Unraveling the Mysteries of Alaska With UnCruise Adventures
Set sail with Bill Panoff CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel and UnCruise Adventures to explore the most breathtaking destinations in Alaska. In this episode, Bill Panoff will take viewers on a journey of a lifetime. Whether seeing glaciers up close, wildlife watching, or explorin
Oceania Cruises Welcomes Vista
Last night Oceania Cruises celebrated the christening of its newest ship, Vista, with a ceremony in Valletta, Malta. The ship was blessed by Vista’s godmother and Italian-American chef Giada De Laurentiis. Guests at the ceremony enjoyed a performance of “Into the Nigh
Norwegian Cruise Line Is Offering Free Cruises To Educators For Teacher Appreciation Week
From today until May 12, 2023, teachers from around the world will celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, a whole week of showing appreciation for teachers everywhere for their time and dedication to educating our children. To join in on the festivities, Norwegian Cruise Line has announced the launch
Variety Cruises’ CEO Discusses Small Ship Cruising
Filippos Venetopoulos is the CEO of Variety Cruises, a leading family-owned small-ship cruise line. His grandfather founded the brand over a half century ago, and he is the third generation to lead Variety Cruises. As a 37-year-old CEO, Filippos brings a progressive and passionate perspective
MSC Cruises unveils MSC World Europa with an eye on the fleet of the future
When MSC Cruises named its newest ship in Doha, Qatar, in November last year, the privately-owned cruise line pulled out all the stops. The MSC World Europa naming ceremony included an incredible drone show, an impressive fireworks display set against the Doha skyline, and an appearance from a disti
Adventures By Disney Explores Colombia and Disney’s “Encanto”
Adventures by Disney will take guests on incredible journeys to Colombia, Eastern Canada, and New Zealand in 2024. “At Adventures by Disney we take families to destinations they want to visit around the globe and make it easy to immerse themselves in new places, cultures and experiences,
Saudi Arabia Just Announced Major Changes to Cruising – Here’s What You Need to Know!
Join Bill Panoff CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel and Miguel Reyna Chief of the Asset Design & Development for Cruise Saudi to learn the recent happenings of Cruise Saudi. Cruise Saudi acts as a one-stop-shop by providing all the information, support, and coordination with l
Carnival Cruise Line Opens 2024/2025 Sailings From Mobile, Alabama
Carnival Cruise Line announced today that sales for the brand’s 2024/2025 cruises departing from Mobile, Alabama on Carnival Spirit are now open! The sailings include Caribbean itineraries and a 12-day Carnival Journeys Southern Caribbean cruise. “The sailings we’re opening today offer some gr
Discover The World of Cruising in Saudi Arabia
Join Bill Panoff, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel, and Mashhoor Baeshen, Executive Director of Destinations Development & Management of Cruise Saudi, to discuss the vision of Cruise Saudi for 2023 and the upcoming year. Click the video to learn more about the vision of Crui
Cruise Deal Of The Week — April 28, 2023
Hey cruisers! As Memorial Day draws closer, Celebrity Cruises is offering an amazing “Spring Into Summer” Sale! Take advantage of this deal when it opens on May 3, 2023! Celebrity Cruises “Spring Into Summer Sale” + Memorial Day Bonus: For most cruises between May 3, 2023 and April 30,
Royal Caribbean International Premieres Making an Icon: Creating Memorable Vacations Responsibly
Today, Royal Caribbean International premieres, “Making an Icon, Creating Memorable Vacations Responsibly,” Royal Caribbean’s video series that takes guests behind the scenes on delivering the world’s best vacation in 2024. ABOUT “MAKING AN ICON” EPISODE 8 In this episode, guests lea
Carnival Jubilee Will Feature Two New Sea-Themed Zones
Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Cruise Line’s next Excel class ship, will feature two new ocean-themed zones: Currents and The Shores. In addition to these spaces, the ship will have the fleet’s third roller coaster. Currents On Deck 6 and Deck 7, Currents will transport guests to an underwater
Environmentally Friendly MSC Euribia Completes Sea Trials
After a four-day trial in the Atlantic Ocean, MSC Euribia has completed her deepwater intensive systems tests. MSC Cruises’ second liquefied natural gas-powered ship is heading back to the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France, for the finishing touches. Delivery to MSC Cru
Unlocking the Secrets of MSC Euribia
Join Bill Panoff CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel and Gianni Onorato CEO of MSC Cruises as they discuss the new and exciting amenities aboard MSC Cruises MSC Euribia. Come learn more about the new dining options and shows on MSC Cruises newest ship!
Carnival Cruise Line And Turks And Caicos Islands Welcome Donated Fire Truck From The City Of Miami Fire-Rescue
Carnival Cruise Line and Turks and Caicos Islands officials received a donated fire truck on April 20, 2023. The cruise line and The City of Miami Fire-Rescue Department partnered to coordinate the donation for the Grand Turk Domestic Fire Services, where it will be used to serve residents and visit
A Preview Of The Luxurious Offerings By Explora Journeys
Join Bill Panoff, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel, and Chris Austin, Chief Sales Officer for Explora Journeys, as they dive deeper into the onboard experience with Explora Journeys. Learn more about the wellness offers, ‘Homes at Sea’ concept, and booking benefits w
Warner Bros. Produces New Series “Maritime Masters: Expedition Antarctica”
Viewers will soon experience an exploratory cruise from the comfort of their home with the new original series “Maritime Masters: Expedition Antarctica.” Warner Bros. Discovery is producing the docu-series, which features an in-depth look into the operation and voyages of the Scenic Eclipse, the
Oceania Cruises Celebrates 20th Anniversary With New Vista Ship And Exclusive Cask Of Whisky
Today, Oceania Cruises has shared its latest partnership with the whisky brand, Chapter 7! To celebrate the cruise line’s 20th anniversary and the new Vista ship, Chapter 7 is creating an exclusive 20-year-old small-batch cask of whisky that will be drawn and available to purchase ab
AmaWaterways Explores Ways To Minimize Fuel Consumption
Today, AmaWaterways announced it will continue efforts toward sustainable cruising by exploring ways to minimize fuel consumption. AmaWaterways is working to reduce its environmental impact by using solar panels on ships, improving navigation systems to optimize fuel consumption, and brainstorming s
What To Expect From Explora Journeys
Join Bill Panoff, CEO of Porthole Cruise and Travel, and Michael Ungerer CEO of Explora Journeys as they discuss the vision of Explora Journey’s in 2023. Learn more about the new form of luxury travel and design that guests will get to experience aboard the brand’s newest ship Explora II
