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Archives for October 2025
Port of San Diego and Holland America Line Celebrate the Start of San Diego’s Cruise Season
The Port of San Diego is kicking off its 2025-2026 cruise season with longtime homeport partner Holland America Line. This season offers 107 different voyages and is expected to welcome 389,000 passengers to the region. “We’re excited to set sail on another cruise season alongside long-time partners, Holland America Line,” said Chair Danielle Moore, Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners. … [Read more...]
39 Countries Will Require Fingerprints From U.S. Travelers—Is Your Next Trip On The List?
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Century Cruises Appoints New VP of Air
Century Cruises has appointed Ralph Monteleone as vice president of Century Air. He will be responsible for supporting the company’s continued expansion across the Americas and Europe by developing programs that span air, transportation, hotel, and land services. Monteleone brings decades of experience in cruise and air travel programs, corporate travel systems, and global airlines … [Read more...]
Goldbelt reveals details of proposed $500M cruise port on Douglas Island
Goldbelt Incorporated is finally sharing more about its proposed $500 million cruise ship port on the backside of Douglas Island. Its president and CEO, McHugh Pierre, presented the plan to the Juneau Assembly for the first time at a committee meeting Monday night. “We have some really big, bold ideas,” he said. Full story Goldbelt reveals details of proposed $500M cruise port on Douglas Island … [Read more...]
Boat Bike Tours to Launch New Amsterdam to Paris Tour, Magnifique X Barge in 2026
[embedded content] Amsterdam to Paris: Luxury Cycle Cruise Boat Bike Tours will launch a new flagship tour between Amsterdam and Paris in 2026, as well as a new boutique barge for the journey. Ride past windmills in the Dutch countryside, sip Belgian beer on a historic square and enjoy the French capital’s grand boulevards while traveling at a relaxed, enriching pace. Along the way, settle … [Read more...]
The 2026 Hallmark Christmas Cruise Is Happening: Public Sale Date Announced
The Hallmark Christmas Cruise is returning with two upcoming sailings aboard Norwegian Joy. These cruises celebrate the Christmas season with festive activities, Hallmark stars, and getaways to The Bahamas and Mexico. Sailing from November 6 to 10, the first cruise will depart from Miami and stop in Cozumel, Mexico. This cruise has already sold out due to high demand. For fans who missed out, the … [Read more...]
Princess Cruises Sip at Sea Cocktail Book by Rob Floyd Now on Amazon
Rob Floyd, mixologist and Princess Cruises ambassador, has released Sip at Sea: A Princess Cruises Cocktail Collection, now available on Amazon and across all 17 Princess ships. The book features guest-favorite cocktails and mocktails from the fleet, complete with step-by-step recipes, full-color photos, QR code video tutorials, and stories inspired by travel. “Opening Sip at Sea is like … [Read more...]
What We Loved (and Hated) on Sapphire Princess
Don BucoloDon Bucolo, or “DB”, loves everything about cruising- the ocean, the food, and the atmosphere. While he may be obsessed with doing extensive amounts of research on ships and all elements of a cruise, Don enjoys sharing his new found knowledge with fellow cruisers. When he is not sailing the high seas, he does whatever his wife tells him to do-it only took 10 years to realize this.See … [Read more...]
Anonymous Royal Caribbean crew member officer shared what it's like to work on a cruise ship
Cruise ship crew members have interesting jobs. No two days are ever the same when dealing with guests. It’s a demanding and fascinating role, but it is also rewarding. A now-deleted Reddit user who claims to be an Officer aboard an Oasis Class cruise ship shared insights into their life at sea."Hi cruisers!! First Officer here! Since we always have guests asking interesting stuff on bridge … [Read more...]
Storms Reroute Cruise Ships, Portland Greets Guests With a Cheeky Sign
Key Aspects: Thanks to Hurricanes Humberto and Imelda, several cruise ships have steered toward Canada and New England instead of sailing to Bermuda or the Bahamas as planned. Those who were diverted to Portland, Maine, were met with a funny sign welcoming them to “Northern Bermuda.” So far, ships like Carnival Pride and Norwegian Escape have been diverted to the New England … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Guest Upset at Specialty Dining Charges
Key Aspects: One Carnival guest feels that being required to pre-pay for specialty dining is an inflexible, money grab practice that needs to end. While the issue was opened for an online vote, there is not much support for the idea of free reservations and charging only after the meal. Different cruise lines have different policies to curb the practice of making reservations than not … [Read more...]
MSC Cruise Ship Shortens Port Call to Avoid Rough Seas
Key Aspects: The final port call of MSC Euribia’s current 7-night voyage, which is in Flåm, Norway, will unfortunately be cut short. This change was made to avoid the worst of the strong winds that will impact the vessel’s journey back to Kiel, Germany. As the MSC ship may still encounter some rough seas, the pools will be drained and guests are encouraged to be extra cautious … [Read more...]
Your Guide To St. Andrews Bay, South Georgia Island (2025)
Your guide to St. Andrews Bay, a magnificent location home to South Georgia’s largest king penguin colony. St. Andrews Bay is one of South Georgia’s most iconic destinations. Its sweeping shoreline is framed by rugged mountains and glaciers, setting the stage for some of the island’s most breathtaking landscapes. But it’s the wildlife that truly steals the show here. This is where you’ll … [Read more...]
San Diego Cruise Port: Facilities, How to Get There, and More
Cruise Ship at San Diego Port (Photo Credit: meunierd) Nicknamed the “port of land and see,” the Port of San Diego features two cruise ship terminals right in downtown, putting you within easy access of off-site parking options, hotels, dining and entertainment. Beyond positioning you nicely for an extended stay in San Diego, either pre- or post-cruise, the terminal also offers … [Read more...]
Porter Airlines Expands Winter Schedule with Four New Routes
Porter Airlines is expanding its 2025–26 winter schedule, with four new routes and a 25% capacity increase in service to popular destinations. Not only is Porter boosting service from Ottawa and Toronto, but it’s also rolling out its first-ever US service from Vancouver (YVR) and its first Caribbean route from Montreal (YUL). Both moves mark a significant step in Porter’s growing ambition … [Read more...]
Air Canada Updates: Baggage Allowances, Lounge Openings & Closures, and Onboard Service Expansion
In the past week, Air Canada has made several announcements spanning changes to baggage benefits for some Aeroplan Elite members, planned refurbishments and opening of new lounges, and expanding its onboard offerings for passengers in the economy cabin. There’s a lot to unpack here, so let’s dive into everything you need to know about the recent announcements that have come from Air … [Read more...]
UAE introduces visa for cruise crew and passengers, reinforcing position as global destination
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP) has introduced new entry visa regulations for the UAE that include, for the first time, a multiple-entry visa tailored to cruise ship crew and passengers. The move is a significant boost for the UAE’s cruise sector, supporting both operational efficiency for cruise lines and its ambitions to consolidate … [Read more...]
Trip Log Day 5: 7-Night Western Europe Cruise on Disney Fantasy – Vigo, Spain – July 28, 2025
Trip log, day five. Vigo, Spain.7-Night Western Europe Cruise on Disney FantasyJuly 28, 2025 Guests Ashore: 11:00 am Guests Onboard: 8:00 pmPersonal Navigator Today, we are back in Spain with a in Vigo and we do not have any scheduled plans or tours. Oh, I forgot to take a photo of the map on the stateroom TV. Our all ashore time was later, at 11am. The morning started with Emily at the … [Read more...]
Riviera Welcomes North American Advisory Board for First Meeting
On September 23, Riviera Travel welcomed members of its new North American Agent Advisory Board for an inaugural meeting at the brand’s U.S. headquarters in Fort Lauderdale, FL, marking a significant milestone in the company’s aggressive regional growth campaign. A select group of advisors were appointed to the new board and gathered to celebrate Riviera’s success thus far in 2025, sharing … [Read more...]
Sip at Sea: A Princess Cruises Cocktail Collection by Global Mixologist Rob Floyd Now Available on Amazon
Created in partnership with Princess Cruises, world-renowned global mixologist and Princess ambassador Rob Floyd presents Sip at Sea: A Princess Cruises Cocktail Collection – an imaginative and interactive cocktail book now available on Amazon and onboard all 17 Princess ships. Featuring a collection of guest-favorite cocktails and mocktails from across the fleet, the book includes step-by-step … [Read more...]
Carnival Venezia Bringing ‘Italian Style’ Fun to Miami in 2027 as Carnival Magic and Carnival Vista Add More Options From Florida
Carnival Cruise Line today opened new 2027/28 reservations for three ships in two top Florida homeports, Miami and Port Canaveral, announcing a South Florida move for the “Fun Italian Style” Carnival Venezia and expanded options aboard Carnival Magic and Carnival Vista. New sailings now available feature a variety of itinerary lengths that visit the Caribbean’s most popular destinations, … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Unveils Tropical Ferries for First Royal Beach Club
Key Aspects: Royal Caribbean has officially unveiled the fleet of five brightly-colored ferries that will be used to bring guests to the new Royal Beach Club Paradise Island. The ferries will be owned and operated by the 100% Bahamian-owned Bahamas Transport Logistics and offer efficient navigation and operation. Royal Beach Club Paradise Island is scheduled to open in December 2025 and … [Read more...]
Carnival Deploys ‘Fun Italian Style’ Ship to Miami in 2027
Key Aspects: Carnival Cruise Line will base Carnival Venezia at PortMiami from May 2027 to April 2028, in a move that cuts out her traditional summer season deployment to New York. Carnival Venezia will sail 6- and 8-day Eastern, Western, and Southern Caribbean cruises from the South Florida port. The cruise line opened 2028-28 bookings for Carnival Venezia, along with Carnival Magic, … [Read more...]
Holland America Line Will Debut Alaska-Themed Float in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
This November, Holland America Line will debut an Alaska-themed float in the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Featuring the largest kinetic sculpture in Parade history, the float will bring glaciers, wildlife, and Denali National Park to life through innovative moving elements. It will travel the Parade’s 2.5‑mile route and conclude at Macy’s Herald Square. … [Read more...]
Americans Will Need A Digital Entry Form Traveling To This Asian Country Starting October
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Carnival Announces More Cruise Ship Deployments From Florida for 2027-2028
Carnival Cruise Line continues to release new cruises for 2027-2028 and today the cruise giant announced where three ships will be sailing to and from in Florida. Carnival Cruise Line is moving Carnival Venezia to the Cruise Capital of the World, PortMiami, for six- to eight-day cruises to the Caribbean. In addition, Carnival Magic and Carnival Vista will offer expanded options. Here is a look at … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean rewards casino players with big discounts on beach clubs and drink packages
One of the best deals in cruising right now is arguably Royal Caribbean's casino loyalty benefits, and it's getting even better.Cruisers willing to gamble enough on their cruise to earn enough points to reach higher loyalty tiers have a new benefit that extends discounts to some of the cruise line's most popular add-ons.An email newsletter sent to casino players mentions a new discount on … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line and Orbisk Launch AI-Powered Kitchen Intelligence At Sea
In a kitchen where thousands of meals are orchestrated each day, even small gains in precision can transform performance. Now, Carnival Cruise Line and Orbisk are proving what’s possible; bringing real-time kitchen intelligence to sea for the first time. In just six months, the Carnival Cruise Line’s collaboration with Orbisk, combined with other decisive onboard measures has helped culinary … [Read more...]
Holland America Line Will Have a Float in the 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Holland America Line is celebrating nearly 80 years of offering cruises to Alaska but having a float in next month’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will take place on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Holland America Line’s float will evoke Alaska’s majestic landscapes and indomitable spirit through artistry and dynamic design. The float will capture Alaska’s … [Read more...]