Virgin Voyages Cruise Deal of the Week – December 19, 2019
Back in the days of swashbuckling pirates, they sailed the seven seas in search of their favorite thing (no, not rum)…LOOT! We’ve got a very special cruise deal of the week today from the newest cruise line in the industry: Virgin Voyages. Virgin Voyages Cruise Deal of the Week Sta
Spending the Day at Atlantis in the Bahamas
When cruising to Nassau in the Bahamas, spending the day at Atlantis is one of the most popular cruise excursions for guests – and with good reason! The Atlantis Paradise Island Resort is a destination in itself that offers hours of entertainment for people of all ages. With over 14 lagoons, 50,00
When in Rome: Where to Stay Before a Cruise
Located approximately one-hour north-west of Rome, the port of Civitavecchia sees almost two million passengers pass through it annually. This popular port has eight cruise terminals and is the third busiest port in the Mediterranean. Given those statistics, chances are you will find yourself sailin
Miami’s Best Holiday Events for Cruisers
When most think of the holidays, they don’t picture palm trees, perfect beaches and a nice, even tan. If you’re headed to Miami for a cruise vacation for the holidays, there’s no better place to get into the spirit of the season! Miami has a number of fantastic family-friendly events running n
Cruise Deal of the Week – December 6, 2019
Do you have your next cruise vacation planned? If not, we’ve got a once in a lifetime opportunity to cruise through the world famous Panama Canal on the beautiful Norwegian Joy. If you’ve never sailed through the canal but are avid cruisers, then now is a great time to book as unique a c
CruiSea is Helping People Meet at Sea
Have you tried one of the apps out there to meet new people, romantically or otherwise? Now the CruiSea App is proving to be a game changer for the cruise industry as it offers users the ability to meet others on their cruise vacation, mingle, and communicate all from the comfort, security, and con
Carnival and KultureCity Collaborate for Sensory Inclusion
For many, the best part about taking a cruise vacation is how much fun today’s ships can be. They have movie theaters and arcades, roller coasters and waterparks. Everywhere you go there’s something exciting and new to explore. However, the sights and sounds can be challenging for those with sen
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
Planning a Family Reunion? Take a Cruise!
If you are thinking of planning a family reunion, there is truly no better place to have it than on a cruise! Not only is having your get together on a fun-filled cruise ship an amazing adventure, but it also offers a stress-free alternative for family fun where no one has to organize or clean [&hel
Fort Lauderdale for First-Timers
Life in the Sunshine State is a little different than elsewhere across the country. Florida is where America comes to vacation thanks to beautiful weather, gorgeous beachside hotels and the world’s busiest cruise ports. No matter who you are or what your idea of a good time is, Fort Lauderdale and
Tips for Tipping on a Cruise
A necessary (but often confusing) part of planning for a cruise is budgeting to tip the hard-working service staff. Failing to plan for gratuities can lead to a significant expense that is expected to be paid in the last few days of your cruise. However, navigating how to plan for gratuities doesn&#
Saga Reveals New Spirit of the Rhine
When Saga launched their new river cruise ship Spirit of Discovery earlier this year, we already knew the cruise line had her sister ship planned for 2020. The cruise line announced ANOTHER new river ship to set sail in Spring of 2021, Spirit of the Rhine. The ship will be built by Vahali, a Dutch [
Cruise Deal of the Week – November 1, 2019
Before you run out and buy way too many bags of discount Halloween candy, you might want to check out the cruise deal of the week on board Norwegian Cruise Line! Today, Porthole Cruise readers can get a great deal on a cruise that sails the Eastern Caribbean on board a brand new ship! Norwegian [&he
What is a ‘Soft Adventure’ Cruise?
Adventuring cruising is a popular vacation genre these days, but many think that an expedition cruise means giving up the comforts and amenities found on modern cruise vacations. While there are adventure cruise lines that place expedition over comfort, thankfully there are cruises out there wh
The Perfect Port: Spending the Day in Aruba
Everyone has a favorite port when they cruise. Maybe it’s one with a great beach to visit, or a port with lots of world class shopping and dining. Some ports have awesome shore excursions just a short ride from the dock, others have fun local culture and customs to enjoy. No matter what your favor
BREAKING NEWS: Brightline Announces Approval on PortMiami Expansion
A proposed station at PortMiami is now a reality for Virgin Trains. The Miami-Dade County Commission approved the new station at PortMiami to be built by the end of 2020. The Virgin Trains PortMiami station will be a U.S. transit first as the only intercity rail system in the U.S. connecting an inte
Cruise Deal of the Week – October 25, 2019
The best part about Fall isn’t the changing leaves or apple pies, it’s repositioning cruises! If you want to read more about what a repositioning cruise is, check out Porthole’s handy guide to repositioning cruises. Today we a have a great deal on one of the best cruises you can ta
Sky Princess Getting Rave Reviews
The newest member of Princess Cruises’ royal fleet took its first round of guests for a cruise earlier this week and the reviews coming in have been rave. Sky Princess set sail from Athens for a cruise around the Mediterranean and became the first Princess MedallionClass vessel in service for the
Virgin Trains Eyes New Station at PortMiami
When Virgin Trains USA, formerly Brightline, opened up shop in South Florida, it changed the way people traveled within the state. Home to millions of people and growing, the train improved travel times and added convenience for those traveling between Miami and West Palm Beach, with service to Orla
Cruise Deal of the Week – October 18, 2019
Last week we sent out what was easily the best deal in cruising. A week on board the spectacular MSC Meraviglia in a balcony stateroom for just over $300 per person. Apparently MSC Cruises isn’t done basically giving away weeklong cruises for the cost of one night in a Miami Beach hotel room.
