Redefining Cruising: What MSC Cruises Has In Store For The Future!
Bill Panoff, Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel, gives viewers a glimpse of Seatrade Cruise Global! Get to know more about Pierfrancesco Vago, the Chairman Passenger Division for MSC Cruises, and his involvement in the state of the industry. Vago shares the new changes to MSC Cruises, inc
Highlights from the Porthole Party 2023
It was an exciting week for the Porthole Cruise and Travel team as we connected with professionals in the cruise and travel industry at Seatrade Cruise Global! To top off the fun, we celebrated the industry at the annual Porthole Party, hosted by Editor-in-Chief Bill Panoff at Revolution Live in For
Oceania Cruises Reveals Broadway Entertainment Aboard New Vista Ship
In light of Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, Vista, the brand revealed new entertainment options to go hand in hand with the new dining offerings and luxury accommodations when the ship launches in May 2023! “With Vista, our first new ship in more than a decade, we have
Holland America Line Adds New Destinations And Longer Itineraries For 2024 – 2025 Caribbean Season
Holland America Line officially opened bookings for the brand’s 2024-2025 Caribbean season! Get ready for new destinations such as Boston and longer itineraries with up to 14 and 21 days at sea! MORE ABOUT THE CARIBBEAN SEASON The brand welcomes three new voyages that are 14 and 21 days.
Celebrity Cruises’ New Edge Series Ship Will Use Tri-Fueled Engine
Celebrity Cruises’ new Edge Series ship will advance the cruise industry’s use of alternative fuels with tri-fueled engines. The ship is the culmination of efforts by its parent company, Royal Caribbean Group, as well as the technology group Wärtsilä and shipyard Chantiers de L’Atlantiqu
Norwegian Cruise Line Announces “BeetleJuice” To Debut Aboard Norwegian Viva
Broadway fanatics, this one is for you! Norwegian Cruise Line announced the fan-favorite musical, “Beetlejuice,” is coming to the line’s newest ship, Norwegian Viva as the headline program in August 2023! This will be the first time the Tony Award-nominated musical will hit the se
Carnival Firenze Opens Reservations for 2024-2025 Sailings
Carnival Cruise Line opened reservations for the Carnival Firenze, its next new ship, on March 23, 2023. The cruise will showcase Carnival Fun Italian Style experiences, and it will sail year-round from May 2024 through April 2025 from Long Beach, California. “Carnival Firenze is named after
AmaWaterways 2023 European Season Gives Guests More Ways to See Europe
AmaWaterways’ 2023 European season is officially underway following a Cruise Managers’ Kickoff Meeting onboard AmaMagna hosted by co-founder and executive vice-president Kristin Karst. Guests can now board the luxury river cruise line’s fleet of “19 award-winning ships,” which includ
Carnival Venezia Joins Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Venezia has officially joined the Carnival Cruise Line fleet! Today, leadership team members from Costa Crociere and Carnival Cruise Line joined Costa Captain Tihomir Muzic and Carnival Captain Claudio Cupisti to welcome the new Costa by Carnival ship officially! “We are so pleased
Royal Caribbean International Premieres “Icon Extra: The Top Deck Challenge on Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas”
Today, Royal Caribbean International Premieres “Icon Extra: The Top Deck Challenge On Royal Caribbean’s Icon Of The Seas.” ABOUT “MAKING AN ICON” extra video In this episode, guests will hear from the Royal Caribbean team as they discuss the engineering, naval architecture and
MSC’s Newest Ships Will Run On Liquid Natural Gas
The MSC Cruise Division has just taken a giant step toward its ambitious goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050: They’ve launched MSC World Europa and are looking forward to MSC Euribia, two ships powered entirely by liquid natural gas (LNG). LNG is the cleanest, lowest-emissi
Regent Seven Seas And Fabergé Reveal New Spotlight Voyages
Today, Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Fabergé, a globally known jewelry brand, revealed their latest partnership in creating two new Spotlight Voyages. “We pride ourselves on offering our guests immersive and culturally enlightening itineraries as well as enriching onboard programming,” said And
Cruise Legend Bob Dickinson Reveals 51 Years of Cruising , Part 1
Join Bill Panoff, CEO of Porthole Cruise and Travel, and Bob Dickinson, Former President of Carnival Cruise Line, to reminisce on Dickinsons’s 51 years of cruising. Come learn some historical facts on cruising and witness how the industry has changed over the years.
Norwegian Cruise Line Debuts New Ships and Ports of Calls in 2024-2025
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced new and expanded itineraries for the 2024/2025 cruise season. This announcement comes with the debut of Norwegian Spirit, Norwegian Sun, and Norwegian Sky in Asia, with new ports of call in Manama, Bahrain; Rarotonga, Cook Islands; Sokhna, Egyp
Royal Caribbean’s roYAL Beach cLUB pLANS TO aRRIVE 2025
After receiving approval from the government of The Bahamas, Royal Caribbean International is officially beginning development for the brand’s first Royal Beach Club! Get ready for the ultimate beach day at the western end of Paradise Island in Nassau come 2025! “The Bahamas has been a p
Holland America Line Reveals New Extended Legendary Voyages
In honor of Holland America Line’s 150th Anniversary, the cruise line is introducing extended Legendary Voyages! The available voyages will range from 25 to 59 days, providing an enriching and historical experience at each destination. MORE ABOUT THE LEGENDARY VOYAGES Most Legendary Voyages
Tour Ritz Carlton’s First Yacht Collection Ship
Today, Bill Panoff, CEO of Porthole Cruise and Travel, gives viewers a first look at the new Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection brand ship, Evrima! The Evrima is the first vessel for the line. Come see all the new luxury offerings that will bring a huge delight to all guests onboard!
Cunard Announces Winter 2025 Program
Cunard’s newest ship, Queen Anne, is set to embark on her first World Voyage in 2025. The luxury cruise line announced its Winter 2025 program, which has over 133 voyages with stops at 159 unique destinations worldwide. Queen Anne will be the only ship to offer a full World Voyage in 2025. Queen E
Cunard Launches ‘Sea Views’ Photography Exhibition, Spotlighting 100 Years Of History
Cunard, a luxury cruise line, launched a new online exhibition on March 2, 2023, featuring 100 years of photographs. The exhibition was curated by British photographer and filmmaker Mary McCartney. The exhibition, called ‘Sea Views,’ displays images from the Cunard archive as well as pho
Holland America Line Launches 150th Anniversary Poster Design Contest
Holland America Line has an exciting opportunity for artists and fans! In honor of the brand’s 150th Anniversary, guests are invited to get creative and design a unique brand poster for its birthday celebration on April 18, 2023. Grab your pen and paper and get drawing! “Holland America
