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Julie Bouchner is the Marketing Lead for Porthole Cruise and Travel. She has a Master’s Degree in Journalism from Syracuse University. When she is not writing, she enjoys traveling, spending time with family, baking, and playing with her Siberian Husky named Ellie.

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    Star Princess Delivered to Princess Cruises

    by Julie Bouchner September 26, 2025

    Star Princess, the second Sphere-Class ship in the Princess Cruises fleet, was officially delivered today at Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, becoming the 17th ship in the cruise line’s global …

    by Julie Bouchner September 26, 2025
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    Archer Roose Wines Available Fleetwide on Princess Cruises

    by Julie Bouchner September 25, 2025

    Archer Roose Wines, a rapidly growing canned wine brand, is now the first official canned wine partner for Princess Cruises. The partnership marks the first time Archer Roose Wines will …

    by Julie Bouchner September 25, 2025
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    Explora Journeys Launches Early Fall Mediterranean Cruises

    by Julie Bouchner September 25, 2025

    Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, invites travelers to experience the Mediterranean’s quieter, more intimate beauty before it fades. From now until November, EXPLORA I …

    by Julie Bouchner September 25, 2025
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    Regent Seven Seas Partners With American Cancer Society on F1 VIP Sweepstakes

    by Julie Bouchner September 24, 2025

    Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, in partnership with the American Cancer Society, is launching a sweepstakes for the chance to win an Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ VIP weekend experience in …

    by Julie Bouchner September 24, 2025
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    MSC Poesia to Undergo Major Upgrade Ahead of 2026 Alaska Season

    by Julie Bouchner September 24, 2025

    MSC Cruises will add its signature luxury experience, the MSC Yacht Club, to MSC Poesia as part of one of the largest upgrades in the ship’s history. The refurbishment will …

    by Julie Bouchner September 24, 2025
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    Explora Unveils “Invitation to Discover” Offer

    by Julie Bouchner September 18, 2025

    Explora Journeys, MSC Group’s luxury ocean travel brand, has launched its latest offer, An Invitation to Discover. For a limited time, guests can receive up to $1,000 USD in Destination …

    by Julie Bouchner September 18, 2025
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    Oceania Cruises Announces 230+ Itineraries for 2027-2028

    by Julie Bouchner September 17, 2025

    Oceania Cruises’ 2027–2028 Collection features more than 230 itineraries across seven ships, ranging from 7 to 96 days on all seven continents. Highlights include a 59-day South Pacific Grand Voyage …

    by Julie Bouchner September 17, 2025
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    Viking Takes Delivery of Viking Tonle

    by Julie Bouchner September 16, 2025

    Viking has just welcomed its newest river ship, the Viking Tonle, which will sail exclusively on Southeast Asia’s Mekong River. Designed for the 15-day Magnificent Mekong itinerary, the ship joins …

    by Julie Bouchner September 16, 2025
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    Celebrity Xcel Completes Sea Trials

    by Julie Bouchner September 15, 2025

    Celebrity Cruises’ newest ship, Celebrity Xcel, hit the open sea for the first time on Saturday, September 13, marking a major milestone ahead of its inaugural season! Under Captain Kirk …

    by Julie Bouchner September 15, 2025
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    MSC Seascape Unveils Texas-Inspired Entertainment from Galveston

    by Julie Bouchner September 15, 2025

    MSC Cruises revealed expanded entertainment offerings on MSC Seascape, sailing from Galveston starting in November 2025. The ship will feature MSC Cruises’ signature style with a Texan twist, led by …

    by Julie Bouchner September 15, 2025
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    Carnival Enhances Loyalty Program for Diamond and Platinum Guests

    by Julie Bouchner September 15, 2025

    Carnival Cruise Line is raising the bar for loyal guests with exciting updates to its new Carnival Rewards™ program, set to launch June 1, 2026. The enhancements are designed to …

    by Julie Bouchner September 15, 2025
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    Silversea Unveils Three Flexible Fare Options

    by Julie Bouchner September 11, 2025

    Starting September 11, 2025, Silversea is introducing three fare types, giving guests more ways to customize their journeys with add-ons like air travel, hotels, transfers, and land experiences. The line’s …

    by Julie Bouchner September 11, 2025
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    Princess Cruises Launches New Mexican Riviera Shore Excursions

    by Julie Bouchner September 10, 2025

    Princess Cruises, which has sailed the Mexican Riviera since 1965 beginning with the Princess Patricia, announced 13 new shore excursions across Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Manzanillo, Mazatlán, and Puerto …

    by Julie Bouchner September 10, 2025
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    Explora Journeys Announces Asia Debut with Explora V

    by Julie Bouchner September 10, 2025

    Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of MSC Group, has revealed its 2027–2028 Journeys Collection. This season marks the brand’s first Journeys through Asia and the launch of EXPLORA …

    by Julie Bouchner September 10, 2025
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    Oceania Cruises Enhances “Your World Included” Program

    by Julie Bouchner September 10, 2025

    Starting September 17, 2025, Oceania Cruises will expand its Your World Included program with a choice of two new amenities: Shore excursion credit of up to $600 per guest, based …

    by Julie Bouchner September 10, 2025
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    Sea Cloud Cruises Offers Limited-Time Discounts for Solo Travelers in 2026

    by Julie Bouchner September 9, 2025

    Sea Cloud Cruises announces that solo travelers can book all 2026 sailings with no single supplement, plus Early Bird savings of up to 25% on all-inclusive fares. The promotion applies …

    by Julie Bouchner September 9, 2025
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    Norwegian Cruise Line Reveals 2025 ‘Giving Joy’ Winners

    by Julie Bouchner September 9, 2025

    Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL) announced the winners of its annual Norwegian’s Giving Joy® program, awarding 20 educators a cruise for two, with the top three receiving an invitation to sail …

    by Julie Bouchner September 9, 2025
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    MSC Cruises Brings Italian Flavors to F1

    by Julie Bouchner September 8, 2025

    At the 2025 Italian Grand Prix, MSC Cruises brought its signature cuisine trackside. As a Premium Partner of the BWT Alpine F1 Team, three of its chefs served dishes from …

    by Julie Bouchner September 8, 2025
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    Virgin Voyages Celebrates Brilliant Lady Launch in NYC at Pier 90

    by Julie Bouchner September 8, 2025

    Virgin Voyages debuted its newest ship, Brilliant Lady, this week at Pier 90 in New York City, welcoming more than 4,000 guests onboard. The event marked the cruise line’s official …

    by Julie Bouchner September 8, 2025
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    Royal Caribbean Celebrates Float out of Legend of the Seas

    by Julie Bouchner September 3, 2025

    Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas has reached a major construction milestone, touching water for the first time at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland. The ship will continue …

    by Julie Bouchner September 3, 2025
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