Costa Cruises and Aperol Break World Record aboard Costa Favolosa | Cruise News – May 19, 2016
Costa Cruises and Aperol Break World Record aboard Costa Favolosa Cruise News – May 19, 2016 Costa Cruises, in partnership with Aperol, achieved a Guinness World Record aboard Costa Favolosa on May 10 with the creation of the world’s largest Spritz. The impressive 1000-liter version of the
Holland America Line’s Koningsdam is Christened in Rotterdam | Cruise News – May 20, 2016
Holland America Line’s Koningsdam Christened in Rotterdam Cruise News – May 20, 2016 Her Majesty Queen Máxima of the Netherlands christened Holland America Line’s new Pinnacle-class ship, ms Koningsdam, during a ceremony aboard the ship in Rotterdam this morning. The event continued a lo
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – May 20, 2016
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – May 20, 2016 * Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced a 2018 world voyage showcasing destinations across the Southern Hemisphere. The 137-night Navigate the World voyage aboard the newly refurbished Seven Seas Navigator will begin and end in Los Angeles, taking i
Cruise Deal of the Week – May 20, 2016
Cruise Deal of the Week – May 20, 2016 Through May 31, 2016, boutique river cruise line Uniworld is offering savings from $1,600 to $3,950 on select 2016 European journeys on the Rhine, Po, Main, Rhône, Danube, and Seine rivers. Contact Uniworld or your travel agent for more. Sign up for week
Norwegian Escape Christening Ceremony
PortholeTV brings you a look at the exciting christening ceremony of Norwegian Cruise Line‘s brand-new Norwegian Escape, which took place November 9, 2015, at PortMiami. Hear from the line’s president, Andy Stuart; hull artist, Guy Harvey; and the ship’s godfather, Pitbull.
Interrupting This Program – It’s nice to know about the daily events on board … for somebody.
Monday Mantra Get with the program … Get with the program … Get with the program … Or not … Interrupting This Program It’s nice to know about the daily events on board … for somebody. I have a confession to make. When I’m on a cruise, I never read the daily program. Ever. Most [&hellip
American Cruise Lines names new ship American Constellation | Cruise News – May 23, 2016
American Cruise Lines names new ship American Constellation Cruise News – May 23, 2016 American Cruise Lines has announced that its upcoming ship, now under construction at Chesapeake Shipbuilding of Salisbury, Maryland, has been named American Constellation. The new coastal ship, currently n
Virgin Cruises to Set Sail in 2020
Virgin Cruises to Build 3 Mid-Size Ships; First Will Homeport in Miami Cruise News – June 23, 2015 At a standing-room only press conference this morning in Miami, Richard Branson, founder of Virgin Group, and Tom McAlpin, President and CEO of Virgin Cruises, announced initial details about theR
Andrea Bocelli to perform as Princess Charlene of Monaco christens Seven Seas Explorer| Cruise News – May 25, 2016
Andrea Bocelli to perform as Princess Charlene of Monaco christens Seven Seas Explorer Cruise News – May 25, 2016 Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced that its upcoming Seven Seas Explorer will enter service in royal fashion with Her Serene Highness Princess Charlene of Monaco serving as th
Five Faves: Cruising Deep
Cruising Deep Five favorite attractions that go below the ocean’s surface The ocean is what makes the cruise – without it, a cruise ship is just a big metal hotel (though admittedly one with a really good buffet). If you’ve spent any time on board looking down over the rail, or even wading int
Princess Cruises Debuts Behind-the-Scenes Documentary | Cruise News – May 26, 2016
Princess Cruises Debuts Behind-the-Scenes Documentary of Its New Musical Revue Cruise News – May 26, 2016 Last fall, Princess Cruises announced a new musical revue titled Magic to Do, from the Oscar-, Grammy-, and Tony award–winning composer of Wicked, Pippin, and Godspell, Step
Cruise Deal of the Week – May 27, 2016
Cruise Deal of the Week – May 27, 2016 American Queen Steamboat Company is offering a special Memorial Day sale in honor of those who served in the armed forces. For American Empress sailings out of Vancouver on November 12 and November 19, 2016, veterans will travel free when accompanied by a
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – May 27, 2016
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – May 27, 2016 Travelers aboard Crystal Esprit’s voyages in the Seychelles will now be able to extend their vacations with an “Extended Land Program” consisting of a 4-day safari through Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve. The trip will include game drives acr
Carnival Shares Famous Guy Fieri Burger Recipe | Cruise News – National Hamburger Day, May 28, 2016
Carnival Shares Famous Guy Fieri Burger Recipe Cruise News – National Hamburger Day, May 28, 2016 Carnival Cruise Line is celebrating National Hamburger Day by providing hungry fans with a recipe of one of the burgers available at the popular Guy’s Burger Joints, which were developed by Food
This Ship Will Rock – Let’s meet 60 head-on: with the best music of the 1970s.
Monday Tuesday Mantra Cruise to the Edge? YES! … Cruise to the Edge? YES … Cruise to the Edge? YES! This Ship Will Rock Let’s meet 60 head-on: with the best music of the 1970s. Summer’s arrived! I say this as I’m sitting here, sweltering in a tank top, wondering if it might be time [&helli
MSC Cruises Launches Private Island Destination Off Abu Dhabi | Cruise News – Jun. 1, 2016
MSC Cruises Launches Private Island Off Abu Dhabi Coast Cruise News – Jun. 1, 2016 MSC Cruises has announced initial details of its second exclusive island destination, the Sir Bani Yas Island beach oasis, which the line says will further enrich its winter 2016/2017 cruise itineraries in the E
Five Faves: Passage to Paradise
Porthole‘s Five Faves Passage to Paradise The ever-popular 7-night Western Mediterranean cruise itinerary typically includes ports in Spain, France, and Italy, treating visitors to ancient cities, diverse architecture, amazing art, and historic treasures. Churches and cathedrals play an import
Legend of the Seas to Depart Royal Caribbean Fleet | Cruise News – June 2, 2016
Legend of the Seas to Depart Royal Caribbean Fleet Cruise News – Jun. 2, 2016 Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell Royal Caribbean International’s Legend of the Seas to U.K.-based cruise line Thomson Cruises. Legend of the Seas will depart R
Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils New Amenities at Great Stirrup Cay | Cruise News – June 2, 2016
Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils Luxury Features, Family-Friendly Amenities at Great Stirrup Cay Cruise News – June 2, 2016 Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed details of the new experiences that await at its 250-acre private island, Great Stirrup Cay. As part of Norwegian’s $400 million investm
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jun. 3, 2016
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jun. 3, 2016 Disney Cruise Line has announced some of the enhancements awaiting Disney Wonder during the ship’s refurbishment this fall, including a Southern-style restaurant, Tiana’s Place; an authentic English tavern packed with subtle nods to classic London
