Hurricane Milton is disrupting the cruise industry beyond changes in ports, as three different Royal Caribbean ships are stuck at sea.Guests onboard Royal Caribbean's Utopia of the Seas, Grandeur of the Seas, and Adventure of the Seas were all due back into port on Friday, but that is now not possible.The combination of Hurricane Milton and port closures are why these ships will need to delay … [Read more...]
Archives for 09/10/2024
Cunard Reveals Over 40 New Itineraries Across the Fleet
From exciting world cruises and transatlantic crossings to relaxing vacations-at-sea in the Caribbean, Cunard has unveiled 40-plus new voyages its ships will offer between October 2026 and April 2027. Bookings will open to Cunard World Club members on October 16, 2024, and to the general public the next day. Cunard, a luxury brand of Carnival Corporation, operates four ships — the … [Read more...]
Carnival Alerts Guests of Three More Cruise Ships Impacted by Hurricane Milton
Carnival Cruise Line has announced significant delays to several ships in the fleet due to the approaching Hurricane Milton. The cruise line has already informed guests that a cruise on Carnival Paradise has been cancelled and that Carnival Elation, while not cancelled yet, will not be able to return to port tomorrow. Today, the Chief Communications Officer for Carnival sent out text alerts … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Announces New “Perfect Day Mexico” Destination
It’s hard not to have a perfect day when enjoying Mexico’s Caribbean beaches but Royal Caribbean is practically going to guarantee one when it brings its successful Perfect Day concept to Mahahual. The cruise line announced plans on October 9, 2024, to introduce what will be a fourth exclusive beach experience for its guests, “Perfect Day Mexico,” in 2027. The new destination promises to … [Read more...]
Regent’s Reunion Cruise Returns
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced its first Reunion Cruise in six years. Departing aboard the Seven Seas Mariner, this event invites loyal guests and newcomers to experience the luxury Regent has offered for over thirty years. MORE ABOUT THE CRUISE The seven-night Rhythms Under The Sun voyage will depart from Miami, Florida, on December 11, 2024. This itinerary includes stops … [Read more...]
Cruise Excursions: Booking DIY or Through Cruise Line? Which is Right for You
When I book a cruise based on the itinerary, it’s all about the shore excursions. I will spend much more research on the ports of call than on the ship itself. After all, shore excursions can make or break a cruise, and I want to get the most out of every second at a new destination. But the question comes down to whether I should book an excursion through the ship directly, or on my own … [Read more...]
Cruise Ports in Florida Close as Major Hurricane Approaches
With Hurricane Milton expected to hit Florida in the early morning hours of October 10, ports across the state are taking measures to protect facilities and ships from the storm’s impact. The latest information below details each port’s status, including closures and affected ships. Port Tampa Bay As Tampa is expected to take the initial direct hit from Hurricane Milton, Port Tampa … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Announces New Destination: Perfect Day Mexico
Royal Caribbean, the world’s largest cruise line, has announced a new destination for their cruise ships to visit starting in 2027, Perfect Day Mexico. Perfect Day Mexico will open in 2027 on Mexico’s Caribbean coast in Mahahual. This new destination for Royal Caribbean is in addition to the Royal Beach Club in Cozumel that is opening in 2026. Perfect Day Mexico will have a thrilling waterpark, … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean cancels cruises through Red Sea aboard Voyager of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International has cancelled two cruises through the Red Sea onboard the Voyager of the Seas due to ongoing unrest in Yemen and Houthi attacks on international shipping. Voyager of the Seas was scheduled to cruise through the Suez Canal and Red Sea to visit Dubai and other ports in the Middle East and Asia in November 2025. In a statement sent to booked guests, Royal … [Read more...]
Personal Navigators: Disney Dream 7-Night British Isles Cruise from Southampton – September 8, 2024
Personal Navigators, and other details from the 7-Night British Isles Cruise from Southampton. The Disney Dream set sail from Southamptonon September 8, 2024. During this cruise, the ship was under the control of Captain Zvonimir Vidak. The Cruise Director during the sailing was David Long. <img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Announces New Private Destination, ‘Perfect Day Mexico’
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...]
Backup Homeports Planned for Royal Caribbean Ship Due to Milton
With Hurricane Milton’s imminent strike on Florida’s Gulf Coast hours away, Royal Caribbean’s Grandeur of the Seas is maintaining a fluid itinerary as the storm progresses. A Category 4 hurricane as of the morning of October 9, Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall near Tampa Bay by 2 a.m. on October 10. As a result, Port Tampa Bay is under Coast Guard Destination … [Read more...]
Oceania Cruises Details New Dining Venue on Allura
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...]
Thousands of Cruise Passengers Steering Clear of Hurricane Milton With Cancellations and Adjustments
The Caribbean is filled with cruise ships, but one place that’s noticeably empty is Florida — despite it being the world’s busiest spot for boarding a cruise. This map shows the path and wind history for Hurricane Milton. The storm reached 180 mph winds, but has since weakened some. With that weakening, however, the wind field has grown as the storm nears Florida. It’s all … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean announced its biggest private cruise experience ever in Mexico
Royal Caribbean is doubling down on the private island experience by announcing a new, bigger and bolder beach day, and this one is in Mexico.Perfect Day Mexico will open sometime in 2027, transforming the port of Costa Maya.Royal Caribbean has hinted it has big plans to develop an ambitious cruise day experience for its passengers, and it's positioning it in the Western Caribbean to compliment … [Read more...]
Cunard Launches New Voyages Sailing from October 2026 to April 2027
Luxury cruise line Cunard has announced its new program of voyages sailing from October 2026 to April 2027. Guests will be able to enjoy more than 40 new voyages on Cunard’s iconic fleet of four Queens: flagship Queen Mary 2, its newest vessel Queen Anne, as well as Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth. The new itineraries feature 101 unique destinations across 57 countries, including 62 UNESCO … [Read more...]
Villa Vie Odyssey Inaugurated in Spain as Season Launches
Villa Vie Odyssey, the residential cruise ship that plans to operate continuous world cruises, celebrated arriving at its first port of call since launching on October 3, 2024, some four months later than originally planned. The Port of Bilbao, in northern Spain, welcomed the innovative ship on its inaugural global voyage, scheduled to operate every 3.5 years. Villa Vie Residences owns and … [Read more...]
MSC Cruises to Expand GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS Entertainment Fleetwide
MSC Cruises is expanding its GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS entertainment program to its entire fleet, giving thrill-seekers more chances to set records. Since launching the program on MSC Seascape and MSC World Europa in March last year, guests have been able to break official records through various activities. The program is currently available on 12 ships and will be introduced across the rest of the … [Read more...]
MSC Cruises Expands Guinness World Records™ Entertainment Across All Ships
MSC Cruises is expanding its GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS entertainment program to its entire fleet, giving thrill-seekers more chances to set records. Since launching the program on MSC Seascape and MSC World Europa in March last year, guests have been able to break official records through various activities. The program is currently available on 12 ships and will be introduced across the rest of the … [Read more...]
Next Carnival Paradise Cruise Officially Cancelled Due to Hurricane
As Hurricane Milton makes its way toward the west coast of Florida with Port Tampa Bay likely to sustain a high impact from the very strong storm, Carnival Cruise Line has notified guests that the October 10 departure of Carnival Paradise must unfortunately be cancelled. Guests were notified of this late on Wednesday, October 8, two days before the planned embarkation, giving some advance … [Read more...]
Cunard Unveils New Voyages for 2026 and 2027
Cunard has announced a new program of voyages from October 2026 to April 2027, featuring over 40 itineraries aboard its flagship, Queen Mary 2, the newest Queen Anne, and the Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth. The new itineraries feature 101 destinations across 57 countries, including 62 UNESCO World Heritage sites. With 22 overnight port calls and 26 late-evening departures, guests will have … [Read more...]
Oceania Cruises Unveils The Crêperie on Allura
Oceania Cruises has announced details of its new culinary venue, the Crêperie, set to debut on Allura in July 2025! Located next to Baristas, the cruise line’s signature coffee bar, the Crêperie will serve a variety of French crêpes, Brussels waffles, bubble waffles, and Italian ice cream sundaes from mid-morning until afternoon. ABOUT Crêperie Executive Culinary Directors and Master Chefs of … [Read more...]
Gasper George Appointed New General Manager Of Antigua Cruise Port – Global Ports Holding
Mike Maura, Jr., Regional Director of Global Ports Holding (GPH) Americas, announced the appointment of Gasper George as General Manager of Antigua Cruise Port. Mr. George, a native of Saint Lucia, also serves as Director of Operations and Product Development for Saint Lucia Cruise Port and GPH Eastern Caribbean. Since his appointment, he has been diligently preparing for the launch of exciting … [Read more...]
Parliament green lights cruise berthing referendum – Cayman Islands
Parliament has unanimously voted to go ahead with the cruise berthing referendum, which will be held at the same time as the general election next year. In Parliament’s first sitting of the 2024-2025 session, 16 MPs voted in favour of government’s proposal to hold a referendum on whether the Cayman Islands should develop cruise berthing infrastructure, with two members absent. No votes were cast … [Read more...]
Explora I, the brand-new ship of Explora Journeys cruise company, calls for the first time in the port of Ancona
On 9th October, Explora I, the brand-new ship of Explora Journeys cruise company, calls for the first time in the port of Ancona. The ship fulfills modern sustainability standards, featuring innovative environmental support technologies and emission control systems. The luxury travel brand of MSC Cruises has included the port of Ancona among the itineraries across the Adriatic Sea, to discover the … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Passengers Surprised as Birds Cause Havoc
While it’s not uncommon to catch a glimpse of the local wildlife during your cruise, most people are spotting marine animals or birds from the decks – not inside their cruise cabin. However, many Carnival guests were surprised when hundreds of birds infiltrated their cruise ship, and in some cases, even flew into guest cabins. An impacted guest who goes by @chanellbethley on Instagram … [Read more...]
HX – Hurtigruten Expeditions and the HX Foundation Partners with Broadcaster and Marine Conservationist Monty Halls for ‘The Big Blue Bag’ Project Pilot
The announcement was made at inaugural Expedition Cruise Network (ECN) conference where Halls and HX Foundation chair Tudor Morgan headlined as ‘Inspirational Speakers’. HX (previously known as Hurtigruten Expeditions) has today announced an exciting new partnership with renowned marine biologist and broadcaster, Monty Halls called The Big Blue Bag project. The pilot project (which will take … [Read more...]
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