With Disney Treasure scheduled to debut in just over one year, both Disney fans and cruise fans are eager for details on the new ship. The cruise line has hinted at some of the ship’s possible theming and décor with a new teaser video featuring Captain Minnie getting ready to set sail. New Video Hints at Disney Treasure Disney Cruise Line has released a teaser video with Captain Minnie … [Read more...]

While Disney’s fleet may be small — with only five cruise ships total as of 2023 — there’s certainly a lot to love and a lot of magic across the entire Disney cruise ship family. The newest Disney Wish cruise ship is no exception, with Disney pulling out all the stops to wow cruising passengers.  The largest Disney cruise ship and the first of a brand-new class, Disney Wish offers frequent … [Read more...]

New details have been revealed about Icon of the Seas and the news is something to truly raise a glass to – new bars and lounges, including more themed venues, intimate spaces, and new-to-brand offerings never before seen on any Royal Caribbean ship. With fantastic options around the ship, guests will never lack for somewhere to quench their thirst. New Bars for Icon of the Seas Royal … [Read more...]

Sixthman, the creator of festivals and music cruises, announced two new themed sailings coming up in 2024, one produced in partnership with Stevie Van Zandt’s Renegade Circus and another featuring Kevin Smith and his popular View Askewniverse. Both will be held aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s 2,394-guest Norwegian Pearl. Calling Country Music Fans Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Venezia was officially registered with the Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) during a ceremony in Cadiz, Spain. The ship, set to sail from New York’s Manhattan Cruise Terminal later this year, promises to bring “Fun Italian Style” to cruising. Carnival Venezia Registration with Bahamas Maritime Authority Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Venezia officially joined … [Read more...]

Celebrity Cruises’ fifth Edge class ship will be outfitted with new power technology enabling her engines to run on multiple fuels, including the environmentally friendly methanol, as the line moves toward a carbon-free-cruising future. The upmarket line Celebrity Cruises, a brand of Royal Caribbean Group, announced on March 28 that technology firm Wärtsilä will design a so-called flex fuel … [Read more...]

Norwegian Cruise Line and the Miami Marlins major league baseball team have announced an exclusive partnership that will give both cruise fans and baseball fans multiple chances to win onboard credit for future cruises, as well as to win a free cruise vacation. As both organizations put fans front and center for great experiences, the partnership is sure to be a home run. Cruise Line and … [Read more...]

P&O Cruises has revealed a multi-million-pound investment plan for significant updates to its adult-only ships, Arcadia and Aurora. The refurbishments are set to be completed by May 2023, with more extensive refits scheduled for November 2024 and April 2025. Upgrades to Arcadia and Aurora P&O Cruises is set to invest heavily in improving guest areas on its adults-only ships, Arcadia … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line has sent out notices to guests booked on select sailings of Carnival Luminosa and Carnival Splendor that certain shore tours offered in Noumea will not be available due to recent shark attacks in the region. No onboard credit or other compensation is being offered and while the ships will still make their port of call visit, certain activities are curtailed for guests’ … [Read more...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

Carnival Valor rescued three stranded boaters on Sunday, March 26, 2023, after being alerted to the emergency situation by the United States Coast Guard. The incident happened in the morning on the second day of the ship’s sailing, as the vessel had departed New Orleans on Saturday, March 25 for a 5-night Western Caribbean cruise. Carnival Valor Rescue Carnival Valor was contacted by the … [Read more...]

Guests booked on upcoming Carnival Cruise Line sailings have spotted what may be a new Wi-Fi option for use during ports of call. At the moment, the option appears limited to certain ships and is not necessarily available for every sailing, but it may be undergoing testing for future rollout on more sailings and ships. Wi-Fi Hotspot Devices Available Carnival cruisers have noticed a new … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean International has reached out to guests on multiple sailings of Anthem of the Seas to notify them of itinerary adjustments, shortening the times the ship will spend in different ports of call. While the changes are relatively minor, multiple changes on a single itinerary can add up significantly. Anthem of the Seas Port Time Modifications Guests booked on different sailings … [Read more...]

The Carnival Panorama arrived late in Long Beach, California, following a seven-night Mexican Riviera cruise. The ship was delayed due to adverse weather conditions that impacted the ship’s schedule. Guests on board the ship were informed of the delay yesterday. Brand ambassador of Carnival Cruise Line, John Heald, sent out another warning to guests sailing on the cruise scheduled to depart … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean has informed some guests that their upcoming June 9th, 2023, cruisetour before sailing on Radiance of the Seas is oversold due to capacity limitations. While Royal Caribbean does not specify which one has been oversold, it is more than likely the 10-Night Alaska Wildlife Express, which Royal Caribbean calls the 1B cruisetour.  Radiance of the Seas Cruisetour … [Read more...]

With many news stories across the cruise industry, we’re here to make sure you don’t miss a thing. In this week’s cruise news update, we’ve got coverage on Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Disney. In This Article… Cruise News Update Here we go with another cruise news update across the major lines, and in this week’s article, there’s coverage on Royal Caribbean … [Read more...]

Carnival Celebration has aided an overcrowded rowboat during a day at sea at the end of the new ship’s current sailing, but without taking the occupants aboard. The encounter was successful and all individuals were in good health, and provided with appropriate supplies as requested. Carnival Celebration Provides Supplies to Refugees On Friday, March 24, 2023, Carnival Celebration encountered … [Read more...]