Norwegian Viva Christened
Yesterday Norwegian Cruises celebrated the christening ceremony of Norwegian Viva, the brand’s latest vessel and the second ship in the Prima class. “To christen Norwegian Viva in Miami is incredibly special to many of us at NCL, not only because Miami is our hometown, but also because w
Brightline Shares Early Black Friday DeALS
Brightline’s “Bright Friday” deals are here! Explore the best rates of the year for Brightline fares, with one-way adult fares between South Florida and Orlando starting at $59. Additionally, children get to enjoy a discount of 50% off their rides! “Our guests have the benefit of
USDOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg Experiences Brightline
US Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg joined Brightline Founder Wes Edens, CEO Mike Reininger, and President Patrick Goddard on a ride from the train’s downtown West Palm Beach station to Fort Lauderdale as part of his trip to South Florida. This visit aims to draw attention to the sub
Oceania Cruises Brings New Vista Ship To Miami
Oceania Cruises’ Vista dazzled passengers and onlookers alike as she set sail from the Port of Miami on a two-day showcase cruise. This stunning new addition to the fleet is a true gem, initiating a series of irresistible Caribbean itineraries with Miami as her home port. There’s a
Brightline Orlando Station Officially Opens
Today is the official commencement of Brightline’s passenger rail service, which will connect Orlando and Miami! MORE ABOUT THE DAY The inauguration of Brightline’s passenger rail service from Orlando was commemorated at the Brightline Orlando station in the presence of esteemed guests,
Brightline Reveals Orlando Station Launch Date
Brightline, the eco-friendly, intercity rail revealed the official date for the opening of the Orlando Station! Beginning on September 22, 2023, travel from the Brightline South Florida stations, Miami, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach to Orlando! “Opening Orlando fulfills ou
Norwegian Cruise Line Welcomes Luis Fonsi As Godfather Of Norwegian Viva
Luis Fonsi, a well-known singer, songwriter, musician, and producer, has been named the godfather of Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship, Norwegian Viva. This autumn, the ship, a member of the ground-breaking Prima Class, will be christened in Miami before departing from San Juan, Puerto Rico. On
Reservations Are Now Open For MSC Cruises’ Latest Ship, MSC World America
Today, MSC Cruises has opened sales for its newest megaship, MSC World America! Launching in April 2025, the LNG-powered ship will be MSC Cruises’ second World Class ship and will offer sustainable cruising with “new immersive and unique experiences at sea.” MSC World America will sail from Po
Sea Cloud Spirit Sets Sail From Miami
Sea Cloud Cruises’ newest vessel, SEA CLOUD SPIRIT, has just made her long-awaited debut in Miami, Florida. On February 21, 2023, the shipping company celebrated its newest tall ship sailing through US waters. Following this sailing, the 453-foot yacht will sail from Miami, Florida to Eleuthera an
Brightline Partners With Uber
South Florida inter-city rail provider Brightline has shared the latest partnership with Uber, the transportation company with an app that allows passengers to hail a ride. Both Brightline and Uber will change the game for transportation creating a seamless and convenient experience for all types of
Carnival Celebration Delivered, Now On Its Way to Homeport in Miami
A new ship will be arriving in PortMiami on November 20, 2022! Carnival Cruise Line officially took delivery of Carnival Celebration today at a ceremony at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland. On hand to receive the vessel from shipyard CEO Tim Meyer was Carnival President Christine Duffy and
Meet New Director of PortMiami Hydi Webb
Following the departure of former PortMiami Director Juan Kuryla, longtime employee Hydi Webb was the natural choice to take over. A port employee since 1992, Webb was named deputy port director in 2018 and was the interim port director prior to assuming her new position. Porthole Cruise and T
This Florida Beachside Resort is Perfect for Cruisers
When things start to get cold up North, South Florida really starts to heat up! Snowbirds and vacationers alike flock to the beaches between West Palm Beach and Miami all winter long in search of some much needed sunlight and to spend some time relaxing before hopping on their favorite cruise line
Cruisers are Loving This Florida Paddleboard Rental Service
The next time you’re cruising out of the Sunshine State, make sure you give paddleboarding a try! PADL is a new service making paddleboard rentals in Florida easy and affordable for cruisers looking to spend some time in the sun before or after their cruise vacation. With miles and miles of beach
Cruise Deal of the Week – December 24, 2021
Happy Holidays, cruisers! It may be too late to get your last-minute online shopping packages delivered before Santa Claus gets here, but it’s not too late to book your holiday cruise for next year! A holiday cruise is a great way to keep the stresses of hosting family and friends far away whi
Cruisers Are Choosing the Biltmore for their Pre-Cruise Stay in Miami
95 years is an impressive amount of time. For the Biltmore Hotel Miami-Coral Gables, it’s all part of their history. Located in gorgeous Coral Gables, Florida, just minutes from PortMiami, the Biltmore is one of the most popular hotels for pre-and-post cruise stays and it’s easy to see w
From the Readers: The People are the Real Gem
One of the best parts about a cruise vacation is sharing the memories with all your friends and family when you get back! Avid cruiser Dr. and Captain Brett Ribotsky recently went on his first cruise post-COVID and wrote in to Porthole Cruise and Travel to share his experience with the rest of you.
Cruise Deal of the Week – September 3, 2021
The first day of Fall isn’t officially for another few weeks, but once September rolls around, it definitely starts to feel like Autumn is here! Labor Day Weekend may be a little different this year with COVID-19 cases on the rise across the country, but that doesn’t mean you can’t
South Florida Brightline Train Scheduled to Return in November
South Florida’s high-speed rail system has a date for their return to operation! Brightline and President Patrick Goddard announced its plans to resume service in South Florida starting in November of this year. The train service hasn’t operated since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Th
Florida Judge Sides with Norwegian Cruise Line in Vaccine Fight
In a big win for not just Norwegian Cruise Line, but the industry in general, U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams ruled that the state of Florida “fails to provide a valid evidentiary, factual, or legal predicate” for banning vaccine passports. This means that Norwegian can require all pa
