Cunard’s Queen Anne Reaches A Construction Milestone
Cunard’s Queen Anne reached a construction milestone on Friday, April 14, 2023! The ship had her ‘funnel lift,’ an important shipbuilding moment that marks the installation of one of the ship’s most recognizable features, making her one step closer to her maiden voyage in May
Why Your Alaskan Cruise Should Begin At Four Seasons Hotel Seattle
Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is located in the heart of downtown Seattle, making it the perfect location for exploring the city before heading out on a cruise to Alaska. There are several reasons why someone might choose to stay at the hotel before embarking on an Alaskan cruise. Keep reading to learn
Princess Cruises Announces The Arrival Of Sun Princess
Princess Cruises has announced that its latest and largest ship, Sun Princess, will debut in the U.S. next October. Launching in February 2024, Sun Princess will have a season of Mediterranean and European cruises before making her way to the U.S. and, eventually, Port Everglades, which will serve a
Emerald Cruises Names CLIA’s Kelly Craighead As Godmother For Emerald Sakara
Kelly Craighead, president and CEO of Cruise Lines International Association and vice chair and executive director of the Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation, has been named godmother of Emerald Cruises’ newest ship, Emerald Sakara. The ship will enter service in August and have her naming
MSC Cruises’ MSC World Europa Starts Its First Summer Season
MSC Cruises’ MSC World Europa started its first summer season in the Mediterranean this week. The ship is MSC Cruises’ largest ship, and the company’s first to be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG). The ship is also the world’s highest performing large cruise ship in terms of CO2eq emiss
Carnival Cruise Line Announces Carnival Venezia Leadership Team
Carnival Cruise Line announced its appointed senior officers and entertainment team leaders for the brand’s newest ship, Carnival Venezia, on April 14, 2023. The ship’s senior officers are Captain Claudio Cupisti, Chief Engineer Cesare Boldrini and Hotel Director Karl Hallberg. Entertainme
Princess Cruises Celebrates Coronation of King Charles III
Princess Cruises has announced several events aboard Sky Princess and Regal Princess to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III next month. These events include a live stream of ‘The Coronation Service at Westminister’ and ‘The Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle’ on a 300-square-foo
Cruise Down The Amazon With Aqua Expeditions
Join Bill Panoff, CEO of Porthole Cruise and Travel, and Francesco Galli Zugaro, CEO and Founder of Aqua Expeditions, to discuss the new ships and destinations coming to Aqua Expeditions this season. Click here to learn more!
Cruise Deal Of The Week — April 14, 2023
Hey cruisers! As the weather gets warmer, cruises are offering more and more exciting deals and promotions! Take advantage of these amazing savings from AmaWaterways! AmaWaterways announced that it is extending its popular pre- or post-cruise Complimentary Land Package offer on itineraries in
Carnival Cruise Line Has Three Ships Repositioning For Alaska And Europe Seasons
Today, Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Luminosa, Carnival Spirit, and Carnival Pride are all three repositioning for the Alaska and Europe Season! upcoming itineraries Carnival Luminosa: Carnival Luminosa is embarking on a 23-day transpacific sailing and will visit destinations like New
AmaWaterways and Backroads Offer 140 Active River Cruises In 2023 – 2024
AmaWaterways and Backroads continue their eight years of collaborating by announcing a line of up to 140 European river cruise departures featuring Backroads-enhanced biking tours. This experience will take guests to the Dordogne, Garonne, and Gironde Rivers of Bordeaux; the Danube, Douro, Rhine, an
Princess Cruises Reveals Alaska Sailings in 2023
On April 29, 2023, Princess Cruises will begin her 2023 cruise and cruisetour season in Alaska! Guests can choose from seven of the brand’s ships and explore The Great Land across 14 cruise itineraries and 25 land-sea vacations! The ships offering this Alaskan itinerary are Discovery Pri
Viking Cruises Celebrates The Float Out Of The Viking Aton
Viking Cruises announced that its newest Nile River ship, the Viking Aton, was floated out on April 4, 2023 at Massara shipyard in Cairo. Viking Chairman Torstein Hagen and Sayed Farouk, Chairman of The Arab Contractors (Osman Ahmed Osman & Co.), attended the ceremony and pressed the button to l
Live the Margaritaville Dream: Discovering a Sea Land Combination Like No Other!
Join Bill Panoff, CEO of Porthole Cruise and Travel, and Kevin Sheehan, President And CEO of Margaritaville, to learn more about the cruise line’s ship experience and extended stays in the Bahamas! Discover more information on the brand’s latest partnership with the Margaritaville Hotel
Earth Day Every Day
1. Northern Exposures. Iñupiaq photographer Brian Adams and Anchorage Museum Director Julie Decker take readers on an Arctic tour in I Am Inuit. This collection of vivid portraits and personal stories from 20 communities of Alaska Natives defies expectations as it reveals 21st- century life among p
Holland America Line Reveals 2024 – 2025 West Coast Cruises
Holland America Line has officially opened cruise bookings for its 2024 – 2025 West Coast season from San Diego, California, and Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada! Guests will have the opportunity to see the world from their doorstep, without international air, or by taking a flight from Can
Princess Cruises Reveals “The Catch by Rudi” Seafood Restaurant
Today, Princess Cruises has revealed a new specialty seafood restaurant, “The Catch by Rudi,” a dining experience in collaboration with Culinary Chef Rudi Sodamin, head of culinary arts for Princess Cruises. MORE ABOUT “The Catch by Rudi” The seafood experience will begin abo
Unbelievable Places PONANT Cruises Can Take You – You’ll Never Guess Where!
Bill Panoff, Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel joins Hervé Gastinel CEO of PONANT Cruises to discuss the intimate cruising experience with the brand. Learn more about PONANT’s “Woman of the Poles” initiative and its impact on the industry.
Holland America Line will celebrate 150th Anniversary on April 18, 2023
Holland America Line is preparing to celebrate its 150th anniversary on April 18, 2023. The Rotterdam VII will arrive at its namesake city, Rotterdam, the Netherlands, to celebrate with port officials and guests. The Zuiderdam will be at Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and host an evening party for Gran
Luxury Cruising – A Scenic Adventure You Won’t Forget
Join Bill Panoff, CEO of Porthole Cruise and Travel and Ken Muskat President of Scenic Group USA to discuss the brand’s latest vessels Scenic Eclipse II and Emerald Sakara! Learn more about the new culinary experience with Chef Ben from Below Deck and Chef Bryan Voltaggio!
