Life on the Edge
“There is no Terminal 25,” my taxi driver huffed as we neared Port Everglades. “Trust me, I’ve been driving here for 15 years. It’s not there.” We arrived shortly at, you guessed it, T25. In the cabbie’s defense, the structure is Celebrity Cruises’ newest terminal, a spacious, bright
Last Call: Heaven on Earth on Celebrity Edge
The Place — Eden Bar Grab A Seat — Celebrity Edge Standout Feature — Once the sweeping panoramic ocean views take your breath away, come back to life with a sinful libation at the Eden Bar — one of several innovative fixtures within the three-story Eden venue. Watch your bartender ascend the
Cruise Deal of the Week – March 29, 2019
What’s sweeter than getting a great deal on a cruise vacation? Getting a sweet deal on a SUITE for your cruise vacation! Seriously, this new cruise deal from Celebrity Cruises on their suite staterooms is so sweet you’re going to have to brush your teeth extra tonight! The Sweet Life Dur
Last Call: Espresso Yourself
The Place for Espresso — Café al Bacio and Gelateria Grab A Seat — All Celebrity Cruise Ships (excluding Celebrity’s expedition ships) Standout Feature — The European charm of Café al Bacio and Gelateria seems an unlikely choice to grab a brew…unless that brew is a cup of coffee! Sure
Cruise Deal of the Week – February 1, 2019
One of the biggest weekends in America is finally here and in honor of Super Bowl Sunday, Celebrity Cruises has a winning deal no matter who you’re rooting for! Seriously, the deal is so good it would make even Bill Belichick smile! A Super Deal If you’re like most America’s, you&#
Create Your Own Whisky Blend Aboard Carnival
Hundreds of years ago in a peat bog somewhere in Scotland, Friar John Cor distilled the first batch of scotch whisky. It probably wasn’t the best-tasting spirit, considering it was the year 1494, but thanks to hundreds of years of refined distilling, scotch whisky has grown into one of the most po
A Grand Entrance for Celebrity Edge
For the first time, Port Everglades Terminal 25 has a tenant: Celebrity Edge. The newest ship in Celebrity Cruises fleet sailed into Fort Lauderdale, FL, yesterday, her new home for cruising to the Caribbean. It took the ship 15 days to sail across the Atlantic Ocean from the French shipyard where s
Adventure Unbridled: A Galapagos Expedition
As she glides through the brilliant turquoise waters of Gardner Bay, there’s already a crowd forming along the top deck of Celebrity Xpedition. They’ve gathered for the sea lions. Weighing in at around 600 pounds and prone to guttural barks and yelps, these salty dogs are a staple of any trip to
Deal of the Week – August 31, 2018
Celebrity Cruises is kicking off Labor Day weekend with a sale you aren’t going to want to miss. Through Wednesday, book your next quality luxury vacation—more than 600 sailings available around the world—and save up to $450 per stateroom. The deal is valid for cruises departing between Septem
Celebrity Edge Adds Technology to the Stage
What’s the number one thing cruisers want to see on board future ships? While the answer does vary, improved technology is certainly a common response. Ships built five, 10 or 15 years ago may not seem that old, but technology has a habit of fully evolving in very little time, meaning ships are ou
Celebrity Apex Underway with Steel-Cutting Ceremony
Newer, more lavish, better amenities. It’s clear where the future of cruising is headed and one cruise line is keeping up with the trend in fine fashion. Celebrity Cruises recently began production on their newest ship, Celebrity Apex, at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in St. Nazaire, Fr
Get in the Spirit With Celebrity Cruises’ Norway-Themed Cocktail
Cruisers sail for a number of different reasons. Some want to get away from the stresses of daily life during what little vacation they get every year. Others, however, are on a journey to visit new places and experience new things they can’t anywhere else. Celebrity Cruises has a new cocktail abo
Cruise Terminal Upgraded in Anticipation of Celebrity Edge
Celebrity Cruises is always trying to amaze their guests on board their cruise ships, but thanks to a newly designed Port Everglades Terminal 25, they’re doing it long before people head out to sea. Port Everglades Terminal 25 underwent a massive remodeling project to update the terminal to the st
5 Dining Options to Try on Your Next Cruise
A great vacation captivates all the senses; touch, sight, sound, smell, and of course, taste. After a fun-filled day enjoying activities aboard the ship or exploring a port of call, most travelers have worked up quite the appetite. Cruise ships are known for sparing no expense to create a luxurious
5 Faves: Presidential Pursuits for Women in Charge
Porthole’s 5 Faves Cruising’s leading women reveal their secrets to success, balance, and travel. Upcoming deadlines. A sea of emails (pun intended). Kid logistics when school is closed for Presidents’ Day. My to-do list seems never-ending! But every time I’m feeling overwhelmed betw
Dig In! Celebrity Edge to Feature 29 Dining Venues
Cruise News – March 1, 2018 Celebrity Cruises has announced a lineup of 29 dining venues aboard its upcoming ship, Celebrity Edge, which is set to debut from Miami in December. The 29 world-class dining venues include four main dining restaurants, two exclusive Suite and AquaClass restaurants, sev
Royal Caribbean Bartender Wins Bacardi Cruise Competition
Cruise News – Feb. 7, 2018 The North American Finals of the 2018 USBG Legacy Cocktail Competition, sponsored by Bacardi, was held in Miami last night to determine which bartenders in the Cruise, United States, and Canada divisions will go on to compete in the Bacardi Legacy Cocktail Competition Gl
Total Eclipse: Celebrity Cruises is the perfect backdrop for a music cruise.
The Monthly Mantra I loved the Eclipse! … I loved the Eclipse! … I loved the Eclipse! And I’m not talking about that thing last August where, in New York at least, we all piled out of our office buildings with silly glasses on to watch something that turned out to look like nothing mor
Cruise Control: Which Beach in Aruba? Baby Beach! (Video)
You finally made it to nearly all the islands the Beach Boys sing about… but there’s just one left. You’re crossing Aruba off your list! Imagine docking at the port of Oranjestad. When you disembark the ship, you look around to see the streets flooded with colorful buildings and shopping touri
