Royal Caribbean Introduces New Icon Ship, Legend of the Seas
Royal Caribbean’s third Icon Class ship, Legend of the Seas, will debut in July 2026. The ship will offer 7-night Western Mediterranean cruises from Barcelona, followed by year-round Caribbean cruises from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, starting in November 2026. Caribbean itineraries include 6-nig
MSC Cruises Joins BWT Alpine F1 Team as Premium Partner
MSC Cruises has announced a new Premium Partnership with the BWT Alpine Formula One Team, commencing in the 2025 season! This collaboration marks a significant expansion of MSC Cruises’ involvement in Formula One, building upon its existing Global Partnership with the sport. Pierfrancesco Vago
Fincantieri launches Star Princess
The Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has just announced the launch of its second LNG-powered ship for Princess Cruises. Star Princess, sister ship to Sun Princess, is the second-largest cruise vessel ever built in ItaIy. Its gross tonnage (measuring the internal volume) is a staggering 178,000, and a
MSC Cruises’ New Cruise Terminal in Barcelona Welcomes First Passengers
Barcelona’s new MSC Cruises terminal began operations this Saturday, with the first passengers disembarking from the MSC Fantasia. MORE ABOUT THE TERMINAL This marks the start of service for the state-of-the-art terminal, which Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura designed. The terminal is a
Seabourn Sojourn to Explore Northern Europe in 2025
Seabourn will offer a range of Northern Europe itineraries for summer 2025. Seabourn Sojourn will embark on captivating voyages through the British Isles, Norwegian Fjords, and Icelandic Coast from May to August. The ship will visit over 40 destinations in 12 countries across nine itineraries, rangi
Crystal Cruises Hosts Second Annual Wellness Retreat
Crystal Cruises presents its second annual Wellness Retreat Cruises, offering transformative voyages aboard Crystal Symphony: Lisbon to Tema: 15 nights, November 26 – December 11, 2025 Tema to Cape Town: 12 nights, December 11 – December 23, 2025 These retreats combine cultural experiences with
What to Expect on a Valentine’s Day Cruise
With Valentine’s Day just two days away, if you’re embarking on a Valentine’s Day cruise, you’re in for a treat! Here’s what to expect and how to make the most of your romantic getaway at sea. Romantic Atmosphere Boarding the ship, you’ll be enveloped in a romantic ambiance. Cruise l
MSC World America: Inaugural Sailing
STAY TUNED! We’ll be aboard MSC World America‘s April inaugural and will report on what it’s like aboard the ship here. Happy sailing!
Zaandam Unveils Enhancements on ‘Amazon Explorer’ Voyage
After completing a two-week dry dock in the Bahamas, Holland America Line’s Zaandam set sail on Saturday, February 8, 2025, for its 27-day “Amazon Explorer” Voyage, featuring several upgrades to public areas. Notable enhancements include expanded library and activity areas, upgrade
Seattle Has It ALL – Discover It Before You Sail!
Get ready to set sail for the ultimate Alaska cruise adventure! Join Porthole Cruise & Travel’s Bill Panoff as he sits down with Port of Seattle experts Linda Springmann, Director of Cruise and Maritime Marketing, and Chantelle Lusebrink, Manager of Tourism Development, to discuss the late
Princess Cruises Expands Alaska Cruisetours for 2025-2026
Princess Cruises is expanding Alaska cruises that visit national parks such as Glacier Bay, Denali, and Wrangell St. Elias. New itineraries combine a 7-day “Voyage of the Glaciers” cruise with scenic rail travel and multi-day land stays, including Princess-owned lodges. “There̵
PortMiami Achieves Record-Breaking Day
On February 8, 2025, PortMiami, set a record by docking 10 cruise ships. The ships included Carnival Magic, Carnival Sunrise, Holland America Zaandam, MSC Seascape, Norwegian Escape, Norwegian Gem, Oceania Sirena, Icon of the Seas, Independence of the Seas, and Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady. Approxima
Disney Cruise Line Unveils Family Vacations for Summer 2026
Disney Cruise Line is launching summer 2026 itineraries with an expanded fleet of eight ships, offering more options than ever. Travelers can enjoy various experiences, from beaches to cities, all featuring Disney’s renowned entertainment, dining, and service. Early bookings for Castaway Club
The Secret to Becoming a Cruise Director – Insider Tips You NEED to Know!
Are you curious about ventriloquism and life aboard a cruise ship? Check out our latest interview with Gary Hunter, a talented ventriloquist and cruise director for Carnival Cruise Line! In this interview, Gary shares his journey in ventriloquism and offers a glimpse into what it’s like to direct
Pan Am Invites Name Suggestions for New Clipper
Pan Am is inviting aviation enthusiasts to help name its first Clipper in many years. The newly named aircraft will launch a private chartered jet experience along the historic Southern and Northern Transatlantic Routes, departing from JFK in June 2025. This 12-day journey, starting June 16, is limi
Taking on Europe with Viking Modi
Stepping into Viking Modi’s main restaurant on Taste of Germany night, guests were offered steins filled with German beer, and an array of traditional German fare including giant pretzels, sizzling bratwurst, fermented sauerkraut, flavorful purple cabbage, and slices of apple strudel topped with v
Holland America Line Partners with The HISTORY Channel for Multi-Year Collaboration
Holland America Line and A+E’s The HISTORY Channel™ have teamed up to enhance cruise experiences by enabling guests to engage with the history of their destinations. This collaboration will feature customized itineraries and shore excursions that take travelers to ancient ruins and significa
Oceania Cruises Launches New Fine Dining Experiences on Allura
Oceania Cruises has unveiled the enhanced menus for The Grand Dining Room on its upcoming ship, Allura, launching in July 2025. Allura‘s culinary offerings feature more than 270 new recipes, showcasing refined flavors and modern techniques. Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises, said:
Crystal Unveils First Half of 2027 Itineraries
Crystal has announced its complete 2027 itineraries for the first half of the year! The itineraries cover six continents and over 170 destinations. Journeys will take place on Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony. Voyages will include French Polynesia, the Amazon River, and the Mediterranean. In pa
American Cruise Lines Kicks Off Mississippi Season with Riverboat Fun in NOLA
American Cruise Lines is launching its 2025 Mississippi Season early with a special football event this week. MORE ABOUT THE EVENT Big Game Travel has chartered two of American’s riverboats for guests who purchased exclusive 3- and 4-night packages for the weekend’s big game in New Orlea
