CRUISES - TRAVEL NEWS

MSC World Europa, the newest and largest cruise ship in the MSC fleet, has completed her sea trials and will now head for final fit out and finishing ahead of her delivery and debut in the Middle East. The giant LNG-powered cruise ship completed her first set of sea trials in the Atlantic Ocean, testing the performance of the ship’s engines, manoeuvrability, fuel consumption, safety systems, … [Read more...]

Explora Journeys will be cruising in Alaska in 2024, aboard its first cruise ship Explora I, with roundtrip itineraries from Vancouver, Canada. The cruise line, a luxury subsidiary of MSC Cruises, has released three itineraries that will be available from Vancouver. The announcement comes as Explora Journeys prepares to take delivery of the first of a planned four cruise ships next year. <img … [Read more...]

P&O Cruises has released more information about its first-ever escape room at sea aboard its upcoming ship Arvia in December 2022. The Mission Control escape room will initially be available only aboard Arvia, and will feature missions and adventures themed around the environment. These two-hour missions will come in two forms: a family-friendly plot for all ages and an adventure storyline … [Read more...]

A cruise line announced their longest cruise ever that started at $86,999 per person and the cruise sold out prior to the official opening for bookings.Regent Seven Seas Cruises, one of the finest luxury cruise lines in the world, announced a 150 day cruise from Miami last month, their longest ever.  The cruise was so popular that it sold out during pre-registration and before it officially … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean announced it will go to Texas for its next President's Cruise.While onboard the 2022 President's Cruise, Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Michael Bayley announced the dates and location for the 2023 President's Cruise.Mr. Bayley held an impromptu poll during an event onboard Ovation of the Seas and asked for a show of hands who would vote for Allure from Galveston or … [Read more...]

The maritime industry celebrates the Day of the Seafarer today. In recent weeks and months, the importance of the crew members that work onboard ships has become increasingly apparent as voyages were placed under occupancy restrictions due to shortages.  The theme for this year’s international day celebrates maritime journeys and voyages, providing a chance “to recognize and pay tribute to … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean announced that the cruise line has extended its health protocols for European departures.Health protocols have been extended for European sailings that depart on or before July 31, 2022. Travel advisors and passengers were notified of the update this week. The existing protocols have been extended without any notable changes to vaccine, testing and onboard health … [Read more...]

Your cruise news update across all the major cruise lines from the past week. There are multiple developments from Carnival and for a change, most are good! There are also things you need to know about Princess Cruises, P&O Cruises, Celebrity Cruises and Disney Cruise Line. In This Article… Cruise News Update We’ve got lots of cruise news updates for you from the past week across all the major … [Read more...]

Regent Seven Seas Cruises revealed highlights of a refined menu being developed for one of the cruise line’s most beloved restaurants, Sette Mari. The new culinary offerings will be fully unveiled during Seven Seas Grandeur’s inaugural season in November 2023 and will then be integrated across Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ soon to be six ship fleet. With a focus on heritage, Senior Vice President of … [Read more...]

A rockslide early Thursday closed the cruise ship dock in Skagway, prompting one vessel to skip that port altogether. Part of the dock was damaged during the slide just before 6:30 a.m., according to Jacqui Taylor, a spokeswoman for dock owners White Pass & Yukon Route Railway. No one was injured as the slide sent rock, dirt and vegetation tumbling from a mountainside above the dock. There … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean has extended the health protocols on their cruise ships through the end of July for all European cruises. Royal Caribbean’s health and safety Europe protocols have been extended through July 31, 2022. All Royal Caribbean guests age 12 and older (18 and older if your cruise departs from Stockholm) must present proof of full COVID-19 vaccination with the final dose administered at … [Read more...]

What to pack for an Alaska cruise is not as difficult as it may seem. While packing for a cold weather cruise may require more preparation than a cruise to the Caribbean, a few key layers should suffice in nearly all weather conditions.When looking at a map, you may be surprised to see just how far south Alaska cruise ports are located.  While Alaska cruise marketing tends to show images … [Read more...]

COMEBACK COMPLETE! CELEBRITY CRUISES CELEBRATES FULL RELAUNCH OF 15-SHIP FLEET Final Ship, Celebrity Infinity, To Set Sail for the Caribbean; Milestone Completes Parent Company Royal Caribbean Group’s 63-Ship Fleet Return To Service MIAMI – June 24, 2022 – Celebrity Cruises®, the leader in relaxed luxury cruising, will celebrate its complete 15-ship fleet comeback … [Read more...]

Princess Cruises is continuing to make itinerary adjustments to its ships in Australia, with new adjustments made to upcoming voyages on Coral Princess. Longer voyages are being split into smaller segments, and new itineraries are also announced both for Coral Princess as well as Majestic Princess. This is in addition to the itinerary changes and cancelations announced for Majestic Princess just … [Read more...]

Celebrity Cruises will finally have its entire fleet sailing again from June 25 when Celebrity Infinity welcomes guests for the first time in 881 days. The vessel will also become the final ship to resume operations out of Royal Caribbean Group’s 63-ship fleet. Celebrity Infinity to Return to Service On June 25, 2022, Celebrity Infinity will set sail for the Caribbean from Port Everglades in Fort … [Read more...]

Disney Wish is granting wishes this summer season. Disney Cruise Line announced today that all past, present, and future Make-A-Wish® children will be honored as godchildren at the ship’s christening next week at Port Canaveral, Florida.Disney Cruise Line is excited to recognize children for the first time in this prestigious role that bestows good fortune on the vessel and its … [Read more...]

Setting sail from Port Canaveral this summer, Disney Cruise Line has announced Make-A-Wish kids will be the godchildren of the new Disney Wish cruise ship. Past, present, and future Make-A-Wish recipients will be featured in the inaugural celebration. Disney Wish Godchildren to Name Vessel As godchildren of the New Disney Wish cruise ship, honorary wish children will christen the vessel in an … [Read more...]

Star Pride by Windstar Cruises sets sail at full capacity after the ship’s stretch. Porthole Cruise and Travel Magazine Founder and Editor-in-Chief Bill Panoff was onboard with the Chris Prelog, President of Windstar Cruises, to discuss the new and improved ship.“The ships were always already game changers and really icons for small ship cruising. With Winston’s implementation on this stock class … [Read more...]

If you love having an espresso, latte, or any other brewed coffee every day on your Royal Caribbean cruise, then perhaps a coffee card package is right for you.Royal Caribbean offers a number of drink packages that include premium coffees, but it also has a coffee card that includes a select amount of coffee drinks.Will the coffee package save you money and is it worth it to buy?Here's a breakdown … [Read more...]

MSC CRUISES RELAUNCHES POPULAR GALA NIGHT, COMPLEMENTING RICH ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAMMING ACROSS THE FLEET The return of Gala Night is set to be the highlight of the cruise, inviting guests to put on their elegant outfits and enjoy a variety of highly anticipated activities This summer sees the return of MSC Cruises’ full entertainment program with numerous activities and events for guests … [Read more...]