American Cruise Lines Introduces 35-Day Civil War Battlefields Cruise
History buffs, this one is for you! Today, American Cruise Lines has shared their latest new cruise Civil War Battlefields Cruise, which will visit the major battlefields of the Civil War! MORE ABOUT THE CRUISE The trip is a 35-day itinerary, visiting 13 states and all three major theaters of the
Exploring the World of American Queen Voyages: A Traveler’s Guide
Join Bill Panoff, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel, as he sails the Mississippi River aboard The American Queen! Traveling with American Queen Voyages down the Mississippi River is an unforgettable experience you don’t want to miss! The river is steeped in history and cult
Mississippi River Cruising Aboard The New American Melody
With international travel and health protocols still presenting challenges, there’s no better time to experience close to home cruising. With the launch of American Cruise Lines’ new American Melody, that choice of convenience is even more apropos. The company’s current fleet of vessels ply th
Cruising Returns to New Orleans
When Carnival Glory sets sail on a seven-day cruise from the Port of New Orleans this afternoon, it will mark the very first ship to sail from the port since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic well over a year ago. In honor of the occasion, Carnival held a “Back to Fun” ev
American Melody Debuts with 22-Day Mississippi River Cruise
The newest ship from American Cruise Lines departs on its inaugural cruise today and we couldn’t be more excited! American Melody is set to celebrate Labor Day Weekend the right way, but with a few changes in the itinerary due to Hurricane Ida. The cruise was scheduled to depart from New
Carnival Cruise Line Preparing for New Orleans Cruises
The Big Easy is one of the most popular destination cities in the United States and pre-pandemic, Port Nola saw more than 1 million passengers flow through the port on cruises to the Caribbean and Mexico. Carnival Cruise Line is once again preparing for ships to sail from Port NOLA and with Florida&
Viking Mississippi River Cruise Ship Coming in 2022
Soon you won’t have to go far to experience the wonders of a Viking river cruise. The popular cruise line announced new itineraries for the Mississippi River upon the completion of their newest ship, Viking Mississippi, in 2022. The ship is currently in production at a shipyard in Louisiana and wi
Disney Wonder Sails from NOLA for the First Time
In September of 2018, Disney Cruise Line announced a new homeport for Disney Wonder: Port New Orleans. It’s been a long wait, but the ship finally set sail on it’s inaugural cruise from The Big Easy and it was quite the party! The ship received a celebratory bon voyage from Princess Tian
Mardi Gras: The Best Time to Cruise from New Orleans
The biggest party in New Orleans every year is Mardi Gras and it’s also one of the best times to cruise! New Orleans is one of the most unique cities in the country and it is home to some of the best Mardi Gras celebrations year after year. From the parades to the carnival balls, […]
Theme Cruise: Sailing the Haunted Caribbean
You expect spirits on a cruise — but in a glass, with a little paper umbrella, right? You don’t expect the kind of spirits you talk to and that, if you’re lucky, answer you back. That is, unless you’re on a Strange Escapes cruise, where paranormal investigators guide you through otherworldly
Spend a Spooktacular Halloween in New Orleans Before You Cruise
What’s the scariest city in America? Some might say Salem, Massachusetts or Sleepy Hollow, New York thanks to their place in history and pop culture, but we’re here to say the best place to work up a fright this Halloween is without a doubt New Orleans. This city by the sea has a long history [&
Cruiser’s Guide to Port New Orleans
Not all ports are created equal. Avid cruisers know that choosing the right embarkation port can make all the difference for your cruise vacation and that’s why more and more are choosing to cruise from the Big Easy. New Orleans is one of the most unique cities in the country with outstanding cult
1 Millionth Passenger Cruises Through Port of New Orleans
More than a million cruise passengers grabbed their feather masks and loaded up on beignets for a cruise out of New Orleans in 2018, up 2.3% from the previous year. It’s the fifth straight year the Big Easy has topped a million cruise passengers and its estimated the yearly cruisers bring near
5 Spooky Places to Visit in New Orleans
Black cats and voodoo magic. New Orleans is the hot spot for the supernatural. The mix of Spanish, French, and Creole influences all adds a mysterious flavor to this city. Is there a better way to celebrate Halloween than a trip to the most haunted places in the Big Easy? Here are the 5 spookiest [&
Disney To Call New Orleans Home
New Orleans has always been a popular vacation destination, but The Big Easy has even more to offer thanks to Disney Cruise Lines. The cruising giant announced that in early 2020, Disney Wonder will make New Orleans it’s home port for cruises all over the Caribbean. Disney Cruise Line also announc
Mechanical, Interior Upgrades for Norwegian Breakaway
Cruise ships need some TLC every now and then and for Norwegian Breakaway, the time was right for an upgrade. Refurbishments, which just concluded at Damen Shiprepair in Brest, France, included mechanical work on the ship’s two ABB azipods, stabilizers and a fresh coat of paint and interior carpet
American Duchess to participate in her first Great Steamboat Race
American Queen Steamboat Company, operator of the most opulent riverboats in the world, will participate in the 2018 Great Steamboat Race in Louisville on May 2, 2018. The U.S.-flagged American Duchess, the first all-suite paddlewheeler on U.S. waters, will race alongside Belle of Louisville and
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jan. 19, 2018
Holland America Line has added Seattle-based master chef Ethan Stowell to its award-winning Culinary Council, working with five other world-renowned chefs to enhance menus and bring a deeper understanding of regional cuisines to your plate. Stowell, a specialist in flavors of Alaska and the Pacific
