Windstar Cruises Releases New Sailings Through Summer 2025
On May 9, 2023, Windstar Cruises announced its sailing schedule through summer 2025, highlighting new deployment features in its fleet of six ships. “People are spending more and traveling longer, and they are taking notice of the tremendous value that a Windstar cruise provides,” said Win
Unraveling the Mysteries of Alaska With UnCruise Adventures
Set sail with Bill Panoff CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel and UnCruise Adventures to explore the most breathtaking destinations in Alaska. In this episode, Bill Panoff will take viewers on a journey of a lifetime. Whether seeing glaciers up close, wildlife watching, or explorin
Oceania Cruises Welcomes Vista
Last night Oceania Cruises celebrated the christening of its newest ship, Vista, with a ceremony in Valletta, Malta. The ship was blessed by Vista’s godmother and Italian-American chef Giada De Laurentiis. Guests at the ceremony enjoyed a performance of “Into the Nigh
Holland America Line’s ‘On Deck for a Cause’ Partners with Alaska Geographic
Since 2006, Holland America Line has invited guests to participate in “On Deck for a Cause,” a shipboard giving program benefitting six international cancer organizations in the United States, Canada, Australia, Netherlands, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Years later, the initiat
Paul Gauguin Cruises And aIR taHITI nui Partner To Create Prize Puzzle Package
In honor of their shared 25th Anniversary year, Paul Gauguin Cruises and Air Tahiti Nui have come together to provide prizes for all five nights of the Wheel of Fortune Prize Puzzle from May 8-12, 2023. MORE ABOUT THE PRIZE PUZZLE The Prize Puzzle is during Wheel of Fortune’s Fan Favorit
Carnival Cruise Line Introduces New Restaurant ‘Il Viaggio’ Aboard Carnival Venezia
Today, Carnival Cruise Line has announced a new specialty dining experience aboard Carnival Venezia! Ill Viaggio, which translates in Italian to “The Voyage” will bring a full menu of culinary delights to showcase different tastes from Italy. “Highlighting the various Italian regio
Virgin Voyages Adds New Entertainment Performances
Virgin Voyages is adding a variety of immersive fleet-wide entertainment for 2023. Winner of Cruise Critic’s 2022 Editors’ Pick for Best Nightlife, the cruise company is planning on adding fresh performances to its lineup. According to Virgin Voyages, in collaboration with its “Creative Collec
Disney Cruise Line Adds Encanto and Soul Experiences To The Disney Magic
Disney Cruise Line has added two fan-favorite films, Encanto and Soul, to the line’s new family-friendly experiences aboard the Disney Magic. The “Encanto”-themed entertainment and “Soul”-inspired lounge were added during a dry dock project in Freeport, The Bahamas. The line also upgraded
Norwegian Cruise Line Is Offering Free Cruises To Educators For Teacher Appreciation Week
From today until May 12, 2023, teachers from around the world will celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, a whole week of showing appreciation for teachers everywhere for their time and dedication to educating our children. To join in on the festivities, Norwegian Cruise Line has announced the launch
American Cruise Lines Christens Two Riverboats
American Cruise Lines christened the American Jazz and American Serenade on opposite sides of the country on May 3, 2023. The two ships are part of the brand’s six American Riverboats. The American Serenade was christened in Vidalia, Louisiana. U.S. Representative for Louisiana’s 5th congression
Variety Cruises’ CEO Discusses Small Ship Cruising
Filippos Venetopoulos is the CEO of Variety Cruises, a leading family-owned small-ship cruise line. His grandfather founded the brand over a half century ago, and he is the third generation to lead Variety Cruises. As a 37-year-old CEO, Filippos brings a progressive and passionate perspective
Azamara Reveals New Exclusive Events for the 2024 World Voyage
Azamara has unveiled 11 celebrations that are guaranteed to be “AzAmazing”! There will be three World Voyage events that will take place on Azamara Onward’s World Voyage, giving guests the exclusive opportunity to be one of the first to join in on the celebrations. Departing
MSC Cruises and Formula 1 Extends Global Partnership
MSC Cruises has announced an extension of the line’s global partnership deal with Formula 1. The announcement was made last night ahead of the Formula 1 Grand Prix today. MSC Cruises will remain the Official Cruise Partner of Formula 1 until the end of the 2026 FIA Formula 1 World Championship.&nb
The Best of St. Croix: A Local’s Guide
Have you ever wanted to travel to the twin city island of St. Croix? Well now is your chance! Join Bill Panoff CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel as he takes you around the island filled with Caribbean culture and history. The island is home to some amazing restaurants and b
Katie McAlister Named President Of Cunard
Cunard has announced Katie McAlister as the next president of the cruise line. Effective come August, McAlister will join the Southampton-based Cunard. She is currently the chief marketing officer for UK & Ireland at TUI, where she has worked for 20 years. “We are delighted to have someo
Explora Journeys Partners with Chef Mauro Uliassi Aboard EXPLORA I
Today, Explora Journeys, has shared the news of the brands latest partnership with world-renowned Italian chef Mauro Uliassi to curate a one-of-a-kind culinary experience for guests onboard EXPLORA I! Guests aboard the new ship can experience the menu from the Maiden Journey commencing on July 17, 2
Swan Hellenic Holds Naming Ceremony For New SH Diana
The newest ship from Swan Hellenic is officially ready to sail! The cruise line hosted a naming ceremony on board the brand new SH Diana in Amsterdam early this morning. The ship’s Godmother, Valerie Ann Wilson, Founder and CEO of Valerie Wilson Travel was joined by Swan Hellenic Senior Management
How To Enhance Your Travel To PortMiami For Your Next Cruise
PortMiami, located in Florida, is a major seaport in the Southern region and is also known as the world’s cruise capital. As such, travelers worldwide converge to the area to board the cruise ships that will take them to a variety of unique destinations. If you’re unfamiliar with the area, t
MSC Cruises unveils MSC World Europa with an eye on the fleet of the future
When MSC Cruises named its newest ship in Doha, Qatar, in November last year, the privately-owned cruise line pulled out all the stops. The MSC World Europa naming ceremony included an incredible drone show, an impressive fireworks display set against the Doha skyline, and an appearance from a disti
Adventures By Disney Explores Colombia and Disney’s “Encanto”
Adventures by Disney will take guests on incredible journeys to Colombia, Eastern Canada, and New Zealand in 2024. “At Adventures by Disney we take families to destinations they want to visit around the globe and make it easy to immerse themselves in new places, cultures and experiences,