Silversea has launched its 2026 Wave Season offer, available on more than 800 voyages. Travelers can explore destinations from Athens to Antarctica with savings of up to 40 percent on …
Oceania Cruises has introduced two new dining concepts for Oceania Sonata, the first ship in its new Sonata Class, launching in August 2027. The ship will feature La Table par …
PortMiami had a strong year in Fiscal Year 2025, from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025, with record cruise passenger numbers and steady cargo growth. The port welcomed 8,564,225 …
Norwegian Aqua, the new resort-style ship from Norwegian Cruise Line, made its debut in Lisbon in mid-March. The new vessel is an enhanced version of sister ships Norwegian Prima and …
Cruise travelers aren’t just passing through Vancouver, they’re falling in love with it. I sat down with leaders from the Port of Vancouver and Tourism Vancouver to explore what truly …
Princess Cruises announced that Discovery Princess has been named the “Coolest Way To See Alaska” in the Good Housekeeping 2026 Travel Awards! The awards recognize the best travel experiences for …
Explora Journeys introduces Endless Worlds, its inaugural 128-day World Journey aboard EXPLORA I, running from January 6 to May 14, 2029. The voyage spans four continents, 29 countries and territories, …
The MSC Foundation and UNICEF have announced the next phase of their 16-year partnership, which has contributed $17 million to date. The new initiative, The Learning Bridge, will support about …
Century Star, the newest ship in Century Cruises’ fleet, will begin sailing the Danube River on September 18, 2026. This follows the company’s recent growth, which includes four eco-friendly ships …
Italy is back at ILTM Cannes 2025 and it’s making noise. The acclaimed “Be Unique” pop-up is returning to the Croisette this December, once again turning Italy’s signature luxury style …
Victory Cruise Lines announces that photographer Gary Bogdon will join the Victory I as a guest lecturer for the April 25 to May 5, 2026, Toronto to Chicago sailing. This …
Few European ports offer a more rewarding introduction than Lisbon. Before boarding Azamara Onward for a 14-day trans-Atlantic crossing, the city revealed itself in full autumn charm. We were welcomed …
In March 2026, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) will debut two new shows on the all-new Norwegian Luna: “Rocket Man: A Celebration of Elton John,” a hit-filled tribute to the music …
“Return! Come back, now!” our guide shouts behind us, with panic in his voice. Oh dear. Suddenly, I see not one, not two, but three gigantic whales surrounding us. They …
Brightline is introducing a special Caviar and Champagne PREMIUM Experience for Art Basel and Art Week, available December 4–6, 2025. For the first time, the rail service is partnering with …
Silversea has launched its 2025/2026 Caribbean and Central America season, starting with Silver Shadow on the first of 33 voyages through March 5, 2025. Four ships will sail seven- to …
I was so honored to moderate a powerhouse panel today with some of the brightest minds in the cruise industry at the inaugural Connecting Conversations event at the Brightline Trains …
Maybe it’s the stark contrasts of the icy north. Maybe it’s the long cultural continuity with old ways of seeing the world. Maybe it’s just the long winter nights. Whatever …
In 2025, the Port of Québec hosted cruise ships across nearly the entire year, from late January through early November, showcasing its ability to operate in all seasons. Cruise calls …
Oceania Cruises has unveiled Oceania Sonata, the first ship in the new Sonata Class. Debuting in 2027, the ship marks the next phase in the line’s fleet development. As the …
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