Archives for September 2021

Social media users on board Carnival Magic took to their preferred social platforms this afternoon to update their followers on a disappointing turn of events for their cruise vacation.After arriving at Amber Cove in the Dominican Republic this morning, the ship was initially denied debarkation for guests. After an appeal by the Captain, port officials decided to allow guests to disembark, but not … [Read more...]

Princess Cruises Announces 2023 Japan Cruises & Cruisetours Season Temples, Shrines & Castles, Festivals, Vibrant Cities and Spring Flowers Abound on Diverse Array of Cruise Itineraries to Treasured Island Nation SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (Sept. 1, 2021) – The lure of Japan’s architecture, traditions, festivals and landscapes can magically come to life for travelers during the newly … [Read more...]

Sporting a shiny new look, a new livery, and necessary upgrades, Carnival Valor has made its way back from dry dock in South France to the United States. The vessel sailed into PortMiami on September 1 and docked in the early morning hours.  Although she is not part of Carnival Cruise Line’s resumption plans for the near future, the ship is scheduled to start operation in November. She … [Read more...]

There will soon be a new area of Royal Caribbean's private island in The Bahamas to enjoy. Royal Caribbean announced on Tuesday an expansion to Perfect Day at CocoCay with a new area. Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Michael Bayley revealed in an email to Crown and Anchor Society guests plans for the new area. "I can also hardly wait to share more news about our plans in The … [Read more...]

Jenna went on her first cruise ever, and shares how the actual cruise compared to her expectations.Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via... You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS. Source: royalcaribbeanblog.com … [Read more...]

Carnival Cruise Line is working with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) after being informed that two passengers who traveled with the cruise line contracted Legionnaires’ disease. The ship in question, Carnival Horizon, has undergone extensive testing before the next voyage departed. The disease is often associated with areas with aerosolized water, such as jacuzzies and … [Read more...]

At a COVID-19 Response Team Briefing at the White House on Tuesday, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky warned that unvaccinated Americans should avoid travel over Labor Day weekend due to the rise in COVID-19 cases across the country.Director Walensky also warned those who are fully vaccinated against the virus to take the necessary precautions … [Read more...]

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. -- Santa Barbara announced its continued suspension of cruise ship visits on Monday. Waterfront Director Mike Wiltshire said," It was really a tough decision, cruise ships play a big role in the community and to the city and the waterfront and so making a call to put it on pause until the Spring doesn't come lightly." The decision follows a crew outbreak on a … [Read more...]

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has announced a range of trade-specific cruise activity for September. This includes its annual ‘CLIA Cruise Week’, which this year will run from September 20-24. All CLIA members will have access to a newly-produced guide, containing updates and factsheets with key information on cruise lines, river cruise operators and their fleets, … [Read more...]

With all the changes and updates related to Royal Caribbean's return to service, the cruise line's CEO shared a new update. Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Michael Bayley sent an email to Crown and Anchor Society guests with a look at the most important facts related to the restart process. Royal Caribbean has been busy with getting its ships back in service, and there have been a … [Read more...]

Cruise and shipping industry veteran Alexander Gumbs has been appointed as the CEO of the Port St. Maarten Group. According to the port, Gumbs underwent an exhaustive complete screening process and background check and scored the highest in the recruitment process as an extremely qualified candidate for the CEO position and becoming the president of the management team of the group. The port is … [Read more...]

Based on Canadian travel restrictions, Lindblad Expeditions has announced a revised itinerary for their October 2021 British Columbia and San Juan Islands voyage that will now provide guests an extraordinary American wildness experience in the Salish Sea. “Exploring the Pacific Northwest: The Jewels of The Salish Sea” will discover the remoteness and majesty of the Pacific Northwest on a … [Read more...]

With the state of Louisiana impacted by Hurricane Ida, including New Orleans, Carnival Cruise Line has cancelled its first return sailing out of the Port of New Orleans on September 5, 2021. Carnival Glory Cruise Cancelled Carnival Cruise Line has informed guests booked on the first return sailing from New Orleans that their September 5 cruise is now cancelled. The city is impacted by Hurricane … [Read more...]

Pioneering New Zealand-based expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has released its 2022-23 expedition season, including two new voyages, aboard world-renowned Polar exploration vessel “Heritage Adventurer”. The latest addition to the Kiwi family-owned and operated company’s fleet, Heritage Adventurer (formerly known as MS Hanseatic) will make her maiden voyage on the company’s first … [Read more...]

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Credit: Shutterstock/Princess Cruises Sponsored by Princess Cruises Princess Cruises are offering the perfect escape with their range of Summer Seacations -and some are still up for grabs! Princess Cruises is operating five, six and seven-night cruises around the UK throughout September onboard gorgeous ships Regal Princess and Sky Princess. The Seacations will call at Portland, Greenock … [Read more...]

Most cruisers need to book a hotel near their cruise port for a night’s stay either before or after their cruise. We’ve compiled the ultimate guide to the best hotels near U.S. cruise ports. Listed by price, we’ve picked hotels for every budget and included relevant shuttle info. You’ll also find links to more comprehensive articles if you don’t find exactly what you want in our top three. In This … [Read more...]