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Princess Cruise Ship Addresses Outbreak as Over 100 People Become Ill
While cruise lines work hard to keep their guests and crew members safe and healthy, sometimes the spread of disease is inevitable when so many people from around the world are brought together in a confined space. Princess Cruises’ Sapphire Princess is the latest ship to report an outbreak of norovirus. Gastrointestinal Outbreak Aboard Sapphire Princess Norovirus, which can … [Read More...]
Key West Cruise Port: Piers, Things Nearby and Getting Around
Nestled within the southernmost point of the continental United States, Florida’s Key West is a tropical paradise that offers a uniquely laid-back lifestyle, culture, and some truly stunning natural beauty. Due to the unique shape of the archipelago, as well as its convenient proximity to the Gulf of Mexico, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Caribbean Islands, it is no wonder that the Florida Keys … [Read More...]
Carnival Ship Changes Itinerary for First Alaska Sailing of 2024
Carnival Luminosa‘s very first Alaska itinerary for the 2024 sailing season will not be the same as originally published. The cruise line has reached out to booked guests to advise them of the change. While the ship will be visiting all the planned ports of call (weather permitting), the exact times in those ports have been adjusted. Carnival Luminosa Itinerary Change On May 1, 2024, … [Read More...]
Oceania Cruises Debuts Mediterranean Itineraries For 2025
Oceania Cruises has announced its 2025 Mediterranean schedule, which includes voyages that will range from nine to 56 days in length. Nautica and Marina will offer voyages in the Mediterranean, Aegean, and Adriatic, visiting cities including Athens, Barcelona, Istanbul, Rome, and Lisbon. Other port calls on the schedule include resort towns such as Monte Carlo, Cannes, Positano, Sorrento, Tirana, … [Read More...]
Virgin Voyages Announces 2nd Annual ‘Virgin Celebration Voyage’ on All Three Ships
Virgin Voyages is calling fans of the Virgin brand and loyal guests to embark on its second annual Virgin Celebration Voyage. In honor of Virgin’s 50+ year history, guests will have the opportunity to sail on three special voyages across the brand’s fleet of Lady Ships. Featuring a lineup of guests that includes Sir Richard Branson himself as well as Boy George from Culture Club and a variety of … [Read More...]
Carnival Cruise Line’s Newest Italian Themed Ship Christened in Long Beach
Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ‘Italian Style’ ship Carnival Firenze has officially been christened at its new homeport in Long Beach, California. Hollywood actor Jonathan Bennett served as godfather, as he and Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy celebrated all things Italian with the help of a Broadway star, a Puccini aria, and a Catholic priest making a running jump onto the stage to … [Read More...]
Tallinn joins Miami-Dade on cleanup day – Cruise Europe
Ryan Jenkins, managing director of Travelife Certified Estonian tour operator Den Eesti, was surprised and delighted when approached by Miami-based Estonian celebrity The Mermaid/Lady Merle Liivand, during Seatrade Cruise Global, and asked to join in the annual Biscayne Bay Cleanup Day. Colleague Sirle Arro, head of marketing and communications for Port of Tallinn, says: “The event was ideal for … [Read More...]
New connections to Klaksvik, Faroe Islands, open it up for more calls – Cruise Europe
The building of tunnels to connect Klaksvik to its neighbouring islands in the Faroes is expanding its shore excursion offering, for example passengers can be hiking in the mountains within a 10 minute drive. Theresa Kreutzmann, managing director Visit Nordoy, says: “The infrastructure is changing completely because tunnels are opening this year, connecting the islands, so it will be easier to get … [Read More...]
Here are the cruise ships scheduled to visit Newport in 2024
Discover Newport, the official convention and visitors bureau for Newport and Bristol counties, has published the 2024 Cruise Ship Schedule for Perrotti Park. Larger ships anchor in the harbor and tender passengers to Perotti Park, while smaller vessels dock at the South Alofsin Pier at Fort Adams State Park. So far, sixty-three cruise ships are scheduled to visit Newport in 2024 via Perrotti … [Read More...]
“Virgin Celebration Voyage” Returns for Second Consecutive Year with Sir Richard Branson and Boy George at the Helm
Virgin Voyages is calling fans of the Virgin brand and loyal Sailors to embark on the company’s second-annual “Virgin Celebration Voyage.” In honor of Virgin’s 50+ year history, guests will have the opportunity to sail on three distinct voyages across the brand’s worldwide fleet of Lady Ships. Featuring an incredible line-up of guests – most notably, the man who started it all, Sir Richard … [Read More...]