When strolling around Cannes this week, I came across this fabulous display above a café. The town really seems to embrace Christmas in style, and I hope you are looking forward to the festivities too! If you’re still struggling for ideas, here are some stocking filler suggestions for the lady in your life… Organise and carry your jewelry discreetly and stylishly with this travel … [Read more...]
Archives for 08/12/2024
20 luxury stocking fillers for him this Christmas (2024) – UK & Europe edition
Christmas is just around the corner and it’s not too late to find him something really special with our carefully-curated stocking filler ideas. Here you’ll find some luxurious but practical gifts that are perfect for the man who loves to travel in style. An evolution to its sold-out predecessor the MBIII Stealth, the new MBIII Armoured features a closed case back which conceals an … [Read more...]
Cruise Ship Engine Trouble Strands Passengers in Japan
Passengers who boarded MSC Cruises’ MSC Bellissima on December 6, 2024, woke up the following day to discover they hadn’t left port. Two days later, they were still there and discovered they would not leave. The 171,598-gross-ton vessel was scheduled to set sail at 7 p.m. on December 6 for a 4-night cruise, but it turns out that navigation and engine problems have prevented its … [Read more...]
Hallway Floods During Royal Caribbean Cruise, Guests Moved
“And why is the carpet all wet, Todd?” became the joke of the holiday season for passengers aboard Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas as they witnessed an unexpected flood on Forward Deck 10 during a recent cruise. The reason, however, wasn’t so funny, as water gushed and pooled on the floor following a water leak taking place the day after the 5,496-passenger capacity ship had … [Read more...]
7 highlights of an Emilia Romagna road trip
Fly into Bologna or Milan to take an epic road trip along the ancient Via Emilia that hosts a string of beautiful Italian cities. In the heart of Emilia Romagna lies Italy’s Food Valley. Make sure that you stop along the way for dishes and wines that have received worldwide acclaim. Hot, hot summers and cold winters, with moisture trapped by the Apennine mountains, coalesce for perfect … [Read more...]
10 Things NEVER to Do in Port on a Cruise
What’s a cruise without stops in port? Your trip will likely feature multiple stops in ports where you are free to go out and enjoy yourself. Most of the time, these ports of call are a playground for passengers to go explore and make memories. But there are some things that you absolutely never want to do whether for safety reasons, to avoid breaking the law, or to simply have a better … [Read more...]
Water leak floods hallway on Royal Caribbean cruise ship
Cruise passengers on one Royal Caribbean ship ran into a deluge of water on one coming out of the ceiling.A guest on Allure of the Seas shared video from this weekend's sailing of water pouring out of the ceiling on one deck.TikTok user joshuaofrichardson posted a 30 second video of water flooding the hallway, pooling outside stateroom doors.No explanation was given in the video, but it looks like … [Read more...]
AROYA Cruises’ first ship Aroya docks in Jeddah for first time ahead of Red Sea season
The Saudi Arabian cruise line AROYA Cruises has made its grand debut in Jeddah, its new homeport, with its first ship Aroya docking for the first time in the kingdom this week. AROYA Cruises welcomed its first cruise ship to its new homeport on Saturday, with a a traditional plaque and key ceremony. The event was attended by AROYA’s captain, Jan Gelinder, and Cruise Saudi’s CEO, Lars … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean News Round-up December 8, 2024
Happy December! We cannot believe that we are already one full week into the month – there is so much going on with holiday preparation and shopping and baking!There's a new addition to Royal Caribbean's list of banned items you can't bring on a cruise.The list of prohibited items was updated to include certain networking and satellite equipment, which includes closing a loophole some cruisers … [Read more...]
This Tropical Paradise In Asia Has $80 Hotels And It’s Surging In Popularity This Winter
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Budget-Friendly Resorts & Seaside Serenity: Algarve’s Secret Whitewashed Town Is Perfect For A Warm Winter Escape
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Move Over Medellin! This Gorgeous Colombian City Is Super Cheap And More Authentic
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Royal Caribbean Doubles Cruises Out of Hong Kong in 2025
Royal Caribbean will sail twice as many cruises out of Hong Kong next year with two ships sailing from the city. Both Spectrum of the Seas and Ovation of the Seas will offer cruises from Hong Kong in 2025 on an extended season of 10 roundtrip sailings. The cruises will range from four- to 11-nights in length and visit Japan, Taiwan and Vietnam. One of the most sought after voyages will be an … [Read more...]
P&O Cruises Ship Remains Docked Due to Rough Weather
Early winter storms can be brutal in northern Europe, and make for challenging conditions for cruise vacations. Instead of sailing into such weather, P&O Cruises’ Iona is remaining docked in Southampton for longer than anticipated following her early arrival on Friday evening ahead of the worst of Storm Darragh. The ship had been scheduled to depart Southampton and navigate to the English … [Read more...]