Archives for August 2021

Throughout the global health crisis, Royal Caribbean has been a steadfast supporter of the travel agent community with various programs aimed at helping them stay afloat during this turbulent time.In its latest way of giving back to travel agents, Royal Caribbean is announcing a new instant booking bonus option for travel agents that coincides with Travel Partner Appreciation Month in … [Read more...]

Oceania Cruises’ New Ship Owner’s Suites And Top-Of-Ship Library To Be Styled Exclusively In Ralph Lauren Home Iconic Spaces Aboard Vista to Showcase the Epitome of American Elegance MIAMI, Aug. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, unveiled the palatial Owner’s Suites and top-of-ship Library aboard Vista, which will be … [Read more...]

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After 524 days without operations, one more cruise line has resumed operations. This time Oceania Cruises, the culinary- and destination-focused cruise line sailing under the Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH), sailed from Copenhagen, Denmark.  Marina became the first cruise ship to set sail for the cruise line and at the same time the first cruise ship to set sail from Copenhagen since … [Read more...]

I have officially finished my first cruise EVER, and I am hooked!Last week, I wrote a post here on Royal Caribbean Blog about what I thought I should do on my first cruise. I was about to board Mariner of the Seas’ first revenue sailing, a 4-night itinerary to CocoCay and Nassau leaving from Port Canaveral.The primary reason for this cruise was to create new videos for the Royal Caribbean Blog … [Read more...]

With the recent surge in eco-tourism and expedition travel, the cruise industry has ushered in a new type of consumer that represents a monumental shift from the stereotypical cruiser. The new demographic seeks to explore parts of the world that have remained relatively untouched, embracing the exquisite beauty of their natural surroundings without disturbing its habitat and with minimal carbon … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean CEO Talks Impact of Delta Variant on Cruise Industry Royal Caribbean Group CEO Richard Fain shares a new update on how the Delta variant is impacting cruise bookings, but how the industry is planning to deal with the theat. “Bookings, especially those in the near term, are still not at the level we and you want to make the kind of money that we all need, but that too is ramping … [Read more...]

By Jim Turner, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Disney Cruise Line on Tuesday joined other lines that dock in Florida in planning to require COVID-19 vaccinations for most passengers ages 12 or older traveling to the Bahamas. The announcement came after Bahamas Prime Minister Hubert Minnis last week said cruise ships will only be allowed to enter ports, including those on private … [Read more...]

After recommending their member states reopen leisure travel to Europe for Americans in June, the EU has reversed course due to rising COVID-19 cases in the United States. On Monday, diplomats from the European Council voted to remove the United States from their list of “safe” countries along with Israel, Montenegro, Kosovo, Lebanon and North Macedonia, but that doesn’t necessarily mean Europe is … [Read more...]

The Carnival Panorama cruise ship, currently sailing in the Mexican Riviera, has adjusted its itinerary due to Hurricane Nora, which has now been downgraded. To keep guests and crew safely away from the storm, the ship canceled a port of call and added another. Carnival Panorama Itinerary Adjustments Hurricane Nora has already swept through the Mexican Riviera, causing damage and flooding across … [Read more...]

Viking, named the World’s Best Cruise Line by Travel & Leisure, will sail 138 day cruises in 2023-2024 on two cruise ships due to demand for their around the world cruises.  The cruise ships will the identical itinerary in parallel with two departure dates three days apart.The two cruises will span 138 days, visit 28 countries, 57 ports, and will overnight in 11 cities.  Travelers … [Read more...]

Oceania Cruises became the latest cruise line to resume cruises this week when one of their cruise ships set sail from Copenhagen.First guests boarding Marina, photo courtesy of Oceania CruisesMarina was the first Oceania ship to depart on a cruise in 524 days as the world’s leading culinary and destination focused cruise line returned to service. “Today is one of those days we will all remember … [Read more...]

Oceania Cruises unveiled the palatial Owner’s Suites and top-of-ship Library aboard “Vista”, which will be exclusively styled in Ralph Lauren Home. In a first for the line and the industry, “Vista” will be the first and only ship afloat with a Library exclusively styled in furnishings and artwork from the iconic designer. “The Owner’s Suites and Library are signature elements of our brand and … [Read more...]

Crystal River Cruises yesterday celebrated the resumption of European river cruise operations and its return to Europe’s beloved rivers as Crystal Ravel sailed from Vilshofen on a seven-night Danube itinerary featuring calls in Germany, Austria and Hungary, shipboard overnights in Vienna and Budapest, and cruising of the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley. In Vilshofen, officers and crew welcomed guests … [Read more...]

Back to back weeks with special offers from Disney Cruise Line, almost like a normal pattern is returning! This week’s special offers October and November sailings on the Disney Dream for Florida Residents and U.S. Military Personnel with a selection of 3- and 4-night Bahamian cruises from Port Canaveral. There are 7 available sail dates in October and November. Looking closer at this week’s … [Read more...]

Princess Cruises continues on its carefully planned rollout of ships. Majestic Princess is operating in Alaska, and Regal Princess started operations in the UK earlier this summer. The time has come for Sky Princess to join the party on an itinerary around the UK offering Seacations, cruises tailored explicitly to fully vaccinated British guests.  Sky Princess departs the cruise capital of … [Read more...]

While on a Mariner of the Seas cruise last week, many readers were surprised there was an option to request alternate foods for dinner in the main dining room.Royal Caribbean strives to offer guests the best possible experience, and will always strive to see if there is anyway to deliver on that promise through the dining experience.In addition to the daily menu offered, guests can request other … [Read more...]

One of the top names in river cruising made their return to the waterways of European yesterday with another ship scheduled to sail today. Crystal Cruises set sail from Vilshofen, Germany on board their ship Crystal Ravel on a seven-night itinerary on the Danube River and Crystal Debussy will follow suit today from Basel, Switzerland on a seven-night itinerary along the Rhine River. The … [Read more...]

Oceania Cruises Resumes Sailing Marina’s August 29 Cruise is the First in Almost 18 Months MIAMI, Aug. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, welcomed guests across the gangway for the first time in 524 days. Marina is the first of Oceania Cruises’ ships to resume sailing and is also the very first cruise ship to sail … [Read more...]

Credit: Princess Cruises/P&O Cruises Sponsored by ROL Cruise Cruise ships have become astronomically huge over the years, capable of carrying thousands of passengers and crew and filled to the brim with restaurants, rides and amenities. Cruise ships have become not so much floating hotels but floating villages, offering guests absolutely everything the heart desires and more. Not … [Read more...]