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
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.
Disney Cruise Line will open the new Lighthouse Point In 2024
Disney Cruise Line will bring guests to a new destination at Lighthouse Point in summer 2024, located on the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas. Guests will experience the quality of a Disney vacation while immersing themselves in a unique island experience that celebrates Bahamian culture. “At Di
MSC Cruises’ MSC Euribia Features New Kids Entertainment Offerings
On March 9, 2023, MSC Cruises announced plans for expanded children’s entertainment and family offerings on the MSC Euribia, which makes its maiden voyage this June. Passengers of all ages will be able to enjoy diverse and action-packed experiences on the cruise. The MSC Euribia will feature a sev
Princess Cruises Celebrates The Float Out Of Sun Princess
Princess Cruises is another step closer to their next-generation ship, Sun Princess, after a float-out ceremony was held yesterday at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy! MORE ABOUT THE FLOAT-OUT CEREMONY The float-out showcases the completion of the first comprehensive phase of const
Norwegian Cruise Line Debuts New Ships and Ports of Calls in 2024-2025
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced new and expanded itineraries for the 2024/2025 cruise season. This announcement comes with the debut of Norwegian Spirit, Norwegian Sun, and Norwegian Sky in Asia, with new ports of call in Manama, Bahrain; Rarotonga, Cook Islands; Sokhna, Egyp
Royal Caribbean’s roYAL Beach cLUB pLANS TO aRRIVE 2025
After receiving approval from the government of The Bahamas, Royal Caribbean International is officially beginning development for the brand’s first Royal Beach Club! Get ready for the ultimate beach day at the western end of Paradise Island in Nassau come 2025! “The Bahamas has been a p
Sea Cloud Cruises Will Head to Venice This Summer
Sea Cloud Cruises will be setting a course for the historic center of Venice this summer. According to Sea Cloud Cruises, their windjammers are some of the only ships still permitted by the Italian government to dock in the heart of the lagoon city. The cruise company has planned a number of visits
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Announces The Longest World Cruise Expected 2026
Looking to travel around the world for 154 nights? Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the luxury cruise line, has unveiled its longest World Cruise, The Sense of Adventure, sailing on January 10, 2026, on board the Seven Seas Mariner. Come aboard and explore 41 countries across six continents! MORE ABOU
Holland America Line Reveals New Extended Legendary Voyages
In honor of Holland America Line’s 150th Anniversary, the cruise line is introducing extended Legendary Voyages! The available voyages will range from 25 to 59 days, providing an enriching and historical experience at each destination. MORE ABOUT THE LEGENDARY VOYAGES Most Legendary Voyages
Brightline Becomes Fastest Train in Florida
Brightline reached 130 mph during train testing, making it the fastest train in Florida and the Southeastern United States. Brightline, the only provider of “modern, eco-friendly, intercity rail,” made this historical achievement on its new railway between Orlando International Airport and Coc
AmaWaterways Reveals First-Ever Magdalena River Cruises
Today, AmaWaterways revealed details of two new ships debuting in 2024! Guests can get ready to visit a list of destinations with cultural and immersive experiences aboard the AmaMagdalena and AmaMelodia! “We are absolutely thrilled to have two beautiful ships joining our growing fleet of
Carnival Miracle to Join Fleet in Galveston
Carnival Cruise Line is diversifying their offerings in Texas by adding a fourth ship to their Galveston port. The cruise line announced that Carnival Miracle will relocate from San Francisco to Galveston, Texas, on October 1, 2024. Carnival Miracle will be the fourth ship at the Texas port and will
Tour Ritz Carlton’s First Yacht Collection Ship
Today, Bill Panoff, CEO of Porthole Cruise and Travel, gives viewers a first look at the new Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection brand ship, Evrima! The Evrima is the first vessel for the line. Come see all the new luxury offerings that will bring a huge delight to all guests onboard!
From Rice & Beans To Haute Cuisine
It’s a sultry, stormy Wednesday night in early September and Cartagena’s streets near the historic walled city are temporarily flooded. There isn’t an Uber or taxi to be found, yet a reservation at Celele Restaurant awaits us. Thirty frantic minutes negotiating with hotel staff, truncated phon
Cunard Announces Winter 2025 Program
Cunard’s newest ship, Queen Anne, is set to embark on her first World Voyage in 2025. The luxury cruise line announced its Winter 2025 program, which has over 133 voyages with stops at 159 unique destinations worldwide. Queen Anne will be the only ship to offer a full World Voyage in 2025. Queen E
Cunard Launches ‘Sea Views’ Photography Exhibition, Spotlighting 100 Years Of History
Cunard, a luxury cruise line, launched a new online exhibition on March 2, 2023, featuring 100 years of photographs. The exhibition was curated by British photographer and filmmaker Mary McCartney. The exhibition, called ‘Sea Views,’ displays images from the Cunard archive as well as pho
PONANT And Smithsonian Journeys Announce 2024 Voyages With New Itineraries
PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys announced their 2024 small ship expeditions, which will allow guests to explore the history, environment, local culture, and cuisine of each destination. PONANT, which designs small ship voyages, and Smithsonian Journeys, the Smithsonian Institution’s travel program
MSC Cruises Creates Training Program To Reduce Ship And Whale Collision
Today, MSC Cruises shared its latest partnership with ORCA, a marine conservation charity, to reduce the likelihood of collisions with whales, dolphins, and porpoises in oceans around the world. MORE ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP ORCA and MSC Cruises plan to educate those working on the ship’s bridge
Natalya Leahy Named President Of Seabourn
Today, luxury cruise line Seabourn shared the news of the brand’s new president, Natalya Leahy. Leahy has worked with Holland America Group for the last seven years overseeing operational logistics for Seabourn. “It’s an honor to join the extraordinary Seabourn team and partners
