Anyone who travels often knows cruise terminals are not always the best at handling thousands of passengers at once. Unlike airports, which have moved to contactless transactions and self-service kiosks that can make them (somewhat) more bearable, maritime terminals can be slow and outdated. But Singapore Cruise Center (SCC) is tapping into airport innovations by working with SITA, a travel … [Read more...]
Archives for 05/11/2024
Urgent Airlift Takes Place for Celebrity Cruises Crew Member
In a carefully coordinated emergency operation off Australia’s New South Wales coast, an ill crew member from Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Edge was airlifted for medical treatment on November 5, 2024. The complex rescue involved a team effort between a rescue helicopter and a support aircraft. The call for assistance came as the 130,818-gross-ton Celebrity Edge was … [Read more...]
Wonder of the Seas 7-night Eastern Caribbean and Perfect Day Cruise Compass – October 27, 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...]
I Took a Royal Caribbean Cruise With My Sister — and It Was the Ultimate Girls Trip
Planning the perfect girls' trip requires careful preparation. Whether it is a land or sea vacation, a trip with the girls has to accommodate everyone's preferences.To prevent disagreements or awkwardness, a girls' cruise should meet everyone's needs, from available activities to the food on board.I've taken three cruises with my sister, Valentine, and we've discovered that the Oasis Class ships … [Read more...]
Personal Navigators: Disney Wish 3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral – October 25, 2024
Personal Navigators, and other details from the Halloween on the High Seas 3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral. The Disney Wish set sail from Port Canaveral, Florida on October 25, 2024. There are additional Personal Navigators from other sailings of this same itinerary for comparison. During this cruise, the ship was under the control of Captain … [Read more...]
Carnival Ship Arrives Back to California Homeport After Updates
It’s a momentous day in Long Beach, California as Carnival Panorama has arrived back at her homeport following her extensive dry dock in Singapore. The freshly updated and enhanced vessel is now ready to resume her Mexican Riviera itineraries. Depending on the sailing date, Carnival Panorama is offering a selection of 6-, 7-, and 8-night sailings, visiting top ports such as Ensenada, Cabo San … [Read more...]
Italian Cruise Port Welcomes 500,000th Passenger of the Year
It’s been a big year for Sardinia, Italy, and it’s not over yet. Cagliari Cruise Port, located on the Mediterranean island off the southwest coast of Italy, just welcomed its 500,000th cruise passenger of the year on November 5, 2024. The landmark arrival reflects a successful season for the port, with 76 more cruise arrivals in 2024 than the previous year and its first-ever winter cruise … [Read more...]
P&O Cruises Inaugurates New Fly-Cruise Partner to Caribbean
UK-based line P&O Cruises has marked the launch of a new air charter partnership with Norse Atlantic Airways that will bring scores of British guests to the line’s two Caribbean-based ships during the 2024-25 winter season. The inaugural flight departed Manchester Airport on November 1, 2024 carrying 300 guests bound for Bridgetown, Barbados, where they will embark the 3,647-guest Britannia … [Read more...]
Ring in the New Year at Sea
As the New Year’s Eve countdown begins, many travelers are looking for unique ways to celebrate the dawn of a new year. What could be more fun than ringing in the New Year aboard a cruise ship, surrounded by breathtaking ocean views and a vibrant atmosphere? Here are some fantastic ways to make your New Year’s cruise unforgettable! Themed Parties and EventsMost cruise lines offer extravagant New … [Read more...]
Norwegian Cruise Line Cancels Unique Alaska-Hawaii Voyage
Norwegian Cruise Line has cancelled a unique voyage in 2025 onboard Norwegian Sun that was to combine the sun-drenched Hawaiian Islands with the glaciers of Alaska. The 20-day cruise from Vancouver to Honolulu was slated to depart on June 20, 2025, giving booked guests just a seven-month cancellation notice of a lengthy and unique itinerary. In a message to guests and travel advisors, the … [Read more...]
David Coulthard confirmed as guest speaker on special Celestyal voyage
Departing on November 30, 2024, the seven-night maiden voyage onboard the 1260-passenger Celestyal Journey, begins with an overnight in Doha (Qatar) so as to allow guests to attend the F1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand prix 2024 events, including sprint, qualifying and race days. The cruise then sails to Dubai (UAE), Khasab (Oman), Sir Bani Yas Island (UAE) and Abu Dhabi (UAE), before returning to … [Read more...]
Carnival Addresses Guest Anger Over Onboard Closures and Early Arrival
Any disruption to a cruise vacation – a missed port of call, bad weather, technical problems onboard the ship – can be disappointing, but most travelers understand that such incidents can occasionally happen and take any changes in stride. Unfortunately, some guests get more upset when unexpected incidents impact their cruise experience. Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand Ambassador, John Heald, … [Read more...]
The 5 important Royal Caribbean email addresses you should know about
There are a variety of ways you can contact Royal Caribbean for assistance, including a handful of email addresses that can make a big difference.Royal Caribbean has upped its game in how guests can take care of special requests using self-service tools. The Royal Caribbean app is a great example of how much is now done on your own.However, there are times when you need more assistance, and … [Read more...]
Best Place To Stay In Zion 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.There aren’t many National Parks that I can think of that has such an incredible mix of harrowing heights to knee-high … [Read more...]
Viking Continues Expansion With the Christening of Two More Cruise Ships
Viking christened two more new river cruise ships today in Luxor, Egypt as they expand their fleet with more custom built ships for the Nile River. Viking Hathor and Viking Sobek in Luxor, Egypt. Photo credit: Cruise Fever Viking Sobek and Viking Hathor were christened this evening on the banks of the Nile by Mohamed El Banna, founder of Cosmos Egypt, and the Hon. Edward Herbert, the … [Read more...]
Exploring Partner Redemptions with Flying Blue
Flying Blue, the loyalty program for Air France and KLM, continues to expand its airline partnerships, offering a growing number of options when it comes to redeeming miles.While many of you are likely familiar with the perks of flying with Air France and KLM, you likely aren’t as familiar with the many opportunities available with their partner airlines.In this article, we’ll explore some … [Read more...]
First self-driving vertical takeoff drone taxis to be trialled at Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal
Advanced Mobility Hub (AMH), a subsidiary of Multi Level Group, and AD Ports Group, the operator of the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal, have signed an agreement to launch in Abu Dhabi the first trial vertiport in the UAE. The agreement will see vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) self-driving drone taxis trialled for operation at Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal, potentially giving cruise tourists to … [Read more...]
Oceania Cruises announces more than 100 voyages for 2026
More than 100 itineraries, including 35 Grand Voyages, are currently on sale. A special solar eclipse sailing from Copenhagen to Reykjavik onboard Marina will depart on July 30 and position passengers in the path of the total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026.Expert astronomer Dennis Mammana will be onboard and narrate the actual eclipse while passengers enjoy a viewing party, signature cocktail … [Read more...]
Cruise Ship Guest Complains About Limited Gluten-Free Menu
As with most modern cruise lines, it’s nearly impossible to go hungry on a Carnival ship. But for some passengers craving a really specific dish, sometimes their “hanger” can get the better of them. This may be the case for a recent female passenger who wrote to Brand Ambassador John Heald to complain that she couldn’t get a gluten-free taco from the Blue Iguana Cantina while … [Read more...]
AECO Celebrates Successful Expedition Cruise Week
AECO wraps up a successful Annual Expedition Cruise Week, reinforcing the dedication to responsible Arctic tourism through a commitment to reduce GHG emissions. The Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO) is proud to announce the conclusion of its Annual Expedition Cruise Week, held in Oslo, Norway on October 22-24. At the Annual General Meeting, the membership agreed to a … [Read more...]
Here’s to the Heurigen!
“Mahlzeit!,” said our Viennese hosts while they handed out glasses of cloudy liquid as we entered the pub’s garden. It was early October and we were at Schreiberhaus, a heuriger, or “rustic wine tavern,” to celebrate the heuriger, which also means “this year’s vintage.” As we stood in the picturesque garden overlooking the heuriger’s vineyards in the Vienna Hills, I learned that the cloudy … [Read more...]
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils a new early booking incentive “Freedom Fare Price Promise” with launch of Summer 2026 itineraries
[embedded content] Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines – Freedom Fare Price Promise Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has unveiled a new early booking incentive, its Freedom Fare Price Promise, encouraging guests to book early to get the best value for their cruise. The Price Promise assures guests that anyone who books a Freedom Fare within the first four weeks of a cruise going on sale will receive either a cabin … [Read more...]
Seward, an Alaska tourism hotspot, gets grant for shore-based system to power docked cruise ships
The Port of Seward, which serves a coastal Kenai Peninsula town that is a tourism hotspot in the summer, has received a $45.7 million grant to develop a system to cut air pollution from visiting cruise ships. The grant, from the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Ports Program, is for shore-based power and battery storage systems to be used by the cruise ships that sail in and out of Seward. … [Read more...]
The U.K. Now Requires All Americans To Apply For A Travel Permit––Here’s How To Get It
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Fewer Crowds & Serene Beaches: Costa Rica’s Lesser-Known Coastlines Await With All-Inclusive Resorts
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4 Affordable Winter Sun Destinations To Visit In Europe That Won’t Break The Bank
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MS Artania undergoes extensive modernization process
The Bonn-based cruise operator Phoenix Reisen operates four cruise ships together with Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (Cyprus) Ltd. The largest of the ships is the MS Artania. It will dock at the Lloyd Werft in Bremerhaven on November 6 for extensive renovation work. In total, both partners are investing around 20 million euros in various improvements. The following improvements are planned for … [Read more...]
The Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife Welcomes Mein Schiff 7 on Its Inaugural Call
On 1st November, the Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife proudly welcomed the magnificent Mein Schiff 7 from TUI Cruises on its inaugural call. This impressive cruise ship stands as a beacon of innovation and sustainability at sea. Delivered in 2024, Mein Schiff 7 operates on low-emission marine diesel and is prepared for future methanol use, aiming to significantly reduce its carbon footprint. The … [Read more...]
I took my 6-month-old on a cruise. This is the best ship for a baby, and I want to go on one again
As a long time traveler, I loved cruises, but what would it be like to bring a baby on a cruise ship?Having been on over 15 cruises in my life, I thought I knew everything there was to know about cruising. I’d sailed through tropical paradises, explored countless ports, and enjoyed seemingly endless amenities aboard different ships. Yet, despite all of these experiences, I was stepping into … [Read more...]
Vision of the Seas 5-night Bermuda Cruise Compass – September 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...]