Meyer Werft, the shipyard responsible for building the Carnival Jubilee, provided an update on the ship’s construction progress on February 14, 2023. The ship is the third Excel-class vessel in the Carnival Cruise Line fleet and is currently under construction in Papenburg, Germany. According to the update, the construction of the Carnival Jubilee is progressing well, with the shipyard recently … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line is celebrating love on Valentine’s Day with the cruise line’s largest-ever vow renewal at sea, taking place fleetwide with thousands of couples symbolically renewing their vows with Chief Fun Officer Shaquille O’Neal virtually officiating the ceremony. The celebrations include onboard receptions and are a great way for cruise-loving couples to spend Valentine’s Day … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line has reached out to guests aboard nine different sailings – three for Carnival Dream and six for Carnival Sunshine – with news of itinerary changes that include swapped ports, modified port times, and changes of port orders, but nothing has been said about why such changes are being made. As the earliest impacted sailings are in November, booked guests have plenty of time to … [Read more...]

While Disney may be one of the top players in the cruising industry currently, this cruise line filled with family fun and magic isn’t as old as some of the others we frequently feature. Disney launched its cruising experiences in the late 1990s. Its first ship was Disney Magic, followed closely by Disney’s second-ever cruise ship, Disney Wonder. Today, both of these ships are still sailing the … [Read more...]

The cruise industry has faced increasing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint and mitigate the impact of its operations on the environment. With the goal of becoming a sustainable industry by 2050, many cruise lines and cruise ports are exploring innovative ways to minimize emissions and conserve energy.  One such effort is shore power, which allows cruise ships to shut down their … [Read more...]

Windy weather and strong currents were enough to keep the world’s largest cruise ship, Wonder of the Seas, from docking at CocoCay as planned on Monday, February 13, 2023. Instead, the 236,857-gross-ton vessel will enjoy an extra day at sea as it makes its way to the next scheduled port of call, St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands. Wonder of the Seas Cancels CocoCay Wonder of the Seas had … [Read more...]

Luxury cruise line Windstar Cruises is taking its onboard connectivity to the next level with the launch of Starlink Maritime’s high-speed broadband satellite internet.  The service will provide guests onboard Windstar’s small intimate cruise ships with the world’s most advanced and developed high-speed connections at sea and in port. Windstar Cruises is among the first in the cruise … [Read more...]

Carnival Elation, the oldest vessel still sailing for Carnival Cruise Line, has completed dry dock enhancements and returned to guest service with the line’s new signature red, white, and blue livery hull colors. This refreshment gives the ship a beautiful new look that complements the new onboard enhancements and refreshments that guests sailing from Jacksonville, Florida, will … [Read more...]

The popular port of Skagway, Alaska is hoping to have completed the emergency mitigation work to minimize the risk of rockslides near the critical White Pass Railroad Dock by the time the summer sailing season opens in April. This could help ensure cruise ships are able to safely dock, and bring a record number of passengers to the iconic destination. Skagway Repairs on Schedule for Cruise … [Read more...]

Packing for a cruise can be stressful, especially when you don’t know what to expect. For example, it’s difficult to gauge how many articles of clothing you should bring, and it can be even more confusing if you’re unfamiliar with how cruise ship laundry works. Well, you’ve come to the right place to eliminate this confusion. This article explains everything you need to know … [Read more...]

Bonaire, an island that is part of the Dutch Antilles in the Caribbean, is a popular tourist destination that has seen significant growth in cruise ship and passenger visits in recent years. According to figures from the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), the island received 458,000 cruise passengers in 2019, an increase of 322 percent compared to 2013.  However, the island is now … [Read more...]

We’re here with a busy cruise news update across the industry from the past week. There’s coverage on Carnival Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean, and even a Costa Cruises ship. In This Article… Cruise News Update There have been all kinds of news in the past week, with cancellations, a cyclone, policy changes and some impressive itineraries! Our … [Read more...]

Cruise ship documentaries have become increasingly popular over the years as the golden age of movies and TV has settled in. From Up the Yangtze to Back to the Titanic, these films cover a wide view of how cruise ships have fared on the open seas over time. Many cruise ship documentaries are now streaming on mainstream TV channels such as Peacock, Apple TV, and Amazon Prime Video. In This … [Read more...]

American Queen Voyages, is following several other cruise lines by upgrading its entire fleet of seven vessels with SpaceX Starlink Maritime, a satellite-based internet service that provides fast, reliable, and global internet coverage for ships worldwide. The company aims to provide its guests with the best internet access while cruising through North America. American Queen Voyages will … [Read more...]

Edinburgh, Dundee and other eastern Scotland destinations are gearing up for a robust cruise season that will see a 50% spike in port calls in 2023, UK port operator Capital Cruising announced. The April to October cruise season in Scotland will begin April 11 with a port call from Viking Ocean Cruises’ 930-guest Viking Venus at the Newhaven anchorage near Port Leith, the port for Edinburgh. … [Read more...]

It’s been three years since cruise ships last sailed to the Philippines, but the wait is finally over as the first cruise ships have arrived in the country. Seabourn Encore had the honor of being the first cruise ship to visit the tropical paradise of Puerto Princessa in Palawan. In the coming days, cruise ships from Silversea will also visit Bohol and Illocos Sur.  The return of cruise … [Read more...]

Due to the forecast track and intensity of Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle, another Royal Caribbean International ship has completely diverted from its planned itinerary this week. Ovation of the Seas is now sailing an 8-night cruise with just a single port of call rather than the originally scheduled three ports for what was to have been a South Pacific cruise, but guests are being compensated and … [Read more...]

With a bit of planning, there are many ways to save money on your first cruise. Consider these strategies to reduce the costs before and during your vacation voyage. In This Article… Shop for a “better than advertised” Price We have all seen those glamourous advertisements online, on the television and in print with gorgeous ships, happy travelers and stunningly low prices. Simply stated, … [Read more...]

Guests booked to sail next week aboard Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam have been notified of an itinerary change that involves a port swap and slightly less time in the replacement port due to an engine issue that limits the ship’s speed. The safety of the vessel is not impacted, and guests are being provided with compensation for the change. Nieuw Amsterdam Itinerary Change The … [Read more...]

Virgin Voyages has announced an extraordinary one-time voyage sailing out of Miami from April 14 to April 19, created in collaboration with their Chief Entertainment & Lifestyle Officer, Jennifer Lopez, and her organization, Limitless Labs. The ‘Limitless’ voyage is designed to celebrate women making a difference in business and the world and features a range of exclusive JLo-inspired … [Read more...]