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5 Royal Caribbean rumors from the President's Cruise

Matt is headed to the rumor mill this week to share five juicy rumors of things that could be coming to Royal Caribbean.  These are interesting changes and additions that were teased or mentioned during last week's President's Cruise.  Shhhh!Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, … [Read more...]

3 Surprising Coastal Towns Named As The South’s Top Getaways

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Experts Reveal This Unknown Town As A Top Amsterdam Alternative (Only 15 Minutes Away)

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MXP: Next-Level Itinerary Planning with Automatic Waypoints

MXP expands the MXP Enterprise Software Platform with a new Visual Itinerary Planner. By selecting the next port, all waypoints are auto-generated. Distances between ports, speed and fuel consumption are automatically calculated. The itinerary is visualized on a digital chart. Waypoints are provided through an industry-leading Routing API following recognized nautical standards, ensuring … [Read more...]

70000 Tons Of Metal 2026 To Host Live Debut Of VBO, The New Project From Wind Rose Frontman Francesco Cavalieri

[embedded content] Vice Business Only – VBO In keeping with the spirit of creating unforgettable experiences and exclusive performances, the 2026 edition of 70000 Tons Of Metal, The Original, The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise, will host the first-ever live on-stage performance of VBO. Also known as Vice Business Only, VBO, a turbo-charged fusion of synthwave swagger and heavy rock heat, is … [Read more...]

67th MedCruise General Assembly 2025 in Šibenik: Networking, Governance & Innovation at the heart of the Agenda

The official programme of the 67th MedCruise General Assembly, scheduled to take place in Šibenik from 30 September to 3 October 2025, was formally presented today (September 30, 2025) during a press conference hosted in the Croatian port, member of the association. The 67th MedCruise General Assembly officially opened today in the historic city of Šibenik, Croatia. Hosted and co-organised by the … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean is adding a two story casino to its next new cruise ship

One big change coming to Royal Caribbean's newest ship will be its biggest casino ever.Royal Caribbean confirmed a change to its casino layout on Legend of the Seas, which will debut next summer.Instead of the single deck casino layout that both Icon and Star of the Seas have, Legend will expand its casino footprint to two decks.Here's what Royal Caribbean has shared about its plans for the casino … [Read more...]

CroisiEurope debuts first-ever paddlewheel cruise on Seine

River cruisers are invited to experience the Seine like never before, aboard a paddlewheel ship that combines modern amenities with a sense of nostalgia.Rudimentary versions of paddlewheel ships date back to ancient China, but iterations of them, as we understand them today, date back around 200 years. In the 19th century, they experienced a boom, particularly stateside, where they became a common … [Read more...]

AROYA Cruises offers faith-based option for Muslims undertaking Hajj and Umrah

Aroya Cruises, the world’s first halal-certified cruise line, has launched a new faith-based cruise option for Muslims undertaking the Hajj and Umrah. The initiative aims to offer Indonesian pilgrims a spiritual journey by sea, combining religious observance with Islamic hospitality and cultural discovery. The Aroya Umrah Cruises Experience and 3D2N Langkawi Halal Cruises were unveiled … [Read more...]

Pier Problems and Hurricanes Force Further Royal Caribbean Itinerary Change

Key Aspects:  Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas has had a second itinerary change related to Humberto and Imelda, both of which are currently Category 1 hurricanes. After replacing the original Bahamas itinerary with a cruise to Canada, Sydney, Nova Scotia, has now been removed from the schedule due to a pier reassignment and unsafe weather conditions. Only one port of call … [Read more...]

6 wonderful animal experiences in England

Wildlife parks have been evolving and are very different from the traditional zoo that was simply a place exhibiting exotic animals – not always making the welfare of these animals the prime consideration. Nowadays wild animals are kept in enclosures as close as possible to their natural habitats. Visitor viewing has also improved with animal walk-throughs and elevated board walks. The emphasis on … [Read more...]

What a Government Shutdown Really Means for Cruises

Key Aspects: If an agreement is not reached, the US government will shut down at 12:01 a.m. on October 1, 2025. Essential security and port employees will continue to report to work, which means US cruise ports will remain open and operational. However, there is a possibility for delays within airports and cruise ports, as well as from passport services during this time. As of the … [Read more...]

My favourite European Avios redemptions with British Airways 

UK travellers just can’t get enough of Europe — and honestly, who can blame us? I’m the same. With so many incredible cities only a couple of hours away, it feels like the continent was made for spontaneous escapes. One weekend you’re wandering through Renaissance galleries in Florence, the next you’re dancing until sunrise in Berlin. Add in those sun-drenched beaches in Spain, Greece, or Portugal … [Read more...]