Scene+ is making travel a little more rewarding this month. For a limited time, you can earn 5,000 bonus Scene+ points when you book a minimum two-night hotel stay through Scene+ Travel, powered by Expedia. Simply book between now and October 31, 2025, and complete travel by March 31, 2026 to be eligible for the 5,000 bonus Scene+ points, on top of the 3 Scene+ points per dollar spent by … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2025
Royal Caribbean has expanded its Royal Genie service to more ships
More Royal Caribbean ships are offering one of the best perks you can buy on a cruise.Royal Caribbean tested out offering its Royal Genie service on two of its ships earlier this summer to determine the feasibility of giving such benefits on other ships.Evidently the Royal Genie Package proved to be a good idea, because we're seeing it now on more ships.Here's what you get for the hefty cost and … [Read more...]
Norwegian Cruise Line Review: Our Complete Pros and Cons Breakdown
Heidi BucoloAfter working as a physical therapist for over 15 years, Heidi turned her passion for cruising into a full-time profession. Since her first cruise back in 2007, Heidi has taken over 90 cruises with 15 different cruise lines and has become a trusted voice in the cruise community. Along with her husband, she enjoys sharing her expert cruise tips and cruise reviews across their website … [Read more...]
Holland America Line debuts island-inspired cocktails, dishes for Caribbean season
Holland America Line is expanding its culinary and beverage offerings for the 2025/26 Caribbean cruise season, introducing new regional dishes, cocktails, and culinary experiences across its fleet. Running from October 2025 to April 2026, the programme will feature on six ships sailing in the region, each incorporating menus and activities inspired by the Caribbean’s distinctive … [Read more...]
Cruise Ship Reports Norovirus Outbreak to the CDC
A cruise ship that is currently on a cruise from Montreal to Boston reported a norovirus outbreak to the CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP). Oceania Cruises Insignia reported to the CDC that 11.6% of passengers have reported being ill during the current sailing. This is 74 of the 637 passengers on board. So far, only one crew member has reported getting sick during the cruise. Cruise lines are … [Read more...]
US Cruise Guest Deported From Italy for Firearm Possession
Key Aspects: A 77-year-old man from Tennessee was detained for attempting to board a cruise ship with a gun in his backpack. The prohibited item, which the man claims to have forgotten about, was found during the security screening process at the Porto Corsini Cruise Terminal in Ravenna, Italy. Authorities seized the weapon and the man was deported without getting to set … [Read more...]
Cruise 130 years back in time with HX's cabin from 1896
In 1896, at the dawn of expedition cruising, intrepid travellers set out from Norway’s mainland to the far-flung archipelago of Svalbard, which sits closer to the North Pole than Oslo.Today, the company behind that early voyage is known as HX, an industry leader in Arctic and Antarctic expedition cruising. In 2026, to mark the 130th anniversary of that initial journey, guests aboard MS Fridtjof … [Read more...]
Margaritaville at Sea Ship Alters Course to Avoid Latest Storm
Key Aspects: Margaritaville at Sea Islander is among the first cruise ships to be rerouted to avoid Tropical Storm Melissa. The calls to Ocho Rios, Jamaica, and George Town, Grand Cayman, have been replaced with Belize City, Belize, and Roatan, Honduras. The tropical storm is already reaching sustained winds of up to 50 miles per hour, and is expected to strengthen into a category … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Amps Up Alaskan Adventures for 2027
Key Aspects: Royal Caribbean will once again have four ships in Alaska for 2027: Anthem, Quantum, Serenade, and Voyager of the Seas. While all four ships will offer 7-night sailings, they have unique itineraries and departures are available from Seattle, Vancouver, and Seward. Pre- and post-cruise tours can be added to both Quantum of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas sailings for even … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Announces the 4 Ships Sailing Cruises to Alaska in 2027
Royal Caribbean will have four cruise ships sailing to Alaska in 2027 with cruises starting in Seattle, Seward and Vancouver. These newly announced cruises are open for bookings for Royal Caribbean’s Crown & Anchor Society loyalty members. On October 23, 2025, they will open for bookings to the general public. Here is a look at Royal Caribbean’s Alaska sailings for 2027. The sailings will … [Read more...]
Personal Navigators: Disney Wonder 7-Night Alaskan Cruise from Vancouver – September 8, 2025
Personal Navigators, and other details from the 7-Night Alaskan Cruise from Vancouver. The Disney Wonder set sail from Vancouver, Canada on September 8, 2025. There are additional Personal Navigators from other sailings of this same itinerary for comparison. During this cruise, the ship was under the control of Captain Jonathan Kerr. The Cruise … [Read more...]
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines sends Borealis into dry dock for upgraded dining and amenities
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Borealis has entered dry dock at Damen Shiprepair Rotterdam for a scheduled maintenance and refurbishment period ahead of her winter deployment. The 1997-built vessel, which accommodates 1,320 guests, arrived at the Dutch shipyard on October 21st, 2025, where she is undergoing a combination of technical and hospitality upgrades designed to enhance … [Read more...]
After 100 cruises, has Matt learned anything?
Matt is about to take this 100th cruise with Royal Caribbean, so what's the most important thing he's learned after taking all of those cruises?Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS. Appeared first on: Royalcaribbeanblog.com … [Read more...]
Are Jeans Ever Dining-Room-Ready? Carnival Discusses
Key Aspects: Would seeing someone else wear jeans during a formal night in the Main Dining Room ruin an entire cruise? One Carnival guest thinks so. The guest not only thinks jeans are inappropriate on formal night, but suggests they ought to be completely banned from Carnival Cruise Line. Carnival’s official dress code stresses a casual but family-friendly atmosphere and elegant dress … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Unveils Summer 2027 Alaska Cruises
Royal Caribbean has unveiled its summer 2027 Alaska lineup, offering travelers new ways to explore The Last Frontier. Guests can choose from 7-night sailings aboard Anthem, Quantum, Serenade, and Voyager of the Seas, departing from Seattle, Seward, and Vancouver. Adventurers can also extend their journey with multi-night Cruisetour experiences that combine land and sea exploration. Bookings are … [Read more...]
Carnival Announces Year-Round Deployment in Mobile, Alabama
Carnival Valor to Homeport in Mobile, Expanding Capacity and Cruise Options for Guests, While Carnival Glory and Carnival Conquest Resume Florida Sailings. Carnival Cruise Line today announced its next wave of 2027/28 deployments, including the return of year-round deployment in Mobile, Ala., expanding the cruise line’s capacity in the region with a Conquest-class ship sailing from the home port … [Read more...]
A Hurricane is Brewing in the Caribbean. Could Cruises Be Impacted?
While many people are already thinking about Thanksgiving, turning leaves, and cooler weather, Mother Nature has different plans. Tropical Storm Melissa looks to slowly meander around the Caribbean, impacting Jamaica for days to come. While hurricane season is normally thought of as a summer phenomenon, it actually runs through November 30. Now, there’s a late season storm that’s … [Read more...]
Port of Seattle Smashes Record With 1.9M Cruise Arrivals in 2025
Key Aspects: The Port of Seattle closed out its Alaska season with a record 1.9 million revenue passengers transiting the facility in 2025. With 298 ship calls reported, cruise tourism generated $1.2 billion in regional economic benefits. The port also reached an environmental milestone, with 65% of all homeporting ships connecting to shore power. With its cruise tourism data for … [Read more...]
Family Travel to the Galápagos Surges for National Geographic–Lindblad Expeditions
5 National Geographic–Lindblad Expeditions reports a strong rise in multi-generational family travel to the Galápagos this summer, reflecting growing interest in shared, meaningful experiences and new opportunities for travel advisors. The company saw a 24% year-over-year increase in guests under 18, with the Galápagos leading the trend. The number of young travelers to the islands grew by 40% … [Read more...]
Carnival Valor to Bring More Capacity to Mobile for 2027-28
Key Aspects: Carnival Valor will become the first Conquest-class ship to homeport in Mobile, Alabama, beginning year-round cruises in May 2027. The ship’s itineraries will range from 6 to 8 days, visiting RelaxAway (formerly Half Moon Cay) and Celebration Key in the Bahamas. Carnival Glory and Carnival Conquest will homeport in Port Canaveral and Miami, … [Read more...]
Carnival Going Back to Year-Round Cruises From Mobile
Carnival Cruise Line has not only announced plans to return to year-round cruises from Mobile, Alabama, but they are also expanding capacity in the region with a Conquest class ship for the first time.Carnival Valor will sail from Mobile, Alabama for the first time. Carnival Valor will be the first Conquest class ship to offer cruises out of Mobile starting on May 15, 2027. The ship will sail six- … [Read more...]
Sleep Like It’s 1896: HX Expeditions Launches Immersive Vintage Cabin Experience for Its 130th Anniversary
HX Expeditions is celebrating 130 years of exploration with an experience that transports guests back to the year it all began: 1896, the year HX launched the world’s first expedition cruise. That pioneering voyage to the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard redefined travel itself: not just seeing the world differently, but truly discovering it. Launching on 29 January 2026, the 1896 Cabin will be … [Read more...]
Scenic Ikon: A New Luxury Cruise Ship launching in April 2028
Scenic Group has announced the launch of Scenic Ikon, a new luxury cruise ship set to debut in April 2028. The 205-meter-long vessel will offer ultra-luxury expedition cruising experiences, catering to discerning travellers. Ship Design and Amenities Scenic Ikon will feature 135 all-verandah suites, ranging from 34 to 250 square meters, and accommodate up to 270 guests. The ship will be equipped … [Read more...]
Move Over San Diego! United Launching First Flight To Nearby Beach Town In Over A Decade
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Move Over Nashville! This Underrated City In Tennessee Is Seeing Record Growth In Tourism
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This Gorgeous European Country Named Safest In The World For 2026 (It Might Surprise You!)
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VikingCloud and MXP Join Forces to Strengthen Maritime Cybersecurity
New partnership brings global cruise operators stronger data protection,streamlined compliance, and scalable cloud security. VikingCloud, the leading predict-to-prevent cybersecurity and compliance company, today announces a strategic partnership with MXP, provider of the only fully integrated enterprise platform for the cruise industry. Together, the two companies assist cruise operators to … [Read more...]
Aurora Expeditions Becomes World’s First Cruise Line to Integrate Cutting-Edge AI Routing via CounterCurrent
Aurora Expeditions has announced a new sustainability collaboration with Australian climate-technology company CounterCurrent, integrating its pioneering AI-powered navigation system aboard the new Douglas Mawson. Launching in December 2025, the Douglas Mawson will host a CounterCurrent sensor throughout the 2025–26 Antarctic season, capturing real-time wind, wave and ocean-current data from some … [Read more...]
U.S. Cruise Passenger Detained in Italy After Gun Found in Backpack
A 77-year-old U.S. citizen traveling from Tennessee to Venice was charged in Ravenna, Italy, after security at the Porto Corsini Cruise Terminal found a firearm in his luggage. According to news reports, the man was getting ready to board a cruise ship to Croatia, which was scheduled to leave later in Civitavecchia, Italy. The firearm found was a 6.35mm Browning semi-automatic pistol. It … [Read more...]
New details reported on Disney Fantasy refit, with new bulbous bow and tower suite
Further details have been reported about the ongoing refit of Disney Fantasy, currently in drydock at the Damen Shiprepair yard in Brest, France. The 2012-built vessel entered the yard on October 1st 2025 following its summer season in Europe, with the technical and interior upgrade scheduled for completion on October 28th. According to reports in the French newspaper Le Télégramme, one … [Read more...]
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