Do I Have to Take My Passport on a Cruise?
Swimsuit? Check. Sunscreen? Check. Hawaiian shirt? Check. When it comes to packing for your cruise vacation, everybody knows the essentials. However, not everyone knows the rules when it comes to taking important documents with them on them ship. It may seem like a no-brainer to bring along your pas
Cruise Deal of the Week – June 21, 2019
You don’t have to go far to find a great cruise. While most think of cruising as taking a trip to the Caribbean or to one of Europe’s famous rivers, there are plenty of options right here in America when it comes to finding a great cruise. American Queen Steamboat Company recently announ
Cruising to Cozumel: A Day at Playa Mia Grand Beach Park
The friendly island of Cozumel is a cruiser’s paradise. From the moment you step off the ship, the opportunity for fun and relaxation are all around. Cruisers always love options and one of the best places in Cozumel to do it all is Playa Mia Grand Beach Park. A full service beach club located
Cruising to Galataport Istanbul: Modern City, Ancient Roots
For thousands of years, a port city on the shores of the Sea of Marmara served as one of the most important economic centers in all the world. Known then as Constantinople, today as Istanbul, few cities across the world boast a more unique culture and history. It became the capital of the Roman Empi
Giving Back with Windstar Cruises
It’s easy to spot Windstar Cruises’ Wind Surf as she sits in port waiting for a new crop of excited cruisers to step aboard. She is the world’s largest sailing ship, after all. Even flanked by larger ships on either side, the Wind Surf’s distinct masts and sleek hull stand out again
Virgin Voyages Trolls South Dakota With Branson at the Helm
It’s a great day to be from South Dakota! When it comes to viral marketing, nobody does it better than Virgin Voyages. As the 2020 launch of the Scarlet Lady continues to creep closer, the team at Virgin Voyages booking department made a startling discovery: nobody from South Dakota had booked a c
5 Can’t Miss Spots for a Day Trip to Merida
When you reach the Yucatec capital city of Merida, you may wonder if you are still in Mexico. Through the gift of geography, Merida retains the richness of its Mayan and Spanish history. It’s easy to see why this city is known as “La Ciudad Blanca” (White City) from the white stone used in the
A Tourist’s Guide to Miami’s Lincoln Road
Some cities just feel like vacation. From the sights and scenery to the food and entertainment, Miami Beach drips with a laissez-faire attitude perfect for those visitors primed for a great vacation. If you can somehow pull yourself away from the soft sand and warm waters of one of America’s best
Cruise Deal of the Week – May 17, 2019
You can buy a lot of things for $600. That’s how much cruisers are saving with the latest deal from Holland America Line! A new deal called Oceans of Extras means guests are getting hundreds to spend at sea and a bunch of other perks that are sure to make your cruise vacation a great […
Readers’ Choice Awards 2019 Voting is Now Open!
It’s your favorite time of year cruisers! The annual Porthole Cruise Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards 2019 edition is ready for you to cast your vote. Choose the best of the best when it comes to your favorite cruise lines, ships, destinations and a whole lot more! Click “VOTE NOW&#
Hurtigruten Unveils New Electric Explorer Catamarans
For some, the future of cruising is floating cities with everything you could ever need to have a good time. For others, the future of cruising is sustainability and adventure. Hurtigruten certainly falls in the second category thanks to the unveiling of their new electric explorer catamaran set for
Cruise Deal of the Week – May 10, 2019
What does Mom really want for Mother’s Day? You could go with the traditional route of flowers and the like, or you could step it up with year and show your Mom how much you really care! Holland America Line has revamped their gift card services so it’s easier than ever to give Mom the [
Deal of the Day – April 26, 2019
Here’s a fun challenge; hop on your favorite airline booking site and see if you can snag some free tickets to Antarctica. No dice? Well thankfully Hurtigruten is here to make sure your cruise vacation isn’t saddled down by high prices to fly. The price for those flying from select airpo
The Ultimate Game of Thrones Cruise
Do you think they take vacations in Westeros? Seems like after the last few years in the Seven Kingdoms, everyone could use a little rest and recuperation. If you’d prefer a ship full of tourists to a ship full of Iron-born, Variety Cruises is offering a unique way for Game of Thrones fans to get
Martha Stewart Celebrates Discovery with MSC Cruises (VIDEO)
From magazines to television and everything in between, Martha Stewart is as well known in the home, cooking and gardening industries as anyone. Now the famed decorating guru is taking her talents to the high seas thanks to a new culinary and discovery program with MSC Cruises. The partnership is be
Making it Safer to Fly with Pets
You can’t bring your pet with you on every vacation, but a new service from VistaJet is making it safer and easier to fly with your furry friends. VistaPet is a new service designed to make sure all passengers make it to their destination, no matter how many legs they have. Why VistaPet? VistaJet
Scenes from the Porthole Cruise Party 2019!
The Porthole Cruise Party, Porthole Cruise Magazine’s afterparty event at Seatrade Cruise Global, was a huge success again this year with cruise line executives and industry partners flocking to the Paris Theater on Miami Beach for an action-packed evening full of singing, dancing and fun! Che
Cruise Deal of the Week – April 19, 2019
Have you ever gone all in? No, not at a card table, but on a much-deserved cruise vacation! MSC Cruises, one of the biggest names in the industry, wants you to go all in on your next vacation and they have just the deal to make it happen. Save big with unlimited drinks, free wifi […]
Finding Your Emerald in Cartagena
Stopping in the beautiful port city of Cartagena, Colombia, cruisers often have one thing on their mind: find the perfect emerald. Shore excursions offer a limited time-period in which to view the sights, sounds and culture of Colombia’s premier seaside city, so knowing where to look first is smar
Don’t Forget This One Thing on Your Caribbean Vacation
Mountainous islands burst forth from crystal clear water. Tropical birds whistle and caw from palm to palm. Fish dart among coral reefs teeming with life. Happy vacationers sink their toes in soft, white sand, ice cold drinks and a great book in hand. There’s truly nothing on Earth like a great Ca
