Saudi Arabia Just Announced Major Changes to Cruising – Here’s What You Need to Know!
Join Bill Panoff CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel and Miguel Reyna Chief of the Asset Design & Development for Cruise Saudi to learn the recent happenings of Cruise Saudi. Cruise Saudi acts as a one-stop-shop by providing all the information, support, and coordination with l
Carnival Cruise Line Opens 2024/2025 Sailings From Mobile, Alabama
Carnival Cruise Line announced today that sales for the brand’s 2024/2025 cruises departing from Mobile, Alabama on Carnival Spirit are now open! The sailings include Caribbean itineraries and a 12-day Carnival Journeys Southern Caribbean cruise. “The sailings we’re opening today offer some gr
Cunard Hosts Coronation Celebrations Aboard Three Ships
Guests aboard Cunard’s Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth on May 6, 2023, are invited to join in the historic coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort with a range of coronation-themed activities planned on all three ships! From str
Holland America Line Kicks Off 2023 Alaska Season with 150th Anniversary Celebration
Holland America Line officially kicked off its 2023 Alaska cruise season today with the arrival of Eurodam at the Port of Seattle! The brand hosted a welcome celebration at Pier 91 with Miss Washington Regan Gallo and Miss Alaska Jessica Reisinger in attendance. “As the pio
Discover The World of Cruising in Saudi Arabia
Join Bill Panoff, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel, and Mashhoor Baeshen, Executive Director of Destinations Development & Management of Cruise Saudi, to discuss the vision of Cruise Saudi for 2023 and the upcoming year. Click the video to learn more about the vision of Crui
MSC Cruises Announces First-Ever Winter Season In Japan
Guests can now sail year-round in Japan with MSC Cruises! Today, MSC Cruises has opened sales for the line’s inaugural winter season in Japan. The announcement came at an event aboard MSC Bellissima in Yokohama, Japan, that was held to mark the start of the 2023 summer and commemorate the line’s
American Queen Voyages Partners With America’s Test Kitchen To Launch Cruise Sweepstake
American Queen Voyages has partnered with America’s Test Kitchen to give one lucky winner the opportunity to embark on a culinary adventure on the Lower Mississippi River with a guest alongside American Queen Voyages Culinary Ambassador Regina Charboneau and America’s Test Kitchen Execut
Oceania Cruises Takes Delivery of Vista
Today, Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, Vista, was delivered at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Genoa, Italy. Oceania Cruises says the 1200-guest Vista is “one of the most anticipated new ships to join the global cruise fleet in 2023.” The ship only has a limited number of select staterooms for her
Seabourn Announces First-Ever 90-Day Grand Africa Voyage
Seabourn has announced its first-ever “Grand Africa Voyage” that will sail roundtrip around the continent for 90 days. The Seabourn Sojourn will leave Barcelona, Spain, on November 30, 2024, and stop at 44 must-see ports and cities throughout 26 countries. The itinerary also includes six overnig
Cruise Deal Of The Week — April 28, 2023
Hey cruisers! As Memorial Day draws closer, Celebrity Cruises is offering an amazing “Spring Into Summer” Sale! Take advantage of this deal when it opens on May 3, 2023! Celebrity Cruises “Spring Into Summer Sale” + Memorial Day Bonus: For most cruises between May 3, 2023 and April 30,
Royal Caribbean International Premieres Making an Icon: Creating Memorable Vacations Responsibly
Today, Royal Caribbean International premieres, “Making an Icon, Creating Memorable Vacations Responsibly,” Royal Caribbean’s video series that takes guests behind the scenes on delivering the world’s best vacation in 2024. ABOUT “MAKING AN ICON” EPISODE 8 In this episode, guests lea
Exploring the World of American Queen Voyages: A Traveler’s Guide
Join Bill Panoff, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel, as he sails the Mississippi River aboard The American Queen! Traveling with American Queen Voyages down the Mississippi River is an unforgettable experience you don’t want to miss! The river is steeped in history and cult
Viking Cruises Takes Delivery Of Viking Saturn
Today, Viking Cruises’ newest ship, Viking Saturn, was delivered during a ceremony at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Ancona, Italy. Ann Ziff was named godmother of Viking Saturn and will officially name her in New York City on June 6, 2023. Viking Saturn will begin her inaugural summer sailing with
Here Is Why You Should Stay At The JW Marriott Miami Pre And Post Cruise
Are you ready to take your pre-cruise experience to the next level? Look no further, and stay at the JW Marriott Miami. This luxurious hotel offers a range of amenities that will make your stay in Miami unforgettable. Get a taste of the heart of Miami’s vibrant nightlife and diverse culture wi
Carnival Jubilee Will Feature Two New Sea-Themed Zones
Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Cruise Line’s next Excel class ship, will feature two new ocean-themed zones: Currents and The Shores. In addition to these spaces, the ship will have the fleet’s third roller coaster. Currents On Deck 6 and Deck 7, Currents will transport guests to an underwater
Princess Cruises Named Official Cruise Vacation Partner For Porsche Club Of America
Princess Cruises has been named the Official Cruise Vacation Partner for the Porsche Club of America (PCA)! Princess Celebrations Ambassador Jill Whelan and Ruby Princess Captain Mario Tani announced this exciting news at PCA’s annual Werks Reunion gathering at Amelia Island, Florida.&nb
Explora Journeys Names Mike Horn As Brand Ambassador
Today, Explora Journeys named adventurer, explorer, and environmentalist, Mike Horn as its brand ambassador! With years of traveling the world’s most remote environments, such as crossing the Artic, Antarctic, and Amazon, Horn is the perfect individual to represent Explora Journeys. “W
MSC Cruises And New York Knicks Hosted Knicks Clinic Aboard MSC Meraviglia
On Saturday morning, April 22, 2023, MSC Cruises and the New York Knicks hosted a Jr. Knicks clinic aboard MSC Cruises’ newest ship, MSC Meraviglia! Youth from Jr. Knicks affiliate and Garden of Dreams Foundation partners, Madison Square Boys & Girls Club and SCO Family of Servi
Environmentally Friendly MSC Euribia Completes Sea Trials
After a four-day trial in the Atlantic Ocean, MSC Euribia has completed her deepwater intensive systems tests. MSC Cruises’ second liquefied natural gas-powered ship is heading back to the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France, for the finishing touches. Delivery to MSC Cru
Unlocking the Secrets of MSC Euribia
Join Bill Panoff CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel and Gianni Onorato CEO of MSC Cruises as they discuss the new and exciting amenities aboard MSC Cruises MSC Euribia. Come learn more about the new dining options and shows on MSC Cruises newest ship!