Ruby Princess Calls on Cartagena for the First Time
Things are starting to feel normal once again after the pandemic and Cartagena, Colombia is certainly no exception thanks to the return of cruise ships to the city. On March 9, Ruby Princess from Princess Cruises arrived in port for the first time to a welcoming event hosted by ProColombia, the coun
We’re Back from Wonder of the Seas’ Inaugural Voyage
I saw the pictures. I read the stat sheets. But funny enough, the first time the new Wonder of the Seas from Royal Caribbean International made a tangible impression on me came while I was still four miles away from port. There I was, shooting down sweltering I95 on a sunny South Florida
Cruise Deal of the Week – March 11, 2022
Happy Friday, cruisers! We’re one week closer to Spring time and the start of Alaska cruising season! With just a few more weeks to go, why not get your next cruise in the books? Alaska season is going to be robust this year as last summer was cut short and cruisers are itching to get [&hell
The Seven Best Climbs in Cruising
Feature Photo: Hawaii Tourism Board The cruise stereotype of constant all-day buffets, ice-cream bars, and a pound-a-day weight gain are so out of date. Today’s cruiser is younger and more health conscious than ever. Most ships have state-of-the-art gyms, fitness programs, and healthy eating op
Silversea Silver Moon Cruise Ship Review
Silversea Cruises Silver Moon by David Swanson 1 Feet 1 Decks 1 Launched 1 Guests Overview Dedicated to the upscale traveler, or for cruisers looking to splurge, Silversea’s newest and most elegant cruise ship Silver Moon lays on the creature comforts in grand style. There
How ‘bout Some S.A.L.T.? Silversea’s New Culinary Program
That pizza in Naples, its thin, perfectly charred crust topped with a bubbling, spicy tomato sauce and a blanket of gooey melted cheese. Mouthwatering fish and chips at a tiny pub outside London, a crisp, golden coating hugging the flakiest plaice filet while a heap of tender fries, liberally sprink
Cruise Deal of the Week – March 4, 2022
Happy Friday, Cruisers! Happy to report we’ll be on board the brand new Wonder of the Seas from Royal Caribbean starting today so Tweet us, Facebook us, or comment on our Instagram with your questions and thoughts about the ship! Check out the video preview of the ship below! https://yout
Princess Cruises’ Guests Can Customize Medallion With Favorite NBA or WNBA Team
Princess Cruises knows March is all about basketball! While college hoops tip off their big tournaments, the cruise line is calling on professional basketball fans to cheer on their favorite teams while at sea! A new licensing agreement between Princess Cruises and NBA and WNBA Properties means g
Silversea Christens Silver Origin in the Galápagos
Luxury cruise line Silversea Cruises officially christened their newest ship Silver Origin this past weekend in a special ceremony held in San Cristobal, the Galápagos Islands. On hand for the occasion was Roberto Martinoli, President and CEO, Silversea Cruises; Barbara Muckermann, Chief Commerc
Oceania Cruises Floats Out New Cruise Ship ‘Vista’
One of our favorite luxury cruise brands has a brand new ship to enjoy! Oceania Cruises floated their new ship Vista out from Fincantieri shipyard in Sestri Ponente, Italy over the weekend and all indicators are it was a smashing success. On hand for the float out ceremony were Howard Sherman, Presi
The “Other” California: Road Tripping the Central Coast
Photo: Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Cruise Deal of the Week – February 25, 2022
What a week it was for cruising! We got to see pictures from the very first wedding on Antarctica courtesy of Atlas Ocean Voyages, more cruises lines opted into the CDC’s voluntary program for ships and we even got a sneak peek at the upcoming Carnival Celebration! Not to mention our documenta
Finnish Design: Simple, Practical, Timeless
If you’ve never heard of Finnish Design, just open your desk drawer. Chances are you’ll have one of the most iconic items created by Finland’s mid-20th century modernist design movement — namely a pair of scissors with orange. ergonomically-shaped handles. Fiskars scissors, introduced by the
Carnival Cruise Line Previews Carnival Celebration
As we inch closer to Carnival Cruise Line’s 50th birthday festivities, the cruise brand has today released new details about their upcoming ship Carnival Celebration which is slated to arrive in PortMiami this November. Carnival unveiled four of the six unique “zones” on board the
The Ultimate Antarctica Cruise Voyage
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBguPZY0VVU This January, the Porthole Cruise & Travel Team partnered up with Atlas Ocean Voyages and took the expedition of a lifetime to one of the most remote places on Earth; Antarctica. Antarctica is known for its stunning views and diverse wildlife. In
Is There a Sailor in Your Soul? Try a Windjammer Cruise Off the Coast of Maine
The siren’s call of Maine’s mid-coast region pulls us to a land of stark beauty and resilience. Here green forested islands shelter lighthouses, sustainable farms, and island towns that wear their history proudly. Maine has over 4,600 islands off its coast, set in unusually blue yet cold water n
Atlas Ocean Voyages Performs First-Ever Antarctica Weddings
One of the newest cruise lines in operation just became the first to perform a wedding on the continent of Antarctica! On February 18th, Atlas Ocean Voyages, along with British Antarctic Territory-registered Marriage Officer Bryan Clark, legally wed Courtnie Dodson and Brody Vermillion on Danko Isla
Holland America Line Opts into New Voluntary CDC Program
According to Holland America Line President Gus Antorcha, the cruise line will participate in the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated program for cruise ships operating in U.S. waters. The announcement was made via press release. “Since resuming operations, Holland Americ
Cruise Deal of the Week – February 18, 2022
Yesterday, Porthole Cruise and Travel published the latest piece from contributor Steve Leland about a small ship cruise line operating in Greece, Elixir Boutique Cruises. You can read it here. Elixir Boutique Cruises and their 25-cabin ship Elysium are spending 2022 sailing the Greek Islands and th
Boutique Cruising the Greek Islands
It comes as a surprise that anyone would ever dream of starting a new cruise venture considering the pandemic challenges faced by existing cruise lines, but Greece based Elixir Boutique Cruises has done just that. The company’s 25 cabin Elysium, is capturing the hearts of intrepid travelers on jou
