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 06/11/2024
Galveston Port Releases Plans for its 200th Anniversary
Happy birthday to the Port of Galveston! Established in 1825, Texas’ oldest port is about to celebrate its bicentennial in a big way in 2025. The Gulf Coast port announced it will officially launch its birthday party on May 22, 2025, to coincide with National Maritime Day. The party will be followed by other key events like a golf tournament on October 16, 2025, the Party on the Pier public … [Read more...]
America’s Once Iconic Flagship Set to Make Final Voyage
The oceangoing life of the SS United States, fondly known as “America’s Flagship,” is drawing to a close as Okaloosa County has confirmed when the storied ocean liner’s final voyage is set to begin. For the past several weeks, since the Florida county closed the deal to purchase the vessel, preparations have been underway to tow the ship to a shipyard where she can be converted for service as … [Read more...]
A look at the All New Ramone’s Cantina Quick Service Dining Option at Flo’s Cafe Aboard the Disney Dream
During the Disney Dream’s 2024 dry dock in Brest, France, a new quick service dining option, Ramone’s Cantina, was added at Flo’s Cafe. In keeping with the Pixar Cars’ theme, the new pool deck walk up window is named after Ramone, the proprietor of the auto body shop in Radiator Springs. <img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="1024" … [Read more...]
Sailing With a Family: Should You Book One or Two Cabins?
Cruising is a lot of things, but one word you’ll rarely hear is “roomy.” Despite cruise ships soaring in size, the number of passengers on board has also grown. That means more rooms than ever on ships. So instead of cabins increasing in size as ships get bigger, they stay the same or in some cases even get smaller. If sailing as a couple, even the small size of a cruise cabin is … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Black Friday deals 2024: Early discounts, what to expect, and more
If you're looking for a chance to save on a Royal Caribbean cruise, your opening is coming soon.Black Friday falls on the Friday after Thanksgiving, which this year is November 29. Royal Caribbean is getting the ball rolling with sales leading up to the holiday.Travel agents were informed of the cruise line's plan to offer a "preview sale", with more sales to follow. In fact, there will be … [Read more...]
MSC Transatlantic Voyage Shortened, Several Ports Cancelled
When you book a cruise more than a year away, you don’t expect the cruise line to have “operational reasons” that interfere with the itinerary so far in advance. But that just happened for passengers who booked a transatlantic voyage aboard MSC Divina in April 2026. The 18-night cruise, scheduled to embark from Miami, Florida, on April 9, 2026, will no longer call at three scheduled … [Read more...]
Take a Peek at Mein Schiff Flow’s Indoor, Outdoor Spaces
TUI Cruises pulled back the curtain on its new-build Mein Schiff Flow, giving cruise-watchers a glimpse into the design of the ship’s indoor and outdoor spaces. The 4,000-guest ship is the second in the line’s inTUItion class, following Mein Schiff Relax. Both vessels are under construction at the same Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy. Mein Schiff Relax, also with a capacity for … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Increases Prices for Some Dining Venues
Guests wanting to enjoy something extra special on their next Carnival cruise will be paying more for the experience in 2025. The cruise line has quietly increased prices for various specialty dining options, which booked guests are noticing for their upcoming sailings. Impacted venues include the popular Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse – a classic choice for many travelers – as well as the energetic … [Read more...]
U.S. Cruise Port Rule That Caps Visits to 1,000 Passengers a Day Decided by 63 Votes
Only 63 votes decided the results of a Bar Harbor, Maine initiative that sought to do away with a hard cap on cruise visits to 1,000 passengers a day. For months, the cruise port had been debating the issue, and a plan to repeal the cap on cruise passengers was ultimately shot down in the recent vote. 1,776 votes opposed the plan to remove the cap, and 1,713 votes were in favor of the … [Read more...]
Viking Names Two Newest Nile River Ships in Egypt
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...]
Air Canada’s New and Boosted Routes for Summer 2025
Air Canada has announced highlights of its Summer 2025 schedule, which includes new and boosted routes to popular spots across Europe, the United States, and Asia.This includes Canada’s largest airline adding Nashville and Cincinnati to its list of new 2025 destinations south of the border for next summer.Air Canada’s New and Boosted Routes for Summer 2025Air Canada has released highlights for its … [Read more...]
Cagliari Cruise Port Celebrates its 500,000th Passenger
Cagliari Cruise Port, operated by Global Ports Holding celebrates the arrival of its 500,000th cruise passenger of the year, an exceptional achievement highlighting the city’s growing appeal in the international cruise tourism landscape. This day is even more special thanks to the simultaneous presence of three ships: Costa Smeralda, a Tuesday fixture at the port from Costa Cruises, Island … [Read more...]
Bar Harbor Rejects Plan to Raise Daily Cruise-Arrival Cap
By the slimmest of margins, residents in the picturesque Maine port of Bar Harbor have voted to maintain the town’s daily cap of 1,000 cruise guests, rejecting a proposal to significantly raise the limit. The results of the ballot question at the town’s November 5, 2024, election show that 1,713 voters favored increasing the number of allowed cruise arrivals while 1,776 opposed the move — a … [Read more...]
Record season for Port of Heraklion as destination handles half a million cruise passengers. The 500,000th cruise passenger arrived at the Greek port onboard TUI Cruises’ Mein Schiff 6
Archives Archives Search contents since March ’10 (Tags associated with a post are searched as well) SHIP REVIEWS Search contents since March ’10 (Tags associated with a post are searched as well) Appeared first on: Latecruisenews.com … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean alters cruise ship itineraries to avoid Hurricane Rafael
Royal Caribbean has changed the itineraries of four cruise ships in preparation for Hurricane Rafael. The intensifying storm is predicted to make landfall later this week as a Category 2.As of Wednesday morning, Rafael was a Category 2 storm with winds of 110 mph – just 1 mph away from Category 3 status – and 130 miles from Cuba.Models currently show Hurricane Rafael hitting Western Cuba later … [Read more...]
The Best Credit Card Combo for WestJet Frequent Flyers
Booking flights can be expensive, and it can often feel like you’re being nickel-and-dimed for everything: checked bags, in-flight snacks, and even the tickets themselves.Whether you’re a WestJet frequent flyer or simply someone who sometimes travels with the airline, you know how quickly these costs can add up, turning a lower-cost trip into something far less affordable.Finding the right travel … [Read more...]
It’s Never Too Early to Book Your Summer or Spring Break Cruise
As November arrives, it’s easy to focus solely on the upcoming holiday season. However, this is the perfect time to start planning your spring or summer cruise for several compelling reasons: Lock in the Best Deals Cruise lines often release their best promotions months in advance. By booking early, you can take advantage of discounts, such as early booking fares or special offers that may not be … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Clarifies New Ducky Character
The introduction of “Ducky the Duck” to Carnival Cruise Line’s lineup of fun characters has caused some confusion. Is the new quack-tastic “crew member” an official mascot taking over from Fun Ship Freddy, or does the feathery friend have a different role to play? The cruise line has clarified that while Ducky is not actually an official mascot of the cruise line, he will be a fun character … [Read more...]
Carnival Ship Reverses Itinerary, Skips Port Due to Hurricane
With Hurricane Rafael now spinning south of Cuba and forecast to move into the Gulf of Mexico in the coming days, all cruise lines are watching the storm carefully and making what operational adjustments are necessary to keep their fleets safe. Carnival Horizon has reversed her current itinerary and dropped a port of call to steer clear of the storm, while maintaining as much of the original … [Read more...]
Is a $12,000 suite crazy to book?
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4 Magical Christmas Markets to Visit in Europe
Europe’s Christmas markets are known globally for their magnificently decorated chalets, mulled wine, and winter activities.Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to visit several of these festive markets in both well-known locations and in some lesser known ones as well.From London to Zagreb, here are 4 Christmas markets I recommend visiting this holiday season.LondonLondon is always a great … [Read more...]
Viking names two new Nile river ships in Luxor
Viking Hathor and Viking Sobek were named in Luxor, Egypt, on November 5. The ceremony took place at Viking's docking location in Luxor and was followed by a dinner inside Karnak Temple. Both ships are identical sister ships to Viking Aton and Viking Osiris and designed to sail the Nile river on Viking's 12-day 'Pharaohs & Pyramids' itinerary. Each ship holds 82 guests in 41 … [Read more...]
Four Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships Change Routes Due to Hurricane Rafael
Royal Caribbean is making adjustments to the itineraries of at least four cruise ships as Hurricane Rafael intensifies. The storm is on track to make landfall later this week and is expected to become a Category 2 before arriving in Cuba. Photo credit: NOAA The four ships impacted by the storm include Radiance of the Seas, Freedom of the Seas, Vision of the Seas, and Brilliance of the … [Read more...]
Green Skies & Cheaper Spas: Leave Reykjavik Behind For Iceland’s New Travel Hotspot
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Colonial Charm & Cheap Eats: Americans Can Fly Nonstop To This Cultural Hotspot In Mexico
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Agoda Reveals Top 3 Asian Cities For Solo Travelers Right Now
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Cruise line sweetens deal for passengers recently left high and dry. Company promises Regal Princess will be seaworthy come Sunday
After being towed into Galveston more than a week ago and missing its next two voyages, the Regal Princess cruise ship is set to resume sailing on Nov. 10, according to multiple cruise-focused outlets. Currently docked at Pier 16, the ship had been towed to Galveston before dawn on Oct. 27, and was scheduled to leave for the Caribbean later in the day. Now, according to Cruise Industry News, … [Read more...]
Cruise Forward Summit 2024 in Coral Gables Unites Top Executives and Experts for Groundbreaking Discussions on the Next Era of Sustainable and Tech-Driven Cruising
Join the Cruise Forward Summit on 06- 08 Nov 2024, a key conference held in Coral Gables, USA. This event will bring together industry leaders and innovators to discuss the future of cruising, focusing on sustainability, technology advancements, and best practices in the sector. Attendees can expect engaging sessions, networking opportunities, and valuable insights to shape the future of the … [Read more...]
Bar Harbor voters reject looser cruise ship limits
Bar Harbor voters on Tuesday rejected a proposal from the town council to relax cruise ship limits, keeping the 1,000-passenger daily cap they approved two years ago. According to unofficial results, 1,776 voters opposed the referendum, while 1,713 supported it, according to preliminary results reported by the Bar Harbor Story. If passed, the proposed rules would have allowed up to 3,200 … [Read more...]