MSC Cruises Yacht Club: Is it Worth it?
MSC World Europa is an extraordinary vessel that amazes and delights every guest. However, nothing quite compares to the exclusive MSC Yacht Club. The cruise line’s yacht club experience gives passengers access to several exclusive amenities that elevate their cruising experience. From luxurio
Unlocking the Extraordinary: Special Access Tours with National Geographic
Bill Panoff, the editor-in-chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel discusses upcoming news! Watch today’s video to learn more about the expansion into cruising with Intercruises in collaboration with National Geographic Expeditions!
Disney Treasure To Embark On Maiden Voyage December 2024
Disney Treasure, a sister ship to Disney Wish, is set to launch from Port Canaveral, Florida, on December 21, 2024. During her first time at sea, the ship will host seven-night itineraries to the Eastern and Western Caribbean from Port Canaveral. Members of Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club can boo
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Offers FREE Roundtrip First-Class Air on Select Voyages
Seven Seas Explorer, Seven Seas Mariner, and the cruise line’s newest ship: Seven Seas Grandeur are now available for booking with FREE first-class air on sailings to Alaska, Canada & New England, and the Caribbean! Regent Seven Seas Cruises offers FREE roundtrip airfares. Now, guests can rece
Achille Staiano Named New Chief Commercial Officer For Explora Journeys
Achille Staiano has been named the new Chief Commercial Officer for Explora Journeys. He was recruited from MSC Cruises, where he worked as SVP in Global Sales. He will report to CEO of Explora Journeys, Micheal Ungerer. Industry Experience Achille has worked for the MSC Group for almost
Beginner’s Guide To Cruise Loyalty Programs
Don’t be intimidated- cruise loyalty programs aren’t only for cruise ship veterans anymore. Joining a cruise line loyalty program is a great choice for any type of traveler! The more you cruise, the more you can cash in on amazing amenities and experiences! What Are Loyalty Programs? Cruise line
Oceania Cruises Reveals Allura Inaugural Sailings
Get ready to embark on Oceania Cruises’ latest vessel, Allura, scheduled to launch in the summer of 2025. Its maiden voyage will cover 26 sailings, spanning seven to 34 days and covering 92 locations! Bookings for these exciting itineraries will open on September 13, 2023, so mark your ca
Discover Madeira: Islands, Awards, And Global Connections
The Madeira Islands, situated within one of Portugal’s regions, are an essential destination for any cruiser. These lush islands are nestled in the heart of the Atlantic Ocean, just over 300 miles from the Canary Islands. Visitors to this archipelago can anticipate encountering stunning mountain v
Silversea Opens Exclusive Pre-Sale On 206 New Voyages For Summer 2025
A pre-sale for a new collection of 206 voyages during summer 2025 is now open exclusively through Silversea Cruises! Between March and November 2025, the latest voyage collection by Silversea Cruises demonstrates the brand’s leadership in destination offerings, featuring a wide range of unique
MSC Cruises and The Miami Dolphins Reveal Multi-Year Partnership
MSC Cruises has announced a new multi-year partnership with the Miami Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium in preparation for the 2023 football season! The Miami Dolphins have designated MSC Cruises as their Official Cruise Line, offering the company an array of marketing and advertising prospects at the
Explora Journeys Celebrates Float Out of EXPLORA II and Steel Cutting of EXPLORA III
Today, Explora Journeys celebrated two maritime milestones: the float out of EXPLORA II and the Steel Cutting of EXPLORA III at Fincantieri’s Sestri Ponente shipyard in Italy! MORE ABOUT THE CEREMONY Attendees: The main Ligurian and Genoese authorities, The President of the Liguria Region
Virgin Voyages Announces New Destinations and Itineraries
Virgin Voyages has announced that it is expanding its destinations and itineraries on a global scale with 27 exciting new itineraries and 19 new ports available for guests to choose from through April 2025! Offerings will feature a return to the UK in response to strong Sailor and First Mate demand,
MSC Group Publishes Data From World’s First Net Zero Emissions Cruise
A net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions cruise ship is the first of its kind, grossly beating its target goal of launching by 2050. MSC Euribia is an LNG-powered vessel of MSC Group’s Cruise Division. Its power supply consists of using bio-LNG fuel by applying mass balance. MSC Euribia
Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ Seven Seas Grandeur Culinary Team Prepares New Dining Experiences
As Regent Seven Seas Cruises prepares to debut Seven Seas Grandeur this November, the cruise line focuses on curating its most mouth watering culinary venture to date. Bernhard Klotz, Vice President of Food and Beverage, has created over 130 new dishes along with his culinary team. These recipes and
A Stunning Vista
Were it not for the 18th-century baroque-period bastions within view, we might think we were in Hollywood instead of Malta. A lively, open-air cocktail reception and decadent dinner kicks off an evening filled with lavish entertainment and gala celebration. Even big names are in attendance: Emmy Awa
Asian Adventures: Journey to the Far East
Ever wanted to explore the wonders of Asia by sea? From the temples of Malaysia to the ruins of Siam, Thailand, several cruise lines offer multiple itineraries to Asia and beyond, allowing you to explore the wonders of the Far East one country at a time. In this blog, I’ll be sharing some of the [
Celebrate The Holidays At Sea With Oceania Cruises
As the holiday season approaches, why not embrace the joyous and festive celebrations aboard one of Oceania Cruises’ seven ships? During the holiday seasons of 2023-2024 and 2024-2025, more than 40 sailings departing from Miami, Lima, Sydney, Singapore, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai are available for g
Embarking on a Luxury Voyage: My First Oceania Cruise Adventure
Embark on a journey of a lifetime aboard the magnificent Oceania Vista in this video documenting my first-ever luxury Oceania Vista voyage. In this adventure, you’ll get an up-close and personal look at all the luxurious amenities and breathtaking sights that make Oceania one of the world̵
NCL Renewed Spirit
Technically she’s not brand new but with a $100 million dollar facelift you could fool me. You might not recognize the reimagined Norwegian Spirit and you can forget the old saying beauty’s only skin deep, because this striking gal is gorgeous to the core. It’s a textbook case of what money wi
Sail the Nile River with Viking Cruises in 2026
Viking Cruises’ newest ship,Viking Sobek, is now available for booking starting today for its Pharaohs and Pyramids itinerary, a 12 day journey through the Nile River. Viking’s 2024 Egypt season was a success for Viking Cruises. Both 2024 and 2025 seasons have nearly sold out! The strong deman
