Princess Cruises is kicking off the month of June with new two cruise deals that include up to 40% off vacations on their ships. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and deals: Sign Up These two new cruise deals from Princess Cruises, one of the world’s leading premium cruise lines, start today June 1, 2023. The first deal that Princess is offering is up to 40% off cruise … [Read more...]

A new mega cruise ship that will homeport in Miami completed a construction milestone this week with a coin ceremony at the shipyard. MSC World America will debut in Miami in 2025 and will be the largest non-Royal Caribbean cruise ship to sail from the U.S. This 215,000 gross ton cruise ship will offer weeklong cruises to the Caribbean. The 22 deck cruise ship will feature 2,626 cabins and more … [Read more...]

A Carnival cruise ship has departed from Barcelona, Spain and is now making its way to the the U.S. for the first time.Carnival Venezia recently was transferred over to Carnival Cruise Line from sister line Costa Cruises. After spending some time in dry dock being converted over to a Carnival Fun Ship, the vessel is now on its way to New York City. Carnival Venezia departed from Barcelona on … [Read more...]

“Good shoes take you good places.” – Seo Min HuynEmbarking on a cruise is an exciting experience—visiting picturesque destinations, enjoying luxurious amenities, and experiencing a range of activities. But as you pack your suitcase for this great adventure, it’s crucial to not overlook the importance of selecting the right shoes. What shoes should you pack for a cruise? Here are some great … [Read more...]

A Carnival cruise ship returns to service today after spending the last month in dry dock getting a refurbishment.Carnival Pride returns to service today and kicks off Carnival Cruise Line’s 2023 European cruise season. The cruise ship is sailing for the first time with Carnival’s news red, white, and blue livery. Carnival Pride had been in dry dock since April 28 receiving a bow to stern … [Read more...]

P&O Cruises, one of nine cruise lines owned and operated by Carnival Corporation, has added four new drink packages that are rolling out on their ships.The new drink packages from P&O Cruises can be purchased up to three days before embarkation and within the first two nights on board the ship. The four new drink packages are as follows: The Refresh drinks package Price before the cruise: … [Read more...]

If you’re going to book an interior cabin on your cruise, you will want to make the most of your windowless stateroom.These cabins are beloved by regular cruisers as they offer the cheapest way to cruise, allowing them to sail as often as time will allow. Interior cabin on Symphony of the Seas. Photo Credit: Cruise Fever In this article I’m going to cover some inside cabin hacks that will make … [Read more...]

Viking announced new cruises to the Arctic in 2025 on their two expedition ships, Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris. Viking today announced three new summer season expedition voyages in the Arctic. Debuting in July 2025, the new itineraries, which range from 13 to 27 days, explore the polar north in Canada and Greenland, with two of the three voyages visiting the Canadian High Arctic. For more … [Read more...]

When the largest cruise ship ever built (Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas) debuts in early 2024, it will have more than 20 dining options to choose from including the cruise line’s first food hall.Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas will be the cruise ship ever when the vessel debuts in 2024 Icon of the Seas will have Royal Caribbean favorites like Chops Grille and Sorrento’s to new restaurants … [Read more...]

Certain areas of a cruise ship can get a little crowded.  And for those who want more solitude while on vacation it can be difficult to truly “get away”.Factors like the time of day, daily activities, and ship-design bottlenecks can all contribute to a feeling of being crowded while at sea. In this article will look at the best ways to avoid the crowds and enjoy a claustrophobia-free … [Read more...]

15 cruise ships on nine different cruise lines have received perfect 100 health scores on surprise inspections this year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) randomly inspect cruise ships that sail from U.S. ports. The Vessel Sanitation Program from the CDC is to determine how well ships are operating and to check the sanitation standards on board each vessel. During the surprise … [Read more...]

Viking, the world’s largest river cruise line, has announced that they will start offering year-round river cruises on the Rhine River starting later this year. This new 10 day Middle Rhine itinerary will run from December 2023 through March 2024, a time when landmarks experience fewer crowds. Viking will become the first cruise line to offer year-round cruises on the Rhine in Europe. Our free … [Read more...]

A cruise line is offering three free nights on select cruises to Europe in 2023 in addition to a 50% savings on one guest. Azamara, one of the world’s leading destination focused cruise lines, is offering three free nights on select cruises to Europe this year. In addition to the three free nights, there is a 50% savings on one guest and $750 in credit to spend once on the cruise ship. Our free … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line has launched a 72 hour sale on cruises that they are calling their “Dockbuster Sale”. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and deals: Sign Up For 72 hours, Carnival Cruise Line has lowered prices that now start at just $219 per person. Carnival sails from more U.S. ports than any other cruise line and offers a wide variety of three to seven night … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises have both changing the deposits that guests put down when they book a suite on one of their cruise ships. This change for both cruise lines will go into effect on June 1, 2023 and will be as follows. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and deals: Sign Up Royal Caribbean’s new suite deposit will be 10% of the cruise fare per guest. If the … [Read more...]

Cruise lines are offering a number of hot deals on cruises right now. From the second person in a cabin sails free to free drink packages, airfare, WiFi, and more, there’s never been a better time to book a cruise.If you’re looking at booking a cruise, here are the 7 hottest cruise deals being offered by cruise lines. 2nd Guest Sails Free to Alaska – Celebrity Cruises is offering a special one … [Read more...]

The weeks leading up to a cruise are filled with excitement, but as embarkation day approaches, packing for this great adventure can seem like a daunting task.You must decide not only what you need to bring but also how much to pack. Should you bring extra sneakers or sandals? Is a ballgown really necessary for formal night? Is there room in your suitcase for just one more swimsuit? These 10 steps … [Read more...]

A cruise line is offering a flash sale on cruises to Alaska where the second guest in a cabin sails for free.  The sale is now live and will run through May 25, 2023. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and deals: Sign Up Celebrity Cruises is offering a one week sale on cruises to the 49th State. This sale is good on 12 week long cruises on Celebrity Millennium that … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean has announced new cruises in Asia in 2024 with two Quantum class cruise ships sailing in the region.Royal Caribbean will once again be offering cruises from China in 2024 when Spectrum of the Seas homeports in Shanghai. The cruise ship will sail four and five night cruises to Japan with port stops in Fukuoka, Okinawa, Nagasaki, Osaka, and Tokyo. Spectrum of the Seas will also sail … [Read more...]

Princess Cruises has announced new cruises to the Panama Canal in 2024-2025 on three of their cruise ships. Coral Princess in the Panama Canal The three Princess ships will offer a total of 26 cruises to the Panama Canal will 24 transits through the new locks and 13 transits through the historic locks. The cruises will visit a total of 23 ports in 11 countries. One of these cruises is a new 12 day … [Read more...]

When Explora Journeys’ first cruise ship (Explora I) debuts in a few months, the vessel will have a 3,000 sq. ft. Owner’s Residence that will be the best cabin on board the ship.The Owner’s Residence will be a luxurious living space that spans over 280 sqm (3,014 sq ft), comprising a spacious suite area of 155 sqm (1,668 sq ft) and a 125 sqm (1,345 sq ft) outdoor terrace, complete with an infinity … [Read more...]

You started your packing list weeks ago and finally finished putting everything into the suitcase last night. The drive to the port has been a long one. You’ve waited all morning and stood in line with the masses to board your ship.Photo Credit: Cruise Fever Your cruise vacation has begun and the next week will be full of sand and sun. The boarding process went smoothly and you find yourself … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line has announced that Carnival Venezia will sail from Port Canaveral for the winter 2024-2025 season. It will be the first time the cruise ship homeports in Florida and will offer cruises to The Bahamas and the Caribbean. Carnival Cruise Line has opened for bookings Carnival Venezia cruises from Port Canaveral. The ship will sail its first cruise from the port on December 18, … [Read more...]

Packing for an Alaskan cruise is a totally different experience than packing for a Caribbean cruise. While you may have packed for hotter weather climates before and are possibly a pro at it, don’t forget to adequately prepare for Alaskan weather.Photo Credit: Alaska Cruise © Michael Klenetsky | Dreamstime.com The weather in Alaska can be a tricky thing. It’s not abnormal for a day to start cold … [Read more...]

A U.S. cruise port kicked off what will be their biggest season ever when a Carnival cruise ship sailed the first of 26 cruises from the port. Our free cruise newsletter offers the latest cruise news and deals: Sign Up Carnival Cruise Line will sail more passengers from Norfolk, Virginia than ever before in 2023 now that Carnival Magic has relocated to the port. The cruise ship will welcome … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean has opened up more cruises in 2024-2025 for bookings as the cruise line will return two highly rated cruise ships from Australia.Quantum of the Seas and Ovation of the Seas will visit ports across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. Cruises between November 2024 and April 2025, the summer getaways, are now open for bookings. Quantum of the Seas – Cruising from Brisbane, … [Read more...]

Princess Cruises has announced that the name of their second Sphere class cruise ship that will begin offering cruises in 2025 will be named Star Princess. Star Princess will debut in August 2025 with an inaugural season in the Mediterranean. The cruise ship is currently under construction at the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy and will be 175,500 gross tons in size. Our free cruise newsletter … [Read more...]

You just booked a cruise.  Awesome!  Now, it’s time to get a few things done.I love that “I-just-booked-a-cruise” rush after securing a cruise vacation.  But besides celebrating and sharing the news with a few friends, there are some details you’ll want to get on top of before too much time goes by. Don’t forget to do these things after booking a cruise. Photo Credit: Cruise … [Read more...]

Margaritaville at Sea, a cruise line that offers two night cruises to the Bahamas, is adding multi-million dollar upgrades and features on their one cruise ship.Margaritaville at Sea Paradise in Freeport, Bahamas. Photo Credit: Cruise Fever In addition to the enhanced cruise ship, the cruise line is offering a buy one, get one free special with cruises starting as little as $169 per person if … [Read more...]

A cruise line sailed their first ever cruise from a U.S. port this week when one of their ships set sail from Port Canaveral. Marella Discovery docked at Port Canaveral’s Cruise Terminal 5. (Photo: Canaveral Port Authority) Marella Cruises sailed their first cruise from the U.S. when their ship Discovery departed on the first of 26 week long sailings from Port Canaveral. “We are excited to extend … [Read more...]