Cruise lines are eager to get in on the upcoming Black Friday shopping frenzy by tempting future guests with a range of fare discounts, onboard credits, and free perks and services. The incentives are typically offered not just on Black Friday, as most sales take effect before the big sale day and continue into early December. In This Article: Azamara Azamara introduced its Black … [Read more...]
Archives for 17/11/2024
Royal Caribbean Changes Port Stops Due to Issues With A Pier
Royal Caribbean has changed the port stops for one of their cruise ships this week due to a technical issue with the pier at one of the scheduled port stops. Royal Caribbean said that due to issues with the pier in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Symphony of the Seas will not be able to visit the port due to the size of the ship. Ships the size of Oasis class will not be able to visit San Juan until … [Read more...]
Carnival Shifts Every Upcoming Departure for One Ship
Carnival Cruise Line has reached out to travelers booked on every upcoming sailing planned for Carnival Panorama with news that the ship’s departure time has been changed. Instead of leaving her homeport of Long Beach, California at 4:30 p.m. as originally scheduled, the ship will now depart at 4 p.m. Pacific time. While this shift is only a 30-minute change, it could impact travelers planning … [Read more...]
Jamaica Generates $197.8 Million in Cruise Tourism Spending for 2023/2024
Jamaica continues to solidify its standing as a premier Caribbean destination, with the cruise tourism sector generating an impressive US$197.8 million during the 2023/2024 season. The figure comes from a recent study by the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA), conducted in collaboration with Jamaica Vacations Limited. The island’s overall revenue from cruise tourism stems from a … [Read more...]
Norovirus outbreak on Princess cruise ship leaves dozens of passengers, crew sick: CDC
Princess Cruises’ Coral Princess is back in Los Angeles on Sunday morning after dozens of its passengers and crew fell ill with Norovirus during its month-long journey from Singapore. The outbreak was confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Thursday, but reported to the CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) on Nov. 9. Of the 1,822 passengers on board, 55 reported being … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Ship’s Transatlantic Cruise Delayed by Two Days
Bad weather that caused flooding in Spain in early November is bringing repercussions to a future cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Adventure of the Seas. After heavy rains and winds delayed the vessel’s routine maintenance dry dock schedule, guests set to embark on the 137,276-gross-ton ship’s November 24, 2024, voyage will need to wait a little longer. The ship sailing … [Read more...]
Dave Koz and Friends at Sea 2025
A fierce love for music, a sense of community and an undying passion for traveling drives the inspiration for Dave Koz and Friends at Sea. Two 7-day voyages setting sail on June 7 – 14, 2025 (Voyage One) and June 14 – 21, 2025 (Voyage Two) Explore the stunning landscapes of Iceland, Norway, and the Netherlands aboard Holland America Line’s luxurious flagship – the ms Rotterdam.Experience the … [Read more...]
Blue Orange Wave wins award at Crew Connect Global as a result of a project that Blue Orange Wave ran with Holland America Line
Maritime digital training solutions provider Blue Orange Wave is proud to announce it has won the Crew Connect Global Award for Training and Safety at Sea. The award is presented to a company, individual or team who have implemented significant technical, procedural, or operational improvements leading to reduction of risk to human life and cargo at sea. Some 21 companies were nominated in this … [Read more...]
Virgin Voyages Reinforces Industry Leading Incentives for Travel Partners
Virgin Voyages, Richard Branson’s award-winning, kid-free, premium cruise line is once again raising the bar for its travel advisors – affectionately known as First Mates. Aligned with the exciting hustle and bustle of the holidays and retail season, Virgin Voyages has doubled down on their unwavering commitment to First Mates, introducing new incentives and bringing back enticing offers by … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean News Round-up: November 17, 2024
Happy Sunday! Temperatures may be dropping, but there is plenty of Royal Caribbean news to share. This is your weekly summary of all the Royal Caribbean news from this past week, perfectly fitted for your consumption.How can you prepare for the worst on your sailing? Matt has cruised at least once a month for the entirety of 2024, so he's learned the most common mishaps that can ruin a … [Read more...]
Why This Safe Caribbean Island Destination Is Breaking All Time Tourism Records
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U.S. Destination Revealed As One Of The Top Places To Visit In 2025
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$19 Well Spent! Hop Aboard Amtrak’s Winter Wonderland Train Through The Rockies
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Carnival’s Late Night Snacks Cause Ketchup Concerns
Sometimes, some cruise travelers might be a bit too concerned about what could really be insignificant details of their oceangoing vacation. It is a credit to Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand Ambassador, John Heald, that he still respectfully answers those concerns, no matter what the topic. Following the cruise line’s announcement of expanded late-night snack menus, one guest has raised the issue … [Read more...]
Crystal reveals upgraded casino modelled on Monte-Carlo aboard Crystal Symphony
Crystal Cruises has debuted the Casino de Monte-Carlo aboard Crystal Symphony during the Chairmen’s Cruise in Venice, ahead of the concept’s roll out to the rest of the fleet. Part of a collaboration with Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer, the casino experience will launch aboard Crystal Serenity during her December 18th departure from Fort Lauderdale, and will be included on all future … [Read more...]