Cruising to a New Europe – by Sail
The Monthly Mantra A Space in the Crowd… A Space in the Crowd… A Space in the Crowd… Venice is vexed. Barcelona is bothered. London is livid. Prague is p.o.’ed. And Rome is revolted. I just watched a news report that said that residents of European capitals are up to HERE with the thousands
All Ships Great AND SMALL!
If you follow my cruise escapades, it’s obvious that size doesn’t matter to me. It’s not that I’m not impressed by a ship with a bowling alley, ice skating rink, elaborate shows, or robot bartenders — I am. But I don’t need those types of accoutrements to make my cruise fantasies come
5 Faves: Presidential Pursuits for Women in Charge
Porthole’s 5 Faves Cruising’s leading women reveal their secrets to success, balance, and travel. Upcoming deadlines. A sea of emails (pun intended). Kid logistics when school is closed for Presidents’ Day. My to-do list seems never-ending! But every time I’m feeling overwhelmed betw
Perfect Pairings: Windstar Cruises serves sophisticated tastes
By Janice Wald Henderson Ah, Windstar Cruises. Who doesn’t love a line so passionate about its cuisine? As Windstar Cruises zeros in even further on upping its gastronomic excellence, expect more high-five–worthy changes this year. Check out how quality and quantity make a marvelous match aboard
Cruise Deals of the Week
Cruise Deals of the Week – Feb. 9, 2018 DEAL 1: Tall-ship line Star Clippers is offering a sweet deal for couples booking and 2018 or 2019 sailing by February 14 (using the promo code VALENTINES18) – sweet treats upon arrival, a bottle of bubbly, and a complimentary one-hour massage (per person/
Cruise Control: Top 4 Reasons to Honeymoon on a Cruise
Picking the perfect vacation to follow the perfect wedding can become just as stressful as picking where to seat your rambunctious second cousin at the reception, but luckily, we have just the solution for you! Cruising is the best way to go when it comes to booking your honeymoon, and here’s why:
5 Fave Theme Cruises for 2018
Porthole’s Five Faves Cruise fans are fans, first and foremost — and every fan’s got a theme cruise to make ‘em go “Oh, man!” It doesn’t matter what you’re into, from prosecco to pro wrestling, or NPR news quizzes to serene sun salutations, this year has an upcoming theme cruise that
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Dec. 15, 2017
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Dec. 15, 2017 Carnival Cruise Line has two items of note this week: Carnival Fascination is undergoing a multi-million-dollar dry dock, adding venues like Guy’s Burger Joint, Bonsai Sushi Express, and Alchemy Bar. After the makeover, scheduled from February 4 to 17,
Cruise Deal of the Week – Dec. 15, 2017
Cruise Deal of the Week – Dec. 15, 2017 Tall-ship operator Star Clippers is luring guests with two sweet offers. Guests on select Mediterranean sailings between May and November 2018 can enjoy complimentary pre- and post-voyage stays at top hotels in Athens, Cannes and Rome. And guests who book a
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Dec. 1, 2017
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Dec. 1, 2017 This week, Puerto Rico welcomed over 7,000 cruise visitors from Freedom of the Seas, Carnival Conquest, and Disney Magic – the first cruisers after Hurricanes Irma and Maria struck the island. Visitors were greeted with festivities ranging from free sal
Windstar Flagship Gets New Set of Sails
Wind Surf Hoists New Sheets Cruise News – Nov. 2, 2017 Windstar Cruises’ flagship, the 310-guest Wind Surf, one of the largest motor sail yachts in the world, recently received crisp new sails, nearly half a football field worth of sturdy Dacron sailcloth measuring 21,570 square feet. The f
Cruise Connection: There’s a themed sailing just for you
No matter your interest, there’s a themed sailing just for you. By Fran Golden People with particular passions like to share their interests with other like-minded folks. Hence, the theme cruise business has grown to hundreds of sailings a year. Options run the gamut from the sublime to the, well,
Cruise Deals of the Week – Oct. 20, 2017
Cruise Deals of the Week – Oct. 20, 2017 DEAL 1: Windstar Cruises is offering a special deal for small groups – part of a trend of “milestone cruisers,” friends who book trips together to celebrate everything from family birthdays to recent divorces. On select dates, for every seven peop
Cruise Deal of the Week – Sept. 29, 2017
Cruise Deal of the Week – Sept. 29, 2017 Tall-ship operator Star Clippers has a BOGO offer aboard Star Clipper’s 7-night round-trip cruises from Phuket, Thailand, visiting ports of call along the Phuket Islands this December. The BOGO fares start from $680 per person. Contact Star Clippers or yo
Cruise Deal of the Week – Jul. 28, 2017
Cruise Deal of the Week – Jul. 28, 2017 Tall-ship operator Star Clippers is currently offering two deals for travelers: One features complimentary airfare and a complimentary post-cruise hotel night stay when you sail the 11-night Star Flyer cruise from Montego Bay to St. Maarten, January 30 ̵
Cruise Deals of the Week – Apr. 28, 2017
Cruise Deals of the Week – Apr. 28, 2017 DEAL 1: Windstar Cruises is offering a “Have You Ever” promotion focusing on Europe 2017 summer sales, with prices from $1,299 per guest. Contact Windstar Cruises or your travel agent for more. DEAL 2: Tall-ship operator Star Clippers is offering
Windstar and James Beard Foundation Announce Culinary Cruise Collection Lineup
Windstar and James Beard Foundation Announce Culinary Cruise Collection Lineup Cruise News – Apr. 25, 2017 Windstar Cruises and the James Beard Foundation have unveiled the full lineup for their James Beard Foundation Culinary Cruise Collection. Offered on eight Windst
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Mar. 31, 2017
Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Mar. 31, 2017 The renovated Carnival Glory celebrated its new WaterWorks aqua park on Deck 12 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony this week. The expansive park features the 203-foot-long AquaTunnel slide, the 212-foot-long Twister slide, a 75-gallon PowerDrencher tipping b
