Ship Review: Silver Muse
The elegant Silver Muse whispers luxury By Fran Golden Aboard the brand-new Silver Muse, my tuxedo-clad butler was concerned about a rubbed-out spot on my black suede boots. Jithin, from Mumbai, had already offered to unpack my bags, encouraged me to choose a designer soap, and brought the alternati
All-Suite Paddlewheeler American Duchess Debuts in New Orleans
All-Suite Paddlewheeler American Duchess Debuts in New Orleans Cruise News – Aug. 15, 2017 American Queen Steamboat Company has welcomed its newest riverboat, the 166-guest American Duchess, the first all-suite paddlewheeler on America’s rivers. Christened in New Orleans on the banks of the
Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils Exciting Features for Norwegian Bliss
Cruise News, Aug. 13, 2017 Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed features and amenities for the 4,000-guest Norwegian Bliss, the line’s 16th ship, which will sail to Alaska and then the Caribbean starting in spring 2018. Following this feature’s overwhelming popularity aboard Norwegian Bliss’
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Aug. 11, 2017
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Aug. 11, 2017 River cruise line AmaWaterways has announced the godmother for its upcoming ship, AmaLea. Travel industry leader Filomena Andre will christen the 154-guest vessel during a ceremony in Vilshofen, Germany, in May 2018. AmaLea will sail six Tulip Time cruis
Cruise Deal of the Week – Aug. 11, 2017
Cruise Deal of the Week – Aug. 11, 2017 Holland America Line is bringing back its Explore4 promotion, offering a $1,400 beverage package per stateroom (based on a 14-day cruise), dinner at the Pinnacle Grill for two, free or reduced cruise fares for friends or kids in the same stateroom, and 50 pe
Carnival Fantasy Continues Cruising from Mobile Through 2018
Carnival Fantasy Continues Cruising from Mobile Through 2018 Cruise News – Aug. 10, 2017 Visit Mobile has announced that Carnival Cruise Line has extended its contract with the City of Mobile through December 2018, during which Carnival Fantasy will sail 4- to 8-day Eastern and Western Caribbean a
Crystal Expands Luxury Portfolio with the Launch of Crystal Skye
Crystal Expands Luxury Portfolio with the Launch of Crystal Skye Cruise News, Aug. 9, 2017 With the christening of Crystal AirCruises’ privately owned Boeing 777, Crystal Skye, on August 12, 2017, Crystal’s portfolio of global charter options has reached new heights. The exquisitely customized a
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Aug. 4, 2017
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Aug. 4, 2017 Holland America Line is expanding its presence in the Panama Canal, with eight ships visiting the region on 19 cruises through spring 2018. As well as full transits, ms Zuiderdam offers two Southern Caribbean itineraries with a partial canal transit. Lind
Cruise Deal of the Week – Aug. 4, 2017
Cruise Deal of the Week – Aug. 4, 2017 Norwegian Cruise Line is enticing travelers to explore faraway places with the Norwegian’s Distinctive Voyages promotion. Guests booking select 9-day or longer voyages receive a 120-minute phone package, 250-minute Internet package, $50 in credit per po
Princess, Cunard, and P&O Now Offer Same-Sex Weddings at Sea
Princess, Cunard, and P&O Now Offer Same-Sex Weddings at Sea Cruise News – Aug. 3, 2017 Following a recent landmark Supreme Court ruling enabling same-sex marriages in Bermuda, three cruise lines can now offer same-sex weddings at sea on ships that are registered in Bermuda. Cunard Line, P
Holland America Line Introduces a Chocolate Surprise Parade
Holland America Line Introduces a Chocolate Surprise Parade Cruise News – Aug. 2, 2017 Holland America Line is reinventing the traditional dessert buffet by introducing a Chocolate Surprise parade on the last gala evening of every cruise on all ships fleetwide. Rather than having to make your
5 Faves: St. Petersburg, Russia
Five Must-Do Moments in St. Petersburg, Russia One of the highlights of any Baltic cruise is the ever-popular St. Petersburg, Russia. Envisioned and built from the virtual ground up by Peter the Great, this former capital holds a treasure trove of Russian history and culture. A myriad of perfectly e
National Geographic Quest Departs on Inaugural Voyage
National Geographic Quest Departs on Inaugural Voyage Cruise News – Jul. 31, 2017 Lindblad Expeditions’ National Geographic Quest, the line’s first newbuild in the history of the company, commenced her inaugural voyage this past weekend as she set sail from Juneau for an 8-day expeditio
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jul. 28, 2017
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jul. 28, 2017 Norwegian Cruise Line has begun bookings for 4-day roundtrip cruises from Port Canaveral to Havana. Guests who book one of the Norwegian Sun Cuba cruises by August 31 can get $50 in onboard spending, and those booking now through August 7 can enjoy $
Cruise Deal of the Week – Jul. 28, 2017
Cruise Deal of the Week – Jul. 28, 2017 Tall-ship operator Star Clippers is currently offering two deals for travelers: One features complimentary airfare and a complimentary post-cruise hotel night stay when you sail the 11-night Star Flyer cruise from Montego Bay to St. Maarten, January 30 ̵
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jul. 21, 2017
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jul. 21, 2017 Seabourn announced their exclusive line of bath and body products from Molton Brown will be made available in Molton Brown stores in the UK and online for a limited time. The two scents — Immersive Samphire & Eucalyptus and Inspiring Basil &
Cruise Deal of the Week – Jul. 21, 2017
Cruise Deal of the Week – Jul. 21, 2017 Cunard is now offering the Drinks on Us sale, which offers guests free drinks in Balcony staterooms and Grill suites with a $200 reduced deposit per person on select 2018 Northern Europe, Mediterranean and Transatlantic Crossing voyages. Guests can reser
Carnival Updates Cruise-Ship Exhibit at Miami Children’s Museum
Carnival Updates Cruise Ship Exhibit at Miami Children’s Museum Cruise News – Jul. 18, 2017 Carnival Cruise Line and the Miami Children’s Museum unveiled a newly renovated Upper Deck that is part of the popular cruise ship–themed exhibit in the museum’s expansive Watson Island loca
Disney Cruise Line Announces Seventh Ship, Nearly Doubling Fleet
Disney Cruise Line Announces Seventh Ship, Nearly Doubling Fleet Cruise News – Jul. 17, 2017 During the D23 Expo in Anaheim, California, Bob Chapek, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, announced plans to add a seventh ship to Disney Cruise Line’s fleet. Last year, the line announced p
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jul. 14, 2017
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jul. 14, 2017 On August 21, 2017, musical performers DNCE will headline Royal Caribbean International’s solar eclipse viewing party with a surprise guest aboard the 7-night Total Eclipse Cruise aboard Oasis of the Seas, which sets sail from Port Canaveral on Aug
