Derived from the Italian “lido,” referring to a pool or beach, a cruise ship’s lido deck (pronounced “lee-doh”) is where you’ll find the ship’s main pool and sundecks, but often so much more. A prominent feature for most cruise lines, the lido deck can also be home to buffets, restaurants, bars, outdoor activities and other features. Here’s what you need to know. In This Article: What’s … [Read more...]
Archives for 07/12/2024
Ovation of the Seas 7-night Adelaide and Hobart Cruise Compass – November 21, 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...]
Ovation of the Seas 8-night Queensland Cruise Compass – November 13, 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...]
10 cruise ship tips that worked for our Royal Caribbean Blog staffers in 2024
Royal Caribbean Blog staff members cruised over 50 times in 2024, sailing on dozens of vessels to countless ports around the world. As professional cruisers, we certainly know the ins and outs of cruising. That being said, there are always lessons to be learned on any cruise vacation.Whether sailing on the world’s largest ship, Icon of the Seas, or on one of Royal Caribbean’s smallest ships, … [Read more...]
Amsterdam Receives First Green Globe Certification
One of Europe’s most-visited cruise ports has become the first cruise terminal in the world to receive Green Globe certification, complying with more than 300 sustainable tourism standards. Cruise Port Amsterdam’s terminal, which welcomes more than 150 cruise ship calls and 300,0000 passengers each year, was awarded the certification for its sustainability initiatives in energy, water, waste, … [Read more...]
8 Future Cruise Ships Coming to Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line is the fourth largest cruise line in the world and they have eight more cruise ships either under construction or on order. Half of these eight ships are the largest NCL has ever ordered at 225,000 gross tons. Here is a look at the eight new ships coming to Norwegian Cruise Line over the next 12 years. Prima Plus Class Norwegian Cruise Line has four Prima Plus … [Read more...]
These 5 Digital Nomad Hotspots In Europe Offer Culture & Mild Winter Weather
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This New Tourist Train Will Connect Mexico City To This Stunning Colonial Town
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3 New Nonstop Flight Routes Launching From The U.S. To Portugal In 2025
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Iconic Asian City Named World’s Most Popular Destination For 2025 By Agoda
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New Cruise Line’s First Ship Arrives Ahead of Maiden Voyage
A new cruise line will sail their first cruise in 10 days and their first ship has arrived at its homeport ahead of its debut. AROYA Cruises will sail their first cruise on December 16, 2024. AROYA Cruises is the world’s newest cruise line and they will sail their inaugural cruise on December 16, 2024. It will be a three-night cruise across the Red Sea. Their first ship, AROYA, arrived in … [Read more...]
Viking Names Newest Ocean Ship in Trieste as a Tribute to the Shipyard That Built It
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...]
Cruise Ships Take Action to Avoid Storm Darragh
As Storm Darragh makes its way through the UK, P&O Cruises’ Iona and Saga Cruises’ Spirit of Adventure have made sure to get out of its path. Both cruise ships arrived in the Southampton Cruise Port on the night of December 6, 2024, to shelter in place until the worst of the weather passes. Iona, which was already operating a 14-night sailing to Spain and Portugal out of … [Read more...]
Norwegian Cruise Line Cancels 35 Sailings, 4 Ships Impacted
Guests booked on four of Norwegian Cruise Line’s most popular ships will not be able to take their cruises as planned in 2025 and 2026, as the cruise line has just announced the cancellation of 35 different sailings. The impacted cruises are for departure dates ranging from November 29, 2025 through April 11, 2026, with voyages on Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Encore, and … [Read more...]