First came the delicious burgers, and then the delectable barbecued pork, and now there are distinctive tequilas to top it all off. Guy Fieri, the chef and Food Network celebrity who’s a restaurant partner with Carnival Cruise Line, has added Guy and Sammy’s Santo Tequilas to his mix of onboard delights. A Fieri-Hagar Brand Carnival Cruise Line and food partner Guy Fieri announced an … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Bringing Back Classic Option to Inform Guests
While many cruise lines have created dedicated apps to bring guests all the updated information about activities, entertainment, dining, and more during their cruise, some passengers prefer the more relaxed, traditional vibe of a paper newsletter. Carnival Cruise Line is now bringing back its classic Fun Times newsletter, to be delivered to guests’ staterooms on each evening of their … [Read more...]
Singapore Dry Dock Nearing End for P&O Cruise Ship
Pacific Encounter, a cruise ship from P&O Cruises Australia, has almost completed its dry dock in Singapore and will soon re-enter service with two exciting new attractions. The cruise line shared some images from the dry dock, showing a clean and almost new-looking Pacific Encounter. The Grand-class cruise ship will resume regular service on February 25, with a repositionings cruise … [Read more...]
Princess Cruises Details 2024 Japan Itineraries
Princess Cruises will return to Japan in 2024 with a spring and summer series of voyages roundtrip from Tokyo aboard Diamond Princess. The line also unveiled a new cruise itinerary that includes a North Pacific crossing from Tokyo on Royal Princess, making her the first Royal-class ship to operate in the region. Diamond Princess Homeporting in Tokyo Princess Cruises is about to begin … [Read more...]
Costa Rica Unveils Plans for New Cruise Terminal
Costa Rica is preparing to unveil a new cruise terminal in Puerto Limón, promising visitors an experience they will never forget. Puerto Limón, situated on the Caribbean coastline of Costa Rica, has long been a favorite destination for cruise passengers, although facilities were somewhat lacking. The terminal’s exterior will undergo a significant redesign. At the same time, investments … [Read more...]
Cruise Ship to Help Shelter Earthquake Refugees in Turkey
Miray Cruises’ Gemini will be used as a temporary shelter for refugees after the devastating earthquake that struck Turkey on February 6, 2023. The vessel has a history of relief work and will be docked at the Port of Iskenderun, Turkey, while housing refugees, many of whom are families with children. Ship to Serve as Emergency Shelter Gemini is a 19,093-gross-ton vessel with the capacity … [Read more...]
Port of Montreal to Expand Cruise Infrastructure
The Port of Montreal is looking to invest heavily in its infrastructure on the Island of Montreal, with a new five-year investment plan that will earmark over $335 million. The investment includes installing shore power for cruise ships. The cruise terminal is a significant part of the port’s operations and has been a popular destination for cruise lines since its opening. The investments … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Teases New Addition to the Fleet
Carnival Cruise Line has unveiled a new feature to help guests stay up-to-date with the latest information about the upcoming Carnival Firenze. The ship is set to join the Carnival fleet in spring 2024, and this new tool will allow guests to register for updates on the ship’s itinerary and special sale promotions. Carnival Firenze will sail year-round from Long Beach, California, with … [Read more...]
Port Canaveral Juggling Cruise Ships and Rocket Launch Conflicts
With the increasing frequency of rocket launches from Florida’s Space Coast, Port Canaveral is working hard to ensure smooth sailing for ever more cruise ships from the central Florida homeport. With both the busiest spaceport in the United States and the world’s second-busiest cruise port trying to operate in the same space, it can be a challenge to protect launch windows and keep ships sailing … [Read more...]
Cruise Gratuities – Guide to Tipping on a Cruise Ship
When planning for your next adventure on the high seas, leave an opening in your budget for cruise gratuities. This is an expense that many travelers overlook when tallying the cost of a voyage. Yet, it can add hundreds of dollars to the final numbers and falls into the category of an important item for most passengers. In This Article… What Are Cruise Gratuities? Cruise gratuities are … [Read more...]
Who Owns Celebrity Cruises?
Celebrity Cruises is one the most famous and innovative cruise lines around. Celebrity Cruises draws in all types of people, from young adults to families, to enjoy a relaxed luxury cruise without luxury prices. But who owns Celebrity Cruises? In this article, you’ll learn who owns Celebrity Cruises, the history of this popular cruise line, and what to expect if you choose to take one of their … [Read more...]
Embarkation Delays for Royal Caribbean Sailing
Guests setting sail on Royal Caribbean International’s Serenade of the Seas today, February 18, 2023, were slightly delayed to starting their cruise, due to a medical debarkation from the previous sailing. Ultimately, the ship was delayed one hour in leaving Tampa, Florida, but the rest of the 4-night sailing should not be impacted. Embarkation Delayed for Medical Debarkation The February … [Read more...]
Norwegian Reaches Out to Passengers Regarding a Past Sailing
On February 17, Norwegian Cruise Line sent a letter to guests who are booked on the February 19 cruise aboard Norwegian Prima to inform them that two guests who sailed on the ship late last year were diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease after their travels. Although the guests’ diagnosis was likely not associated with their time aboard the ship, the cruise line is working with the Centers … [Read more...]
Cozumel Begins Year With High Number of Cruise Passengers
Cozumel, Mexico, has long been considered one of the world’s most popular cruise ports and a favorite destination for cruise passengers from around the world. In January 2023, Cozumel lived up to its reputation, welcoming over 400,000 cruise passengers and 106 cruise ships to its shores. These impressive figures represent a significant increase of 185% over the same period in 2022, signaling … [Read more...]
Cruise News Update: February 18, 2023
We’ve had some major stories from the past week, so here we are with another packed cruise news update, with coverage on Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, and MSC Cruises. In The Article… Cruise News Update Here we are with another busy cruise news update from the past week. We’ve got coverage on Royal Caribbean kickstarting construction on its second Icon-class mega-ship, … [Read more...]
Holland America Line Makes Family Cruises Amazingly Affordable
Just in time for Spring Break and summer vacations, Holland America Line is offering great value with their “kids cruise free” perk, valid on select April 2023 through April 2024 cruises. As an extension of wave season sales, this perk makes it even easier and more affordable for families to set sail on dream vacations to make memories to last a lifetime. The “kids … [Read more...]
Where Do Cruise Ships Go To Die? The Dismantling Process
After their extraordinary lives sailing passengers all over the world for exquisite cultural experiences, decommissioned cruise ships have to say farewell, too. Where do they go to be dismantled? In This Article… Why Do Cruise Ships Get Sent to Graveyards? Before the pandemic, cruise ships stayed in commission for a lot longer. Larger cruise companies sold their older ships to smaller … [Read more...]
Celebrity Cruises Becomes First Line to Earn Coveted Award
Five ships operated by Celebrity Cruises received Star Awards from Forbes Travel Guide, marking the first time that the rating service and online publication has recognized an ocean cruise line with its top honor. The 2023 resort-at-sea awards to Celebrity Cruises place the Royal Caribbean Group brand in good company, joining an exclusive collection of land-based luxury properties. Two … [Read more...]
Los Angeles’ New Cruise Terminal Plan Underway Again
After a three-year hiatus, the Port of Los Angeles is relaunching its efforts to build an additional passenger cruise terminal in San Pedro’s Outer Harbor. The plan has been in the works for over a decade and was paused due to the pandemic that essentially shut down the entire cruise industry. However, with the industry rebounding, the port is pushing forward with its proposal. New … [Read more...]
Norwegian Cruise Line Will Visit New Dominican Cruise Port
Norwegian Cruise Line will offer trips to Cabo Rojo-Pedernales, a new tourist destination, and cruise port in the Dominican Republic. The cruise line has included Cabo Rojo-Pedernales as one of the destinations for its January, March, and April 2024 itineraries, sailing from La Romana to Cabo Rojo, Curacao, Aruba, Bonaire, and more. The Pedernales-Cabo Rojo Tourism Development Project is … [Read more...]