Royal Caribbean Reveals Features for Symphony of the Seas
Royal Caribbean Reveals Features for Symphony of the Seas Cruise News – Oct. 11, 2017 Royal Caribbean International has announced onboard features for its upcoming Symphony of the Seas, which debuts in April 2018. And while the ship will feature a host of signature favorites — including the
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Sept. 22, 2017
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Sept. 22, 2017 Princess Cruises presented its first donation from the Princess Animal Welfare Sponsor (PAWS) to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to the tune of $25,000. PAWS raises funds from the sale of the plush toy Stanley the Bear with a portion of the proc
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Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Sept. 15, 2017 Light artist Michael Batz launched Cruise Week in Hamburg with an installation called “Blue Port Hamburg.” A number of buildings including the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg concert hall were converted into a glowing azure stage for the cruise industry, a
Cruise Industry Comes Together to Offer Hurricane Relief
Cruise News – Sept. 15, 2017 After Hurricane Irma swept through the Caribbean, Florida, and other states in the Southeast United States this week, there was no delay in getting much-needed assistance headed to the most affected areas. The cruise industry is a perfect example, immediately offer
Cruising Characters
From Mickey to Shrek, who will you meet on deck? By Carrie McLaren Every cruise is filled with characters of all kinds. From the stars behind the bar to the zany cruise directors to the magical servers in the dining room, all play a large part in what makes cruising fun. For children and families, [
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Aug. 18, 2017
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Aug. 18, 2017 Carnival Cruise Line is adding five more 5- to 8-day cruises to Havana in 2018. All the Carnival Paradise cruises include overnight stays in the Cuban capital, with the 8-day, August 18, 2018, cruise featuring two full days. Cunard Line will be celebrati
Dish It Up: Michael Schwartz, Royal Caribbean
Michael Schwartz Dishes It Up for Royal Caribbean By Janice Wald Henderson On Royal Caribbean International’s Oasis-class ships, foodies flock to 150 Central Park, the much-admired restaurant created in partnership with Miami-based celebrity chef Michael Schwartz. On the line’s Quantum-class shi
Royal Caribbean Begins Construction, Names New Ship Spectrum of the Seas
Royal Caribbean Begins Construction, Names New Ship Spectrum of the Seas Cruise News – Aug. 16, 2017 Royal Caribbean International marked the official start of construction at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, by cutting the first piece of steel for its new Quantum Ultra ship. Th
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jul. 14, 2017
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jul. 14, 2017 On August 21, 2017, musical performers DNCE will headline Royal Caribbean International’s solar eclipse viewing party with a surprise guest aboard the 7-night Total Eclipse Cruise aboard Oasis of the Seas, which sets sail from Port Canaveral on Aug
Honduras Ports Attract More Cruise Lines
Honduras is Heating Up Cruise News – Jul. 13, 2017 Honduras has reported a sharp increase in the number of cruise passengers and cruise ships in 2016 compared with the previous year, reflecting a growing interest in the Central American country. With the recent addition of three lines (Azamara
Royal Caribbean Productions – It’s Showtime!
From Broadway shows to aerial artistry, it all begins at the Royal Caribbean Productions entertainment studio. By Susan J. Young Mix and match any of 91,400 costume pieces, 5,000 hats, 3,400 wigs, 6,000 shoes, and 3,000 jewelry pieces. Add in props such as a magic wand, top hat, easy chair, or even
Design Time Web Extra: Best Cruise Ship Suites
Our favorite features in the Best Cruise Ship Suites at sea. As if it’s not enough to have suites the size of apartments, today’s cruise ship suites go above and beyond sheer size with their amazing added amenities. From incredible outdoor spaces to personal touches by cruise line owners themse
Royal Caribbean Mask Brings Underwater Adventures to Snapchat
Royal Caribbean Mask Brings Underwater Adventures to Snapchat Cruise News – Jun. 19, 2017 Royal Caribbean invites the world to experience a first-of-its-kind underwater adventure through the lens of Snapchat Spectacles. From June 21 to June 25, 2017, Royal Caribbean’s Snapchat channel will i
A Record-Breaking Year for Abu Dhabi Cruise Visits
A Record-Breaking Year for Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal Cruise News – June 15, 2017 Abu Dhabi Ports has celebrated the successful close of its best-ever cruise season at Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal with the maiden call of Princess Cruises’ Majestic Princess. The port company recorded booming grow
Port Everglades Plans $100 Million Makeover
Port Everglades Plans $100 Million Makeover Cruise News – June 9, 2017 A $100 million renovation of Terminal 25 at Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades will be part of a new long-term agreement between Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd. (RCCL) and the port. The new agreement replaces the current
Royal Caribbean to Offer Total Solar Eclipse Cruise
Royal Caribbean to Offer Total Solar Eclipse Cruise Cruise News – Jun. 1, 2017 Royal Caribbean International has announced its perfect solution for thrill seekers to experience the “Great American Eclipse,” as it hosts an out-of-this-world, 7-night Caribbean sailing on Oasis of the Seas
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – May 5, 2017
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – May 5, 2017 Three inspirational figures are joining O, the Oprah Magazine and Holland America Line for a July 15 cruise to Alaska aboard ms Eurodam. Oprah Winfrey and her magazine editors will be joined on board by SuperSoul 100 members India.Arie, the Grammy-winning
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Apr. 28, 2017
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Apr. 28, 2017 The newly revitalized Empress of the Seas has become the first Royal Caribbean International ship to call on Cuba. The visit, part of a 5-night sailing from Miami, took place on April 24, 2017. Guests rode in 1950s classic American cars to locations arou
Cruise Deals of the Week – Mar. 10, 2017
Cruise Deals of the Week – Mar. 10, 2017 DEAL 1: French-flagged luxury expedition line Ponant is offering 30 percent off select fall 2017 voyages, plus savings of up to $1,600 per couple on flights and excursions booked by March 31, 2017. Contact Ponant or your travel agent for more. DEAL 2