Archives for April 2021

While cruise lines wait for approval from the CDC to resume sailings from the U.S. this year, a number of cruise ships will be offering some pretty incredible voyages in different parts of the world.If you want to take a cruise this summer, here are some of the best options that you have to choose from. Viking’s Cruises Around Iceland – Viking, rated the #1 Ocean Cruise Line in the world for the … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas is the second in the Quantum class, just after namesake Quantum of the Seas. They are considered “smart ships,” outfitted with lots of high-tech activities and amenities. On top of being technologically advanced, Anthem of the Seas is a stunning vessel, featuring sophisticated and well-thought-out staterooms, restaurants, lounges, and public … [Read more...]

Here we go with another full week of cruise news updates covering all the major cruise lines and even that massive news coming from Florida. Cruise News Update There have been several new developments from the week as the State of Florida fights for cruises to reopen and the cruise industry continues its calls for the CDC to lift the Conditional Sailing Order. In addition to all that drama, there … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line is bringing back their popular “Why Use a Travel Advisor (WUATA)” party in a new virtual format. The virtual WUATA party is scheduled for Thursday, April 29, 2021, at 5 p.m. EDT. The only dedicated consumer-facing campaign promoting the value of travel advisors, WUATA parties are designed to help advisors attract new clients and strengthen existing relationships, creating … [Read more...]

Norwegian Cruise Line is launching a new docuseries next week as the cruise line prepares to resume cruises.   The premiere of “EMBARK – The Series,” will chronicle the NCL’s highly anticipated comeback. The first of five episodes, “Great Cruise Comeback”, will premiere on April 15, 2021 at 8 p.m. ET at www.ncl.com/embark. The episode focuses on the ongoing measures for a healthy and … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean wants your support in telling the U.S. government it is time to open cruises back up.The cruise industry as a whole is united in their effort to get approval for cruise ships to sail again, and a major part of their plan is rallying public support.While the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) holds the reigns on cruises being able to sail, Federal government influence still … [Read more...]

BAHAMAS PARADISE CRUISE LINE ANNOUNCES PLANNED RESUMPTION OF CRUISING; REFRESHED WEBSITE NOW LIVE, ACCEPTING BOOKINGS FOR SAILINGS STARTING JULY 2, 2021Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line today announced new details surrounding the relaunch of their website and the planned resumption of sailing operations. The official statement, delivered by Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line CEO Oneil Khosa, is as … [Read more...]

Cruise lines send ships to help evacuate St. Vincent as volcano threatens island Advertiser Disclosure Many of the credit card offers that appear on the website are from credit card companies from which ThePointsGuy.com receives compensation. This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this … [Read more...]

Despite cancelling its US and European cruise seasons, Disney Cruise Line is moving ahead with its new build program and has marked the keel laying of Disney Wish. The keel for the new Disney cruise ship was laid at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany and marks a significant milestone in its construction process. Rendering of new Disney cruise ship, Disney Wish RELATED: Disney Cruise … [Read more...]

On a business update call, Arnold Donald, the CEO of Carnival Corporation, said that the cruise industry is not being treated fairly by the CDC compared to other transport sectors. “Today, [American’s] can fly and cruise in Europe and return home without being vaccinated,” he said. “But even if you are vaccinated you cannot cruise out of the United States.” Donald says it makes no sense that … [Read more...]

The cruise industry is in crisis but two major cruise lines can still come together to help Caribbean islands in need due to Volcano eruption. Carnival Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean are working together in efforts to help get St Vincent residents to safety and away from the Volcano. Cruise Ships Arrive at St. Vincent On Thursday, Cruise Hive reported of the La Soufriere volcano on the island of … [Read more...]

Crystal Symphony will Return to Sailing in August with New ‘Luxury Caribbean Escapes’The Award-Winning Ship Will be the First to Homeport in Antigua & BarbudaThe 10-night voyages will explore chic harbors and idyllic islands beginning August 5, 2021Miami and St. John’s Antigua, April 9, 2021 – Crystal continues to be at the forefront of the cruise industry’s return as the company … [Read more...]

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line today (April 9, 2021) announced new details surrounding the relaunch of their website and the planned resumption of sailing operations. The official statement, delivered by Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line CEO Oneil Khosa, is as follows: “The past year has been incredibly challenging for the cruise industry and as an independent, family-owned and operated boutique cruise … [Read more...]

As travel enthusiasts continue to await for international travels to fully resume, they have now embraced cruising as the best way to enjoy a true sense of traveling at the comfort of home with total peace of mind. This has been well proven by the overwhelming reception of Explorer Dream’s cruise itineraries in Taiwan, where she has debuted as the world’s first cruise ship to resume operations in … [Read more...]

Cruise Britain welcomes today’s announcement (9 April, 2021) to restart international cruises alongside the wider resumption of international travel and in line with the ‘traffic light’ system. Over the last year the cruise sector has worked tirelessly with Government and industry partners to develop and strengthen health measures which now exceed those of any other travel sector. The work has … [Read more...]

Phoenix Reisen has released its 2022 river cruises, offering 34 different itineraries and 492 departure dates for the year. Among the new products is the MS Annika sailing on the Rhine. In addition to the Rhine and its tributaries to the Netherlands and Belgium, cruises are also offered on the Danube, the Rhône and Saône, the Douro, the Volga and the Nile. In case of sailings have to be cancelled … [Read more...]

On Friday afternoon, a large crowd gathered at PortMiami to support the cruise industry. Cruise line executives, elected officials, and Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava stood in solidarity to call on the U.S. Centers for Disease Control to rescind what they called the agency’s now-outdated Conditional Sailing Order and get ships sailing from American ports again. (Photo courtesy of … [Read more...]

Holland America Line will sail seven cruise ships to the Caribbean during the 2022-2023 season as the cruise line celebrates the 25th anniversary of their private island, Half Moon Cay.Holland America Line’s island-hopping adventures sail from October 2022 through April 2023 and feature five to 14 day itineraries to the eastern, western and southern regions, including cruises that spend a day … [Read more...]

The highest ranking federal official has provided a ray of hope for cruises restarting sometime soon.U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg spoke on the subject of cruises restarting while at a White House briefing on Friday.According to Mr. Buttigieg, cruise ships could be "sailing by midsummer," provided they can meet safety guidelines in time.Questions on a … [Read more...]

Crystal continues to be at the forefront of the cruise industry’s return as the company announced that “Crystal Symphony” will sail a series of 15 10-night Luxury Caribbean Escapes round-trip from St. John’s, becoming the first ship ever to homeport in Antigua. Beginning August 5 through December, including a holiday sailing on December 23, Crystal Symphony will visit the coveted island locales … [Read more...]