May 2019

Memorial Day last Monday kicked off the official start of summer for most Americans and that means plenty of barbecues, backyard lawn games and days spent by the lake. Did …

Imagine boarding your cruise or personal water craft with the intention of exploring and taking adventures to lands you’ve never visited and have always desired to go. Now imagine that …

It’s a great day to be from South Dakota! When it comes to viral marketing, nobody does it better than Virgin Voyages. As the 2020 launch of the Scarlet Lady …

Since its inception in 1893, Hurtigruten has paved the way for expedition cruising with an ever-expanding roster of destinations. After 125 years, the company is entering new waters with MS …

The Monthly Mantra Garfunkel on board … Garfunkel on board … Garfunkel on board … Eventually, everyone goes on a cruise. Even Art Garfunkel. I don’t know very much about …

When you reach the Yucatec capital city of Merida, you may wonder if you are still in Mexico. Through the gift of geography, Merida retains the richness of its Mayan …

Memorial Day is an important one here in America as we honor those from all branches of the military who bravely fought and died to defend freedom and justice for …

Adding a day at Walt Disney World to your cruise vacation is a great way to enjoy everything Florida has to offer. However, with four parks and tons of attractions, …

The chartered plane had left Copenhagen in the twilight of a Baltic summer night, but four hours and four time zones later, the brilliance of Greenland’s endless daylight blazed through …

Some cities just feel like vacation. From the sights and scenery to the food and entertainment, Miami Beach drips with a laissez-faire attitude perfect for those visitors primed for a …

We all gush about the European cities we’ve visited, but how much did you actually gain from your exploration of any particular city? You can see the sights, sure, but …

The Río de la Plata, also known as the “River Plate” in English, is the body of water separating Argentina and Uruguay. Though many experts bring its status as a …

You can buy a lot of things for $600. That’s how much cruisers are saving with the latest deal from Holland America Line! A new deal called Oceans of Extras …

It’s your favorite time of year cruisers! The annual Porthole Cruise Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards 2019 edition is ready for you to cast your vote. Choose the best of the …

The Monthly Mantra Take a Walk on the West Side … Take a Walk on the West Side … Take a Walk on the West Side… Sometimes I wish I …

For some, the future of cruising is floating cities with everything you could ever need to have a good time. For others, the future of cruising is sustainability and adventure. …

Whenever I travel Down Under I look for opportunities to get up close and personal with some of Australia’s fabulous fauna –I mean, what could be more memorable than rubbing …

What does Mom really want for Mother’s Day? You could go with the traditional route of flowers and the like, or you could step it up with year and show …

Tampa Bay is a beautiful port in Florida, and one of the largest cruise destinations on the East Coast of the United States. Thousands of cruisers head to the port …

Lighthouses have been a beacon in the sea since early man started sailing. While the lighthouse does not have as prominent a place in the modern world thanks to GPS, …