Variety Cruises’ CEO Discusses Small Ship Cruising
Filippos Venetopoulos is the CEO of Variety Cruises, a leading family-owned small-ship cruise line. His grandfather founded the brand over a half century ago, and he is the third generation to lead Variety Cruises. As a 37-year-old CEO, Filippos brings a progressive and passionate perspective
Explora Journeys Partners with Chef Mauro Uliassi Aboard EXPLORA I
Today, Explora Journeys, has shared the news of the brands latest partnership with world-renowned Italian chef Mauro Uliassi to curate a one-of-a-kind culinary experience for guests onboard EXPLORA I! Guests aboard the new ship can experience the menu from the Maiden Journey commencing on July 17, 2
Swan Hellenic Holds Naming Ceremony For New SH Diana
The newest ship from Swan Hellenic is officially ready to sail! The cruise line hosted a naming ceremony on board the brand new SH Diana in Amsterdam early this morning. The ship’s Godmother, Valerie Ann Wilson, Founder and CEO of Valerie Wilson Travel was joined by Swan Hellenic Senior Management
How To Enhance Your Travel To PortMiami For Your Next Cruise
PortMiami, located in Florida, is a major seaport in the Southern region and is also known as the world’s cruise capital. As such, travelers worldwide converge to the area to board the cruise ships that will take them to a variety of unique destinations. If you’re unfamiliar with the area, t
Adventures By Disney Explores Colombia and Disney’s “Encanto”
Adventures by Disney will take guests on incredible journeys to Colombia, Eastern Canada, and New Zealand in 2024. “At Adventures by Disney we take families to destinations they want to visit around the globe and make it easy to immerse themselves in new places, cultures and experiences,
Carnival Cruise Line Opens 2024/2025 Sailings From Mobile, Alabama
Carnival Cruise Line announced today that sales for the brand’s 2024/2025 cruises departing from Mobile, Alabama on Carnival Spirit are now open! The sailings include Caribbean itineraries and a 12-day Carnival Journeys Southern Caribbean cruise. “The sailings we’re opening today offer some gr
MSC Cruises Announces First-Ever Winter Season In Japan
Guests can now sail year-round in Japan with MSC Cruises! Today, MSC Cruises has opened sales for the line’s inaugural winter season in Japan. The announcement came at an event aboard MSC Bellissima in Yokohama, Japan, that was held to mark the start of the 2023 summer and commemorate the line’s
Oceania Cruises Takes Delivery of Vista
Today, Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, Vista, was delivered at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Genoa, Italy. Oceania Cruises says the 1200-guest Vista is “one of the most anticipated new ships to join the global cruise fleet in 2023.” The ship only has a limited number of select staterooms for her
Seabourn Announces First-Ever 90-Day Grand Africa Voyage
Seabourn has announced its first-ever “Grand Africa Voyage” that will sail roundtrip around the continent for 90 days. The Seabourn Sojourn will leave Barcelona, Spain, on November 30, 2024, and stop at 44 must-see ports and cities throughout 26 countries. The itinerary also includes six overnig
Cruise Deal Of The Week — April 28, 2023
Hey cruisers! As Memorial Day draws closer, Celebrity Cruises is offering an amazing “Spring Into Summer” Sale! Take advantage of this deal when it opens on May 3, 2023! Celebrity Cruises “Spring Into Summer Sale” + Memorial Day Bonus: For most cruises between May 3, 2023 and April 30,
Viking Cruises Takes Delivery Of Viking Saturn
Today, Viking Cruises’ newest ship, Viking Saturn, was delivered during a ceremony at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Ancona, Italy. Ann Ziff was named godmother of Viking Saturn and will officially name her in New York City on June 6, 2023. Viking Saturn will begin her inaugural summer sailing with
Carnival Jubilee Will Feature Two New Sea-Themed Zones
Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Cruise Line’s next Excel class ship, will feature two new ocean-themed zones: Currents and The Shores. In addition to these spaces, the ship will have the fleet’s third roller coaster. Currents On Deck 6 and Deck 7, Currents will transport guests to an underwater
Environmentally Friendly MSC Euribia Completes Sea Trials
After a four-day trial in the Atlantic Ocean, MSC Euribia has completed her deepwater intensive systems tests. MSC Cruises’ second liquefied natural gas-powered ship is heading back to the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France, for the finishing touches. Delivery to MSC Cru
Unlocking the Secrets of MSC Euribia
Join Bill Panoff CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Porthole Cruise and Travel and Gianni Onorato CEO of MSC Cruises as they discuss the new and exciting amenities aboard MSC Cruises MSC Euribia. Come learn more about the new dining options and shows on MSC Cruises newest ship!
Carnival Cruise Line And Turks And Caicos Islands Welcome Donated Fire Truck From The City Of Miami Fire-Rescue
Carnival Cruise Line and Turks and Caicos Islands officials received a donated fire truck on April 20, 2023. The cruise line and The City of Miami Fire-Rescue Department partnered to coordinate the donation for the Grand Turk Domestic Fire Services, where it will be used to serve residents and visit
Warner Bros. Produces New Series “Maritime Masters: Expedition Antarctica”
Viewers will soon experience an exploratory cruise from the comfort of their home with the new original series “Maritime Masters: Expedition Antarctica.” Warner Bros. Discovery is producing the docu-series, which features an in-depth look into the operation and voyages of the Scenic Eclipse, the
Cruise Deal Of The Week — April 21, 2023
Hey cruisers! As the sun comes out, so are exciting cruise deals! Today, we have amazing offers from Oceania Cruises that are too good to pass up! Keep reading to learn more! Oceania Cruises offers Free Land Programs that explore incredible cities and landmarks. On select 2023 and 2024 sailing
Viking Cruises Voted First in Food & Wine’s Inaugural Global Tastemakers Awards
Food & Wine readers voted Viking Cruises the Best Cruise Line in the publication’s first Global Tastemakers Awards. Viking Cruises was number one in the Cruise Line category for its “inventive culinary programs across its river, ocean, and expedition voyages.” “Discovering a destination
AmaWaterways Explores Ways To Minimize Fuel Consumption
Today, AmaWaterways announced it will continue efforts toward sustainable cruising by exploring ways to minimize fuel consumption. AmaWaterways is working to reduce its environmental impact by using solar panels on ships, improving navigation systems to optimize fuel consumption, and brainstorming s
Princess Cruises Announces The Arrival Of Sun Princess
Princess Cruises has announced that its latest and largest ship, Sun Princess, will debut in the U.S. next October. Launching in February 2024, Sun Princess will have a season of Mediterranean and European cruises before making her way to the U.S. and, eventually, Port Everglades, which will serve a
