Celebrities Line Up To Stay
Join Bill Panoff, CEO and editor-in-chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel Magazine, and Antonio Polesel, General Manager at the Grand Hotel Portovenere, to explore the luxurious hotel in Portovenere, Italy’s charming fishing village. With stunning views of the Ligurian Sea and access to private
Extraordinary Extras On The Scenic Eclipse
Catering to a select group of 228 passengers, Scenic Eclipse, The World’s First Discovery Yacht™, seamlessly combines luxury travel with adventurous cruising. But what truly sets this all-suite, ultra-luxury expedition ship apart is the wide range of extraordinary experiences it offers. Wh
Explore Iceland With Atlantik DMC
There are countless reasons why you should visit Iceland! Iceland is home to some of the most breathtaking natural wonders in the world, including glaciers, mountains, hot springs, waterfalls, volcanoes, and fjords. Iceland has a unique culture with traditions that include elf sightings and traditio
Holland America Line Adds New Dining and Cultural Opportunities to “Alaska Up Close” Itinerary
Guests aboard Holland America Line’s “Alaska Up Close” cruise will be fully immersed in the local Alaskan culture through specially-crafted onboard programming, sea-to-table dining opportunities, and acclaimed shore excursions. The cruise line will introduce these new additions to the itinerar
Royal Caribbean Extends OceanScope Collaboration
In honor of World Ocean Day, Royal Caribbean Group announced a four year extension to its partnership with OceanScope, an open-source data program that gives scientists important information to study climate and ocean preservation. “At Royal Caribbean Group, every day is World Ocean’s Day
Alan Cumming Joins Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 As Headliner
Today, Cunard shared the news of actor Alan Cumming to headline Queen Mary 2’s December 8, 2023, Transatlantic Crossing out of New York City! “We are thrilled to welcome back Alan Cumming on Queen Mary 2’s December 8th Transatlantic Crossing,” said Matt Gleave
Viking Cruises’ Viking Saturn Named By Metropolitan Opera Chairwoman Ann Ziff
On June 6, 2023, in New York City, Viking Cruises’ Viking Saturn, the cruise line’s newest ship, was named by philanthropist, Chairwoman of the Metropolitan Opera, and longtime Viking Cruises cultural partner, Ann Ziff, who will serve as the ship’s godmother. After the celebration, Viking Satu
Explora Journeys EXPLORA I Opens First Rolex Boutique At Sea
Explora Journeys EXPLORA I has opened the first-ever Rolex boutique at sea! Take a break from lying by the pool and visit the Rolex boutique to purchase some of the world’s most iconic timepieces! “We are elated to be partnering with Rolex, a like-minded Geneva based Swiss luxury bra
Hurtigruten Norway Debuts Plans for World’s Most Energy-Efficient Cruise Ship
Initially announced in March 2022, Hurtigruten Norway unveiled plans to build its first zero-emission vessel. The “Sea Zero” project has become the world’s most energy-efficient cruise ship. Hurtigruten Norway, alongside a committee of 12 maritime partners and SINTEF, a research institute, pre
PONANT Celebrates 35TH Anniversary With Sailings In 35 Destinations
PONANT is celebrating its 35th anniversary with 10 percent savings on 200 sailings across 35 destinations! Explorers can discover the fjords of Greenland, the icebergs in Baffin Bay, the Baltic Sea, the Mediterranean Sea, and various other destinations. Guests can utilize the savings on bookings mad
Holland America Line Reveals 2024-2025 Asia Cruise Season
Holland America Line has revealed the 2024 – 2025 Asia cruise season itinerary! “The demand for Asia remains strong as cruisers seek experiences to exotic and off-the-beaten-path locales that give them unique travel moments,” said Beth Bodensteiner, Holland America Line’
Royal Caribbean Group Announces Innovative Biofuel Testing
This summer, Royal Caribbean Group will be at the forefront of using alternative fuel when Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Apex and Royal Caribbean International’s Symphony of the Seas depart in Europe with maintainable biofuel to meet the ships’ fuel requirements. Throughout the three-month test
MSC Foundation Partners With UNWTO To Provide Sustainability Courses Aboard MSC Euribia
Following the success of the first Global Youth Tourism Summit held in Sorrento, Italy, in 2022, the MSC Foundation has partnered with UNWTO to provide several educational courses related to sustainability aboard MSC Erubia. As a result, the specially-equipped MSC Foundation Youth Lab will be added
Can You Watch The NBA Finals On A Cruise Ship?
Summer is peak season for cruising. It’s the perfect time to escape from the stressors of everyday life and embark on a fun, relaxing journey across the ocean. However, for sports fans, a new problem arises. With the NBA Finals coming up, many fans are asking: Can you watch live sports on a cruise
Jay Leno Named Carnival Venezia Godfather
Former “The Tonight Show” host and comedian Jay Leno will serve as Carnival Venezia’s first godfather. The ceremony honoring his title will be held on June 14, 2023, after the ship is christened and begins its service in New York City. Carnival Venezia is the first of Carnival Cruise Line’s
Holland America Line Reveals Updated Canaletto Menu
You don’t have to travel to Italy to indulge in authentic Italian dishes! Holland America Line has revealed its updated Canaletto menu, an Italian specialty restaurant. Open at dinner time, guests can come and try out the fresh pasta, new dessert and entree options, and signature favorit
Margaritaville at Sea Announces Sold-Out Inaugural Sailing
After a series of multimillion-dollar upgrades, Margaritaville at Sea Paradise, the 658-cabin ship, had its first post-dry dock sailing sold out! The ship departs from Palm Beach, Florida, on June 2, 2023, for a three-day cruise with an overnight in Freeport, Bahamas. “We expected a good turnout f
Brightline Named Partner Of Orlando City And Orlando Pride
Brightline was recently named a sponsor of Major League Soccer’s Orlando City SC and National Women’s Soccer League’s Orlando Pride. The sponsorship between Brightline and Orlando City, and Orlando Pride will initiate through 2023, demonstrating its connection to South and Central Florida. “
Quebec Cruises Greener
The Port of Quebec continues to make the cruise industry more environmentally sustainable through an ongoing Quebec International Cruise Forum. The forum draws ideas from a variety of sources. It brings together citizen groups, members of the maritime industry, representatives of the tourism sector,
