruise Port, located in George Town, is the busiest in the Cayman Islands. Even though it’s a tendering port, its three terminals handle over 2 million cruise passengers each year. And there’s a $240 million renovation on the horizon! This guide will explain everything you need to know about this efficient port. In This Article: Grand Cayman Cruise Port Location and … [Read more...]
Indigenous culture takes the spotlight in New Wave magazine – CLIA Australasia
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and Big Splash Media have released the latest edition of their annual sustainability magazine New Wave, putting a focus on Indigenous tourism among cruise industry initiatives in destination stewardship and sustainability. The glossy magazine highlights some of the many ways cruise tourism brings social and economic opportunities to communities around … [Read more...]
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines working with TUI Musement to help guests explore ports of call
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has teamed up with TUI Musement to help guests explore ashore independently. Global tours and activities business TUI Musement encourages independent exploration so guests can discover ports of call at their own pace. Guests can purchase tickets for thousands of attractions such as the Chocolate Museum in Cologne or a pass for the seven most famous archaeological sites in … [Read more...]
Bahamian Firm And Global Leader In Sustainable Engineering To Design Royal Beach Club Paradise Island
Royal Caribbean International is teaming up with two seasoned architectural firms to bring to life the highly anticipated Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in Nassau, The Bahamas, opening in late 2025. The distinguished design and project management firm located in Nassau, ArchVenture Company Ltd., and Stantec, a global leader in themed entertainment and sustainable design, will collaborate with … [Read more...]
14 Savvy Tips For Visiting Cozumel on a Cruise
If you’re cruising nearly anywhere in the western Caribbean, then there’s a good chance your ship is going to stop in Cozumel. In fact, when it comes to ports outside the United States, Cozumel is at the top of the list (alongside Nassau). Each year literally millions of cruise passengers make a stop at the Caribbean island. On the island there is a ton for passengers to see and do. … [Read more...]
Residential Cruise Ship Frustrates Waiting Guests
The launch of Villa Vie Odyssey, the residential world cruise ship that was supposed to start sailing in May 2024, is again delayed, leaving an unknown number of disappointed guests stranded in Belfast, where the ship is docked. Two of those guests are Angela and Steve, American travelers who chronicle their cruise adventures on their YouTube channel Midlife Cruising. The couple booked a … [Read more...]
How to Earn Points on Everything
When you adopt the Miles & Points mindset, you'll soon find yourself earning points on everything and maximizing at every step along the way. Appeared first on: princeoftravel.com … [Read more...]
Virgin Voyages Adding Weddings in 2025
Virgin Voyages, the adults only cruise line, will begin having wedding packages starting in April 2025. To kick off this wedding announcement, Sir Richard Branson married couples on three Virgin cruise ships this past week. One took place in the Dominican Republic, one in Amsterdam, and the third in Ibiza. The weddings took place during the cruise line’s annual Celebration Voyages. This year … [Read more...]
Repairs Progressing on Carnival Vista, Latest Update
With Carnival Vista currently out of service for propulsion-related repairs, guests booked on her next voyage are understandably concerned about whether or not their cruise will set sail as planned. In fact, hundreds of guests have asked Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand Ambassador, John Heald, about the upcoming cruise, planned to depart from Port Canaveral on Sunday, September 15. “Answering … [Read more...]
Northern Lights & Cheap Flights: Why Fall Is The Best Time To Explore Iceland
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VIVA Cruises expands its international sales team with the appointment of Daryl Kornelsen as head of global sales
European river cruise specialist, VIVA Cruises, has appointed Daryl Kornelsen as head of global sales. The Canadian industry-renowned sales expert brings with him many years of international experience in sales and marketing – and will expand VIVA Cruises’ sales team from this month. “With this skilled and experienced management team, we are positioned to strengthen our position as a true … [Read more...]
Carnival Announces Itinerary Changes Impacting Half Moon Cay
Throughout the beginning of September, Carnival has been rolling out waves of itinerary changes to future sailings – and the cruise line has just announced more revisions for two additional ships: Carnival Vista and Carnival Sunrise. While cruise lines make tweaks all the time to account for reasons like scheduling, maintenance needs across the fleet, and port congestion, it’s interesting … [Read more...]
Cancun Alert: Travelers Being Warned About Arriving With Too Many Electronics
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Aqua Expeditions to Launch New Ship in East Africa
Julie Bouchner Julie Bouchner is the Digital & Social Media 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...]
Twelve-year-old child dies after falling from balcony on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship
A 12-year-old passenger fell to his death on the final night of a cruise onboard Royal Caribbean's Harmony of the Seas. The 226,963 gross registered ton (GRT) ship was en route to Galveston, Texas, after a 7-night Western Caribbean cruise when the pre-teen fell from an interior-facing Central Park balcony cabin. Central Park, located on Deck 8, is one of seven neighborhoods onboard the … [Read more...]
These Are The 4 Safest Caribbean Beach Destinations According To U.S. State Department
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Norwegian Prima Bails on Bermuda During Pre-Holiday Itinerary
Norwegian Prima in Bermuda (Photo Credit: Iryna Makukha) For those dreaming of a holiday season on the high seas, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has unwrapped an early surprise by adjusting Norwegian Prima’s December 11, 2024, itinerary. The cruise line cited a need to remain more fuel efficient and to stay in line with its sustainability measures. “As we continue to … [Read more...]
Move Over Gulf Shores! This White Sand Alabama Beach Town Is Cheaper And Less Crowded This Fall
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Carnival Expects Cruise Ship Repairs to Be Completed by This Weekend
A Carnival cruise ship was taken out of service due to an issue that limited the speed of the vessel. Carnival Vista is currently in Port Canaveral while engineers work on the cruise ship. Carnival Cruise Line expects repairs to be made this week and for the ship to return to service on Sunday. Carnival Cruise Line’s Chief Communications Officer Chris Chiames issued the following statement … [Read more...]
Your Guide to Cruise Line Celebration Packages
Cruise line celebration packages allow you to celebrate special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, and honeymoons at sea while enjoying various activities. Keep reading to learn more!What Are Cruise Line Celebration Packages?Cruise line celebration packages enhance your cruising experience by offering special services and amenities for milestone events. These packages may include exclusive … [Read more...]
Where To Stay In Yosemite National Park
This article may contain paid links where we make a small commission for purchases you make from links that you click from this article. By purchasing through our links, you support us at no additional cost. Thank you for your support ❤️. For more details, read the disclosure page.Yosemite National Park is one of the American classics when it comes to the great outdoors. Visit the iconic rock face … [Read more...]
Review: Trefeddian Hotel, Aberdovey, Wales, UK
Set against the backdrop of the rugged Cambrian Mountains and facing the shimmering Cardigan Bay, the 4-star Trefeddian Hotel in Aberdovey (Aberdyfi in Welsh) is an independent hotel that has been run by the same family for over 100 years. It offers the perfect retreat for anyone seeking comfort and tranquillity amidst the scenic beauty of Wales‘ west coast. The welcome We arrived at the … [Read more...]
Tie The Knot With Virgin Voyages: Cruise Line Kicks Off Weddings at Sea
Sarah Bretz, ContributorSarah has been writing about the cruise industry since 2015, and in that time has taken a dozen cruises and counting. Her favorite onboard activities include trying the casual dining options, spending time in the spa’s thermal suite, and attending the love & marriage show. You can keep up with her on Instagram at @IAmSarahJaneB.See all author posts Appeared first on: … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Announces Designers of New Beach Club in the Bahamas
Sarah Bretz, ContributorSarah has been writing about the cruise industry since 2015, and in that time has taken a dozen cruises and counting. Her favorite onboard activities include trying the casual dining options, spending time in the spa’s thermal suite, and attending the love & marriage show. You can keep up with her on Instagram at @IAmSarahJaneB.See all author posts Appeared first on: … [Read more...]