BOAT CRUISES TRIPS NEWS

A new cruise line will begin homeporting from Port Canaveral, Florida in May, but Floridians – and most US citizens – cannot set sail. Marella Cruises’ Marella Discovery will depart from the world’s busiest passenger cruise port for the first time on May 7, 2023, but the UK-based cruise line is not easy for US citizens to book, as it is geared primarily for British holiday-seekers. Marella … [Read more...]

Vaping has become increasingly popular. While it’s still debatable how different from cigarettes they are, they are subject to many of the same rules and restrictions. This begs the question: can you bring a vape on a cruise? In this article, we’ll clarify what exactly a vape is, whether you can bring one onto your next cruise, and the general guidelines to follow. In This Article… What … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line was named the Best Ocean Cruise Line in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.“The Best Ocean Cruise Line distinction is outstanding, and all the more so because it’s earned by the votes of USA Today’s readers. We are so grateful to them for choosing fun,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. “Our team members both on board and ashore work diligently to … [Read more...]

Cruise executives and destination stakeholders had an early check in for Seatrade Cruise Global yesterday evening when they embarked on the annual welcome event hosted by Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) – and sponsored by Port Everglades, ExcursionInsurance.com and Bacardi – at the Riverside Hotel in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. The function offered an intimate affair between FCCA Platinum … [Read more...]

Small ship line Windstar Cruises has added a new Formula 1® experience for its guests, this time at the final race of the 2023 season at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in November. The racing excursion is in addition to Windstar’s long-standing themed F1® cruise to the Monaco Grand Prix, with this year’s Rome & Prix du Monde of Monaco slated for May 21-28 aboard Windstar’s flagship: 342-passenger … [Read more...]

MarineXchange, the provider of the only fully integrated Enterprise Platform for the cruise industry, will be launching an “AI” based sales recommendation engine to increase revenues and guest experiences. Guests benefit from personalized recommendations for tours, spa, onboard activities, dining, add-ons, and packages. The guest’s profile, preferences, and history of past activities, together … [Read more...]

American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce the longest-ever domestic cruise itinerary. The company’s new 60-day adventure, called The Great United States, explores 20 states, and spans all four time zones in the continental U.S. As the country approaches its semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of its independence, the new cruise honors America’s living history, and enduring legacies from … [Read more...]

TUI Cruises, a joint venture between TUI AG and Royal Caribbean Group, said it would set up a Destinations department for its contemporary market Mein Schiff brand, effective immediately. “Responsible for this change are Dennis Tetzlaff, Vice President Fleet Operations & Newbuild, and Denis Wiechert, Vice President Product Management & Guest Experience. They developed the newly structured … [Read more...]

During a pre-Seatrade Cruise Global private event at Port Everglades, FL, on Sunday, Holland America Line previewed this year’s Alaska season, talked about sustainable seafood, offered a Chef Ethan Stowell cooking lesson, and discussed the trend of lengthy voyages. Hosted by Gus Antorcha, Holland America’s president, the special event for cruise-focused media unfolded on Nieuw Amsterdam. Travel … [Read more...]

American Cruise Lines has revealed The Great United States, the longest-ever domestic cruise itinerary setting sail between August and October 2024, between Portland, Oregon, and New York City. Spanning 60 days and covering 20 states across all four time zones in the continental US, this one-of-a-kind cruise adventure celebrates America’s rich history and natural beauty as the nation approaches … [Read more...]

This week’s special offers from Disney Cruise Line include sail dates from late-April through mid-September. Currently, there are just over 35 sail dates, available with special offers available across the majority of the fleet (expect the Wish and barely for the Magic) for sailings from Barcelona, Civitavecchia, Copenhagen, Miami, Port Canaveral, San Diego, San Juan, Southampton, and … [Read more...]

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMvYm83XElY] 2023 ASTA River Cruise Expo Aboard AmaWaterways Ships Luxury river cruise line AmaWaterways welcomed more than 550 travel advisors aboard three of its award-winning ships during the 2023 ASTA River Cruise Expo held in Budapest, Hungary March 15-18. AmaWaterways is on a continuous mission to offer travel advisors valuable first-hand … [Read more...]

Swan Hellenic today announced its cultural expedition cruises of Africa for 2023 as SH Vega reached the continent from Antarctica. Explorers with curious minds who demand the highest standards now have a choice of 9 extraordinary cultural expedition cruises between March and November 2023, ranging from 8 to 14-day voyages on the pioneering company’s elegant new 5-star ships SH Diana and SH Vega. … [Read more...]

Azamara celebrated its 2023 Tour Operator Awards ceremony yesterday, hosting over 36 companies and more than 80 participants at Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale during SeaTrade, to dive deeper into what Destination Immersion means to the cruise line, its guests, and the partners who make these experiences possible. The celebration honored the winners of the 2022 Destination Immersion experiences … [Read more...]

Nine times out of ten, the earlier you book a cruise, the more money you’ll save. No one wants to waste money, but unfortunately, booking a cruise just a few months later than another passenger onboard could see you spending hundreds of dollars more for the same cabin, sail date, and cruise ship.I recently sailed on Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas for a 7-night Western Caribbean cruise. I … [Read more...]

Earlier this morning, Brightline executives Patrick Goddard, Michael Cegelis, Tom Rutkowski, and several engineers led a behind-the-scenes tour of Basecamp, a state-of-the-art train maintenance facility in Orlando, Florida. According to Brightline, the $100 million facility has started commissioning new Brightline trains and servicing the existing ones. The facility will operate 24/7 and “employ … [Read more...]

UnCruise Adventures, a leading small ship cruise line, has announced the appointment of Silas Cheever as its new Vice President of Accounting & Finance. Silas Cheever, a seasoned financial professional with a wealth of experience in operations and finance, brings a deep understanding of financial systems and processes to his new role. Cheever succeeds CFO Eric Gier, a longtime executive of … [Read more...]

Carnival Corporation, the world’s largest cruise company, has released its business update for the first quarter of 2023, reporting a record-breaking quarter with exceptional booking volumes and strong financial performance. The company’s first-quarter revenue was almost equivalent to the levels achieved in 2019, and it exceeded its guidance for the quarter, surpassing expectations. Carnival’s … [Read more...]

Reservations for Swan Hellenic’s cultural expedition cruises of Africa for 2023 are now open. Travelers can choose nine cruises with eight to 14-day itineraries on board SH Diana and SH Vega between March and November. Each cruise will have world-renowned experts and experienced expedition guides.SH Vega’s Cruises OptionsSH Vega will offer four cultural expeditions as the ship makes her way … [Read more...]

Sailing MSC and wondering about the service charges — also known as gratuities — that you will see? Almost no matter which cruise line you sail, these daily charges are a part of life. MSC charges gratuities (also known as service charges) to most passengers on the ship. Here’s what to know. And the cost can be significant. In general, cruise lines charge between $14-$16 per … [Read more...]