Canada Ends All COVID-19 Requirements for Entry
Good news for those heading out on leaf-peeping cruises in New England or a final tour around the Alaskan coast this fall. Canada has announced that starting October 1, 2022, all COVID-19 border requirements, including vaccination, mandatory use of ArriveCAN, and any testing and quarantine/isolation
Cruise Deal of the Week – September 23, 2022
Happy Friday, Cruisers! It was a big week for Princess Cruises as not only did they announce a new ship, but also we’re just a couple of weeks away from the premier of The Real Love Boat, a reality dating show hosted on board Regal Princess. It’s also the first day of Fall, one of t
Starboard Cruise Services and Carnival Cruise Line Extend Partnership
The long-standing partnership between Starboard Cruise Services, a LMVH (Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton) company, and Carnival Cruise Line has been extended for five additional years! Not only does the extension introduce Starboard as the main retail partner for all nine Carnival ships, but it welcomes
Virgin Voyages to Offer One-Way World Cruises in 2023-2024
It may only be 2022, but cruise travelers can expect some fun sailings to come in 2023-2024! Virgin Voyages has announced four new one-way sailings traveling across the world during the 2023-2024 winter season. The voyages are on board Resilient Lady and Brilliant Lady with sailings to Asia, Austral
Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast Returns to Carnival Cruise Line
Calling all Dr. Seuss fans! Carnival Cruise Line has announced that the popular Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast with The Cat in The Hat and Friends will be returning across the entire Carnival fleet beginning October 1, 2022. The breakfast is part of Carnival’s Seuss at Sea program, a partnersh
Would You Take This 49-Night River Cruise?
River cruise operator AmaWaterways has announced bookings are open for its 2024 Seven River Journey voyages, available in both Spring and Summer. Those aboard either of the Seven River Journey editions will travel along 7 famous rivers in 15 countries throughout their 49-night journey, all while rem
Disney Cruise Line Announces Disney Treasure
Wishes do come true! Disney Cruise Line’s Experiences and Products Chairman, Josh D’Amaro, announced the company’s upcoming sixth ship, Disney Treasure, at the D23 expo event this weekend! Slated for 2024, the new ship is going to feature a new ship-wide motif that guests will lo
Cruise Deal of the Week – September 9, 2022
Happy Friday, Cruisers! Today, we have a cruise deal that those who live on the West Coast of the United States will love! It’s time for the Cruise Deal of the Week! BAJA PENINSULA CRUISE FROM ROYAL CARIBBEAN Leaving from sunny Los Angeles, California this September through April 2023, Royal
Margaritaville at Sea Announces “Heroes Sail Free” Cruise Program
U.S. military service members, police, fire, EMS personnel, and educators, Margaritaville at Sea has a trip for you! The cruise line has announced a new “Heroes Sail Free” cruise program, inviting all frontline heroes on a free cruise to the Bahamas. “To show our sincere gratitud
There’s a New Podcast for Cruisers and Travelers: Cruise Control Live with Bill Panoff
Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel Magazine Bill Panoff has a new podcast for cruise and travel lovers all over the world. Just launched this week, Cruise Control Live with Bill Panoff offers an up-close and in-depth look at not just the cruise and travel industry, but interviews with m
Cruise Deal of the Week – September 2, 2022
Happy September, Cruisers! Fall is almost here so if you’re still looking for a cruise this winter, then look no further than today’s Cruise Deal of the Week! Now that Alaska season is beginning it’s wind down for the Summer, it’s time to start getting Caribbean cruises on
Royal Caribbean Partners with Starlink for High-Speed Internet on Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group is taking big steps forward when it comes to connectivity at sea. The cruise conglomerate has announced they’re updating all current and future fleet with SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet access. Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea Cru
MSC Cruises Eases Protocols for U.S. Residents
MSC Cruises will ease health and safety protocols for U.S. residents on cruises departing from U.S. ports to the Caribbean and the Bahamas starting September 1st. The cruise line will relax COVID-19 testing and vaccination requirements for U.S. residents, though they still recommend all U.S. residen
Cruise Deal of the Week – August 26, 2022
Happy Friday, cruisers! It’s a big weekend for Norwegian Cruise Line as they’re debuting their new ship, Norwegian Prima, in Iceland and international pop star and Godmother Katy Perry will be on hand to perform at the ceremony! The first in NCL’s new Prima-class of ships, Norw
Former Carnival CEO Reveals Cruisings BIGGEST Changes Since the 90’s
https://youtu.be/DaT8iLG0nQc When it comes to cruising, few have the resume boasted by former Carnival CEO Arnold Donald. For nearly a decade, Mr. Donald served as president and CEO of Carnival Corporation, the world’s largest cruise conglomerate. Prior to that, he served on its board of directors
An Interview With a Caribbean Reef Shark
Editor’s Note: It is with great sadness we report that Bernard “Klute” Schober passed away while hiking in his hometown of Phoenix, AZ in July. Klute was a prominent slam poet and diver known for his generosity, jovial nature and love of sharks. Our heartfelt condolences go out to
Royal Caribbean Set to Welcome Unvaccinated Guests
Another cruise line is allowing unvaccinated guests to sail on board, so long as they still test negative for COVID-19 prior to cruising. Royal Caribbean International announced today that starting Sept. 5, the cruise line will welcome all guests – unvaccinated and vaccinated – to sail on board
Cruise Deal of the Week – August 19, 2022
Happy Friday, cruisers! It was a busy week in cruise news as several more cruise lines announced relaxed testing protocols, making things a whole lot easier for guests. One of the cruise lines to announce the change was Holland America Line which now, beginning after September 6, 2022, vaccinated
Going Forward with Azamara Onward
Welcome to Azamara Onward. Now get off the ship! Don’t take that the wrong way; take it as a gift. Azamara’s mission is to give its guests the one thing no one ever has enough of: time. Time to explore unusual, offbeat destinations. Time to have a late dinner at the cute little brasserie y
Virgin Voyages Secures $550 Million in New Funding
One of the newest cruise lines sailing is poised for a bright future after securing $550 million in new funding from new and existing investors. Virgin Voyages announced the funding in a press release today and executives from the cruise line say it points to not just a bright future for the cruise
