Another new cruise ship is departing on its maiden voyage today. Royal Caribbean’s luxury cruise line, Silversea Cruises, saw their newest cruise ship enter service, the 12th in their fleet.Silver Nova embarks on her maiden voyage from Venice, Italy today, a week long cruise that will visit Piran, Slovenia; Zadar, Dubrovnik, Split, and Rovinj in Croatia; and Kotor, Montenegro. Silver Nova is the … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line is offering a “More=Merrier Sale” that has deposits as low as $25 per person on specific cabins. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and deals: Sign Up There’s never been a better time to book a family cruise on Carnival Cruise Line.  The cruise line has lowered cruise deposits when three or more guests stay in a cabin to just $25 each on cruises that … [Read more...]

A cruise port in the Caribbean is expecting a record breaking winter season coming up with more cruise ships visiting than ever before. Cruise Barbados announced that the 2023-2024 season will bring in 741,265 passengers on 407 ship visits that will take place from October through April. Cruise lines scheduled to visit Barbados include Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise … [Read more...]

As the cruise industry evolves, there are some things that you might not be able to do on cruise ships anymore in the future.  Some of these are nostalgic throwbacks to a bygone era and some are slow transitions just a few cruise lines are making.Photo Credit: Cruise Fever From environmental concerns to health and safety considerations, some of the once-familiar activities and practices that … [Read more...]

The world’s two newest cruise ships departed on their maiden voyages over the past few days.Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship, Norwegian Viva, set sail on her maiden voyage today when passengers boarded the ship for the first time.  Norwegian Viva is the second Prima class ship from NCL. The cruise ship is sailing a nine day cruise around the Mediterranean that starts in Trieste, Italy and … [Read more...]

Parking your vehicle right at the cruise port when going on a cruise can be the most convenient option compared to using off-site parking.You can walk right up to your terminal after parking, and after your cruise you can hop right into your car and head home quickly after disembarking. But you will pay a little extra for this convenience.  Sure, there are 3rd-party options for parking a mile … [Read more...]

A Carnival cruise ship on its way to the Caribbean altered course early yesterday morning to save a couple from their sailboat who were under distress. Carnival Cruise Line’s Mardi Gras was sailing 20 miles from Castle Island, Bahamas when they received a call from the Coast Guard about a couple who were on a sailboat who needed help. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line has kicked off a 72 hour sale on cruises that will run through August 10, 2023. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and deals: Sign Up Carnival calls themselves America’s Cruise Line since they sail from more ports in the U.S. than any other cruise line.  These latest cruise deals from Carnival is good on cruises over the next 7 months. Cruises that … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean has launched a two day sale on 10 cruise ships that include cruises to the Caribbean, Greece, Alaska, and the Mediterranean. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and deals: Sign Up This latest “Going, Going, Gone” sale from the world’s largest cruise line runs from August 8-9, 2023 and includes the following cruise ships: Anthem of the SeasEnchantment of the … [Read more...]

MSC Cruises is the world’s fastest growing cruise line and they are offering free perks on cruises to the Caribbean and The Bahamas. All MSC Cruises from Florida visit the cruise line’s private island in the Bahamas, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve.  The cruise line has ships sailing from Miami and Port Canaveral offering easy access to the Caribbean and The Bahamas. Our free cruise newsletter … [Read more...]

Cruise lines reward loyal cruisers with all kinds of perks and benefits.  When just starting out it can be a free beverage, discounts at the spa, or even priority boarding privileges.But the cherry on top for cruise loyalty programs is an actual cruise itself.  Some cruise lines will give you a free 7-night cruise after building up a certain number of loyalty points. Which cruise lines … [Read more...]

Celebrity Cruises has announced that Below Deck’s Captain Sandy Yawn will join sister Michelle Dunham and the two will serve as co-godmothers of the cruise line’s next new ship, Celebrity Ascent. Captain Sandy and Michelle will now join an illustrious group of admired, purposeful and inspirational women who hold the role of Godmother for a Celebrity Cruises ship. Our free cruise newsletter offers … [Read more...]

A cruise line is offering cruises to The Bahamas for two starting at $99, or $49.50 per person. Margaritaville at Sea Paradise in Freeport, Bahamas. Photo Credit: Cruise Fever Margaritaville at Sea, a cruise line that offers two night cruises to the Bahamas from the Port of Palm Beach, is offering their biggest sale ever with cruises starting at just $99 for two.  All cruises stop in Freeport … [Read more...]

Cruises offer the best vacation that money can buy. The value that cruises offer is unparalleled when you compare them to every other type of vacation that is available.Not all cruises are created equal and here are the worst cruises that you can take. Maiden Voyages The launch of new cruise ships bring excitement with new features, dining options, entertainment, and more. They also bring some … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean will once again offer fresh kosher meals during Yeshiva Week in 2024 on two of their cruise ships. The Kosher Fresh Dining Package will be available on three Royal Caribbean cruises and will cost $70 per day for adults, $35 for kids age 6-12, and those five and under will be free. Glatt kosher supervision will be done by Rabbi Dovid Weberman. Our free cruise newsletter offers the … [Read more...]

Costa Cruises, one of nine cruise line owned and operated by Carnival Corporation, will be hosting a chocolate themed cruise later this year on one of their ships. ‘ChocoCruise – Explore the World of Chocolate’ will take place on Costa’s newest cruise ship, Costa Toscana, on November 17-24, 2023. ChocoCruise 2023 will take guests on a gastronomical itinerary through the beautiful landscapes of the … [Read more...]

Norwegian Cruise Line took delivery of their newest cruise ship, Norwegian Viva, earlier today at a ceremony at the Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera, Italy. Norwegian Viva is the NCL’s second Prima class ship, the cruise line has four more debuting by 2028. Norwegian Viva has the three-story Viva Speedway and new dining concepts, most notably Indulge Food Hall-an open-air food market featuring 11 … [Read more...]

One of the world’s leading destination focused cruise lines has added new cruises to Tahiti in 2024/2025 that will visit boutique ports and off-the-beaten-track islands.(Photo Credit: Oceania Cruises) In addition to the new cruises to Tahiti, Oceania Cruises announced new exotic Caribbean sailings on the cruise line’s small ships.  The cruises will depart from Miami, Los Angeles, Papeete, and … [Read more...]

MSC Cruises, the world’s fastest growing cruise line, has unveiled 150 more itineraries that will set sail during the 2024-2025 winter season.MSC Cruises will have six cruise ships sailing to the Caribbean from Miami, Port Canaveral, New York, and Martinique. In addition, the cruise line’s newest ships will sail in the Mediterranean and Middle East. Three ships, including two Seaside Class ships, … [Read more...]

The dreaded last day of a cruise comes too soon.I never want a cruise to come to an end.  It’s always a bittersweet moment eating that last breakfast on disembarkation day and feeling the pull of reality from land. What should you do after your cruise is over? These tips will help. Photo Credit: Cruise Fever But there are a few things you should do right after your cruise is over to make the … [Read more...]

Seabourn, one of nine cruise lines owned by Carnival Corporation, took delivery of their newest expedition cruise ship, Seabourn Pursuit.Seabourn Pursuit, the line’s second ultra-luxury expedition ship, at the T. Mariotti Shipyard during its official handover ceremony. Seabourn Pursuit is the ultra-luxury cruise line’s second expedition ship, Seabourn Venture was added to the fleet last year. … [Read more...]

Crystal Cruises, one of the world’s finest luxury cruise lines, sailed their first cruise in 18 months under new ownership after going bankrupt in early 2022. In addition, the cruise line announced four new cruises ships that will debut over the next six years. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and deals: Sign Up Crystal Cruises has relaunched under A&K Travel Group and … [Read more...]

Over the past several weeks, two more Carnival Cruise Line ships received a perfect 100 health score during unannounced inspections. (Photo Credit: Andy Newman/CCL) The two Carnival cruise ships that received perfect health scores in recent weeks were Carnival Venezia and Carnival Conquest.  Carnival Venezia, the latest cruise ship to join Carnival’s fleet, was inspected after its very first … [Read more...]

Princess Cruises, one of the world’s leading premium cruise lines, is changing a few things regarding casual dining options on their cruise ships. These new changes will go into effect for cruises that depart on or after August 12, 2023. The cruise line is rolling out prix fixe dining at Vines, Salty Dog Pub, O’Malleys, Ocean Terrace, Planks, Steamers, Alfredo’s, and GiGi’s. These casual eateries … [Read more...]

The final stage of construction continues on Carnival Cruise Line’s next new ship, Carnival Jubilee, as the vessel receives the cruise line’s signature funnel. On Tuesday, cranes lowered the top of the funnel in place atop Carnival Jubilee, which is docked alongside the outfitting pier at Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany. The cruise ship’s crowning took place just a few days after it first hit … [Read more...]

Explora Journeys, a brand new luxury cruise line from MSC Group, will sail its first cruise next week after taking delivery of their first cruise ship, EXPLORA I.EXPLORA I will depart on her maiden voyage on August 1, 2023, a week long cruise to Iceland and Scotland from Copenhagen, Denmark. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and deals: Sign Up The luxury cruise ship will … [Read more...]

There are a few things you should avoid doing if you plan to enjoy the lido deck of a cruise ship — and who doesn’t?A little lido deck etiquette goes a long way. Image of Sky Princess. (Photo Credit: Cruise Fever) Check-in was a breeze. Your room was ready, your carry-on bags have been dropped off and you’ve made your way to the Lido Deck. Guy’s Burgers prepared the perfect burger (extra Donkey … [Read more...]

A Royal Caribbean cruise ship will host the first ever Comic-Con: The Cruise in early 2025 in what is promising to be the ultimate fan adventure. Comic-Con: The Cruise will set sail on February 5, 2025 on Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas. This four night cruise from Tampa, Florida will visit Cozumel, Mexico and will be a full ship charter. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line has launched a 72 hour sail that has cruises up to 40% off with sailings starting at just $239 per person. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and deals: Sign Up Carnival Cruise Line is the second largest cruise line in the world with 25 cruise ships in service. They offer sailings from more cruise ports in the U.S. than any other cruise line. For the next … [Read more...]

Holland America Line, one of nine cruise lines owned and operated by Carnival Corporation, has announced that they will start giving AARP members on board credit on most of their cruises.AARP members can now receive $50-$200 per stateroom in on board credit that can be used once guests are on the ship. Cruises can be booked through travel agents or directly through the cruise line to receive the … [Read more...]