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This Sunny Lesser Known Coastal City Is The ‘Venice’ Of Portugal

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These Are The 10 Safest Countries To Visit In Western Europe Right Now

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Silversea spotlights 2026-28 global experience voyages celebrating cultural immersion

Silversea has unveiled an expanded portfolio of global experiences for the coming years, offering travellers an array of cultural, natural, and sporting events across the world. The luxury cruise line, recognised for its immersive approach to travel, continues to position itself at the forefront of experiential cruising, combining exclusive access with in-depth cultural … [Read more...]

How Much Do Cruise Ship Workers Make? Salaries by Job Revealed

Like any job, salaries for cruise ship workers range depending on roles and responsibilities, as well as experience. With that said, employees typically earn between $1,200 to $3,500 per month before bonuses and tips. Where an entry-level cabin steward and other basic service roles are at the lower end of the pay scale, senior officers and specialized staff can have annual salaries that get … [Read more...]

PortMiami Shows No Sign of Slowing With 10 New Cruise Ship Debuts

Key Aspects: Port Miami has announced a new roster of ships for the 2025-2026 cruise season. Ships from ten cruise lines will make their debut at the port, including from major brands like Virgin Voyages, MSC Cruises, Holland America Line, and more. The new ships will make their Miami debuts from October 2025 through February 2026, bringing thousands of guests to the Cruise Capital of … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean’s First Beach Club Opening Sooner Than Expected

Royal Caribbean first Royal Beach Club is opening four days sooner than originally announced. The Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in Nassau will now open on December 23, 2025, sooner than the original December 27 opening date that was announced this past summer. Two Royal Caribbean cruise ships will visit Nassau on December 23, Radiance of the Seas and Utopia of the Seas. [embedded … [Read more...]

Viking’s Massive Fleet Grows by Two More Cruise Ships

Viking’s incredible growth continues as the cruise line took delivery of two more river ships, one for Europe and one of the Nile River in Egypt. One of Viking’s custom built river ships for the Nile River. Photo: Cruise Fever Viking Honir is the newest Longship to join Viking’s fleet. The 190 guest river ship will offer cruises on the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers. The ship features the elegant … [Read more...]

PortMiami Welcomes 10 New Ships for 2025–2026

PortMiami will welcome 10 new cruise ships during the 2025–2026 season, including five new builds. The season begins in October 2025 with the arrival of Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth and Virgin Voyages’ Brilliant Lady. November brings Zuiderdam (Holland America), Celebrity Xcel (Celebrity Cruises), and Allura (Oceania Cruises), followed by MSC Cruises’ Grandiosa in December. In 2026, Star Seeker … [Read more...]

The First-Timer’s Guide to Celebration Key (What’s Included, What to Do, & More)

If you’re headed to Celebration Key, you’re no doubt looking forward to your day at the private destination. You also likely have a lot of questions about what to expect and how things work at the new spot. If you’re visiting for the first time, there’s plenty that you’ll want to know before you get to shore. Having been there ourselves, we can give you the ins and … [Read more...]

Voting Opens for the 2025 Cruise Hive Awards — Which Cruise Line Deserves the Win?

Feedback is critical to cruise lines as they develop new amenities, plan diverse itineraries, or design completely new ships with brand new experiences. The Cruise Hive Awards is our reader-driven annual ranking of the best of the best – what you, as experienced cruisers, love best about cruising! Voting is now open, but you can only cast one vote in each category. You do not, however, have … [Read more...]

Europe’s Largest Cruise Terminal Opens in the Canary Islands

Key Aspects: The new Las Palmas Cruise Port spans 150,000 square feet over two levels and can handle up to four ships at once. Operated by Global Ports Holding, the terminal marks a €40 million investment in Canary Islands cruise infrastructure. The new terminal first welcomed the 2,910-passenger Celebrity Apex, operated by Celebrity Cruises, on October 2, 2025. The Canary Islands is … [Read more...]

Riviera Explorer Announces Record-Breaking Success

This summer, Riviera Travel launched Riviera Explorer. The new digital learning platform offers everything travel advisors need to help sell, promote and understand Riviera Travel. These assets include brochures, window posters, social media post templates, training videos and more to offer an accessible and approachable way for advisors to expand their knowledge of the brand and river cruise … [Read more...]

P&O Cruises unveils winter 2027-2028 cruises

P&O Cruises has revealed its new collection of holidays for winter 2027 through to spring 2028. It features several new itineraries, new ports of call as well as P&O Cruises longest world cruise sailing. Cruise holidays booked by December 17, 2025 will get a host of booking benefits including 10% discount and low deposit on both Select and Early Saver fares. Also, third and fourth guests … [Read more...]

The 7 WARMEST Places to Visit in Europe This Winter

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I took my first Royal Caribbean cruise. Two days on one of the world's largest ships wasn't enough

Your first-ever cruise is a special experience. Even if you fall in love with vacations at sea, nothing will ever come close to the feeling of stepping on a ship for the first time.Having been on over 30 cruises, I love sailing with first-time cruisers whenever possible. There's something special about seeing their reactions to everything onboard, from the amenities to the dining room, cabin, and … [Read more...]

Princess Cruise Ship Receives New Restaurants and Enhancements

A Princess cruise ship has returned from a two-week dry dock that saw new additions to the vessel that include new specialty restaurants.Sapphire Princess Returns from Drydock Featuring Fresh Enhancements and New Specialty Restaurants Sapphire Princess spent the last two week in a dry dock in Portland, Oregon. In addition to routine maintenance, two of Princess’ popular specialty dining … [Read more...]

Sapphire Princess Emerges from Dry Dock with Two New Dining Venues

Key Aspects: A two-week dry dock has added two acclaimed specialty restaurants to Princess Cruises’ Sapphire Princess: Makoto Ocean and Crown Grill. The addition of Makoto Ocean, a sushi venue created by Chef Makoto Okuwa, comes as the ship is scheduled to operate a lengthy series of East Asia cruises in 2027. Crown Grill is a longtime guest favorite across the Princess Cruises’ fleet, … [Read more...]

Viking expands river fleet with delivery of new ships for Europe and Egypt

Viking has taken delivery of two new river ships, Viking Honir and Viking Thoth, further strengthening its leadership in the river cruise sector in Europe and Egypt.  The delivery ceremonies took place in Basel, Switzerland, for Viking Honir and at the Massara shipyard in Cairo, Egypt, for Viking Thoth. The Viking Honir will operate on Europe’s Rhine, … [Read more...]

Struggling cruise line files Chapter 11 bankruptcy

While 2025 brought with it the high-profile bankruptcies of airlines such as Play and Spirit Airlines, many companies running tours and travel packages faced an even tougher time due to lower demand and high number of competitors operating in given markets. In June, British travel company Great Little Escapes was stripped of its license to operate after reporting sustained losses for the two … [Read more...]

Are Paper Newsletters Wasteful? Carnival Cruise Guests Respond

Key Aspects: One environmentally-concerned guest believes Carnival Cruise Line should discontinue printing the FunTimes newsletter because “NOBODY” reads it. On the contrary, thousands of guests responded and prefer the paper copy, whether it is easier to read, more convenient, less glitchy than the app, or just a fun souvenir. Carnival Cruise Line previously discontinued printed … [Read more...]

P&O Cruises flagship Britannia to homeport in Southampton for first time

P&O Cruises flagship Britannia is set to be based in Southampton for first time for winter 2027 sailings. Britannia, which celebrated its tenth anniversary this year, will homeport in the UK to operate roundtrip cruises around Europe and the Caribbean between October 2027 and the end of March 2028. The itineraries are part of P&O Cruises new winter 2027 and spring 2028 programme across the … [Read more...]

Booked: March Break Trip to Abu Dhabi and Italy

For March Break, we usually seek out destinations that offer warm weather, memorable experiences, and the opportunity to use our points and miles to help reduce the overall cost. Next year, we’ve booked something a little different, a family adventure that blends the desert luxury and amusement park fun of Abu Dhabi with the cultural charm of Italy. At first glance, it might seem like an … [Read more...]

Sapphire Princess Returns from Drydock Featuring Fresh Enhancements and New Specialty Restaurants

Following a two-week drydock in Portland, Oregon, Sapphire Princess has set sail unveiling exciting new guest experiences, including the addition of two popular specialty restaurants – Makoto Ocean and Crown Grill. Makoto Ocean and Crown Grill will be open for guests starting November 16, 2025. The 115,875-ton ship, which carries 2,670 guests, underwent general refurbishments and enhancements, … [Read more...]

Las Palmas’ New Cruise Terminal Welcomes Its First Call

Las Palmas Cruise Port’s newest terminal — the largest cruise terminal in Europe — has officially begun operations with the arrival of Celebrity Apex, which docked at the Santa Catalina Pier on October 2, 2025. This inaugural call marks the operational launch of the new facility and the beginning of a key chapter for Gran Canaria as a premier international cruise destination. Operated by Global … [Read more...]

Sapphire Princess Debuts New Upgrades After Drydock

After a two-week drydock in Portland, Oregon, Sapphire Princess has returned to service with refreshed spaces and two new specialty restaurants—Makoto Ocean and Crown Grill—opening November 16, 2025. The 115,875-ton ship, accommodating 2,670 guests, received general refurbishments and venue transformations to introduce these dining experiences. Makoto Ocean Sushi by Chef Makoto Okuwa Following … [Read more...]

Alaska vs. Caribbean: Which Cruise Fits Your Travel Personality?

Picture this: The hum of the engines beneath your feet, the salt air whipping through your hair, and that intoxicating promise of somewhere new on the horizon. There’s something about standing on a ship’s deck that makes all your cares go away. Or they immediately make you think of Jack and Rose in Titanic. I am certainly in that second grouping.  Before you even step aboard, there’s one … [Read more...]

New Report Names This Timeless Lake Town As America’s Most Affordable Fall Getaway

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What Happens to Cruising Ducks That Aren’t Found?

Key Aspects:  One cruise fan raised an interesting question about the cruising ducks game: What happens when the rubber ducks are not immediately found? While some cruisers had active imaginations regarding this answer, the ducks are usually left for guests or crew members onboard the next voyage to find. The cruising ducks game continues to grow in popularity. The point of … [Read more...]

Why Tourists Are Flocking To This Quieter, Beautiful Beach Region Near Cancun

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