Celebrity Cruises Unveils Celebrity Xcel
Get ready for a new adventure with Celebrity Xcel, the latest addition to Celebrity Cruise’ Edge Series! The new ship is set to amplify the popular features of its sister vessels while offering an unmatched premium vacation experience to its guests. The Unveiling of Celebrity Xcel The announce
2023 Reader’s Choice Awards Winners Revealed
“The highly anticipated 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards results have just been revealed! After receiving an overwhelming response from avid travelers around the world, we are delighted to announce the most outstanding winners in each category. Bill Panoff CEO and Editor In Chief of Porthole
Holland America Line Announces New Black Friday Deals
On November 17, 2023, guests can begin shopping with Holland America Line for Black Friday deals until December 1, 2023! Cruise Discounts on Staterooms and Select Itineraries When booking on select cruises in 2025, guests will receive a prepaid stateroom crew appreciation of up to $700 per person. P
Carnival Cruise Line Honors Military Heroes with Onboard Tribute
Carnival Cruise Line honored more than 150 local veterans with the Houston Veterans Administration (VA) by presenting a tribute reception and luncheon aboard Carnival Breeze in Galveston, Texas. The veterans were presented with a commemorative coin in honor of their dedicated service, and were
Brightline Shares Early Black Friday DeALS
Brightline’s “Bright Friday” deals are here! Explore the best rates of the year for Brightline fares, with one-way adult fares between South Florida and Orlando starting at $59. Additionally, children get to enjoy a discount of 50% off their rides! “Our guests have the benefit of
Celebrity Cruises Takes Delivery Of Celebrity Ascent
Celebrity Cruises has taken delivery of the brand’s newest ship, Celebrity Ascent, at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in St. Nazaire, France! Celebrity Ascent proudly takes its place as the fourth ship in Celebrity Cruises’ evolutionary Edge Series. “Celebrity Ascent
A Different Sip
Every coffee lover has a favorite. Do you sip only single-origin Colombian or Brazilian? Perhaps you prefer flavored varieties, with vanilla, pecan or hazelnut added. Even if you’ll drink any dang bean that has caffeine, surely you go for one or two grocery-store brands over the others. But have y
WORLD VOYAGER NAMED IN USHUAIA
MBE Winner Harpreet Kaur “Preet” Chandi Names Atlas Ocean Voyages’ Third Expedition Ship Last night, beneath sunny Ushuaia skies, Atlas Ocean Voyages’ World Voyager was christened by Harpreet Kaur “Preet” Chandi, the first woman of color to ski solo to the South Pole. Prior to introducin
Mooning Over SH Diana
When you walk onto Swan Hellenic’s newest ship, SH Diana, you are immediately greeted with a sense of elegance and sophistication. That’s not what you might expect from an expedition ship, but the newest member of Swan Hellenic’s fleet captures the essence of high-class exploration. As soon as
Journey In Style: Bill Panoff’s Experience Aboard Explora I
As Porthole Cruise and Travel’s CEO, I am thrilled to share that our journey on EXPLORA I has exceeded all expectations. The ship’s extraordinary design and meticulous attention to detail have genuinely astounded us. EXPLORA I embodies a captivating blend of sophistication and elegance t
Oceania Cruises Unveils Black Friday Savings
Oceania Cruises has unveiled its Black Friday Savings! Guests can save up to $5400 per stateroom on over 100 worldwide voyages in 2024. The offer is valid for all bookings made between November 14 – December 5, 2023. More about the Black Friday Deals The Black Friday Deal includes trips to t
MSC Cruises Orders Two New Environmentally-Friendly Ships from Chantiers de L’ Atlantique
MSC Cruises ordered two LNG-powered ships with French shipbuilder Chantiers de L’Atlantique. The order demonstrates the company’s commitment to buying two world-class ships from the shipbuilder and offers the option to purchase a fifth ship later. World Class 3 and 4, the two new ships, will arr
Disney Cruise Line Opens New Terminal At Port Everglades
Disney Cruise Line has officially sprinkled its pixie dust and arrived at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida! The cruise line celebrated the grand opening of its new dedicated cruise terminal, joined by esteemed port and community leaders, such as Port Everglades CEO and port director Jonat
Cunard Unveils Cunard 4 Queens Gin Collection
Along with its expected debut of Queen Anne in May 2024, Cunard is excited to announce a new gin inspired by Her Majesty in the Cunard 4 Queens Gin Collection. The collection will feature the Queen Anne Edition, infused with influences from the British Isles. Merlin Griffiths Showcases Queen Anne
MSC Bellissima Featured In Netflix’s “In Love and Deep Water” Film
On November 16, 2023, MSC Bellissima will be featured in the premiere of the Netflix film In Love and Deep Water, a new Japanese film that incorporates romance with mystery thriller themes. Filming of the movie was completed on a recreational set of MSC Bellissima. In 2024, MSC Bellissima will
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Delivers Seven Seas Grandeur
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has taken delivery of Seven Seas Grandeur in Ancona, Italy. In its construction spanning over two years, the luxury vessel has been designed by the award-winning Studio DADO and crafted by Fincantieri, a premier shipbuilder. “We would like to thank Studio DADO
Regent Seven Seas Cruises announces Gift Card Incentive
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has exciting incentives in store for North American Travel Advisors! From November 13, 2023, through December 15, 2023, Travel Advisors will be rewarded a $1,000 gift card for each new 2024 booking! But that’s not all – there’s more to the excitement! Regent S
Unforgettable Cruise Adventures of 2023
2023 unfolded as a year of exploration, unveiling new ships, uncharted destinations, and brand-new flavors around the world. Each destination was a chapter in our travel story, leaving us with memories that will last a lifetime. From meeting locals with heartwarming stories to adrenaline-pumping adv
Scenic Group Offers Mega-Deals for Black Friday
Prepare to save big this Black Friday with Scenic Group’s mega-deals! Emerald Cruises and Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours have announced deals for both lines for river and ocean sailings. Bookings made between November 15, 2023, and November 30, 2023, are combinable with 2-for-1 fares.
Tauck on the Seine: Paris, Pampering and Passion
We’ve been writing about cruising — ocean, river, and expedition — for more than 20 years. Our Tauck cruise on the Seine had the most all-inclusive features we’ve ever enjoyed. Tauck, the Connecticut-based international travel company, has been in business since 1925 and clearly knows how to
