Did you know that the Annual Gothic Cruise and Masquerade Ball is a real thing that you can experience? Here’s the scoop! The first ever Gothic cruise started under the company Travelwaves Intl LLC in 1989, but is now known as All Genre Travel. This cruise originally set sail on Big Red Boat I of the Premier Cruise Lines fleet. The Gothic Cruise sailed with just five couples on its first … [Read more...]
Archives for 08/02/2025
First Look at the World’s Largest Cruise Terminal in Miami
The first cruise ship visited the world’s largest cruise terminal today in Miami when MSC Seascape was the first vessel to use the massive terminal. MSC Cruises will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony next month for the new Terminal AA/AAA at PortMiami. This new terminal is able to process 36,000 cruise passengers every day. All photos in this article are courtesy of MSC Cruises. The ribbon cutting … [Read more...]
Cruise News Update: Old Ship Beached, Departure Changes, Stowaway
It’s time to recap the big cruise news headlines of the week with another must-read edition of Cruise Hive’s Cruise News Update. This week we have coverage from Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Margaritaville at Sea. Make sure you stay well informed by signing up for Cruise Hive’s Daily Update, so the big cruise stories are delivered right to … [Read more...]
Celebrity Solstice Cruises Cancelled for Longer Dry Dock
Booking the first sailing of a ship, whether the debut of a brand new vessel or the first return to service cruise after a dry dock, can be a gamble for cruise travelers. It is always possible a ship will be delayed or dry dock dates changed, either delaying or even cancelling planned sailings. This is the case with two upcoming departures for Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Solstice. While the … [Read more...]
How do you actually redeem your Royal Caribbean loyalty benefits? Reward discounts, explained
Royal Caribbean might have one of the best cruise line loyalty programs in the entire cruise industry, so you'll want to take maximize all of your benefits.From my early days of cruising, I was impressed how much you get on your ship after just a few cruises from Royal Caribbean's Crown and Anchor Society.There are discounts offered for drinks, spa treatments, packages, and more. While the … [Read more...]
5 Important Things You Need To Check In Your Passport Before Your Next Trip
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Americans Now Need To Complete A Digital Entry Form Traveling To These 3 Caribbean Islands
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Americans Can Fly Nonstop To The Bahamas From 16 U.S. Cities
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Join Us for DCL Blog Group Cruise VII: 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise Aboard the Disney Destiny in 2026
Guess what? Summer 2026 cruises are out, and we’re sharing some exciting news before they go on sale! The seventh DCL Blog Group Cruise is set to set sail from Fort Lauderdale on the Disney Destiny. It’s a 5-Night Western Caribbean adventure that is scheduled to include two days at sea and stops at Cozumel and Castaway Cay! As part of the DCL Blog Group Cruise, guests will also have access to … [Read more...]
Dominican Republic Entry Requirements For US Travelers In 2025: Important Rules You Need To Know
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Review: The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort
What we loved: The stunning resort won us over with its personable staff, perfect balance of peaceful beach and pool areas yet lively evening atmosphere, fantastic dining, and thoughtful family-friendly touches—from the attentive kids’ club staff to unique activities like sand sculpting and a lagoon experience ideal for families. What we didn’t love:While the residential location ensures a … [Read more...]