Redefining Cruising: What MSC Cruises Has In Store For The Future!
Bill Panoff, Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel, gives viewers a glimpse of Seatrade Cruise Global! Get to know more about Pierfrancesco Vago, the Chairman Passenger Division for MSC Cruises, and his involvement in the state of the industry. Vago shares the new changes to MSC Cruises, inc
Windstar Cruises Adds The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix As An Exclusive Excursion
Windstar Cruises is bringing guests a new Formula 1 excursion in the form of the 2023 season’s final race at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in November. This latest excursion is in addition to the cruise line’s long-standing F1 package, Rome & Prix du Monde of Monaco, which features the Monaco Gra
Highlights from the Porthole Party 2023
It was an exciting week for the Porthole Cruise and Travel team as we connected with professionals in the cruise and travel industry at Seatrade Cruise Global! To top off the fun, we celebrated the industry at the annual Porthole Party, hosted by Editor-in-Chief Bill Panoff at Revolution Live in For
AmaWaterways Announces Exclusive Danube Sailing With The Los Angeles Master Chorale
AmaWaterways has shared its latest partnership with the Los Angeles Master Chorale, a professional chorus in Los Angeles, California! AmaWaterways plans to bring members of the chorale aboard on a seven-night Romantic Danube river cruise on the AmaBella from Vilshofen, Germany, to Budapest
Oceania Cruises Reveals Broadway Entertainment Aboard New Vista Ship
In light of Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, Vista, the brand revealed new entertainment options to go hand in hand with the new dining offerings and luxury accommodations when the ship launches in May 2023! “With Vista, our first new ship in more than a decade, we have
Holland America Line Adds New Destinations And Longer Itineraries For 2024 – 2025 Caribbean Season
Holland America Line officially opened bookings for the brand’s 2024-2025 Caribbean season! Get ready for new destinations such as Boston and longer itineraries with up to 14 and 21 days at sea! MORE ABOUT THE CARIBBEAN SEASON The brand welcomes three new voyages that are 14 and 21 days.
Disney Cruise Line Celebrates Silver Anniversary At Sea With A Merchandise Drop
The two most loved Disney characters, Captain Mickey Mouse and Captain Minnie Mouse, showed off their official new look in honor of the brand’s “Silver Anniversary at Sea,” a special celebration of Disney Cruise Line’s 25th Anniversary later this summer. The “Silver A
Carnival President Christine Duffy and Chief Culinary Officer Emeril Lagasse to Welcome Guests on Carnival Venezia’s First Sailing
Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Venezia is months away from making her “Fun Italian Style” debut from Barcelona, Spain, on May 29, 2023! Today, the brand revealed that Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy and Chief Culinary Officer Emeril Lagasse will join in on
Reservations Are Now Open For MSC Cruises’ Latest Ship, MSC World America
Today, MSC Cruises has opened sales for its newest megaship, MSC World America! Launching in April 2025, the LNG-powered ship will be MSC Cruises’ second World Class ship and will offer sustainable cruising with “new immersive and unique experiences at sea.” MSC World America will sail from Po
Disney Cruise Line And The Singapore Tourism Board Bring Cruise Vacations To Southeast Asia
Today, Disney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism announced Southeast Asia as the newest cruise destination. This reveal came from Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro, and Singapore’s Minister for Transport and Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations, S. Iswaran. Under
Celebrity Cruises’ New Edge Series Ship Will Use Tri-Fueled Engine
Celebrity Cruises’ new Edge Series ship will advance the cruise industry’s use of alternative fuels with tri-fueled engines. The ship is the culmination of efforts by its parent company, Royal Caribbean Group, as well as the technology group Wärtsilä and shipyard Chantiers de L’Atlantiqu
Royal Caribbean Announces New Bars, Lounges, And Nightlife To Light Up Icon Of The Seas
Before you know it, Royal Caribbean International’s upcoming ship, Icon of the Seas, will be sailing the seven seas! Today, the brand unveiled Icon’s newest entertainment and evening experiences, with more than 15 bars and nightlife activities! Guests aboard will ring in happy hour and
The Ravioli Railroad
Dubbed the Food Valley of Italy, the region of Emilia-Romagna lies just north of Tuscany. Two millennia ago, Romans laid out the Via Emilia connecting cities from Piacenza, southeast of Milan, to Rimini, on the Adriatic Sea. Most will recognize regional city names in their own kitchens: Modena of ba
Brightline Gives A Tour Of Their New Train Maintenance Facility
Earlier this morning, Brightline executives Patrick Goddard, Michael Cegelis, Tom Rutkowski, and several engineers led a behind-the-scenes tour of Basecamp, a state-of-the-art train maintenance facility in Orlando, Florida. According to Brightline, the $100 million facility has started commissioning
Swan Hellenic Announces Cultural Cruises Along The Eastern And Western Coasts Of Africa
Reservations for Swan Hellenic’s cultural expedition cruises of Africa for 2023 are now open. Travelers can choose nine cruises with eight to 14-day itineraries on board SH Diana and SH Vega between March and November. Each cruise will have world-renowned experts and experienced expedition guides.
Join Us At SeaTrade For F&B at Sea 2023!
From March 28 – 29, 2023, join F&B@Sea for an immersive culinary experience. Visit curated content seminars, join in on live demonstrations, learn how to make hand-crafted cocktails, and so much more! There are so many ways to get involved and learn more about F&B @ Sea. Click below to
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Begins Construction of Ilma in France
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s newest ship, Ilma, has officially begun construction. The building dock received the first modular block of Ilma at the keel-laying ceremony held at the world-renowned shipyard Chantiers de l’Atlantique in Saint-Nazaire, France. “We are thrilled to celeb
CRUISE DEAL OF THE WEEK — MARCH 24, 2023
Hey cruisers! As March’s end draws closer and the weather gets warmer, exciting cruise itineraries and deals seem to be popping up like spring flowers! Today, we have amazing offers from Oceania Cruises that are too good to pass up! Keep reading to learn more! Oceania Cruises offers savings
MSC Euribia Reveals NEW ENTERTAINMENT EXPERIENCES AT SEA
MSC Euribia has revealed the ship’s new shows and venues to greet guests starting June 2023! Get ready for seven new productions and a new look at the Carousel Lounge. “We are so excited to announce our fun-filled entertainment offerings on our much-anticipated new flagship, MSC Eur
Princess Cruises Announces Lavazza As Offical Coffee Partner
Coffee drinkers commence! Princess Cruises has shared its latest partnership with the coffee brand Lavazza! The cruise line will begin rolling out Lavazza across all Princess ships throughout spring for guests to try hot coffee options and ready-to-drink cans. “Princess guests love their
