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Cruising is among the most popular ways to see the world. Unpack once and take in the sights of the world’s rivers and seas from your floating hotel, all while enjoying top-notch entertainment, dining and amenities. More than a dozen new vessels are introduced each year, making the sheer variety of cruises overwhelming. To help narrow it down, we asked a panel of cruise industry experts to … [Read more...]

Disney Cruise Line has announced a new sweepstake in honor of the live-action “The Little Mermaid,” which swims into theaters on May 26. At the same time “The Little Mermaid” premieres on land, it will premiere on every ship of the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Sweepstake winners will be able to sail on the Disney Wish for the premiere week. Fans can enter the Little Mermaid Sweepstakes now through … [Read more...]

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MIAMI’S NEWEST MEGASHIP—MSC WORLD AMERICA—TO USHER IN A NEW WORLD OF CRUISING, NOW AVAILABLE TO BOOK MSC World America will offer sailings from Miami to the Caribbean starting April 2025 MSC Cruises’ second pioneering World-Class ship will feature new experiences and venues tailored to the North American cruise market, including a brand-new family experience – The Harbor The ship will be … [Read more...]

Cruise lines regularly update their restricted and prohibited items lists to incorporate new items of concern or new technology that might be problematic aboard ships, but Norwegian Cruise Line has recently added a very popular and long-standing cruise staple to its list. According to the updated list, guests may no longer bring fans onboard any Norwegian ship. Fans Now Prohibited on Norwegian … [Read more...]

This week, Saga has officially launched its full range of 2024 ocean cruises with 48 all-inclusive itineraries now available. New for 2024, Saga has revamped its UK travel package and the included return chauffeur service has now been extended to 300 miles from the departure port (previously it was 250 miles). Those guests who live further afield and choose to join the cruise via a domestic flight … [Read more...]

As it prepares for the debut of “Fun Italian Style,” Carnival Cruise Line announced today that its President Christine Duffy and Chief Culinary Officer Emeril Lagasse will welcome guests aboard Carnival Venezia’s first sailing departing Barcelona on May 29, 2023, and they will sail for the first part of the cruise. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and interact with them while experiencing … [Read more...]

Disney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism Board today announced magical cruise vacations to Southeast Asia for the first time, revealed by Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro and Singapore’s Minister for Transport and Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations, S. Iswaran. Under a recently signed Memorandum of Understanding, Disney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism Board agreed … [Read more...]

Today, MSC Cruises has opened sales for its newest megaship, MSC World America!Launching in April 2025, the LNG-powered ship will be MSC Cruises’ second World Class ship and will offer sustainable cruising with “new immersive and unique experiences at sea.” MSC World America will sail from Port Miami exclusively to the Caribbean with 7-night itineraries during her inaugural season. Port Miami, MSC … [Read more...]

After a tumultuous three years marked by intermittent cruise suspensions and COVID-19 restrictions, Hong Kong is ready to reestablish itself as Asia’s premier cruise hub. The Hong Kong Tourism Board revealed that the city had secured over 160 ship calls from 16 cruise lines for 2023, signaling a full recovery.  As the city’s tourism sector bounces back, Hong Kong is set to capitalize on … [Read more...]

Disney Cruise Line has announced that it will homeport in Asia for the first time, with its new cruise ship (the former Global Dream) to be based in Singapore from 2025. Disney Cruise Line acquired Global Dream from Genting Hong Kong earlier this year during the group’s liquidation, with the ship due to be the seventh in the Disney fleet and the largest it has ever operated. Her fleet mate World … [Read more...]

Antarctica is one of the most remote and pristine places on Earth, and an Antarctica cruise to this icy, polar continent is an adventure like no other.But there are some things you should know before you sail to this incredible place. Photo Credit: Antarctica Cruise © Adfoto | Dreamstime.com Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast, an explorer who loves rugged landscapes and towering mountains, or … [Read more...]

The British cruise line P&O Cruises has announced that it will be updating guest areas on its adults only ships, Arcadia and Aurora. The changes, which are due to be completed by May 2023, will include new balcony furniture, new chairs in cabins, as well as new furniture on the ship’s open deck areas. On Arcadia, the Neptune Pool will also see considerable investment with new lounge chairs, … [Read more...]

MSC Cruises has officially opened sales for bookings on its new-build MSC World America, the second of the line’s World-class vessels slated to enter service in April 2025. The ship is under construction at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in France and will be home-ported in Miami. MSC Mega-Ship to Cruise Caribbean, Bahamas MSC Cruises, the Italy-based cruise line that’s been making … [Read more...]

Two VIPs will be joining Carnival Venezia‘s first transatlantic crossing as the revitalized “Carnival Fun Italian Style” ship will make her way from Barcelona to New York for the first time. Both the cruise line’s president, Christine Duff, and chief culinary officer, Emeril Lagasse, will be on the ship’s May 29, 2023 sailing. Top Names to Sail on Carnival Venezia Two high-profile Carnival … [Read more...]

When it comes to cruising, the cost of parking often catches people by surprise. For instance, the cost of parking at the Port Everglades cruise port in Fort Lauderdale runs $15 per day. On a 7-day trip, you’re spending over $100 on parking alone before you even step onto the ship. But here’s a money-saving tip: If you are staying in the area the night before your cruise, many hotels … [Read more...]

Today, Disney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism announced Southeast Asia as the newest cruise destination. This reveal came from Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro, and Singapore’s Minister for Transport and Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations, S. Iswaran. Under the signed Memorandum of Understanding, Disney Cruise Line and the Singapore Tourism Board plan to … [Read more...]

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Disney Cruise Line has announced that an upcoming brand-new vessel will be homeported in Singapore for at least five years, offering a variety of itineraries throughout Southeast Asia. The Memorandum of Understanding for the positioning was signed on March 29, 2023, and the ship will begin sailing in 2025. New Disney Ship to Sail From Singapore In collaboration with the Singapore Tourism … [Read more...]

I just returned from a 4-night spring break cruise on Celebrity Silhouette. This was my first cruise on Celebrity Cruises and it really impressed me!I'd always wanted to try a Celebrity cruise, especially as a longtime cruiser with Royal Caribbean. The adult-focused atmosphere onboard Celebrity cruise ships has been the biggest draw for me. However, I've found Celebrity Cruises to usually be … [Read more...]