Viking’s Newest Ship Named By Astronaut
Viking held a ceremony on Sunday in Los Angeles to celebrate the official naming of its newest ocean ship, Viking Neptune. Godmother Nicole Stott, a retired NASA astronaut, aquanaut, and artist, blessed the ship for safe sailing. After the ceremony, Viking Neptune left Los Angeles for Honolulu. 
Windstar Cruises’ Unveils Specialty Suites Inspired by the Broadmoor and Sea Island
Guests aboard Windstar Cruises’ Star Legend are in for a treat! Inspired by Forbes Five-Star sister companies the Broadmoor and Sea Island, the brand revealed news of the two new themed specialty suites on board and a new mural. The suites and new mural were inspired by Miami-based artist Alex Nun
Riverside Luxury Cruises Acquires Four Former Crystal Cruises Ships
Today, the new cruise operator, Riverside Luxury Cruises, announced the expansion of the brand’s river fleet by purchasing four new ships, MS Bach, MS Ravel, MS Mahler, and MS Debussy. All four of the ships were originally operated by Crystal Cruises. “We are thrilled by the expansion of
Explora Journeys Reveals Explora I’s New Restaurants
The new cruise line, Explora Journeys, has released information on five of the restaurants debuting aboard EXPLORA I. The first of six ships, EXPLORA I is scheduled to set sail from Southampton, United Kingdom, on July 17, 2023. The ship will include tons of food and beverage venues, but these fi
VIRGIN VOYAGES BRINGS FUTURE SAILORS ON A CINEMATIC JOURNEY AT SEA
Virgin Voyages started 2023 with a bang with the release of a new promotional video. Created by director Jonas Åkerlund, “The Voyage” highlights the brand’s adult experience for 24 hours at sea by transporting its audience on a cinematic journey. A rendition of Culture Club’
CRUISE DEAL OF THE WEEK – January 6, 2023
DEAL OF THE WEEK: AMERICAN QUEEN VOYAGES 2023 WINTER SAVINGS EVENT Happy Friday, Cruisers! As the holidays come to an end, you might begin thinking about your 2023 travels. Well, you’re in luck! American Queen Voyages has just announced its 2023 Winter Savings Event, offering prosp
Uniworld Announces New ‘Rivers of the World’ Cruise for 2024
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has announced its second annual Rivers of the World cruise for 2024. The 55-day cruise will depart from Lima, Peru, on October 3, 2024, and take 68 guests on a voyage across three continents and 10 different countries aboard four opulent Super Ships. This exclusive jo
TWO MSC CRUISES SHIPS DEPART ON ROUND-THE-WORLD VOYAGES TODAY— AN INDUSTRY FIRST IN CRUISING
Two MSC Cruises’ ships, MSC Poesia and MSC Magnifica set sail today from Genoa, Italy, for two round-the-world itineraries, marking an industry first in the world of cruising. The two ships will sail alongside each other for the start of the voyages and separate at the edge of the Mediterran
Rollink, the World’s Slimmest Luggage, Makes Travel Easy
As we welcome 2023, we’re already thinking about the places we want to go and the things we want to pack. Even if it’s just a quick weekend trip, you need luggage that’s durable and sizable to hold all your favorite pieces. Most suitcases are big and bulky, requiring a lot of space, whether st
36 HOURS IN ISRAEL – EXPLORING JERUSALEM, TEL AVIV, JAFFA, AND MORE!
Welcome to Israel, a country known for its diversity and unique segments of religious history. Besides the fascinating history, Israel is known for its beautiful beaches, delicious food, and ancient sites. Today, we invite you to join Bill Panoff as he explores the cities of Herzliya, Tel Aviv, J
Holland America Line Releases Longer Alaska Cruises for 2024
Holland America Line has released details for the company’s 2024 Alaska season. The cruise line is debuting a brand-new 28-day Arctic Circle itinerary that includes 12 Alaska ports, as well as several 14-day voyages and 117 week-long cruises. The company offers more sailings to Glacier Bay N
THE EXPANSION OF PICKLEBALL BOTH ONSHORE AND AT SEA
Pickleball has recently taken the nation by storm, becoming one of the most popular sports in America and even sparking the creation of a professional pickleball league. In 2022, the PPA tour is expected to include 20 tournaments with a total cash prize of $2.5 million. Major League Pickleball (MLP)
Carnival Cruise Line Names Emeril Lagasse Chief Culinary Officer
Today, Carnival Cruise Line kicked their food offerings up a notch by naming Chef Emeril Lagasse as the brand’s Chief Culinary Officer. Lagasse has years of culinary talent and has showcased his skills with his restaurant Emeril’s Bistro, a popular favorite on two Carnival ships, Mardi Gras and
Happy New Year From Porthole Cruise And Travel
On behalf of the whole team, we wish everyone a happy and healthy new year. After a fun and exciting year of cruising and traveling, we can’t wait to welcome 2023 with more destinations, experiences, and memories. Before we dive into the new year, join us in recapping some highlights from 2022. Tr
Carnival’s New Year’s Eve Celebrations Kick Off 2023
As we count down the days until New Year’s Eve, Carnival Cruise Line has announced some exciting new year’s festivities on land and sea for the whole family. Whether traveling by land or sea, Carnival invites guests to “Choose Fun Together,” the theme of their 2023 campaign.
NORWEGIAN’S ALASKA AWAITS
A cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line can be the best way to experience the Great Land. If you’ve ever wanted to visit Alaska, it’s time to stop wishing and waiting for the right time to travel. As America’s last great wilderness, Alaska has some of the wildest views in the world; from cruis
EXCLUSIVE: AmaWaterways Cruise Deal Of The Week
Happy Holidays, Cruisers! The holiday season is here. If you’re looking for last-minute gift ideas for an avid traveler (or for yourself), we have an exclusive cruise deal for you! AmaWaterways & Porthole Cruise and Travel’s Editor-in-Chief Bill Panoff are partnering up for a once-in-a-lif
BRIGHTLINE OPENS TWO NEW SOUTH FLORIDA STATIONS
On December 21, 2022, Brightline opened two new South Florida stations in Boca Raton and Aventura. “The goal was always to connect the 6 million people that live in South Florida with the 2 million people in Central Florida,” says Brightline Boca Raton President Patrick Goddard. Brightline
Prepping for Your Antarctica Cruise: 6 Tips for the 7th Continent
So you’re considering an Antarctic expedition. You’re not alone — the fastest-growing segment of the cruise business is expedition cruising, and a wild array of lines, from Atlas Ocean Voyages to Silversea, Princess to Ponant, Hurtigruten to Swan Hellenic, all have cruises to Antarctica in 202
