Cruise Legend Bob Dickinson Reveals 51 Years of Cruising , Part 1
Join Bill Panoff, CEO of Porthole Cruise and Travel, and Bob Dickinson, Former President of Carnival Cruise Line, to reminisce on Dickinsons’s 51 years of cruising. Come learn some historical facts on cruising and witness how the industry has changed over the years.
Royal Caribbean Commissions Caribbean Artists For New Icon Ship
Starting today through April 4, applications are open for Royal Caribbean International’s “Artist Discovery Program.” The cruise company is looking for Caribbean artists to create nine large-scale murals aboard the Icon of the Seas. According to Royal Caribbean International, the program’s p
American Queen Voyages Kicks Off Elevated Culinary Program
American Queen Voyages is launching a newly improved culinary program on its fleet of Rivers, Lakes & Oceans, and Expedition vessels. Travelers will explore port views and sites while embarking on a delicious journey of North American cuisine. Culinary Ambassador Regina Charboneau is leadi
NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE RECOGNIZED FOR ONBOARD AMENITIES
Congratulations are in order for Norwegian Cruise Line! Today the brand announced its latest award recognitions for its food and beverage program and onboard culinary talent at the 2023 Vibe Vista Awards! Both awards make Norwegian Cruise Line the most awarded company in Vibe Conference History! MOR
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Opens Reservations for Ilma’s Inaugural Season
Reservations are now open for the 2024 Mediterranean season for Ilma, the second superyacht of The Ritz-Carlton’s Yacht Collection. “We are thrilled to open reservations for Ilma to the public and unveil our inaugural season of itineraries,” said Douglas Prothero, CEO of The Ritz-Carlton Yac
Celebrate Black History And Culture With AmaWaterways’ Soulful Epicurean Experiences
In 2024, guests will have three opportunities to celebrate the African and Black diaspora thanks to AmaWaterways, the award-winning river cruise. These opportunities include the Soulful Epicurean Experience on the Rhône River in France, the Colors of Provence cruise, and the Secrets of Egypt &
Celebrity Cruises Brings Pickleball To Nine Of Its Ships
Celebrity Cruises is adding new pickleball courts to nine of its cruises. Guests of any skill level can enjoy gorgeous ocean views while playing the world’s fastest growing sport, which is a hybrid of tennis, ping-pong, and badminton. The ships’ teams will organize pickleball events and to
Windstar Cruises Announces New Whole-Foods Plant-Based menu
Today Windstar Cruise has shared its latest partnership with the National Health Association (NHA) to create a whole-food and plant-based menu onboard all six of the brand’s yachts! “The National Health Association points out that vegetarian and vegan diets are not always
Carnival Becomes The First Cruise Line To Offer Alcohol-Free Cocktails
Guests on Carnival Cruise Line will now have the option of alcohol-free cocktails! According to Carnival Cruise Line, mixologists at their popular vintage-themed “pharmacy,” Alchemy Bar, will make guest-favorite drinks with non-alcoholic spirits produced by Lyre, an industry-leading distiller. T
MSC Cruises And Guinness World Records Team Up To Give Guests A Record-Break Cruise
MSC Cruises and Guinness World Records are teaming up to offer guests a chance to go down in history. The new program will test guests’ skills as they attempt to break world records and get their names in the record books if they triumph. Guests onboard MSC Seascape and MSC World Europa can now pa
Brightline+ Launches Bi-Directional Shuttles Throughout South Florida
Starting today, Brightline+ will begin offering guests new bi-directional fixed-route shuttles with available pick-ups at Miami International Airport (MIA), Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL), and three destinations in Miami Beach. Each shuttle will take travelers to Brightline st
Celebrity Cruises Announces Two Pre-Inaugural Sailings Aboard Celebrity Ascent
Celebrity Cruises revealed two pre-inaugural sailings aboard the brand’s newest ship, Celebrity Ascent, prior to her official maiden voyage! Travelers are invited to come aboard the ship and experience the fourth ship in the brand’s Edge Series ahead of schedule! “This ship
Regent Seven Seas And Fabergé Reveal New Spotlight Voyages
Today, Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Fabergé, a globally known jewelry brand, revealed their latest partnership in creating two new Spotlight Voyages. “We pride ourselves on offering our guests immersive and culturally enlightening itineraries as well as enriching onboard programming,” said And
Bill Panoff CEO Of Porthole Cruise and Travel To Host Global Ports Holding’s Auction Raising Funds For Turkey Earthquake Relief Efforts
On February 6, 2023, a strong earthquake struck Turkey leaving the country with complete destruction. As Turkey is trying to get back to life post earthquake, it is important to get involved and help anyway we can. Global Ports Holdings, the largest cruise port operator, is hosting an auction for ea
Viking Announces World War II Anniversary Voyage
Viking announced a new 12-day river cruise with itineraries in England and France to honor the World War II milestone. Viking’s Paris & D-Day 80th Anniversary voyage will run from March through November 2024, starting in London and ending in Paris. “Many of our guests, particularly
Brightline Partners With Hard Rock Stadium To Offer Sports Fans New Transportation Options
Sports fans, we have exciting news for you! Hard Rock Stadium and Brightline are teaming up to provide guests with dedicated transportation options to the venue. The transportation will include the 2023 Miami Open presented by Itaú and Miami Dolphins home games for the 2023-2024 season. “We are
CRUISE LEGEND BOB DICKINSON REVEALS 51 YEARS OF CRUISING, PART 2
Join Bill Panoff, CEO of Porthole Cruise and Travel, and Bob Dickinson, Former President of Carnival Cruise Line, to reminisce on Dickinsons’s 51 years of cruising. Come learn some historical facts on cruising and witness how the industry has changed over the years.
Norwegian Cruise Line Announces Several Leadership Transitions
Effective April 1, 2023, David J. Herrera will become the new President of Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL). On July 1, 2023, the brand’s current president, Harry J. Sommer, will transition to be the next President and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH), the parent company of Norwegian C
Chef Bryan Voltaggio Returns To Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours For Two Culinary Sailings
Celebrity Chef Bryan Voltaggio is returning to Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours for a pair of specialty cruises in 2023 and 2024. The first is on board the ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse, which departs from Montego Bay on October 31, 2023, for a nine-day Iconic Panama Canal sailing. T
MSC’s Newest Ships Will Run On Liquid Natural Gas
The MSC Cruise Division has just taken a giant step toward its ambitious goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050: They’ve launched MSC World Europa and are looking forward to MSC Euribia, two ships powered entirely by liquid natural gas (LNG). LNG is the cleanest, lowest-emissi
