Oceania Cruises’ Riviera Debuts In “The Last Frontier” Summer 2025
In the summer of 2025, Oceania Cruises will launch its renovated 1,250-passenger vessel, Riviera, for her debut season in Alaska! Prepare for a remarkable voyage, exploring some of the world’s most breathtaking destinations in the largest state of America, enriched by immersing yourself i
Norwegian Cruise Line Expands Solo Stateroom Category Across Fleet
Norwegian Cruise Line announces its plans to introduce 1000 solo staterooms fleetwide. For the first time, three new solo stateroom categories, Solo Inside, Solo Oceanview and Solo Balcony, will be available for sale, for sailings starting January 2, 2024. Guests who stay in the new stat
Crystal Serenity – New Ownership, New Interiors, Same High Quality
In many ways, it looked like a brand-new ship. We had just boarded Crystal Serenity in Quebec City for its first North American cruise after the bankruptcy of its parent company, Genting Hong Kong, many legal challenges, and eventual purchase in 2022 by the Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group. Seren
Princess Cruise Introduces Expanded Vegan Menu for Plant- Based Cruises
Princess Cruise has introduced a series of vegan menus onboard the fleet, in line with its commitment of providing excellent cuisine for all. The new menus combine gourmet culinary tastes with eco-consciousness. The items on these menus are prepared without animal products and offer a variety o
Holland America Line Installs Space X’s Starlink on More than Half Its Fleet
Holland America Line has updated its internet to Space X’s Starlink onboard over half of its fleet. The first ship to receive this high-speed internet was Koningsdam, and now Oosterdam, Volendam, Westerdam, Zaandam, and Zuiderdam also have high-speed internet onboard. Starlink is a sat
Princess Cruises Unveils New Culinary Offerings On Sun Princess
Next year, Princess Cruises’ Sun Princess will take dining at sea to the next level with various culinary experiences that cater to all tastes. The ship will feature innovative concepts from Rudi Sodamin and a soon-to-be-announced celebrity chef. The new ship boasts 29 new and signat
PONANT Reveals New Excursion Offerings
PONANT has exciting news for guests sailing Winter 2024-2025! Experience one complimentary excursion per port of call on any of the 17 itineraries and 32 departures available. Immerse yourself in traditional dhow boat rides through Arabian fjords or expert-led talks on constructing the Panama Canal.
Sip And Sail With Princess Cruises On Two Themed Cruises
Princess Cruises launched themed wine cruises featuring Wagner and Jackson Family wines on 2023 voyages! Sail aboard Discovery Princess on October 1, 2023, and Sapphire Princess on October 8, 2023, on six- and seven-day voyages with a unique opportunity to experience two renowned family wineries
Cruise To Japan Aboard Princess Cruises’ Diamond Princess
After increasing interest in traveling to Japan, Princess Cruises has released its 2025 Japan cruise season! Set sail aboard Diamond Princess and journey through Japan’s rich history and vibrant culture on 35 voyages ranging from seven to 22 days! From magnificent temples and h
Embarking on a Luxury Voyage: My First Oceania Cruise Adventure
Embark on a journey of a lifetime aboard the magnificent Oceania Vista in this video documenting my first-ever luxury Oceania Vista voyage. In this adventure, you’ll get an up-close and personal look at all the luxurious amenities and breathtaking sights that make Oceania one of the world̵
MSC Cruises and The Miami Dolphins Reveal Multi-Year Partnership
MSC Cruises has announced a new multi-year partnership with the Miami Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium in preparation for the 2023 football season! The Miami Dolphins have designated MSC Cruises as their Official Cruise Line, offering the company an array of marketing and advertising prospects at the
Oceania Cruises Reveals Allura Inaugural Sailings
Get ready to embark on Oceania Cruises’ latest vessel, Allura, scheduled to launch in the summer of 2025. Its maiden voyage will cover 26 sailings, spanning seven to 34 days and covering 92 locations! Bookings for these exciting itineraries will open on September 13, 2023, so mark your ca
Unlocking the Extraordinary: Special Access Tours with National Geographic
Bill Panoff, the editor-in-chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel discusses upcoming news! Watch today’s video to learn more about the expansion into cruising with Intercruises in collaboration with National Geographic Expeditions!
Paul Gauguin Cruises Reveals Itineraries for 2025
Paul Gauguin Cruises revealed its upcoming 2025 Boutique Crossing Collection. The collection will showcase three unique journeys, ranging from 14 to 20 nights, exploring the natural and cultural splendors of Oceania, Indonesia, and Melanesia. These captivating itineraries will also feature inaugural
Step Into Luxury: Sofitel Paris le Faubourg Pre and Post Cruise Experience
If you’re considering a river cruise from Leon, France, why not extend your stay in Paris and explore all this beautiful city offers? From the iconic Eiffel Tower to the world-renowned Louvre Museum, there are countless attractions to visit. One of the top hotels to stay in during your trip is
Royal Caribbean & Inter Miami CF Team Up for Dream Sports Vacation
Royal Caribbean International and Inter Miami CF have announced a multiyear collaboration that will merge devotion and unwavering dedication in the vacation and sports arenas! “Royal Caribbean started in Miami more than 50 years ago, and we have always had heart and passion for our community,&
Cunard Partners With Pop Art Mr. Brainwash On Queen Elizabeth Mural
As Cunard continues to promote artistic excellence at sea, the cruise line announced a partnership with popular pop artist Mr. Brainwash! On August 22, 2023, Thierry Guetta, formally known as Mr. Brainwash joined Cunard executives aboard Queen Elizabeth for an exclusive ceremony where he unveiled a
MSC Meraviglia Reveals New Fall Itineraries
MSC Cruises’ MSC Meraviglia is altering her route to follow the upcoming season’s changing winds and falling leaves! After a successful first season in New York City, MSC Meraviglia is venturing to areas renowned for their historic architecture, scenic landscape
Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Equinox To Homeport In Port Canaveral
Celebrity Cruises has announced Port Canaveral as the homeport for Celebrity Equinox from December 2024 through April 2025! The cruise line is the seventh to choose Port Canaveral as its homeport. “We are thrilled to welcome Celebrity Cruises as our new partner and honored to be part of t
Emerald Sakara Departs On Inaugural Voyage From Piraeus
On August 5, 2023, Emerald Cruises’ Emerald Sakara departed on her inaugural sailing from Piraeus, Greece! The following morning, her sister yacht, Emerald Azzurra, officially welcomed her to the fleet as the twin ships sailed through the Corinth Canal! “Launching a new lu
