MSC Cruises has set a new record for the longest line of LEGO® ships aboard its flagship, MSC World America, during its journey from the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, to Miami, Florida. This milestone precedes the ship’s naming ceremony at the MSC Miami Cruise Terminal on April 9, with its inaugural Caribbean season starting on April 12.Steve Leatham, MSC Cruises VP … [Read more...]

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. Appeared first on: Porthole.com … [Read more...]

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. Appeared first on: Porthole.com … [Read more...]

I’ve been reflecting on my last Antarctica Expedition Cruise with Atlas Ocean Voyages, and I can’t believe it’s been three years since that adventure. This itinerary was one of the most remarkable journeys I’ve ever had. Want to learn more? Watch the video to experience it for yourself! Exploring Antarctica with Atlas Ocean Voyages is truly one-of-a-kind. Each time you visit Antarctica, you’ll … [Read more...]

The Bahamas is known for its beautiful beaches and vibrant culture. However, the region has a significant gap in effective emergency medical services. To address this need, Tropic Air, a trusted name in aviation since 1993, established Tropic Air Rescue. This specialized service is a Concierge Membership-based critical care air ambulance program that operates Sikorsky S-76 helicopters and employs … [Read more...]

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. Appeared first on: Porthole.com … [Read more...]

6 History has been made today as the world’s first-ever spacefaring cruise ship, Celestial Voyager, was successfully launched into orbit from the Kennedy Space Center. This groundbreaking achievement, a joint venture between Galactic Cruises and leading aerospace engineers, marks the dawn of an entirely new era in luxury travel. The Celestial Voyager, a futuristic vessel designed to offer … [Read more...]

A new cruise brand, Ancaster Cruise Lines, has announced a lineup of shore excursions linking historic landmarks across the Great Lakes region to decades of government secrecy, alien encounters, and hidden technology suppressed by the military-industrial complex. “Through our extensive network of contacts, we’ve curated excursions that expose the heart of this region’s suppressed history,” said … [Read more...]

I’m not certain when I first realized that Avalon Waterways’ Bonjour Bordeaux: Chateaux, Wineries, and Charming Villages genuinely does have something for everyone. It could have been as I was boogying enthusiastically to David Bowie’s “Let’s Dance” at the Panorama Lounge … or maybe while I cycled through the picturesque vineyards of Saint-Emilion. Perhaps it was as I explored the curves and … [Read more...]

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. Appeared first on: Porthole.com … [Read more...]

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. Appeared first on: Porthole.com … [Read more...]

Holland America Line will launch its Alaska cruising season on Saturday, April 26, 2025, featuring six ships offering roundtrip voyages from Seattle and Vancouver and routes between Vancouver and Whittier (Anchorage). The cruise line enhances its offerings with experiences such as Glacier Bay, Mendenhall Glacier hikes, wildlife viewing of the “Big Five,” and crossing the Arctic Circle. “Alaska … [Read more...]

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. Appeared first on: Porthole.com … [Read more...]

5 On Thursday in Saint-Nazaire, France, MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique marked significant milestones for three World Class ships: the delivery of MSC World America, a coin ceremony for MSC World Asia, and the steel cutting for MSC World Atlantic. Attendees included Captain Gianluigi Aponte, Founder and Group Chairman of MSC; Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive Chairman of MSC Group’s Cruise … [Read more...]

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. Appeared first on: Porthole.com … [Read more...]

2 Holland America Line is expanding its single barrel whiskey program! Starting this spring, the program will expand from one barrel of Buffalo Trace to nine barrels sourced from established and up-and-coming distilleries nationwide. Additionally, in 2024, the beverage program will introduce a select bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery, the oldest continuously operating distillery in the U.S. … [Read more...]

2 MSC Cruises has launched Winter 2026-2027 sales, featuring getaways from four U.S. departure ports. The cruise line will deploy seven ships in the region, offering a variety of itineraries throughout the Caribbean, the Bahamas, and more. Key highlights of the season include: MSC World America: 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from Miami, with additional options on two other … [Read more...]

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. Appeared first on: Porthole.com … [Read more...]

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. Appeared first on: Porthole.com … [Read more...]

Cunard has announced a partnership with Sail4th 250, the non-profit organization coordinating the Port of New York and New Jersey’s celebrations for America’s 250th anniversary next year. The collaboration will have Cunard’s flagship, Queen Mary 2, at the center of the event, providing guests with a unique perspective on this historic occasion. Katie McAlister, President of Cunard, … [Read more...]

Oceania Cruises is launching its Riviera for its first season in Australia and New Zealand! Riviera will offer exclusive culinary-focused itineraries, allowing guests to explore local food through small-group shore excursions to markets, rice fields, and truffle farms, featuring Australia’s seafood and New Zealand’s lamb. RIVIERA‘S ITINERARIES The 2026 season runs from November 2025 to March … [Read more...]

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. Appeared first on: Porthole.com … [Read more...]

3 Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has officially launched Norwegian Aqua, welcoming its first guests aboard for her maiden voyage from Lisbon to Southampton, England. Over 2,000 invited guests will explore NCL’s latest innovations during this inaugural voyage, the first of a five-part series leading to the official christening in Miami in April. As the first vessel in the Prima Plus Class, Norwegian … [Read more...]

2 If you detest being dive-bombed by gnats and mosquitoes but can’t stand the smell of over-the-counter insect repellents, noted herbal medicine expert Gudrun Snyder has solved your problem — and then some. The respected CEO of Moon Rabbit Acupuncture has created a bug spray that doubles as a perfume/cologne. That’s wonderful news, what with cases of mosquito-borne diseases like West Nile virus on … [Read more...]

Seabourn will enhance exploration in Alaska this summer with an elite expedition team on every voyage. As Seabourn Quest begins its inaugural season in Alaska and British Columbia, guests will be guided by experts in natural history and wildlife. From May to September 2025, the expedition team will offer immersive experiences through the Ventures by Seabourn program, providing insights into the … [Read more...]

Porthole Cruise and Travel is excited to announce a whole new look for our website, Porthole.com! This redesign aims to enhance the user experience, placing the entire world of cruise and travel at your fingertips. Visitors can look forward to a friendlier site, organized intuitively so they can quickly find the information they need and get inspired to plan their next journey. With a modern … [Read more...]

MSC Virtuosa will introduce exciting new entertainment options this summer while sailing to destinations including the Norwegian Fjords, Northern Pearls cities, Canary Islands, and the Atlantic coast of Europe from its homeport in Southampton, UK. The highlight of the entertainment lineup is “Dirty Dancing: In Concert,” a live-to-film concert that brings the Lionsgate film to life with a full … [Read more...]

Rascal Voyages just launched its newest cruise in which guests learn about coral reefs, and even participate in conserving these precious and endangered marine systems. The 5-day conservation voyage explores the Indonesian area known as Raja Ampat, which contains a staggering 75 percent of all known coral species. That makes the region one of the most biodiverse places on earth.  Guests enjoy … [Read more...]

We love fresh seafood and cruising, so we were excited to board the Nieuw Statendam after learning about Holland America Line’s Global Fresh Fish Program. The cruise line claims to have contracts for fresh, sustainable fish in 60 ports worldwide, featuring 80 species available to guests depending on the region. Additionally, Holland America is the first global cruise line to earn Responsible … [Read more...]

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) took delivery of Norwegian Aqua, the 20th ship in its fleet and the first in the new Prima Plus Class, at the Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera, Italy. As Norwegian Aqua enters service, NCL celebrates the float out of Norwegian Luna. This marks the completion of the ship’s exterior work and its first contact with water. Norwegian Luna will then move to the dock formerly … [Read more...]