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Passengers and crew of the the first American Queen Voyages cruise ship to dock in Escanaba received a warm welcome from local dignitaries and residents Sunday morning. A large crowd gathered at North Shore Marine Terminal & Logistics Dock — behind the Escanaba Public Library — to greet the American Queen Voyages cruise ship Ocean Navigator and its approximately 200 passengers to the city. By … [Read more...]

Have our travel agency partner get you a free quote for a Royal Caribbean cruise State of residence State Which ship? What type of cabin would you like? Where are you interested in cruising? Source: Royalcaribbeanblog.com … [Read more...]

Paris is always a good idea. Credit: Shutterstock Sponsored by Riviera Travel With the French capital within easy reach of the UK by plane or train, taking a river cruise from Paris is an appealing option with many fascinating points of interest along the route Our closest continental neighbour is a top choice for river cruising and Riviera Travel have the ship to take you there, so let’s … [Read more...]

The US State Department has revised and raised its travel warning advisory for Jamaica, urging travelers to reconsider visiting the popular Caribbean destination at this time due to increased crime. As of May 10, 2023, Jamaica is now listed as a Level 3 warning of the four-tier system, with only Level 4: Do Not Travel considered a more urgent warning. Jamaica Travel Advisory The advisory … [Read more...]

As the world embraces the digital age, Seabourn has seized the opportunity to enhance their guests’ experience by offering improved connectivity even in the most remote corners of the globe.  In an exciting development, Seabourn has announced the installation of SpaceX’s Starlink Wi-Fi technology on its two purpose-built expedition ships, Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit. This … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean’s Vision of the Seas has arrived at the Port of Baltimore!Vision of the Seas will offer year-round cruises from Maryland to the Bahamas, Bermuda, the Caribbean, and New England/Canada.“Baltimore continues to be a key gateway for Royal Caribbean, our guests, travel advisors and vacation memories,” said Vicki Freed, Royal Caribbean’s Senior Vice President of Sales and … [Read more...]

Seabourn is ready to set sail for a second luxurious Arctic season with Seabourn Venture, the line’s newest vessel and first purpose-built expedition ship, which will offer Arctic itineraries from June through August. These extraordinary voyages bring eager travelers to remove and astonishing destinations that make for once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Seabourn Venture Ready for the … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean International has made the exciting announcement that it will resume operations in China. The voyages will start with the Spectrum of the Seas, sailing from Shanghai starting April 2024. Also, in late 2024, Anthem of the Seas will be sailing in Asia for the first time. The return of Spectrum of the Seas to China is a significant milestone for the cruise industry in Asia. The … [Read more...]

How different is a Royal Caribbean cruise in Europe from one in North America?I asked myself that question when I booked my first cruise on the other side of the pond, sailing on Anthem of the Seas from Southampton.Royal Caribbean strives itself on providing as consistent an experience as it can across the fleet, but there are bound to be regional differences. In fact, cruises from Asia on … [Read more...]

by Donald Wood Last updated: 1:15 PM ET, Mon May 15, 2023 Villas of Distinction announced that its new travel advisor bonus commission will be paid upon deposit versus departure and the earnings have increased to up to $5,000.Travel advisors who book their clients with Villas of Distinction through May 31 for travel between now and December 31, 2024, … [Read more...]

Several years ago, former United States President Donald Trump compared the airports in the New York City area to third-world countries.While Trump took some criticism, he wasn’t that far off, as many American airports were decrepit and badly needed renovation or improvements. Thanks to a bipartisan infrastructure bill two years ago, many airports across the country used the influx of cash, or … [Read more...]

Portugal’s Douro River valley is one of Europe’s most spectacular river cruise regions, especially in autumn when the surrounding hills show off in hues of green and gold. To ensure guests can experience Portugal’s autumn magic and temperate climate, Emerald Cruises has extended their Douro sailing season with two additional sailing dates—November 18 and 25, 2023—of their popular eight-day … [Read more...]

When the DL&W railroad station was built in 1917 at the foot of Main Street, it brought passenger boats with travelers that bustled into the Queen City. More than 100 years later, tourism officials are hoping that will happen again, as the Erie County Harbor Development Corp. considers the DL&W site or one on the Michigan Pier for a new boat terminal catering to pleasure cruises on the … [Read more...]

Key West’s new city manager Al Childress got his first taste of the island’s great cruise ship debate during a special meeting on May 9 that packed city hall with pro-cruise ship business owners and anti-cruise ship activists. Childress called the meeting at the behest of The Key West Committee for Safer Cleaner Ships, which has led the three-year charge to reduce the number and size of cruise … [Read more...]

The cruises during the cruise tours seasons with be offering travelers the opportunity to experience the best European venture. Combined with many fun traditions, learning more about the backgrounds of the ships and getting to explore a world of cultures.The ships sailing out of Southampton, United Kingdom, in 2025, Sky Princess, Regal Princess and Emerald Princess, will be going on sale May 25, … [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...]

In commemoration of its 40th anniversary of providing fun-filled holidays in the Mediterranean Sea, Princess Cruises plans to showcase two of the line’s latest and greatest ships, Star Princess and Sun Princess, in the Mediterranean in 2025. Star Princess and Sun Princess Set to Cruise the Mediterranean In honor of its 40th year of sailing in the Mediterranean, Princess Cruises … [Read more...]

New Star Princess and Sun Princess Headline 2025 Europe Cruise & Cruisetour Season Princess Cruises Celebrates 40th Anniversary Sailing in the Mediterranean Princess Cruises is celebrating its 40th anniversary sailing the Mediterranean by featuring two of its newest and largest ships there in 2025 – Star Princess and Sun Princess. The 2025 cruises and cruisetours season offers … [Read more...]

Margaritaville at Sea has released enticing details about upgrades to their only ship, Margaritaville at Sea Paradise. The vessel is scheduled to enter dry dock on May 21, and will debut completely refreshed, rejuvenated, and upgraded on June 2. Among the upgrades are brand new dining venues with expanded menus, new entertainment and shows, state-of-the-art fitness upgrades, and updates to the … [Read more...]

Can you use your phone on an Alaskan cruise? Phone usage during a cruise is one of the most common questions that people have when they are ready to board the ship. These days our phones are so much more than just a way to call back home. They represent a way to keep up with our lives back in the real world, whether that be just checking email, posting on social media, or even checking in on … [Read more...]