This isn’t your average cruise packing list. These are things cruisers forget the most — things a lot of people don’t even think about until they actually need them on the ship.You already know to pack your toothbrush, swimwear, and sunglasses. There are other places to get a complete, comprehensive packing list. Here, we will focus on the often overlooked items. And even though I’ve been cruising … [Read more...]

Seabourn has announced several expedition voyages for summer 2024 and winter/spring 2025. In addition, travelers can explore several remote destinations, such as the South Pacific, Antarctica, the Arctic, Greenland, and Iceland, aboard the newly purpose-built expedition ships Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit. For the first time, the cruise line will also have an itinerary to the … [Read more...]

Seabourn has announced wide-ranging itineraries that its two ultra-luxury expedition ships will sail during summer 2024 and winter-spring 2025, including the cruise line’s first visit to the Kimberleys, a remote region of Western Australia. Seabourn launched its first expedition vessel, Seabourn Venture, in June 2022 and will debut sister-ship Seabourn Pursuit in spring 2023. Arctic to … [Read more...]

Leading the river cruise industry in innovation for more than 20 years, award-winning AmaWaterways always takes their guests’ feedback to heart. The line has an unwavering dedication to ensuring you are treated to an unparalleled experience complete with exquisite locally sourced food and wine, a variety of included excursions, nightly entertainment and so much more. With this in mind, they … [Read more...]

In honor of Yukon Heritage Day, Holland America Line (HAL) is running a special offer, which is available only to residents of California, Florida, Illinois, Texas and Ontario, on select 2023 Alaska Cruisetours to the Yukon. This limited-time offer will run through March 31, 2023.Qualifying guests who book select 2023 Denali and Yukon Cruisetours will receive $150 per person in bonus spending … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean wants to draw in adrenaline junkies with Thrill Island onboard their newest class of ships. When Icon of the Seas debuts in early 2024, she will be the largest cruise ship in the world, weighing an astonishing 250,800 gross tons with the capacity to carry nearly 10,000 passengers and crew members. She will be unlike anything anyone has ever seen before!Onboard this new cruise … [Read more...]

Disney Cruise Line has finally announced the loyalty benefits for Pearl level members of its Castaway Club program. The brand new tier is being introduced in time for the cruise line’s 25th anniversary this summer, celebrating guests who have sailed 25 magical cruise vacations. Pearl Tier Benefits Announced Disney Cruise Line has released details of the new Pearl level of its Castaway Club … [Read more...]

Julie Rosner Julie Rosner is the Digital Editorial Manager 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. Source: Porthole.com … [Read more...]

For many cruisers, enjoying cocktails and beer while on their trip is as important as the ports their ship will visit.Whatever the reasoning, the most important question to consider is whether or not a Royal Caribbean drink package is worth the cost. The Deluxe Beverage Package is usually around $70-$85 per day when pre purchased through the Cruise Planner. It is possible to snag it for … [Read more...]

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Step into luxury and escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life at the Biltmore Hotel, the iconic luxury Miami resort in Coral Gables! Hurry, paradise awaits!Porthole Cruise and Travel CEO Bill Panoff | Porthole Cruise and TravelHISTORY OF THE BILTMORE HOTELThe Biltmore provides the perfect combination of history, elegance, and modern comforts. Built-in 1926, this Mediterranean-style … [Read more...]

The former Sea Princess, which most recently sailed under charter for P&O Australia, has been put into drydock in China for a two-month refit and refurbishment ahead of entering into service with the Chinese cruise brand Foresee Cruises. The refit of the ship is being undertaken by the Xinya Shipyard, and if the first cruise ship project ever undertaken by the yard, reflecting China’s growing … [Read more...]

Celestyal Cruises is looking to cash in on the post-pandemic boom in cruise bookings with the acquisition of Holland America Line’s former cruise ship Ryndam. The 1993-built ship is currently laid-up in Greece. She was transferred from Holland America Line to P&O Australia in 2015 and renamed Pacific Aria and was then sold in 2021 to Cruise & Maritime Voyages. CMV was forced into … [Read more...]

Costa has released three new two-week itineraries in the Mediterranean aboard Costa Fortuna for 2023, taking in both the eastern and western Mediterranean, as well as Atlantic destinations such as the Canary Islands. The two-week itineraries mark the first time Costa Cruises has offered longer cruises of this type during the Mediterranean summer and reflects the cruise line’s ongoing interest in … [Read more...]

WHY IT RATES: New expedition destinations, including The Kimberley region of Australia, are all on offer for the luxury line's 2024-25 cruising seasons. — Lacey Pfalz, Associate Writer, TravelPulseSeabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury voyages and expedition travel, has unveiled a program of new exciting expedition voyages for summer 2024 and winter/spring 2025 on its two new purpose-built … [Read more...]

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Celestyal Cruises, the cruise line specializing in itineraries to the Greek Islands and the Eastern Mediterranean, acquired a new vessel as part of its fleet renewal program, to undergo a $21-million refurbishment before entering service.The new ship, called Celestyal Journey, will offer space for 1,260 guests and was originally built for Holland America Line. During its service with the line, the … [Read more...]

The record has been passed and Port Canaveral has taken over from PortMiami as the world’s busiest passenger cruise port. The news comes as the 2022 passenger totals have been released from the Florida Ports Council, and Port Canaveral tops out at over 4 million passengers, a slim margin over PortMiami’s 3.9 million. Busy Year for Port Canaveral While the year began slowly with cruise … [Read more...]

Atlas Ocean Voyages’ World Traveller, which debuted last year, will visit the Arctic, Norwegian Fjords, Iceland, and Greenland in the summer of 2023. “Our Arctic itineraries have been carefully planned so guests can immerse themselves in the destination,” said James Rodriguez, the Atlas Ocean Voyages’ president and CEO. “As this is the first season for World Traveller, explorers have the … [Read more...]

Celestyal Cruises has announced a major expansion of its fleet, adding Holland America Line’s former Ryndam to its fleet. The ship, which also had a stint operating for P&O Cruises Australia, will be renamed Celestyal Journey after an extensive $21-million refit in Piraeus, Greece. Celestyal Cruises, which specializes in voyages in and around the Greek Islands and Eastern Mediterranean, … [Read more...]