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
Royal Caribbean Reveals Short CARIBBEAN gETAWAYS IN 2024 AND 2025
Weekend getaways just got easier! Royal Caribbean International has revealed a list of short Caribbean cruises in 2024 – 2025 that will sail to tropical destinations for the ultimate weekend getaway. Grab your friends and family and get excited for a nice treat after a long week! MORE ABOUT TH
Construction Begins For Royal Caribbean’s Second Icon Class Ship
Royal Caribbean’s second Icon class cruise ship has officially begun construction! In 2025, the soon-to-be-named ship will set sail following the debut of Icon of the Seas. Yesterday, Royal Caribbean held a steel-cutting ceremony at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland to celebrate the next sh
Scenic Eclipse II Enters Final Build Phase Ahead Of Schedule
Scenic has announced that its newest luxury Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse II, is now in her final phase with final fittings and sea trials. The cruise line’s newest addition will debut on April 13, 2023, sailing the 11-day Incredible Iberian Discovery itinerary. The itinerary sails from Lisbon t
Virgin Voyages Partners With Jennifer Lopez For “Limitless Voyages”
Entrepreneur and founder of the Virgin Group, Richard Branson, and celebrity icon, Jennifer Lopez are partnering to create a memorable experience at sea, highlighting women and entrepreneurship. Since last year, Lopez has served as the cruise line’s Chief Entertainment and Lifestyle Officer, and i
Paul Gauguin Cruises Marks 25 Years In French Polynesia
This year, Paul Gauguin Cruises’ The Gauguin Experience marks 25 years of cruising through French Polynesia. The m/s Paul Gauguin was specifically designed to sail through the Society Islands, Tuamotus, Marquesas, the Cook Islands, Fiji, and Bali. The ship’s crew members and Les Gauguins, a loca
Oceania Cruises iNTRODUCES aLLURA tO thE fleet In 2025
Today, Oceania Cruises introduces Allura, the brand’s second 1,200-guest Allura Class Ship! Allura is set to sail in 2025 and will be the sister ship to Vista, the brand’s latest ship sailing in May 2023. “At Oceania Cruises, we are always looking for ways to evolve, el
CRUISE DEAL OF THE WEEK – JANUARY 13, 2023
Happy Friday Cruisers! After a long work week, what’s a better time to book your next vacation? Well, this week, we have double the options and double the savings for you! Oceania Cruises and Celebrity Cruises have savings events you won’t want to miss! CELEBRITY CRUISES SEMI-ANNUAL
Orient Express Reveals Next Venture: Luxury At Sea
The Orient Express, the legendary long-distance passenger train service of the 19th century, is thundering back into the 21st century with a new overland service and an upcoming luxury sailing ship, the Orient Express Silenseas. In 2026, Silenseas will set sail on her first voyage and become the lar
Variety Cruises Launches ‘Boat on a Boat’ in New Destination
Later this month, Variety Cruises’ Panorama II will sail through French Polynesia’s Society Islands for the first time. The 50-meter (164-foot), two-masted motorsailer has an occupancy of just under 50 guests, promising intimate experiences in the South Pacific. The Greek cruise company is
CRUISE DEAL OF THE WEEK – January 6, 2023
DEAL OF THE WEEK: AMERICAN QUEEN VOYAGES 2023 WINTER SAVINGS EVENT Happy Friday, Cruisers! As the holidays come to an end, you might begin thinking about your 2023 travels. Well, you’re in luck! American Queen Voyages has just announced its 2023 Winter Savings Event, offering prosp
Carnival Cruise Line Names Emeril Lagasse Chief Culinary Officer
Today, Carnival Cruise Line kicked their food offerings up a notch by naming Chef Emeril Lagasse as the brand’s Chief Culinary Officer. Lagasse has years of culinary talent and has showcased his skills with his restaurant Emeril’s Bistro, a popular favorite on two Carnival ships, Mardi Gras and
Happy New Year From Porthole Cruise And Travel
On behalf of the whole team, we wish everyone a happy and healthy new year. After a fun and exciting year of cruising and traveling, we can’t wait to welcome 2023 with more destinations, experiences, and memories. Before we dive into the new year, join us in recapping some highlights from 2022. Tr
Prepping for Your Antarctica Cruise: 6 Tips for the 7th Continent
So you’re considering an Antarctic expedition. You’re not alone — the fastest-growing segment of the cruise business is expedition cruising, and a wild array of lines, from Atlas Ocean Voyages to Silversea, Princess to Ponant, Hurtigruten to Swan Hellenic, all have cruises to Antarctica in 202
