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Carnival Steps up to Fight Australian Bushfires
The end of the year 2019 saw massive bushfires across New South Wales, Australia and a major cruise line is stepping up to help fight these fires as they continue to devastate the country. Carnival Australia has announced $350,000 to the Australian Red Cross Disaster Relief on behalf of P&O Crui
Editor-in-Chief Awards 2020
Welcome to 2020! Where are you cruising next? Here are the picks for the top travel experiences that left an impression on our editor-in-chief in terms of service, quality and memorable moments. Bill Panoff Editor-In-Chief The Best On Board Time spent aboard a cruise ship is time well spent. Here ar
The Judi’s Choice Awards 2019
The Monthly Mantra Judi’s Choice Awards … Judi’s Choice Awards … Judi’s Choice Awards … It’s time for the 2019 Judi’s Choice Awards! Unlike all those hum-drum “best-ofs” that tackle the obvious aspects of a cruise like dining, entertainment, and itineraries (anyone could do that)
Black Friday Cruise Deal of the Week – November 29, 2019
You could head to the store on Black Friday to wrestle with a stranger over the last Elmo doll, or you could peruse the list below compiled by the cruise deal specialists here at Porthole Cruise Magazine. We’ve scoured the internet for THE BEST deals to be had on Black Friday for cruises all o
Porthole Cruise Magazine’s 2019 Reader’s Choice Award Winners
“Our readers are the real experts when it comes to judging the best of the best in the cruise industry! Here’s what they had to say for 2019.” Bill Panoff Editor-In-Chief The Best Ships Cruise ships are endless sources of fun and relaxation. Porthole Cruise Magazine readers voted
Perks of Staying at Fort Lauderdale Hotels Not Close to Port
Are you an anxious traveler? You know, the kind that’s packed a week in advance, shows up to the airport three hours too early and generally stresses about every little detail when it comes to getting from one place to another? Those people tend to think they have to stay as close to the port
A Lifetime of Painting Cruise Ships
The Monthly Mantra Artist on Board … Artist on Board … Artist on Board … “Can we go to Cucina for dinner?” That was Bermudian maritime artist Stephen Card’s immediate reaction to me telling him I’d be visiting the island aboard Carnival Sunrise’s 4-day sailing from New Yo
Cruise Deal of the Week – October 4, 2019
Do you feel that, cruisers? The dog days of summer have given way to the crispness of Autumn and that means sailing season is just around the corner. As the days grow shorter and colder, picture yourself on a beach somewhere exotic, like Fort Lauderdale, Bonaire, Willemstad/Curacao, Oranjestad, Amb
Cruise Deal of the Week – September 6, 2019
As America dives head first into another football season, take advantage of the distractions by scoring your own deal on an awesome cruise vacation. While your friends, family, neighbors and co-workers are glued to their fantasy team and consuming a dangerous amount of guacamole on Sundays, you can
Is My Cruise Cancelled? An Update on the Bahamas After Hurricane Dorian
A terrifying weekend is finally over for the people of the Bahamas. Hurricane Dorian, a category 5 storm, put on its parking brake over the northern islands of Great Abacoa and Grand Bahamas for what must have felt like an eternity for those on the islands. As the first images of the damage started
Cruise Deal of the Week – August 23, 2019
Seeing the world isn’t easy. Earth is a big place with lots of sights, sounds and experiences to be had. Thankfully, we live in an era where it doesn’t take weeks to get from one continent to another and that’s great news for those looking to embark on an epic vacation. Holland Ame
Cruise Deal of the Week – August 9, 2019
Last minute cruise deals are one of the best ways to save money on your next cruise vacation, but it’s not always easy to book one. You have to be flexible with your schedule as you often only have a matter of weeks from when you book to when the cruise sails. This week we […]
Cruise Ship Review: Nieuw Statendam’s Very Oprah Inaugural
What happens when you get 2,400 women together on a cruise ship for a Girls’ Getaway with Oprah Winfrey? Tons of laughter, loads of camaraderie, and hugs and tears resulting from both. Even Oprah herself was moved by the experience. At the end of the cruise, as she was about to christen Holland Am
Cruising to Galataport Istanbul: Modern City, Ancient Roots
For thousands of years, a port city on the shores of the Sea of Marmara served as one of the most important economic centers in all the world. Known then as Constantinople, today as Istanbul, few cities across the world boast a more unique culture and history. It became the capital of the Roman Empi
Cruise Deal of the Week – May 17, 2019
You can buy a lot of things for $600. That’s how much cruisers are saving with the latest deal from Holland America Line! A new deal called Oceans of Extras means guests are getting hundreds to spend at sea and a bunch of other perks that are sure to make your cruise vacation a great […
Cruise Deal of the Week – May 10, 2019
What does Mom really want for Mother’s Day? You could go with the traditional route of flowers and the like, or you could step it up with year and show your Mom how much you really care! Holland America Line has revamped their gift card services so it’s easier than ever to give Mom the [
Cruise Deal of the Week – March 22, 2019
Have you ever heard the expression “the early bird gets the worm”? The same logic applies to the latest cruise deal of the week from Holland America Line! Book your 2020-2021 cruise now and receive one of their best offers yet, with a total value of $1200. Early Booking Bonus The deal i
Bora Bora: Your Dream Vacation
This article is the 3rd of a three part series by Porthole Cruise Magazine contributor Georgina Cruz chronicling her voyage aboard a Holland America Line world cruise. The three parts focus on a unique island in French Polynesia: Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora. Today, Georgina takes us on a tour of B
Cruise Deal of the Week – March 1, 2019
Sometimes you just have to cruise. But that doesn’t mean you have to cruise at full price. Savvy cruisers know that a great deal on a cruise vacation is out there if you just know where to look! Right Deal + Perfect Cruise Holland America Line is running a fantastic promotion on cruises from n