Porthole Cruise and Travel Magazine

Porthole’s Five Faves Cruiser Abroad Five “Calculated Risks” for Ovation of the Seas Cruising in China Pushing the envelope appears to be a core business strategy for Royal Caribbean International. …

Holland America Line Collaborates with Top Sushi Chef Andy Matsuda Cruise News – Jun. 14, 2016 Holland America Line’s shipboard chefs will now be learning from renowned sushi chef, Andy Matsuda of …

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Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jun. 10, 2016 * Celebrity Cruises has announced the names (and photos, above) of their new Galapagos Islands ships: Celebrity Xperience and the twin-hulled Celebrity …

Cruise Deal of the Week – Jun. 10, 2016 Until July 6, Princess Cruises is holding “Red, White & Blue Sale” with cruises departing from North America to the Caribbean, …

Viking Ocean Cruises Announces 10 New Itineraries, More Than 30 New Ports Cruise News – Jun. 10, 2016 Viking Ocean Cruises has announced the addition of 10 new itineraries to …

New Cruise Line to Sail Canada and Great Lakes, Florida-to-Cuba Cruises Cruise News – Jun. 8, 2016 A new cruise line is set to begin sailing from Montreal, Canada, to …

Love Thy Ocean Five Fave Programs to Support the Sea Today is World Oceans Day, a day of ocean celebration and collaboration for a better future. This year’s theme is …

Holland America Celebrates Grand Opening of Denali Square in Alaska Cruise News – Jun. 7, 2016 Guests on Holland America Line’s Alaska Land+Sea Journeys can now experience new dining, entertainment, …

Cruise Deal of the Week – Jun. 3, 2016 Cunard Line has announced its Big Balcony Event, offering a free upgrade from Oceanview to Balcony cabins, plus, for $50 more, …

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jun. 3, 2016 Disney Cruise Line has announced some of the enhancements awaiting Disney Wonder during the ship’s refurbishment this fall, including a Southern-style restaurant, …

Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils Luxury Features, Family-Friendly Amenities at Great Stirrup Cay Cruise News – June 2, 2016 Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed details of the new experiences that await …

Legend of the Seas to Depart Royal Caribbean Fleet Cruise News – Jun. 2, 2016 Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell Royal …

Porthole‘s Five Faves Passage to Paradise The ever-popular 7-night Western Mediterranean cruise itinerary typically includes ports in Spain, France, and Italy, treating visitors to ancient cities, diverse architecture, amazing art, …

MSC Cruises Launches Private Island Off Abu Dhabi Coast Cruise News – Jun. 1, 2016 MSC Cruises has announced initial details of its second exclusive island destination, the Sir Bani …

Carnival Shares Famous Guy Fieri Burger Recipe Cruise News – National Hamburger Day, May 28, 2016 Carnival Cruise Line is celebrating National Hamburger Day by providing hungry fans with a …

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – May 27, 2016 Travelers aboard Crystal Esprit’s voyages in the Seychelles will now be able to extend their vacations with an “Extended Land Program” consisting …

Cruise Deal of the Week – May 27, 2016 American Queen Steamboat Company is offering a special Memorial Day sale in honor of those who served in the armed forces. …

Princess Cruises Debuts Behind-the-Scenes Documentary of Its New Musical Revue Cruise News – May 26, 2016 Last fall, Princess Cruises announced a new musical revue titled Magic to Do, from the Oscar-, Grammy-, and Tony award–winning composer of Wicked, Pippin, and Godspell, Stephen …

Cruising Deep Five favorite attractions that go below the ocean’s surface The ocean is what makes the cruise – without it, a cruise ship is just a big metal hotel …