Julie Bouchner Julie Bouchner is the Marketing Lead for Porthole Cruise and Travel. She has a Master’s Degree in Journalism from Syracuse University. When she is not writing, she enjoys traveling, spending time with family, baking, and playing with her Siberian Husky named Ellie.
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Durban readies for bumper summer tourism and 2025/26 cruise season arrivals
Durban, South Africa is preparing for an influx of visitors as the city launches its Sizzling Summer Campaign and welcomes the start of the 2025/26 cruise season, signalling one of the busiest holiday periods in recent years. The KwaZulu-Natal port city is expecting an estimated 1.3 million visitors over the coming months, boosted by the arrival of major cruise ships such as MSC Opera, … [Read More...]
Royal Caribbean’s Surprising Stance on Going Nude on Your Balcony
Maybe you want to get a little frisky with your partner in the sunshine. Or maybe you want to work on your tan… without the tan lines… or you just like the feel of the fresh air in parts where the breeze doesn’t normally reach. No matter the reason, it’s a common thought to see your private balcony on a cruise and think about the possibility of enjoying it in your birthday … [Read More...]
Royal Caribbean News Round-up: October 26, 2025
Happy (almost) Halloween! I don't have any bad Halloween themed puns to include here, just the latest Royal Caribbean news to catch up on before you hit up the neighborhood for candy.Two teens were caught on video climbing on their balcony's railing while at sea.The scary incident appeared to not result in anyone being hurt, but the reckless behavior appalled many because of what could have … [Read More...]
These 4 Vibrant Cities Are The South’s Top Getaways To Cap Off Fall
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Personal Navigators: Disney Treasure 7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral – October 11, 2025
Personal Navigators, and other details from the Halloween on the High Seas 7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral. The Disney Treasure set sail from Port Canaveral, Florida on October 11, 2025. <img decoding="async" width="247" height="500" data-attachment-id="68446" … [Read More...]