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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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    Royal Princess named Worlds Best Culinary Cruise Ship

    by Julie Bouchner October 24, 2025

    Princess Cruises announced that Royal Princess has been named the World’s Best Culinary Cruise Ship by the World Culinary Awards! Voted on by culinary professionals, industry experts, and travelers worldwide, …

    by Julie Bouchner October 24, 2025
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    Celebrity Cruises Welcomes Celebrity Xcel and Announces Celebrity Xcite

    by Julie Bouchner October 23, 2025

    Today, Celebrity Cruises took delivery of its newest ship, Celebrity Xcel, and revealed the name of its sixth Edge Series vessel, Celebrity Xcite, as construction began at the Chantiers de …

    by Julie Bouchner October 23, 2025
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    Royal Caribbean Unveils Summer 2027 Alaska Cruises

    by Julie Bouchner October 22, 2025

    Royal Caribbean has unveiled its summer 2027 Alaska lineup, offering travelers new ways to explore The Last Frontier. Guests can choose from 7-night sailings aboard Anthem, Quantum, Serenade, and Voyager …

    by Julie Bouchner October 22, 2025
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    Celebrity Edge Begins 2025-2026 Australia & New Zealand Season

    by Julie Bouchner October 21, 2025

    ChatGPT said: Celebrity Edge has started its third Australia season, sailing from Sydney after a 19-night Transpacific voyage from Honolulu. Through April 2026, the ship will offer 17 itineraries ranging …

    by Julie Bouchner October 21, 2025
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    MSC Cruises Expands Formula 1® Partnership

    by Julie Bouchner October 20, 2025

    Coming off its role as title sponsor of the 2025 Austin Grand Prix™, MSC Cruises announced it will headline three Formula 1® World Championship races in 2026 — in Austin, …

    by Julie Bouchner October 20, 2025
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    PONANT EXPLORATIONS Extends “Enticing Iceland” Offer

    by Julie Bouchner October 20, 2025

    PONANT EXPLORATIONS has extended its “Enticing Iceland” offer, giving travelers more time to save on a voyage to Iceland. On select 2026 departures booked by November 23, 2025, guests can …

    by Julie Bouchner October 20, 2025
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    MSC Group Marks Shore Power Milestone in Valletta

    by Julie Bouchner October 17, 2025

    MSC Group’s Cruise Division took another major step toward decarbonization as MSC World Europa and EXPLORA II connected to shore power at Valletta’s Grand Harbour on October 15 and 16, …

    by Julie Bouchner October 17, 2025
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    Silversea Unveils Largest-Ever Voyage Collection for 2027-2028

    by Julie Bouchner October 16, 2025

    Silversea has revealed its largest voyage collection for summer 2027 and winter 2027-2028, featuring 414 sailings across 12 ships from February 2027 to May 2028. The collection includes 271 classic …

    by Julie Bouchner October 16, 2025
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    MSC World Asia to Offer Largest Variety of Yacht Club Suites

    by Julie Bouchner October 16, 2025

    MSC Cruises’ newest flagship, MSC World Asia, will offer the fleet’s largest variety of MSC Yacht Club suites when she begins sailing the Mediterranean on December 4, 2026. Introducing the …

    by Julie Bouchner October 16, 2025
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    Celebrity Xcel to Debut All-New Entertainment Experiences

    by Julie Bouchner October 15, 2025

    When Celebrity Xcel sails in November, guests will enjoy three new theatre shows, two interactive club performances, live music, dance parties, and a wide range of activities, featuring the largest …

    by Julie Bouchner October 15, 2025
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    PortMiami Welcomes 10 New Ships for 2025–2026

    by Julie Bouchner October 14, 2025

    PortMiami will welcome 10 new cruise ships during the 2025–2026 season, including five new builds. The season begins in October 2025 with the arrival of Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth and Virgin …

    by Julie Bouchner October 14, 2025
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    Sapphire Princess Debuts New Upgrades After Drydock

    by Julie Bouchner October 14, 2025

    After a two-week drydock in Portland, Oregon, Sapphire Princess has returned to service with refreshed spaces and two new specialty restaurants—Makoto Ocean and Crown Grill—opening November 16, 2025. The 115,875-ton …

    by Julie Bouchner October 14, 2025
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    Oceania Cruises Names Food & Wine Best New Chefs Alumni as Godparents of Oceania Allura

    by Julie Bouchner October 13, 2025

    Oceania Cruises has named Food & Wine’s Best New Chefs as the official godparents of its newest ship, Oceania Allura. The ship, which debuted in July 2025, will be officially …

    by Julie Bouchner October 13, 2025
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    Emerald Cruises Launches Emerald Astra

    by Julie Bouchner October 9, 2025

    The Scenic Group has marked another milestone in river cruising with the float-out of Emerald Astra, the newest Emerald Star-Ship, at its shipyard in Turnu Severin, Romania, on September 30, …

    by Julie Bouchner October 9, 2025
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    Holland America Line Launches First Ever Lipstick Blending Bar at Sea

    by Julie Bouchner October 8, 2025

    Holland America Line is bringing beauty at sea to a whole new level with Blend Bar — the first-ever lipstick blending bar at sea. Guests can play, mix, and design …

    by Julie Bouchner October 8, 2025
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    Jacques Pépin Opens Revived Jacques Aboard Oceania Allura

    by Julie Bouchner October 8, 2025

    Oceania Cruises celebrated the return of its signature French restaurant, Jacques, aboard its newest ship, Oceania Allura™, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by the restaurant’s namesake and the line’s founding …

    by Julie Bouchner October 8, 2025
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    MSC Cruises Opens Bookings for Summer 2027 Alaska Cruises

    by Julie Bouchner October 8, 2025

    MSC Cruises has opened sales for its Summer 2027 Alaska cruises. Starting April 26, 2027, MSC Poesia will sail from Seattle on seven-night itineraries to Alaska’s top destinations, departing every …

    by Julie Bouchner October 8, 2025
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    MSC Seascape Countdown Begins for Galveston Sailings

    by Julie Bouchner October 7, 2025

    MSC Cruises is counting down to the arrival of MSC Seascape, set to debut in Galveston on Friday, November 7, 2025! The ship’s first sailing departs two days later, beginning …

    by Julie Bouchner October 7, 2025
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    CroisiEurope Launches Seine Paddlewheel Cruises

    by Julie Bouchner October 6, 2025

    CroisiEurope is introducing its first paddlewheel cruises on the Seine in 2026 with two new itineraries aboard MS R.E. Waydelich L.J!  The five‑night Little Gems of the Seine round‑trip from …

    by Julie Bouchner October 6, 2025
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    Star Princess Sets Sail on Maiden Voyage

    by Julie Bouchner October 6, 2025

    Star Princess begins her maiden voyage, departing Barcelona on an 11‑day Western Mediterranean itinerary. As the fleet’s 17th ship, she continues Princess Cruises’ tradition of innovation, elegance, and exceptional service. …

    by Julie Bouchner October 6, 2025
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