Porthole Cruise and Travel

Crystal has unveiled new family and outdoor spaces that will debut aboard Crystal Grace when the ship enters service in 2028. Located on Deck 11, the new outdoor family area …

Oceania Cruises has announced two appointments to its North America sales leadership team. Alicia Steuart has joined the company as Senior Director of Sales, and Michael von Wittenau has been …

Century Cruises has taken delivery of Century Star, the company’s first river cruise ship built for the European market. The 174-guest vessel was delivered by Dutch shipbuilder Concordia Damen and …

Cruise lines are increasingly looking for ways to add value to Premium Wi-Fi packages while creating new opportunities for onboard revenue growth. For Ambassador Cruise Line, that strategy included bundling …

MSC Group’s Cruise Division released its 2025 Sustainability Report, outlining progress in decarbonization, destination management, biodiversity and workforce initiatives across MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys. The report states both brands …

Explora Journeys has opened reservations for “A Serene Mediterranean,” EXPLORA II’s Winter 2026-2027 Journeys Collection, along with select additional sailings. Sailing from November 2026 through March 2027, the collection includes …

Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, marked a new chapter in its partnership with the Explora Journeys Swiss SailGP Team at the Apex Group Bermuda …

I sat down with Bud Darr, CEO of CLIA, right in the middle of Seatrade Cruise Global—and one thing is very clear… cruising is not just back, it’s evolving in …

The Pacific Northwest is a region known for its dreams. It’s famous for its long winters (witness the band of the same name), and for the visionary craftiness that those …

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled its 2028–2029 Legendary Journeys Collection. The collection includes three Grand Voyages ranging from 61 to 101 nights, designed for travelers looking for longer, more …

Browse this year’s party album! The 2026 Annual Porthole Party didn’t just live up to the hype… it raised the bar once again. This year delivered our biggest attendance ever, …

At Seatrade 2026, Bill Panoff sits down with Anna Nash to break down how Explora Journeys is rethinking life at sea. From the vision behind a “luxury hotel at sea” …

Princess Cruises has been recognized with four prestigious nominations at the 2026 F&B@Sea Awards, underscoring the cruise line’s continued leadership in culinary excellence, beverage innovation, and talent development across its …

Cruise connectivity has entered a new era, and it’s about much more than just Wi-Fi. In this exclusive interview, Bill Panoff sits down with Kidsan Barnes of Quvia to explore …

Diamonds in the rough are nothing but carbon subjected to heat, pressure, and time; they all start as something like this. Charred wood. The beauty of the material emerges from …

At Princess Cruises, dining at sea is no longer just buffets and main dining rooms. Under the direction of Vice President of Food and Beverage Sami Kohen, the line is …

Norwegian Cruise Line has taken delivery of Norwegian Luna, the 21st ship in its fleet, from Fincantieri at the shipyard in Marghera. Norwegian Luna is the second ship in the …

Chef Regina Charboneau, known as the “Queen of Biscuits,” will appear at Books & Books in Coral Gables on Friday, March 13, from 7 to 8 p.m. to discuss her …

Silversea has unveiled the interiors of its 150-room hotel, The Cormorant at 55 South, in Puerto Williams, Chile. Set to open in October 2026, the property will serve as a …

On February 14, 2026, Star Princess was honored by the Chaine des Rotisseurs Miami Bailliage during a special Valentine’s Day celebration! A recognition plate was presented to Rodrigo Llaguna, newly …