At 8:00 PM ET tonight, Disney Parks Blog will go live on YouTube with a livestream of the Disney Treasure Christening Ceremony from New York City. According to Disney, the event will be full of one-of-a-kind moments, including a few special appearances and a closer look at the Disney Treasure. Below you can find the Disney Treasure live stream video from the Disney Parks Blog YouTube … [Read more...]
Archives for 19/11/2024
Icon of the Seas vs. Carnival Jubilee: A Giant Comparison
We’re going to see what Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas vs. Carnival Jubilee, operated by Carnival Cruise Line, will look like. Let’s compare several aspects of both ships, including dining, prices, accommodations, and more! This will help you make your own decision on which cruise ship to choose. The 5,610-passenger Icon of the Seas is the world’s largest cruise ship. It features more … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Releases New Cruises for 12 Ships
Twelve Royal Caribbean ships have their new lineups revealed for 2026 to 2027, and frequent guests will find a mix of Caribbean and Northeast itineraries with familiar destinations. The new itineraries will depart from Port Canaveral, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Tampa, Florida; Galveston, Texas; San Juan, Puerto Rico; Bayonne, New Jersey; and Baltimore, Maryland, with everything from short … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean adds new cruises from New York area just in time for Black Friday sale
Royal Caribbean just dropped new cruises you can book from the Northeast United States in 2026 and 2027.Instead of flying to Florida, there are a variety of new cruises to consider from New Jersey, and Baltimore, Maryland.These new cruises are on top of the Caribbean cruises that were also released today, which include the world's largest cruise ships.Royal Caribbean want to offer convenient … [Read more...]
New Cruises on 12 Royal Caribbean Ships Open for Bookings This Week
Royal Caribbean’s third wave of deployments for cruises in 2026-2027 roll out this week on 12 of their cruise ships. This latest batch of new cruises from the world’s largest cruise line includes sailings from Florida, the Northeast, Texas and Puerto Rico. Royal Caribbean’s loyal guests, Crown & Anchor Society members, can start booking these new cruises before their official launch … [Read more...]
Regent Seven Seas Cruises® Unveils ‘In Pursuit of Perfection’. A Fascinating Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Onboard Secrets of Excellence Through Online Videos, Digital Brochures, and Podcasts
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has launched a new campaign to celebrate behind-the-scenes efforts that create the unrivaled Regent experience. In Pursuit of Perfection embodies the continued commitment to creating exceptional and immersive guest experiences. “At Regent Seven Seas Cruises, we strive to continuously exceed the expectations of our discerning guests, perfecting even the smallest of … [Read more...]
Cooking Shows Return to Holland America Line Ships
Guests sailing aboard Holland America Line’s 11 cruise ships can once again learn the tricks of the culinary trade thanks to a new cooking demonstration program. The cooking shows highlight regional dishes tied to each ship’s itinerary, with a strong focus on seafood that is sourced from Holland America Line’s Global Fresh Fish Program. The initiative, launched in 2023, relies on a … [Read more...]
Ship Review: Sea Cloud Spirit
I’m standing on the weathered wooden deck of the 136-guest Sea Cloud Spirit, shielding my eyes from the blinding sun as I gaze upward at the riot of 28 billowing sails that are propelling us under wind power alone across the impossibly blue Caribbean Sea. If it weren’t for the fact that I had been dancing on deck last night to Van Halen’s “Jump” and watched the Olympics opening ceremony … [Read more...]
Windstar Introduces Fall 2026 Canada & New England Season with New Itinerary, First-time Ports, and an Early Booking Offer
Windstar Cruises is adding a new itinerary in 2026 to its popular Canada & New England season of sailings, which are fall travel favorites thanks to the line’s ability to visit primarily smaller, scenic ports where big ships don’t go. The line’s 312-guest motor yacht Star Pride sails in the region during the prime fall color months of September and October for travelers who increasingly enjoy … [Read more...]
What You’ll Wish You Knew Before Packing for a Cruise
Packing for a cruise? Taking a cruise is different from any other vacation. Most other vacations don’t have you packing for everything from hanging out poolside to formal dining to casual wear, while also needing to bring things to make your room more comfortable. To some people, it might be overwhelming, but not to worry. After literally dozens of cruises, I have some of my top cruise-packing … [Read more...]
Newest Carnival Character Makes Appearance on Newest Ship
Just two weeks after his official intro-duck-tion, Carnival Cruise Line’s newest fun photo op character has officially set sail aboard the line’s newest ship, Carnival Jubilee, and met the massive ship’s top Fun crew member. Among the first to snap fun photos with Ducky is Carnival Jubilee’s top-rated cruise director, Knydall “Fire” Magyar, who posts frequently on her Facebook page and other … [Read more...]
The best cruise line rankings are out for 2025 and Royal Caribbean was snubbed
What's the best cruise line to go on? A new set of rankings are out, and Royal Caribbean has largely been omitted.The 11th annual U.S. News & World Report Best Cruise Lines rankings were released on Tuesday that cover the most popular cruise lines in six categories.While Royal Caribbean did make it into the top 3 of one category, it was no where to be found in the other categories.Meanwhile … [Read more...]
ICS 2024 analyzed the new trend of cruises staying overnight in port, bringing significant benefits to the destinations they visit
Executives and directors from cruise lines worldwide gathered at the fourteenth edition of the International Cruise Summit in Madrid, where they discussed the latest trends, including overnight stays in port, the integration of artificial intelligence into administrative and creative processes, and the emergence of new boutique cruise lines. The fourteenth edition of the International Cruise … [Read more...]
Holland America Line Launches Onboard Cooking Shows
It’s time to get cooking! Holland America Line’s culinary program features new onboard cooking shows that showcase regional specialties and seafood from its Global Fresh Fish Program. COOKING SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Hosted by the ship’s executive chef and cruise director, these cooking demonstrations take place fleetwide at least twice during each seven-day cruise, with more frequent sessions on longer … [Read more...]
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines welcomes Jenna Wallis to newly created Head of Procurement role
Driving efficiency and accessing innovation; that’s the aim of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ new Head of Procurement. Jenna Wallis, who brings 15 years of procurement experience, has joined Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines in this brand-new role, to lead in driving sustainable growth through strategic procurement. Jenna, who joined in September, said: “I am so excited to have joined the Fred. Olsen Cruise … [Read more...]
These 2 Amazing European Countries Allow Americans To Stay A Whole Year Without A Visa!
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These Are The 5 Most Popular Winter Destinations For Americans According To TripAdvisor
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Crystal Unveils The First Casino De Monte-Carlo At Sea. Gaming Experiences Return to Crystal Following Exclusive Collaboration with Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer
Crystal has debuted the first-ever Casino de Monte-Carlo at sea for guests aboard Crystal Symphony during a special ribbon-cutting ceremony on the first night of theChairmen’s Cruise in Venice, Italy. The arrival of the new casino follows the announcement of an exclusive collaboration with Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer (SBM), a leader in entertainment, hospitality and gaming. In addition … [Read more...]
5 Popular Caribbean Destinations That Require Americans To Fill Out An Online Form To Enter
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UK ETA: What You Need to Know
Beginning January 8, 2025, the United Kingdom will require an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for visa-exempt visitors from non-EU countries, including Canada and the US, for casual visits and transit.Applications for the ETA are set to open on November 27, 2024, and if approved, it’s valid for up to two years.If you plan on travelling to the UK in 2025 and beyond, here’s what you need to … [Read more...]
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ ship Balmoral set for dry dock in Falmouth
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Balmoral is set to enter dry dock for a two-week refurbishment programme next month. The contract has been awarded to A&P Falmouth, part of the APCL Group, which has previously carried out works on Bolette and Balmoral. Work will include an ultra-high pressure water blast of the underwater hull, application of silicone paint to improve fuel efficiency and an overhaul … [Read more...]
Holland America Line’s New Onboard Cooking Shows Bring Regional Cuisine from Port to Stage
Holland America Line’s renowned culinary program takes the stage onboard with new, cooking shows that spotlight regional culinary specialties and locally sourced seafood from the cruise line’s Global Fresh Fish Program. Co-hosted by each ship’s executive chef and cruise & travel director, the demonstrations are fleetwide and occur at least twice per seven-day sailings and more often on longer … [Read more...]
Storm Forces Disney Cruise Ship to Sail Different Itinerary
Disney Fantasy is currently in the middle of her second “Merrytime” Christmas cruise of the holiday season, but guests onboard may be feeling a little less festive after some last-minute itinerary changes. Out of an abundance of caution, Disney altered the current 7-night Western Caribbean sailing to avoid any potential fallout from Tropical Storm Sara – which recently formed in the … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean just announced where the biggest cruise ship in the world will sail from in 2026 and 2027
You can book new cruises for the biggest cruise ships in the world, including Icon of the Seas and Star of the Seas.Royal Caribbean opened up bookings for its 2026-2027 Summer & Yearlong Caribbean cruises, which include some of its biggest ships.There are new cruises to book on Icon of the Seas, Star of the Seas, Symphony of the Seas, and more.The new itineraries are loaded into Royal … [Read more...]
3 Days in Washington DC with Kids
This year, we wanted to stay within North America for the summer, so once summer break began, we ventured to a few national parks in California and then onwards to San Diego.Then, at the end of summer, I had a bit of cabin fever, so I looked for a short trip we could take as a family, and landed upon Washington, DC.How to Get There: Driving vs. FlyingWashington, DC is located on the east coast of … [Read more...]
AROYA launches exclusive ship-within-a-ship concept Khuzama ahead of December debut
The Saudi Arabian homegrown cruise line AROYA, the first of its kind in the Arab world, has revealed its exclusive Khuzama experience ahead of the cruise line’s debut in the Red Sea this December. Named after the Arabic word for lavender, the Khuzama experience is inspired by the flower, which has become a Saudi national cultural icon and is considered a symbol of luxury, while the colour … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Decides to Completely Ban Bluetooth Speakers
Carnival guests looking to listen to their music will need to settle for headphones – at least for the foreseeable future. This is because the popular cruise brand has quietly banned all types of speakers and radios for safety reasons. The primary reason cited by the cruise line is that personal speakers brought onboard by guests can make it hard for both passengers and crew members … [Read more...]
U.S. News Names Best Cruise Lines for 2025
For the 11th straight year, U.S. News & World Report has released their rankings for the Best Cruise Lines. Viking and Disney Cruise Line were the big winners among the 18 most popular cruise lines in U.S. News’ 2025 rankings for Best Cruise Lines. There were six categories that ranged from Best Cruise Lines for the Money to the Best Cruises Lines in the Caribbean. Here is a look at the … [Read more...]
Water Issue Leads to Shortened Visit for NCL Cruise Ship
It’s kind of ironic that water would be the reason for a cruise itinerary change, but that’s exactly what happened on Pride of America’s current sailing around Hawaii, which embarked on November 16, 2024. The 7-night itinerary, which the Norwegian Cruise Line ship has been operating on repeat out of Honolulu, Hawaii, calls for stops at Hilo, Hawaii; Kailua-Kona, Hawaii Island; and Nawiliwili … [Read more...]