Five Faves: Earth Rules! Five reasons our planet is the best for cruising
Today is Earth Day, when citizens of the world help further the environmental movement with events, celebrations, and, above all, education. As you take in all those valuable tips for making a difference where you live, you can rest assured that the cruise industry is continuing to look for better w
Eco Oceans: Scenic Eclipse Offers Fresh Greens on Blue Seas
According to Executive Chef Tom Goetter, Scenic Eclipse has 2,500 different recipes across its eight restaurants. But when you’re spending multiple days in remote, frozen tundras and rugged fjords, how do you keep ingredients fresh? Thanks to the ship’s Urban Cultivator, guests can enjoy fresh p
Eco Oceans: Sustainability by the MSC Seashore
When it comes to conservation efforts in the cruising industry today, all eyes are on Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve. And while visits to the eco-friendly paradise are just beginning, MSC is already making new waves with MSC Seashore — the first of two Seaside EVO–class ships, scheduled for servic
In Brief: Costa’s New Look, Ritz-Carlton itineraries, and more….
Cruise News – Apr. 13, 2018 To mark the line’s 70th anniversary, Costa Cruises is introducing new livery – in the form of a stylized Italian flag curving underneath the ship’s name in larger, more decorative lettering. The new look has already debuted on Costa Mediterranea, and will soon be
First Cruise Ship With Rotor Sail
The ferry-cruiser Viking Grace has become the world’s first passenger ship to capture wind power with a high-tech rotor sail, a cylindrical device that propels the ship by spinning. Viking Line, the Baltic company based in the Åland Islands, already had a reputation for ecologically friendly trav
Yoga Transformation in Costa Rica
With some luck and a little fate, I found myself on a 7-day yoga retreat at the Goddess Garden in Costa Rica. One word describes my experience: transformation. This retreat was truly a transformation of mind, body and soul. Everything you would expect of a yoga retreat happened. Classes, meditation,
Royal Caribbean’s new Icon-Class Ships Will Use Clean Power at Sea
Royal Caribbean’s new Icon-Class Ships Will Use Clean-Power Technologies at Sea Cruise News – October 12, 2016 The newest class of ships to join Royal Caribbean International’s fleet will be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG) and introduce the use of fuel-cell technology, ushering in a
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – September 16, 2016
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – September 16, 2016 The Strand Cruise, Myanmar’s luxury river operator, is welcoming music lovers aboard a 4-night cruise over Valentine’s Day 2017, featuring live performances by artists from the Opéra de Paris and Orchestre de Paris and France Musique radio
New Megaships Will Be Carnival Cruise Line’s Largest
Two New Megaships Will Be Carnival Cruise Line’s Largest Cruise News – September 6, 2016 As part of a new multi-ship order announced today by Carnival Corporation, Carnival Cruise Line is scheduled to take delivery of two new 180,000 gross-registered-ton cruise ships in 2020 and 2022 that wi
Five Faves: At Sea, In Session
Back-to-school excitement doesn’t have to be wasted on the youth … or on land for that matter! As the kiddies are prepping for another year of pencils, books, and teacher’s dirty looks, it’s not unusual for us adults to feel a wee bit jealous. Who knew all those years spent sulking at a clas
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – August 12, 2016
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – August 12, 2016 Natural health pioneer Dr. Andrew Weil has teamed up with Seabourn and The Onboard Spa by Steiner to create a new well-being program. The program, the first of its kind, includes a new onboard position – The Wellness Guide – who, throughout the voy
Transformed QM2 emerges from multimillion-dollar dry dock | Cruise News – Jun. 23, 2016
Transformed QM2 emerges from multimillion-dollar dry dock Cruise News – Jun. 23, 2016 Cunard Line’s flagship, Queen Mary 2, is sailing from Southampton to New York this month after receiving an estimated $132 million in refurbishments, including décor and guest experiences based on the original
Five Faves: World Oceans Day
Love Thy Ocean Five Fave Programs to Support the Sea Today is World Oceans Day, a day of ocean celebration and collaboration for a better future. This year’s theme is “Our Oceans, Our Future,” with the goal to promote prevention of plastic ocean pollution. We at Porthole Cruise Magazine, and w
Hurtigruten to Build New Explorer Ships for Adventure Travel | Cruise News – Apr. 25, 2016
Hurtigruten to Build New Explorer Ships for Adventure Travel Cruise News – Apr. 25, 2016 Norwegian exploration travel company Hurtigruten has signed a letter of intent for the construction of up to four new explorer ships with Norwegian shipyard Kleven. According to the cruise line, the order
MSC Cruises Expands Fleet | Cruise News – Apr. 6, 2016
MSC Cruises Announces Plan to Build 11 New Ships by 2026 Cruise News – Apr. 6, 2016 MSC Cruises has announced that it has signed a letter of intent (LOI) with STX France shipyard for the construction of up to four new LNG-powered cruise ships that will be more than 200,000 GRT. The four ships,
Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils Harvest Caye | Cruise News – Mar. 16, 2016
Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils Harvest Caye Cruise News – Mar. 16, 2016 Norwegian Cruise Line today revealed details of its upcoming destination Harvest Caye, a development designed to provide luxury amenities, eco-activities, a 7-acre beach, and unparalleled access to Southern Belize. The reso
Celebrity Cruises to Increase Galapagos Sailings with Purchase of Two Ships- Mar. 14, 2016
Celebrity Cruises to Increase Galapagos Sailings with Purchase of Two Ships Cruise News – Mar. 14, 2016 Celebrity Cruises has announced the planned acquisition of award-winning Galápagos Islands tour operator Ocean Adventures and its two ships, the 48-guest ship M/V Eclipse and the 16-guest ca
Royal Caribbean, WWF Announce Partnership for Ocean Conservation | Cruise News – Jan. 25, 2016
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. and World Wildlife Fund Announce Global Partnership to Support Ocean Conservation Cruise News – Jan. 25, 2016 Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. and World Wildlife Fund (WWF) have announced a five-year global partnership to help ensure the long-term health of the oceans.
Fathom Announces New Social Impact Activities in the Dominican Republic | Cruise News – Jan. 14, 2016
Fathom Announces New Social Impact Activities in the Dominican Republic Cruise News – Jan. 14, 2016 The newest cruise brand, Fathom, is adding four more on-ground social impact activities available to travelers visiting the Dominican Republic. In addition to the range of activities previo
