Bill Panoff

It’s just after sunrise, and I have the deck almost to myself. The sun is glistening on the Canadian waters, and a light breeze rolls in off the sea. A …

He brought a sense of music and design to building genuine experiences for travelers.

I hope when you watch the video, you get a sense of how much we enjoyed being there and telling the story of the Cayman Islands.

What will cruising look like in the future? I spoke with cruise and tourism industry veteran Giora Israel about where the industry is heading, including the growth of ultra-luxury and …

Malta was one of those destinations that surprised me at every turn. I knew it had a fascinating history, but seeing it firsthand was something different. Walking through Valletta, exploring …

I’m truly thrilled and honored to be featured in Seatrade Cruise News, a publication that has long been at the heart of the global cruise industry. After spending so many …

We came to the Cayman Islands ready to explore, experience something new, and take in everything these beautiful islands had to offer. What we didn’t expect was just how much …

Exciting times ahead for PortMiami. I sat down with my good friend and the new port director, Jonathan Daniels, to talk about building on strong momentum and what’s next for …

Today I’m releasing a conversation I’ve been excited to share: my sit-down with Anna Nash, President of Explora Journeys, on everything new aboard EXPLORA III. We talk through the design …

After more than four decades of reviewing ships around the world, I’ve learned something. The best cruise ships aren’t always the biggest. They’re not always the newest. And they’re certainly …

What does the future of cruising really look like?In this exclusive interview, Bill Panoff sits down with CLIA President & CEO Charles “Bud” Darr to discuss the biggest issues shaping …

Could a luxury river cruise become the future of business travel?Transcend Cruises is taking a different approach to river cruising by creating fully customized, five star experiences designed exclusively for …

Discover Mackinac Island, Michigan, one of the most unique destinations in the United States, where automobiles have been banned for more than 100 years.With no traffic jams or honking horns, …

Ever wondered how you can experience a cruise before you even step onboard? In this exclusive interview, Bill Panoff sits down with Daniel Silva and Jason Gelineau of Panomax Cruises …

I had the pleasure of sitting down with our good friend, Bud Darr, President and CEO of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), for an insightful conversation covering a wide range …

From onboard Wi-Fi and IPTV to dining reservations, guest communications, and AI-driven innovations, XControl has become one of the cruise industry’s leading technology providers, powering the digital experiences behind more …

Join me aboard Victory Cruise Lines for an unforgettable Great Lakes adventure, where we’ll explore some of North America’s most captivating cities, breathtaking natural wonders, and hidden gems. Our journey …

With over 40 years in the cruise industry, I’ve had the privilege of meeting and interviewing many of the leaders shaping our business. But I have to say, I’ve never …

In this interview, we sit down with Alex Marchant, Director of Entertainment Creative Development & Strategy at Royal Caribbean International, to discuss the addition of America’s Got Talent Live on …

I’ve cruised on some incredible ships around the world… but there was something about SeaDream I that completely caught me off guard. The service felt personal, the food was next-level, …