Oceania Cruises has revealed details on its 2025-2026 Tropics and Exotics Collection. The new schedule includes a total of 135 itineraries, visiting five continents on voyages ranging from seven to 180 days — including Vista‘s debut Around The World Voyage. Spanning 329 ports, the new itineraries offer a unique opportunity for guests to dive deeper into some of the most exotic corners of the … [Read more...]
Holland America Reveals New Entertainment Shows For 2024
Holland America Line is adding to its entertainment lineup with the introduction of several new mainstage experiences in 2024. Four new shows will put a fresh spin on the classic cruise production format, while additional new productions will be tailored to the regions where the ships are sailing. Beyond the main theater, the cruise line is also adding the Rolling Stone Lounge to more ships and … [Read more...]
Windstar Cruises Announces Two New All-Suite Yachts Launching in 2025 & 2026
Windstar Cruises has announced plans to expand its fleet with the addition of two all-suite motor yachts, Star Seeker and Star Explorer. The first of the two, Star Seeker, is currently being constructed in the WestSEA shipyard. It’s expected to be delivered in December 2025, followed by Star Explorer in December 2026. “Our goal was to ensure these ships are unmistakably Windstar, and a … [Read more...]
New Study Says First-Time U.S. Cruisers Value Sailings Close to Home, Getting Good Deals
As the cruise industry gathered in Miami Beach this week for Seatrade Cruise Global, three powerhouse travel brands have partnered together to unveil a first-of-its-kind research study examining a coveted audience: first-time cruisers. Titled From Shore to Ship: Attracting the Next Wave of Cruisers, the U.S. edition of the study was released today by the Cruise Lines International Association … [Read more...]
MSC Cruises Announces Name of Third World Class Ship, MSC World America Floated Out
MSC Cruises is having a big milestone week, as its upcoming World-class ship MSC World America was floated out at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in France on Sunday, April 7th. As well, the cruise line celebrated the steel-cutting of its third World-class ship and announced its name today during a press conference at Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami. MSC World America Floated … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Details ‘Lokono Cove’ Area at Celebration Key
Carnival Cruise Line’s upcoming private destination on Grand Bahama, Celebration Key, will feature a retail area called Lokono Cove, which was named with the help of a Grand Bahama resident. Lokono Cove is the winning submission from a community competition that was supported by the Ministry for Grand Bahama and the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture. Carnival Cruise Line president Christine … [Read more...]
Emerald Cruises Announces New Luxury Ocean Yacht, Emerald Kaia
Scenic Group’s luxury, all-inclusive Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and luxury Emerald Cruises brands have announced a series of updates and expansions across the fleet, including a brand new ocean yacht. Emerald Kaia Emerald Cruises’ yacht fleet is growing with the introduction of Emerald Kaia. Merging increased capacity with an intimate atmosphere, the yacht will accommodate 128 guests. … [Read more...]
New MSC World America Cruise Ship to Feature Over-Water Swing Ride
MSC Cruises has announced its latest thrill ride which will be aboard new U.S.-based cruise ship MSC World America. Cliffhanger, the only over-water swing ride at sea, will debut when the vessel enters service in April 2025. Cliffhanger’s four seats start off close to the deck before powered arms lift them into the starting position — up and out over the edge of the ship. From there, … [Read more...]
Norwegian Cruise Line Orders Four New Mega Ships, a Big Addition Coming to Great Stirrup Cay
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has announced the largest order for new cruise ships in its history: a total of eight vessels representing nearly 25,000 additional berths. The company has also announced that it will be constructing a multi-ship pier at Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas. Largest NCLH Ship Order Ever The new ship orders across all three of NCLH’s cruise brands are scheduled for … [Read more...]
We Just Returned From Our First Viking River Cruise And Here’s What It Was Really Like
Boarding a river ship that only holds 168 guests was a bit different for us given we usually sail on the world’s largest cruise ships. But, to explore Paris and the banks of Northern France, we decided to step outside of our comfort zone and put our trust in the crew of Viking Radgrid. This vessel is one of four Viking longships specifically designed to cruise the Seine River. While we have … [Read more...]
The Port of Seattle Celebrates 25 Years of Cruises to Alaska
The 2024 cruise season officially kicked off today at the Port of Seattle’s Bell Street Pier Cruise Terminal. Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Bliss is the first ship to sail to Alaska for the 25th year of cruises between Seattle and the 49th state. In May 2000, Norwegian Sky was the first ship to set sail from the Port of Seattle offering guests roundtrip cruises to Alaska. The industry has … [Read more...]
Actress Hannah Waddingham Named Godmother of Sun Princess
Award-winning actress and performer Hannah Waddingham has been named godmother of Princess Cruises’ newest ship Sun Princess. The British actress and singer is beloved for her role as Rebecca Welton in Apple TV+’s “Ted Lasso,” in which her performance garnered a Primetime Emmy, Critics Choice Television Award, and Screen Actors Guild Award, as well as two individual Golden Globe and Screen … [Read more...]
Holland America Becomes First Cruise Line to Receive International Seafood Certifications
Holland America has become the first global cruise line to receive both Marine Stewardship Council and Aquaculture Stewardship Council certifications. The two organizations serve as the most credible standards worldwide for certified seafood. The certifications take Holland America’s Global Fresh Fish Program to the next level, underscoring the line’s commitment to serving passengers … [Read more...]
Should I Book an Interior Room on a Cruise? Our Answer May Surprise You!
Ah, the least-talked about cabins on a cruise ship: the humble interior rooms. While these windowless, balcony-less accommodations might seem like a drag upon first glance, there are actually some benefits to them that might be worth considering. Here, we’re going over why you should consider booking an interior cabin, what the best and worst interior cabin locations are, and more. Should I … [Read more...]
Princess Cruises Partners With Brightline For ‘Rail & Sail’ Program
Princess Cruises and Brightline, a central and southern Florida passenger rail route, have partnered to introduce the Rail & Sail program. It will offer guests in Florida quick and easy access to Princess cruise ships departing from Fort Lauderdale and Port Canaveral. The partnership also includes the debut of a train with four custom-designed cars wrapped in Princess’ iconic Love Boat … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Names Godfather of Italian-Style Ship Carnival Firenze
Carnival Cruise Line has announced that actor Jonathan Bennett has been named godfather of its ship Carnival Firenze, which is the second vessel in the fleet with the ‘Carnival Fun Italian Style’ theme. The Florence, Italy-inspired ship will homeport in Long Beach, California, where it will be christened on April 24th and set sail on April 25th. “Jonathan is a true brand ambassador for … [Read more...]
Holland America Debuts New Book Club in Partnership With Audible
Holland America has announced that it is the first cruise line to offer a co-branded book club through Audible, offering reads to cruisers by celebrated authors across various genres. The partnership also includes curated destination-focused collections — accessed via an extended Audible free trial — as well as free in-cabin Audible content available to all guests. From travel and … [Read more...]
MSC Cruises is Bringing World-Famous Bars to Some of Its Ships
MSC Cruises has announced an all-new beverage program for its ships called “World’s Greatest Bars.” The new concept will bring some of the most acclaimed shoreside bars to MSC cruise ships, offering a new and unique experience for passengers while at sea. Through the program, world-famous bars will open as pop-ups aboard select MSC Cruises ships, each for a six-month stint. Maestros from each … [Read more...]
Crystal Cruises Launches Guest Referral Program
Crystal Cruises has launched a brand-new referral program. The Crystal Referral Program is designed to reward loyal passengers who share their cruise experiences with their family and friends. For every “new to Crystal” guest a loyal past traveler refers, the new guest will receive five percent off their cruise fare, and the past traveler will receive the same value as a credit to use towards a … [Read more...]
Holland America Adjusts 2025 World Cruise Itinerary, Adds Ports in Africa and Europe
In order to prioritize safety and give travelers adequate time to plan, Holland America has announced changes to its 2025 Grand World Voyage setting sail aboard Zuiderdam on January 4, 2025 from Fort Lauderdale. The updated itinerary includes portions to replace the previously-announced route through the Red Sea, while adding new ports in Africa and Europe as well as a call to San Juan, Puerto … [Read more...]