Today, MSC Cruises has opened sales for its newest megaship, MSC World America!Launching in April 2025, the LNG-powered ship will be MSC Cruises’ second World Class ship and will offer sustainable cruising with “new immersive and unique experiences at sea.” MSC World America will sail from Port Miami exclusively to the Caribbean with 7-night itineraries during her inaugural season. Port Miami, MSC … [Read more...]
Disney Cruise Line and the Singapore Tourism Board Bring Cruise Vacations to Southeast Asia
Today, Disney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism announced Southeast Asia as the newest cruise destination. This reveal came from Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro, and Singapore’s Minister for Transport and Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations, S. Iswaran. Under the signed Memorandum of Understanding, Disney Cruise Line and the Singapore Tourism Board plan to … [Read more...]
Celebrity Cruises’ New Edge Series Ship Will Use Tri-Fueled Engine
Celebrity Cruises’ new Edge Series ship will advance the cruise industry’s use of alternative fuels with tri-fueled engines. The ship is the culmination of efforts by its parent company, Royal Caribbean Group, as well as the technology group Wärtsilä and shipyard Chantiers de L’Atlantique (CdA).The new ship, which I will be the fifth in the Edge Series, features a new engine model. It also … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Announces New Bars, Lounges, And Nightlife To Light Up Icon Of The Seas
Before you know it, Royal Caribbean International’s upcoming ship, Icon of the Seas, will be sailing the seven seas! While we wait until the ship’s debut in January 2024, the brand unveiled Icon’s entertainment and nightlife experiences for guests to enjoy all vacation long. With more than 15 bars and nightlife experiences, guests aboard will bring in happy hour and fun all vacation … [Read more...]
The Ravioli Railroad
Dubbed the Food Valley of Italy, the region of Emilia-Romagna lies just north of Tuscany. Two millennia ago, Romans laid out the Via Emilia connecting cities from Piacenza, southeast of Milan, to Rimini, on the Adriatic Sea. Most will recognize regional city names in their own kitchens: Modena of balsamic vinegar fame, Parma of Parmesan cheese, and of course Bologna. Of the more than 300 PDO and … [Read more...]
Brightline Gives A Tour Of Their New Train Maintenance Facility
Earlier this morning, Brightline executives Patrick Goddard, Michael Cegelis, Tom Rutkowski, and several engineers led a behind-the-scenes tour of Basecamp, a state-of-the-art train maintenance facility in Orlando, Florida. According to Brightline, the $100 million facility has started commissioning new Brightline trains and servicing the existing ones. The facility will operate 24/7 and “employ … [Read more...]
Swan Hellenic Announces Cultural Cruises Along the Eastern and Western Coasts of Africa
Reservations for Swan Hellenic’s cultural expedition cruises of Africa for 2023 are now open. Travelers can choose nine cruises with eight to 14-day itineraries on board SH Diana and SH Vega between March and November. Each cruise will have world-renowned experts and experienced expedition guides.SH Vega’s Cruises OptionsSH Vega will offer four cultural expeditions as the ship makes her way … [Read more...]
Join Us At SeaTrade For F&B at Sea 2023!
From March 28 – 29, 2023, join F&B@Sea for an immersive culinary experience. Visit curated content seminars, join in on live demonstrations, learn how to make hand-crafted cocktails, and so much more!There are so many ways to get involved and learn more about F&B @ Sea. Click below to get your ticket for the event today! Source: Porthole.com … [Read more...]
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Begins Construction of Ilma in France
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s newest ship, Ilma, has officially begun construction. The building dock received the first modular block of Ilma at the keel-laying ceremony held at the world-renowned shipyard Chantiers de l’Atlantique in Saint-Nazaire, France.“We are thrilled to celebrate this important milestone and to partner with Chantiers de l’Atlantique on the construction of Ilma,” said … [Read more...]
CRUISE DEAL OF THE WEEK — MARCH 24, 2023
Hey cruisers!As March’s end draws closer and the weather gets warmer, exciting cruise itineraries and deals seem to be popping up like spring flowers! Today, we have amazing offers from Oceania Cruises that are too good to pass up! Keep reading to learn more! Oceania Cruises offers savings on over 80 sailings On March 20, 2023, Oceania Cruises launched its OLife Ultimate “All Three for … [Read more...]
MSC Euribia Reveals NEW ENTERTAINMENT EXPERIENCES AT SEA
MSC Euribia has revealed the ship’s new shows and venues to greet guests starting June 2023! Get ready for seven new productions and a new look at the Carousel Lounge.“We are so excited to announce our fun-filled entertainment offerings on our much-anticipated new flagship, MSC Euribia. Entertainment is a fundamental part of MSC Cruises’ guest experience and we’re always looking for new, … [Read more...]
Princess Cruises Announces Lavazza As Offical Coffee Partner
Coffee drinkers commence!Princess Cruises has shared its latest partnership with the coffee brand Lavazza! The cruise line will begin rolling out Lavazza across all Princess ships throughout spring for guests to try hot coffee options and ready-to-drink cans. “Princess guests love their coffee as the morning ritual at the International Café in the legendary Princess Piazza. With a relentless … [Read more...]
Disney Cruise Line Reveals Inaugural Sailings Around the World In Summer 2024
Today, Disney Cruise Line announced the available dates and itineraries to the brand’s new island destination, Lighthouse Point, with trips around the world and surely, bucket-list friendly! Keep reading if you want to visit the Mediterranean, northern Europe, Alaska, and the Caribbean!“We are delighted to take families to new places during the summer 2024 season, including our newest island … [Read more...]
Emerald Cruises And Chef Ben Robinson Partner For Culinary Yacht Sailings
Emerald Cruises and Chef Ben Robinson have partnered for two culinary sailings on the Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara. Chef Robinson, known for his work as an executive private yacht chef from TV’s Below Deck, will offer his culinary expertise onboard Emerald Cruises’ Coastal Gems of Italy and Croatia sailing and the Hidden Charms of the Caribbean sailing. Chef Robinson has been featured … [Read more...]
Norwegian Cruise Line Announces “BEETLEJUICE” TO DEBUT ABOARD NORWEGIAN VIVA
Broadway fanatics, this one is for you!Norwegian Cruise Line announced the fan-favorite musical, “Beetlejuice,” is coming to the line’s newest ship, Norwegian Viva has the headline program in August 2023! This will be the first time the Tony Award-nominated musical will hit the seven seas! “NCL has a history of pioneering the cruise experience and delivering the high-caliber … [Read more...]
Carnival Firenze Opens Reservations for 2024-2025 Sailings
Carnival Cruise Line opened reservations for the Carnival Firenze, its next new ship, on March 23, 2023. The cruise will showcase Carnival Fun Italian Style experiences, and it will sail year-round from May 2024 through April 2025 from Long Beach, California. “Carnival Firenze is named after the spectacular city of Florence, Italy. She was designed to evoke the same charm and beauty found in … [Read more...]
Are You Coming To SeaTrade Cruise Global 2023?
Join Bill Panoff, CEO of Porthole Cruise and Travel, to dig deeper into the largest cruise convention happening next week in Fort Lauderdale, Florida! From March 27 to March 30, cruise industry leaders will attend this convention to discuss the latest in cruise and travel, network, explore the latest in technology and sustainability, and so much more. There is so much you can look forward to at … [Read more...]
AmaWaterways 2023 European Season Gives Guests More Ways to See Europe
AmaWaterways’ 2023 European season is officially underway following a Cruise Managers’ Kickoff Meeting onboard AmaMagna hosted by co-founder and executive vice-president Kristin Karst. Guests can now board the luxury river cruise line’s fleet of “19 award-winning ships,” which include five ships to sail the rivers of France, another five for the early spring Tulip Time cruises in the … [Read more...]
Carnival Venezia Joins Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Venezia has officially joined the Carnival Cruise Line fleet! Today, leadership team members from Costa Crociere and Carnival Cruise Line joined Costa Captain Tihomir Muzic and Carnival Captain Claudio Cupisti to welcome the new Costa by Carnival ship officially!“We are so pleased to welcome Carnival Venezia to the fleet, which following a dry dock, will debut as our first ‘Fun … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean International Premieres “Icon Extra: The Top Deck Challenge on Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas”
Julie Rosner Julie Rosner is the Digital Editorial Manager for Porthole Cruise and Travel. She has a Master’s Degree in Journalism from Syracuse University. When she is not writing, she enjoys traveling, spending time with family, baking, and playing with her Siberian Husky named Ellie. Source: Porthole.com … [Read more...]