Just when we thought the hurricane season was coming to an early close, another storm is predicted to become a hurricane by Tuesday, November 5, 2024. With the National Hurricane Center (NHC) issuing a tropical storm warning for Jamaica and a hurricane warning for the Cayman Islands, MSC Cruises has altered its MSC Seascape route to move the vessel away from the storm and … [Read more...]
Archives for 04/11/2024
Puerto Plata consolidates in cruise ships: it will receive 46 ships in November
Puerto Plata is preparing to receive the arrival of 46 cruise ships during the month of November. The vessels will arrive through the ports of Amber Cove and Taino Bay, which play a strategic role in strengthening tourism in the region. The director of the northern regional of Tourism, Atahualpa Paulino, reported that 22 of these cruise ships will dock at Amber Cove, operated by Carnival … [Read more...]
Cruise Homeport Sets Port Condition as Tropical Storm Rafael Approaches
As if the Tampa Bay area hasn’t already had a difficult enough hurricane season that was thought to be over, it looks like a new tropical storm in the Gulf of Mexico could wreak havoc on the area once again. The US Coast Guard Sector St. Petersburg has implemented Port Condition Whiskey in Tampa Bay, altering the community to the possibility of gale-force winds within 72 hours. The … [Read more...]
Mariner of the Seas 5-night Western Caribbean Cruise Compass – October 28, 2024
Intro TextHave our travel agency partner get you a free quote for a Royal Caribbean cruise State of residence State Which ship? What type of cabin would you like? Where are you interested in cruising? Appeared first on: Royalcaribbeanblog.com … [Read more...]
Atlas Ocean Voyages Expands Expedition Teams For 2024-25 Antarctica Season
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...]
Travel Expert Samantha Brown to Host Cruise Aboard New Oceania Cruises Ship, 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...]
St. Croix Cruise Port: Terminals, Piers and What’s Nearby
St. Croix, the largest of the US Virgin Islands, is a popular Caribbean port of call thanks to its rich history, beautiful beaches, and ease of travel for American cruise passengers. Located in the town of Frederiksted, the St. Croix Cruise Port is the island’s main gateway for visiting cruise passengers. This guide will teach you everything you need to know about the port and surrounding … [Read more...]
Special Offers on Disney Cruise Line Sailings as of November 4, 2024
This week’s special offers from Disney Cruise Line include dates from now through late-March 2025. Currently, there are 69 unique sail dates, available with special offers available across the fleet for sailings from Auckland, Fort Lauderdale, Galveston, Honolulu, Melbourne, Port Canaveral, and Sydney. The Disney Dream takes the lead with 26 sailings, Disney Wish dropping to second with 22, … [Read more...]
Scenic Eclipse Rushed to Texas for Urgent Repairs
The Scenic Eclipse I luxury cruise vessel known for its polar expeditions is racing to complete a major repair in Galveston, Texas, just weeks before its scheduled Antarctica season. The 228-passenger, 17,545-gross ton Scenic Eclipse I entered dry dock in Texas on October 28, 2024, for the urgent replacement of one of its two Azipod propulsion units. These … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Reveals How Often Bed Sheets Are Changed
Whether it’s new towels or fresh bed sheets, cabin stewards on a cruise ship stay busy making sure cruisers are comfortable and happy with their accommodations. When a passenger wants fresh towels, they simply need to leave them on the bathroom floor and they will be replaced the next time the cabin is serviced. But what about bed sheets? How often are these linens replaced? This morning, … [Read more...]
How Often Does Carnival Change Bedding Onboard, REALLY?
Every cruise passenger has different preferences and tolerances for how frequently they may reuse towels, vacuum floors, or change bedding at home, but what about during their vacation? Part of the luxury of a cruise is not needing to do housework and enjoying the rich feelings of fresh bedding and clean linens. But with more and more emphasis these days on conservation and environmental … [Read more...]
St. Lucia Braces for a Record-Breaking Cruise Season
The winter cruise season in the Caribbean has kicked off and the island of St. Lucia is gearing up for an unprecedented influx of passengers. The port expects to welcome nearly 34 percent more passengers and 74 percent more cruise ship calls than it witnessed in 2023-2024’s season, which runs from October through March. Saint Lucia Cruise Port celebrated its season’s launch with a … [Read more...]
Belfast to launch sustainability action plan
Belfast Harbour has a long-term commitment to sustainability, as demonstrated by the release of its first ESG Report earlier this year. Additionally, it collaborates with various partners, including Visit Belfast, with whom it has been working closely to develop a sustainability action plan throughout the 2024 cruise season. The plan covers a triple bottom line approach to sustainability, … [Read more...]
HX partners with Heriot-Watt University – WAVE project for sustainable protection of whales in the Arctic
Pioneering research to protect and conserve Arctic whale populations is to begin under a new 5-year collaboration between HX and Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, Scotland. HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) one of the world’s leading providers of expedition cruises, and Heriot-Watt University, one of the world’s leading research-oriented universities, have signed a five-year Memorandum of … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Introduces Trendy New Mascot
Carnival Cruise Line is going all in on the hot cruising ducks phenomenon with a brand new mascot. None other than “Ducky” will soon be spotted across the Carnival fleet, joining in the feathery fun and adding more smiles to every sailing. The new mascot has already appeared aboard the cruise line’s newest ship, Carnival Jubilee, and has been seen posing with the ship’s Hotel Director, Pierre … [Read more...]
Caviar for Breakfast
Regent Seven Seas Cruises holds a unique place in the world of cruising. The high-end brand of parent Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, its six ships are in the rarified ultra-luxury category — but Regent stands out by offering a complete all-inclusive package. Included in the price are a spacious suite with balcony, all meals (including specialty restaurants), drinks (including beer, wine, spirits, … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Offers Insight for Responding to Rude Passengers
Cruise line crew members are at the forefront of a guest’s vacation experience, and even when that experience is less than excellent, many crew members remain cheerful and polite despite a traveler’s own behavior. But how might crew members react internally to unsettling situations? Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand Ambassador, John Heald, has offered his own insights into how crew members react … [Read more...]
International Cruise Summit to discuss latest trends in Madrid next week
The cruise industry is moving full steam ahead and is set to close the year with 34.7 million global passengers, marking a 17% growth over 2019 figures. A testament to this growth is the order of 27 new ships to be built in 2024. The strict emissions regulations implemented in 2020 have led all ships to cut their emissions by 85%. Although recent studies confirm that the impact on air quality in … [Read more...]
1st Meeting for the Sustainability of Cruise Activity in Lisbon
On October 29, 2024, the “1st Meeting for the Sustainability of Cruise Activity in Lisbon” took place at the Lisbon Cruise Terminal. With the participation of: the Port of Lisbon, Lisbon Municipality, Cruise Line International Association, Lisbon Tourism Board, National Tourism Board, ANA Airports, TAP Air Portugal, AGEPOR (National Port Agent Association), Zero Association (environmental NGO), … [Read more...]
AdventureSmith Explorations Partners with PolarQuest to Offer Exclusive Small Ship Access to Arctic Locales. Travelers can expect Scandinavian hospitality and intimate, immersive experiences in Svalbard, Greenland and Norway
AdventureSmith Explorations has launched a new partnership with PolarQuest to offer unparalleled access via small ships to Arctic locales including Svalbard, Greenland and Norway. “For over 20 years, AdventureSmith Explorations has matched guests with boutique ships that offer unique experiences and may not make the radar of most travelers,” said Todd Smith, AdventureSmith Explorations founder … [Read more...]
This Gorgeous Spanish City Is Cheaper Than Barcelona And It Will Host Nonstop U.S. Flights From 2025
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New Train Connects 2 Iconic European Cities This Winter
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Americans Will Need A Travel Permit To Enter South Korea Again In 2025
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Top Reasons to Spend the Holidays at Sea
As the holiday season approaches, many families seek ways to celebrate without the stress. Cruising during November and December offers a hassle-free way to enjoy this special time together. Here are the key reasons why a holiday cruise is perfect for families: Simplified Planning Cruising makes holiday planning straightforward. Your accommodations, meals, and entertainment are all included, … [Read more...]
New study reveals NZ$1.37 billion value of cruise tourism in Aotearoa New Zealand
The full value of cruise tourism in New Zealand has been detailed for the first time in a new economic analysis, showing a total windfall of NZ$1.37 billion for communities around the country during the 2023-24 financial year. An economic impact assessment jointly commissioned by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and the New Zealand Cruise Association (NZCA) provides the first detailed … [Read more...]
10 New U.S. Ships in 3 Years: American Announces More Newbuilds and American Legend Sea Trials
American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that it has signed contracts with Chesapeake Shipbuilding for 4 more new ships, bringing the Line’s total orderbook with Chesapeake to 10 ships over the next 3 years. All the newbuilds are expressly for the U.S. cruise market; the fastest growing segment of the river cruise industry. American Cruise Lines has been a trailblazer in that market for … [Read more...]
P&O Cruises and Cunard employees complete the tenth beach clean of 2024
Since March this year, P&O Cruises and Cunard team members have completed ten global beach cleans, including five within close proximity to the UK head office in Southampton; Calshot, Netley Abbey beach (twice), Goatee beach and Lee-on-Solent. The teams collected and removed more than 170kg of rubbish along the way, with discarded items including a fridge, clothing, traffic cones and … [Read more...]
Aberdeen has high ambitions when it comes to net zero
The Port of Aberdeen has set the ambitious target to be the first UK port to achieve net zero by 2040, explains Marlene Mitchell, commercial manager. “Over the next decade, we will invest £55 million (€66 million) to become a leading exemplar in environmental stewardship and sustainability, pioneering green port innovation and facilitating energy transition solutions,” she says. The port’s net … [Read more...]
Paspaley Pearl cancels 2025 bookings
The much-anticipated luxury Kimberley expedition vessel, Paspaley Pearl, will not sail its inaugural 2025 season as planned and has cancelled future bookings. Industry insiders are speculating about the future of this vessel, which was to be managed by Ponant and championed by industry identity Sarina Bratton. Competing operators have emailed their respective databases offering places to … [Read more...]
Harmony of the Seas 7-night Western Caribbean Cruise Compass – October 20, 2024
Intro TextHave our travel agency partner get you a free quote for a Royal Caribbean cruise State of residence State Which ship? What type of cabin would you like? Where are you interested in cruising? Appeared first on: Royalcaribbeanblog.com … [Read more...]