Join Piper’s Angels on a Journey from the Bahamas to Florida
Midnight on a beach in Bimini. A light balmy breeze rustles the palms beside the calm, gin-clear sea. A mere 80 miles westward, Florida’s sandy shoreline beckons. Start paddling – you won’t be alone. 100 paddlers made the Crossing For A Cure™ last June, and over 160 have registered th
New River Cruise Bike Tours Starting in Asia
River cruising through Asian countries like Cambodia, Vietnam and Thailand is an adventure most have never experienced. Grasshopper Adventures is launching three unique bike tours and cruise adventures for 2019 and 2020 on the Mekong in Cambodia/Vietnam, the Brahmaputra in India and the River Kwai i
Great Cruise Ports for Scuba Diving and Swimming
If you are planning a cruise and are looking for fun off-boat adventure in the beautiful waters of your cruise ports and destinations, these are some of the best places for a day spent diving, snorkeling or scuba diving. These destinations include ports that are great for beginners and professionals
Cruise Deal of the Week – March 15, 2019
The week we spring forward’ is a tough one. Not only do we lose an hour of sleep, but we all have to readjust our internal clocks sunrise coming a little later. In order to help make your week just a little bit better, our cruise deal this week from Norwegian Cruise Line is one […]
Grape Destinations: Why Blend Wine?
On a very special edition of Grape Destinations, we learn the ins and outs of wine blending from an industry professional. It really is an art. Using years of experience through analysis and countless tasting trials we work to perfect the best end result, which is a real tasty wine! Typic
New Ocean Ship Caters to Solo Cruisers
Fans of Vantage Deluxe World Travel and their award-winning river cruise itineraries have something to smile about today. Vantage Cruise Line is advancing past cruising the world’s most famous rivers with the announcement of a new ocean ship set for launch in 2021. Ocean Explorer will be a small-s
Railway to the Rockies: The Most Romantic Way to Travel
Traveling somewhere new offers a unique way to discover something unexpected about yourself and the person you love — no matter how long you’ve been together. If you’re daydreaming into the future, rethinking your vacation plans, or celebrating a special occasion or a milestone anniversary, sp
Cruise Deal of the Week – March 8th, 2019
Everyone likes a bonus. Whether it’s at work or when you book yourself an awesome cruise, getting more is always a good thing. If you’re all about bonuses, then the Bonus Saving Days from Silversea Cruises is something you’re going want to check out! Bonus Saving Days Silversea is
Bora Bora: Your Dream Vacation
This article is the 3rd of a three part series by Porthole Cruise Magazine contributor Georgina Cruz chronicling her voyage aboard a Holland America Line world cruise. The three parts focus on a unique island in French Polynesia: Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora. Today, Georgina takes us on a tour of B
5 Fun Things to Do on your Key West Cruise
Key West is one of the most beautiful and exciting cities in the Florida Keys. Dubbed as “the Southernmost City in the United States,” Key West has so much to offer locals and tourists alike. If you’re planning a Key West cruise and want to spice up your trip with interesting activities and at
Cruise Deal of the Week – March 1, 2019
Sometimes you just have to cruise. But that doesn’t mean you have to cruise at full price. Savvy cruisers know that a great deal on a cruise vacation is out there if you just know where to look! Right Deal + Perfect Cruise Holland America Line is running a fantastic promotion on cruises from n
Benefits of Using AirBnB in a Foreign Country
Traveling is fun and exciting. Besides the choice of what country to visit and what to do when you get there, one of the most important things to choose when planning a vacation to a foreign country is what accommodations you will stay in. Nowadays there are so many options: hotel, hostel, AirBnB. M
Cruise Deal of the Week – February 15, 2019
Love is in the air, so why not book a cruise with a line whose name literally means love! Ama (or amor) means love in Spanish and AmaWaterways is offering one of their best deals yet in honor of Valentine’s Day! Actually, it’s really THREE offers all rolled into one awesome cruise deal.
6 Tips for Booking a Last-Minute Winter Cruise
Everyone looks forward to the end of the year. The early winter months represent holidays, celebrations, and quality time with family and friends. However, the winter weather, stressful end of year deadlines, and the celebratory moments also drain your energy. The perfect remedy for the post-holiday
Cruise Deal of the Week – February 8, 2019
There’s plenty of good cruise deals floating around the web, but not many of them actually make you say wow! Royal Caribbean is running a flash sale this weekend with some pretty awesome deals and savings and they’re calling it the WOW Sale. The sale runs through Sunday the 10th of Febru
Emeralds of Cartagena: Colombia’s Prized Gemstone
Here in Cartagena, a bustling port city on Colombia’s Northern coast, tourists flock from cruise ships to experience one of South America’s most distinct regions. Many are after something specific as they venture into the city, a gemstone which played a pivotal role in Cartagena’s history. Car
1 Millionth Passenger Cruises Through Port of New Orleans
More than a million cruise passengers grabbed their feather masks and loaded up on beignets for a cruise out of New Orleans in 2018, up 2.3% from the previous year. It’s the fifth straight year the Big Easy has topped a million cruise passengers and its estimated the yearly cruisers bring near
What’s the Best Hotel in the World?
We all know a bad hotel when we see one, but what makes a great hotel? The team over at U.S. News & World Report put together their annual list of the world’s best hotels and can you guess who took the top spot? Best American Hotels Here’s a hint for the top US hotel: […]
Recapping Oprah’s Girls’ Getaway Cruise
Every cruise is special in its own way, but the Girls’ Getaway cruise hosted by media icon Oprah and news personality Gayle King was one passengers on board will remember forever. Not only did Ms. Winfrey herself cruise with thousands of her fans, but also the editorial team of O, The Oprah Magazi
Cruise Deal of the Week – February 1, 2019
One of the biggest weekends in America is finally here and in honor of Super Bowl Sunday, Celebrity Cruises has a winning deal no matter who you’re rooting for! Seriously, the deal is so good it would make even Bill Belichick smile! A Super Deal If you’re like most America’s, you&#