Crystal Esprit Debuts | Cruise News – Dec. 22, 2015
Crystal Esprit Debuts, Marking the Start of Crystal’s Unprecedented Expansion On July 20, 2015, Crystal Cruises celebrated its 25th anniversary, and Edie Rodriguez, president and CEO of the cruise line, says she could not be more excited about what the next 25 years hold. But “cruise line” wil
Royal Caribbean’s Empress of the Seas Heads to Miami | Cruise News – Dec. 21, 2015
Royal Caribbean’s Empress of the Seas Heads to Miami for Short Caribbean Cruises Cruise News – Dec. 21, 2015 The newly enhanced Empress of the Seas is returning to the Royal Caribbean International fleet in March 2016 to offer 4- and 5-night getaways from Miami to Nassau, The Bahamas;
Norwegian Escape’s Inaugural Voyages Break Social Media Record | Cruise News – Dec. 21, 2015
Norwegian Escape’s Inaugural Voyages Break Social Media Record Cruise News – Dec. 21, 2015 Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest and largest ship, Norwegian Escape, experienced a record-breaking social media milestone during its inaugural celebrations from October 22–November 11, 2015. During
Cruise Deal of the Week – Dec. 18, 2015
Cruise Deal of the Week – Dec. 18, 2015 DEAL: Oceania Cruises is offering new savings with a revamped OLife Choice promotion, giving guests complimentary amenities such as free unlimited Internet access and a choice of a beverage package, free shore excursions, or a shipboard credit. The number of
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Dec. 18, 2015
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Dec. 18, 2015 Pandaw River Expeditions is expanding their reach from the rivers of Southeast Asia to the ocean with the acquisition of a new motor yacht, MY Andaman Explorer. The rugged ship, originally built as an ice-class Norwegian coast guard ship, is now outfitte
Coming Soon: A New Caribbean Island! | Cruise News – Dec. 17, 2015
Coming Soon: A New Private Island! MSC Cruises becomes latest cruise line to create an exclusive island experience for cruise guests. Cruise News – Dec. 17, 2015 MSC Cruises has unveiled ambitious plans to create a private island experience in the Bahamas for its guests. The project was offi
Five Faves: Sailaway Stocking Stuffers
Porthole‘s Five Faves Five Faves: Sailaway Stocking Stuffers If you’re seeking great gifts for your favorite cruise traveler, we’ve got a handful of fun ideas. Is there one last empty spot on your holiday gift list? Luckily, there’s still time to get those last-minute stocking stuffers f
MSC Cruises Opens Bookings for MSC Seaside | Cruise News – Dec. 15, 2015
MSC Cruises Opens Bookings for MSC Seaside, Reveals Unique Ship Design Features Cruise News – Dec. 15, 2015 MSC Cruises has announced that MSC Seaside, the first ship of the cruise line’s “Seaside” generation of ships, is now open for booking. Known as “the ship that follows the sun
Carnival’s “Merry Grinchmas” Celebrations Bring Holiday Cheer to Hospitalized Kids | Cruise News – Dec. 14, 2015
Carnival’s “Merry Grinchmas” Celebrations Bring Holiday Cheer to Hospitalized Kids Cruise News – Dec. 14, 2015 Carnival Cruise Line, in partnership with Dr. Seuss Enterprises, brought some holiday cheer to kids at the Medical University of South Carolina Children’s Hospital in Charlest
Cruise Deal of the Week – Dec. 11, 2015
Cruise Deal of the Week Dec. 11, 2015 [sf_iconbox image=”ss-star” character=”” type=”left-icon-alt” title=”Porthole’s Featured Cruise Deal of the Week!” animation=”fade-in” animation_delay=”100″] DEAL: Save big on European riv
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Dec. 11, 2015
Porthole Cruise News Briefs Dec. 11, 2015 Jimmy Buffett has opened his first Margaritaville restaurant in the Bahamas. The open-air, waterfront-concept environment has been established on Paradise Island, one of the songwriter’s favorite vacation spots – and in fact the location is right next to
Lindblad to Build Two New U.S.-Flagged Ships | Cruise News – Dec. 10, 2015
Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic to Build Two New U.S.-Flagged Coastal Vessels Cruise News – Dec. 10, 2015 Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic has announced that it has signed definitive agreements with Nichols Brothers Boat Builders for the newbuild of two U.S.-flagged coastal ve
Can’t Help Falling in Love with an Elvis Theme Cruise | Cruise News – Dec. 9, 2015
Can’t Help Falling in Love with an Elvis Theme Cruise Cruise News – Dec. 9, 2015 Elvis will be “Rockin’ the Mekong” in September 2016 with one of Australia’s leading tribute artists, Damian Mullin, teaming up with The Cruise Gallery for a one-of-a-kind travel experience. Guests will
Star Clippers to Offer Free Yoga and Meditation Classes| Cruise News – Dec. 8, 2015
Star Clippers to Offer Free Yoga and Meditation Classes Cruise News – Dec. 8, 2015 Star Clippers has announced it will offer complimentary yoga and meditation classes aboard select sailings on all three of its ships in the Mediterranean in 2016. The classes will be open to all fitness levels a
Five Faves: How to get in the seasonal spirit at sea
Porthole’s Five Faves Cruising For Christmas How to get in the seasonal spirit when you’re at sea When your winter travels include not just being away from home for the holidays, but being away from terra firma altogether, it can be difficult to truly get in the spirit of this wintry season. Her
Porthole Cruise Views: Meet five Carnival Corporation brands
First-time cruisers may not realize that Carnival Corporation is made up of 10 very different cruise brands available for every type of traveler. Meet five of them and discover what makes each unique.
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Dec. 4, 2015
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Dec. 4, 2015 As part of the refit of Queen Mary 2, Cunard Line has announced a major redesign of Kings Court, the informal buffet. During the ocean liner’s drydock from May 27 to June 21, 2016, Kings Court will be rebuilt as a more open space. To go along [&hell
Cruise Deal of the Week #2 – Dec. 4, 2015
[sf_iconbox image=”ss-star” character=”” type=”left-icon-alt” title=”Porthole’s Featured Cruise Deal of the Week!” animation=”fade-in” animation_delay=”100″] DEAL 2: Fathom, the social impact cruise brand, is offering three wa
Cruise Deal of the Week #1 – Dec. 4, 2015
[sf_iconbox image=”ss-star” character=”” type=”left-icon-alt” title=”Porthole’s Featured Cruise Deal of the Week!” animation=”fade-in” animation_delay=”100″] DEAL 1: Tall-ship line Star Clippers is offering a $75 Amazon gift c
Chocolate Journeys with Princess Cruises | Cruise News – Dec. 3, 2015
Chocolate Journeys with Princess Cruises Cruise News – Dec. 3, 2015 Princess Cruises, along with its partner, chocolatier Norman Love, is now offering a new series of “Chocolate Journeys” – featuring rich signature desserts in new venues, chocolate pairings with tea, special chocolate-in
