Holland America Line is set to sail one of its most ambitious Grand World Voyages in 2026. The meticulously planned 132-day cruise will span all seven continents, including a special four-day Antarctic Experience. Details were announced today by President Gus Antorcha to 2024 Grand World Voyage guests aboard Zuiderdam, which is currently sailing in between Okinawa and Tokyo. The Grand World … [Read more...]
Why you should get your cruise cabin serviced in the evening instead of the morning
Should you ask to have your stateroom attendant make up your room in the morning or evening?Royal Caribbean switched to once-a-day cabin service in February 2023 for standard cabins, and that means you can choose morning or evening service instead of twice a day. If you're in a suite, you still get twice-a-day service.Every cabin gets assigned a stateroom attendant who is part of the ship’s … [Read more...]
Virgin Voyages cancels 2024/25 Australia season and Dubai cruise on Red Sea concerns
Virgin Voyages has cancelled its 2024/25 Australian cruise season, along with its two scheduled cruises from Dubai on the outward and inward repositioning cruises, due to security concerns in the Red Sea. Resilient Lady was due to sail in Australian waters for the 2024/25 summer season and would have featured a Dubai to Singapore cruise as part of her repositioning … [Read more...]
Riviera River Cruises’ New Ships to Sail Danube, Douro Rivers
Riviera River Cruises’ two new ships launching in 2025 will sail itineraries on Europe’s Danube and Douro Rivers. Riviera Radiance will be based on the Danube River and will sail six itineraries, including an itinerary exclusively for solo travelers and three holiday itineraries, while Riviera Rose will be based on the Douro River and will sail one itinerary. “We’re thrilled to announce that the … [Read more...]
MSC Cruises Offers A New Itinerary From the Spanish Canary Islands
MSC Opera will run 7-night itineraries with six ports of call between November 3, 2024, and March 16, 2025.The ship will depart from Santa Cruz de Tenerife and visit Las Palmas, Puerto del Rosario, Funchal, Santa Cruz de la Palma, and Arrecife before returning to Tenerife. The itinerary offers flexible embarkation options on specific days of the week. Extended stays in ports will allow cruisers … [Read more...]
MSC Cruises Offer A New Itinerary From the Spanish Canary Islands
MSC Opera will run 7-night itineraries with six ports of call between November 3, 2024, and March 16, 2025.The ship will depart from Santa Cruz de Tenerife and visit Las Palmas, Puerto del Rosario, Funchal, Santa Cruz de la Palma, and Arrecife before returning to Tenerife. The itinerary offers flexible embarkation options on specific days of the week. Extended stays in ports will allow cruisers … [Read more...]
MSC Cruises Offer Two New Itineraries From the Spanish Canary Islands
MSC Opera will run 7-night itineraries with six ports of call between November 3, 2024, and March 16, 2025.The ship will depart from Santa Cruz de Tenerife and visit Las Palmas, Puerto del Rosario, Funchal, Santa Cruz de la Palma, and Arrecife before returning to Tenerife. The itinerary offers flexible embarkation options on specific days of the week. Extended stays in ports will allow cruisers … [Read more...]
Cruise Industry Continues Strong Growth Post-Covid
The cruise industry is a major player in the global tourism industry, and it continues to grow year after year. The global cruise market was valued at $7.25 billion in 2021 and is expected to grow 11% from 2022 to 2028. The Profile of the Cruise Demographic Looking at the profile on the cruise industry, 4.8 million passengers took ocean cruises in 2022, with 1.75 million of those passengers … [Read more...]
Gwen Stefani Names Carnival Jubilee, Marking First Cruise Ship Christening In Galveston
Carnival Jubilee’s Naming Ceremony (Recorded Live) | Carnival Cruise Line The stars were out in Texas on Saturday as Carnival Cruise Line celebrated the naming of its new flagship Carnival Jubilee, global music superstar Gwen Stefani was honored as the ship’s godmother, and Feb. 24 was declared “Carnival Jubilee Day” by Galveston Mayor Craig Brown – all on the same day that … [Read more...]
St. Croix’s Cruise Ship Calendar Heats Up: 41 Scheduled Visits Through September
The V.I. Port Authority has announced an update to the schedule for calls at the Ann E. Abramson Marine Facility through September, with 41 cruise ships set to grace the shores of St. Croix. The lineup promises to inject vibrancy and economic activity into the local tourism sector. Highlighting the diversity of the visiting vessels, the schedule includes the elegant Marella Discovery, the … [Read more...]
Norwegian Dawn: Mauritius says cruise ship can dock after cholera scare
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Carnival Cruise Line Provides Insight on New Elevator Usage
Elevators can be the scenes of much drama onboard a cruise ship, but Carnival Cruise Line is seeking to help guests better understand the new smart elevators onboard updated ships with video tutorials. The new elevators are intended to smooth floor-to-floor operations by assigning the appropriate elevators to different parties, ensuring enough space and faster service. Smart Elevator … [Read more...]
Thousands stranded on Norwegian Dawn cruise ship hit by possible cholera outbreak
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10 Cruise Excursion Rules I Always Follow
When you book a cruise, your time spent off the ship is just as important as your time spent on it.Shore excursions can make or break a cruise for many people. Getting a few things right ahead of time will not only save you money. It will save you from a bad experience as well. Photo Credit: Cruise Fever I hear many first-time cruisers booking a cruise because of the amazing itinerary. … [Read more...]
Cruise Line’s World Cruise Features 4-Day Antarctic Visit
Holland America Line has announced the details of its 2026 world cruise, which will visit all seven continents and provide guests with extended stays in the most popular ports. Guests can make deposits for the 132-day adventure, which features a voyage through the Antarctic, beginning February 26, 2024. Volendam World Cruise Features 9 Overnight Stays Holland America Line’s Volendam will … [Read more...]
Gwen Stefani Names Carnival Jubilee
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Holland America Line Reveals 2026 Grand World Voyage Highlights
Julie Bouchner Julie Bouchner 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...]
Carnival Cruise Line Details Special Dining Options Every Night
In an effort to make the dining experience easier for everyone, Carnival Cruise Line has now put together a “Featured Gluten Free” menu for each evening in the Main Dining Room. This gives guests a smoother, more convenient way to meet their dining requirements without risk of contamination. While Carnival Cruise Line has always offered gluten-free items on its menu, it has occasionally … [Read more...]
Swan Hellenic Shares Cultural Expedition Cruises to the Mediterranean
Swan Hellenic has announced details of its 2024 cultural expedition cruises in the Mediterranean aboard SH Diana. The four cruises will explore various destinations, offering a unique and enriching experience.“We are excited to reveal our 2024 Mediterranean cruises aboard the luxurious SH Diana,” said Swan Hellenic Chief Commercial Officer Patrizia Iantorno. “With its rich history, stunning … [Read more...]
Cruise Ship Will Visit All Seven Continents on One Cruise in 2026
A Holland America Line cruise ship will visit all seven continents on one 132 day cruise in 2026 the cruise line announced today. The cruise will take place on Holland America Line’s Volendam and includes a four day Antarctic Experience. This roundtrip Grand World Voyage from Port Everglades will visit 47 ports, 39 countries, and all seven continents. The cruise will overnight in the following … [Read more...]