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Disney Magic is now showcasing brand new entertainment options based on recent popular Disney movies, as Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Encanto” and Disney and Pixar’s “Soul” are coming to life on the high seas. The new entertainment productions, as well as upgrades to the ship’s concierge accommodations, were introduced during Disney Magic’s recent drydock. Newest Entertainment for the … [Read more...]

When asked what the best Alaska cruise ports are, this writer (as a former resident) would say…well… all of them! In addition to the majesty of the wilderness and the depth of human cultures, each of them has something special. Let’s explore 14 favorite ports of call on a cruise to Alaska: In This Article… Ketchikan One of the best Alaska cruise ports is considered the “1st city” of … [Read more...]

Norwegian Cruise Line has reached out to guests booked on the May 12, 2023 sailing of Norwegian Gem that the ship will not be calling to Venice, Italy as planned, but will instead remain overnight in Trieste. This can be very disappointing to guests who had looked forward to visiting the iconic city, and little explanation is given as to why the change has been made. Norwegian Gem Not … [Read more...]

As Carnival Cruise Line celebrates Cinco de Mayo onboard its ships today, the cruise line recognizes Mexico’s vital role in its success. With over three million guests expected to sail to Mexican ports this year and projections of 3.5 million by 2024, Carnival’s commitment to Mexico continues to flourish.  A significant number of Carnival’s cruise ships sail to Mexico each week, … [Read more...]

American Cruise Lines christened the American Jazz and American Serenade on opposite sides of the country on May 3, 2023. The two ships are part of the brand’s six American Riverboats.The American Serenade was christened in Vidalia, Louisiana. U.S. Representative for Louisiana’s 5th congressional district Julia Letlow christened the ship on the Mississippi River. The American Jazz was … [Read more...]

by Patrick Clarke on May 5, 2023 Last updated: 3:05 PM ET, Fri May 5, 2023 The World Health Organization (WHO) declared an end to the COVID-19 global health emergency on Friday.WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated that the pandemic "has been on a downward trend" for more than a year. Among the temporary recommendations issued by the … [Read more...]

Filippos Venetopoulos is the CEO of Variety Cruises, a leading family-owned small-ship cruise line. His grandfather founded the brand over a half century ago, and he is the third generation to lead Variety Cruises. As a 37-year-old CEO, Filippos brings a progressive and passionate perspective to the brand. He is committed to sustainability and gender diversity at Variety Cruises. Filippos … [Read more...]

Azamara has unveiled 11 celebrations that are guaranteed to be “AzAmazing”! There will be three World Voyage events that will take place on Azamara Onward’s World Voyage, giving guests the exclusive opportunity to be one of the first to join in on the celebrations. Departing on January 5, 2024, from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, get ready to explore unique destinations across the globe!“Having … [Read more...]

This week was filled with exciting updates and developments surrounding Royal Caribbean cruises. In addition to updates regarding Utopia of the Seas during the company's budget call, a strong first quarter, and the reopening of the Chinese cruising market, it was announced that the highly anticipated Icon of the Seas is nearing sea trials! Plus, construction is continuing with the adults-only … [Read more...]

MSC Cruises’ 4,000-guest MSC Seaside received a failing score on her most recent inspection by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The health agency’s report details a slew of infractions and provides corrective actions that the ship, homeported at Port Canaveral, Florida, should undertake. MSC Seaside Earns Low Score of 67 An inspection report dated April 27, 2023, … [Read more...]

Ahead of the 25th Anniversary her maiden voyage, the Disney Magic is fresh out of a 21-night dry dock in Freeport, Bahamas. The fleets first ship spent most of the time out of the water for routine cleaning, paint, and upgrades. Leading up to the dry dock, Disney Cruise Line was quiet, only mentioning they would be converting a block of staterooms on deck 8 to concierge level. Marking today, as … [Read more...]

MSC Cruises has announced an extension of the line’s global partnership deal with Formula 1.The announcement was made last night ahead of the Formula 1 Grand Prix today. MSC Cruises will remain the Official Cruise Partner of Formula 1 until the end of the 2026 FIA Formula 1 World Championship. “Formula 1 and MSC Cruises are great partners on many levels, and our successes are founded in … [Read more...]

The cruise line said the change in leadership will take place in August.   Source: Travelpulse.com … [Read more...]

MSC Cruises has announced an extension to its global partnership with Formula 1. The announcement was made ahead of the Miami Formula 1 Grand Prix, which takes place this weekend.  The partnership extension means that MSC Cruises will remain the Official Cruise Partner of Formula 1 until the end of the 2026 FIA Formula 1 World Championship. It also means guests sailing on MSC Cruises ships … [Read more...]

Have you ever wanted to travel to the twin city island of St. Croix? Well now is your chance! Join Bill Panoff CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel as he takes you around the island filled with Caribbean culture and history. The island is home to some amazing restaurants and bars, so you will have plenty of options when it comes to dining and nightlife. Spend your day … [Read more...]

What is there to do at Perfect Day at CocoCay? And what can you do for free? The better question is what can’t you do? Since Royal Caribbean renovated the island, it’s become a premier destination in The Bahamas and hugely popular among visitors (roughly 11,000 per day!). CocoCay has an amazing amount of things to do, with something for everyone. Whether you want thrills or to just … [Read more...]

Average fuel costs are falling as travelers prepare to hit the road.   Source: Travelpulse.com … [Read more...]

Cunard Line celebrated the float out of their next new ship that will debut next year, Queen Anne. Cunard celebrated a momentous construction milestone today with the float out of Queen Anne at the Fincantieri Marghera shipyard in Venice, Italy. Queen Anne will be the 249th ship that will sail under the Cunard flag. The vessel will sail her maiden voyage on May 3, 2024 from Lisbon, Portugal. Our … [Read more...]

Cunard has announced Katie McAlister as the next president of the cruise line. Effective come August, McAlister will join the Southampton-based Cunard. She is currently the chief marketing officer for UK & Ireland at TUI, where she has worked for 20 years.“We are delighted to have someone of Katie’s calibre join Cunard at this vital time of expansion, said Sture Myrmell, Carnival UK … [Read more...]

I recently participated in my first-ever Royal Caribbean Blog Group Cruise, and it was so much more fun than I expected.Long before I was a writer for Royal Caribbean Blog, I was a fan. It was actually my husband that discovered the blog, and we were impressed with the accuracy of the information and enjoyed the live streams and videos.A couple times a year, Royal Caribbean Blog hosts a group … [Read more...]