Drew Barrymore and Orlando Bloom to Headline MSC Cruises Big Game Commercial
MSC Cruises announced that Drew Barrymore and Orlando Bloom will star in the brand’s inaugural Big Game commercial. The 60-second ad will highlight MSC’s unique blend of European style and American comfort and feature its upcoming flagship, MSC World America. Barrymore and Bloom are part
Windstar To Partner with Stitch Lab for International Women’s Day
Windstar Cruises is partnering with Stitch Lab, which supports Latin American fashion designers, to celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month. They will host an International Women’s Cruise aboard Wind Surf from March 1 to 8, 2025, roundtrip from Philipsburg, St. Maarten. T
Cruise Greenland with HX
HX is launching cruises from New York to Greenland, starting June 21, 2025. The trips include flights from Newark to Nuuk and travel aboard the MS Fridtjof Nansen. “Greenland is on the cusp of transformation,” said Laali Berthelsen, Local Product Manager for HX Expeditions and Nuuk resident
Brightline Supports The Everglades
Brightline rail service is working hand in hand with the Everglades Foundation to save the Florida wetlands. The ecology-minded fast-train company is offering educational materials in all their stations, letting passengers know about the importance of preserving the Everglades — a vital source of
Victory Cruise Lines Unveils 2026 Season
Victory Cruise Lines has announced its 2026 season, featuring 40 all-inclusive voyages that explore the Great Lakes and Canadian coasts with new ports and itineraries. During Wave Season, all 2026 voyages include a $2,000 savings per stateroom, valid until March 15, 2025. “It seems like yester
PONANT Launches Winter Expeditions on the St. Lawrence River
In the 2025 winter season, PONANT will introduce the first-ever winter voyages on Canada’s St. Lawrence River. The Le Commandant Charcot, the world’s only luxury icebreaker, will navigate this icy landscape, offering travelers a unique opportunity to experience the winter environment typically i
Queen Anne Arrives in PortMiami
Cunard made history with Queen Anne‘s maiden call in Miami, marking her second stop in North America since her launch in May 2024. This event represents a significant milestone for Cunard as they prepare for Queen Elizabeth‘s arrival in Miami on October 16, when she will become the first
Celebrity Cruises Unveils ‘Dream Makers’ Campaign
Celebrity Cruises is launching ‘Dream Makers,’ an initiative that allows travelers to test and vote on new experiences for the Celebrity Xcel, set to debut in November 2025. “Our goal is to ensure guests love our products and experiences, so involving them in perfecting Celebrity X
Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Reveals Alaska Itineraries Aboard Luminara
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s 2026 Alaskan itineraries aboard Luminara feature 13 departures between May and September, visiting 11 ports in Alaska and Canada! These voyages highlight destinations such as Hubbard and Sawyer Glaciers, Juneau, Ketchikan, and remote villages, with departure
Oceania Cruises Welcomes Jacques on Allura
Oceania Cruises will introduce its French restaurant, Jacques, aboard Allura, which launches in mid-July. Named after celebrated chef Jacques Pépin, Jacques has won the hearts of guests on Marina and Riviera. It will also debut on Vista, Allura’s sister ship, in October 2025, joining other po
Get Ready for Porthole Party 2025!
You might remember Porthole Party 2024 – or at least some of it! The whole evening was spectacular, filling our exclusive Miami Beach venue with an atmosphere of luxury and excitement. Attendees enjoyed a lineup of top-notch entertainment, thrilling activities, and, as always, the opportunity to r
Queen Anne Debuts in New York
Cunard’s new ship, Queen Anne, made her North American debut today in New York after arriving from Southampton. This is Cunard’s first ship in 14 years, featuring 14 decks, 15 dining venues, and accommodating up to 3,000 guests. MORE ABOUT QUEEN ANNE For the first time, Cunard is led by two
Rottnest Island, Western Australia
“Help!” I called. I was seated on the edge of a raised patio, eating a sandwich, when suddenly a furry creature the size of a large house cat climbed onto my lap. The animal sat on his hind legs, his delicate finger-like digits on my chest. He was trying to reach my sandwich, which I [&hel
UnCruise Adventures Announces the Return of the Wilderness Adventurer
UnCruise Adventures is bringing back the Wilderness Adventurer for the 2025 season. The 60-guest vessel has been updated and will sail alongside other UnCruise ships to meet the high demand for the Glacier Bay Adventure with a 2-day itinerary. Many 2025 departures have already sold out. The Wilderne
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Unveils New Onboard Entertainment
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced a new lineup of onboard entertainment set to launch in 2025. These offerings include high-energy performances, immersive storytelling, and innovative concepts based on guest feedback, reflecting Regent’s commitment to luxury experiences. Continuing their
Royal Caribbean’s Artist Discovery Program Returns on Star of the Seas
Royal Caribbean is reviving its Artist Discovery Program to connect with the Caribbean’s culture and beauty! The program will debut on Star of the Seas in August 2025 in Port Canaveral, Florida, and will feature a platform for emerging artists to share their work with travelers. Artists f
Step Inside Sanctuary
Cairo is an electrifying place. Loud, chaotic and very crowded, this Middle Eastern megalopolis is fascinating, yet it also can be overwhelming in large doses. It has another side too, though. A quiet and peaceful side. Step inside one of Cairo’s churches, and you will find yourself immersed in hu
Crystal Cruises Reveals 2027 World Cruise
Crystal has announced its 2027 World Cruise aboard Crystal Serenity, a 140-night journey to 83 destinations. Travelers can explore Central and South America, French Polynesia, New Zealand, Australia, Asia, and Alaska. Bookings open on January 27, 2025, with a waitlist available. The cruise departs S
Savana, Queen of the Desert
It is that beguiling hour betwixt day and night, when the sky is fast transforming from tangerine to mauve and buriti trees are stark in silhouette, as we set out in search of a female maned wolf named Savana — not actually a wolf at all but the largest member of the South American Canidae [&helli
Holland America Line Partners with ‘Wheel of Fortune’
Holland America Line is launching “Cruise Week” from January 13-17, 2025, featuring a weeklong sponsorship with “Wheel of Fortune.” This is the first time a single cruise line will be showcased for an entire week on the show. Each episode will highlight a different travel destination aligned
