TRAVEL TIPS: Your Own Adventure in San Juan
Let’s face it, taking a cruise is a luxury many Americans have to save up for, especially when, on top of the cruise fare, you add the daily gratuities, alcoholic beverages, specialty dining, shore excursions, and any other cravings you’d like to satisfy. That’s why when presented with a gre
“Slow Cruise Therapy” on the Indian Pacific Railway
Australia’s famous Indian Pacific Railway makes a transcontinental train trip from Sydney to Perth. The IPR takes you through Australia’s lush mountains, gold fields, rocky valleys, arid deserts, and, ultimately, to three capital cities. Balanced with off-train excursions, time to relax, and lux
11 Sights To See in Sydney, Australia
Sydney, Australia, starting and ending point of many cruises and a popular port of call on world cruises and other extended voyages, always makes the lists of the world’s most scenic harbors – along with the likes of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Hong Kong, China. Without a doubt, one of the planet
Cruise Deal of the Week – March 22, 2019
Have you ever heard the expression “the early bird gets the worm”? The same logic applies to the latest cruise deal of the week from Holland America Line! Book your 2020-2021 cruise now and receive one of their best offers yet, with a total value of $1200. Early Booking Bonus The deal i
5 Travel Tips for your Bali Getaway
There’s no denying that Bali is one of the most beautiful places on the planet. It has a little something for everybody — bustling cities, exotic wildlife, ancient temples, beach resorts, jungles, mountains, and art exhibits — just to name a few. All of these factors have helped make Bali one
New River Cruise Bike Tours Starting in Asia
River cruising through Asian countries like Cambodia, Vietnam and Thailand is an adventure most have never experienced. Grasshopper Adventures is launching three unique bike tours and cruise adventures for 2019 and 2020 on the Mekong in Cambodia/Vietnam, the Brahmaputra in India and the River Kwai i
Great Cruise Ports for Scuba Diving and Swimming
If you are planning a cruise and are looking for fun off-boat adventure in the beautiful waters of your cruise ports and destinations, these are some of the best places for a day spent diving, snorkeling or scuba diving. These destinations include ports that are great for beginners and professionals
Cruise Deal of the Week – March 15, 2019
The week we spring forward’ is a tough one. Not only do we lose an hour of sleep, but we all have to readjust our internal clocks sunrise coming a little later. In order to help make your week just a little bit better, our cruise deal this week from Norwegian Cruise Line is one […]
New Ocean Ship Caters to Solo Cruisers
Fans of Vantage Deluxe World Travel and their award-winning river cruise itineraries have something to smile about today. Vantage Cruise Line is advancing past cruising the world’s most famous rivers with the announcement of a new ocean ship set for launch in 2021. Ocean Explorer will be a small-s
One Day in Berlin
Berlin is a large city, so it is impossible to see everything in one day. In order to get the most information about Berlin’s important landmarks, taking a guided tour is a must. The guides are locals most of the time, and they can tell you a variety of historical and fun facts about the [&hel
The Best Street Eats in Kolkata
The gritty metropolis of Kolkata, India, displays a raucous, kinetic image framed by the Ganges River, a navigational artery directly connected to the country’s heart and soul. To plot your course through a city like this is a daunting task and to experience the food scene, an even more challeng
5 Reasons to Vacation in Auckland, New Zealand
Also called “the City of Sails,” a sprawling metropolis between two harbors (Waitemata and Manukau Harbors), Auckland is located in New Zealand’s North Island. It is a friendly, cosmopolitan city of 1.45 million inhabitants – it has attracted a large concentration of Polynesians from South P
Cruise Deal of the Week – March 8th, 2019
Everyone likes a bonus. Whether it’s at work or when you book yourself an awesome cruise, getting more is always a good thing. If you’re all about bonuses, then the Bonus Saving Days from Silversea Cruises is something you’re going want to check out! Bonus Saving Days Silversea is
Bora Bora: Your Dream Vacation
This article is the 3rd of a three part series by Porthole Cruise Magazine contributor Georgina Cruz chronicling her voyage aboard a Holland America Line world cruise. The three parts focus on a unique island in French Polynesia: Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora. Today, Georgina takes us on a tour of B
5 Fun Things to Do on your Key West Cruise
Key West is one of the most beautiful and exciting cities in the Florida Keys. Dubbed as “the Southernmost City in the United States,” Key West has so much to offer locals and tourists alike. If you’re planning a Key West cruise and want to spice up your trip with interesting activities and at
Getting Around Europe on a Budget
Taking a European river cruise is a great way to see a lot of beautiful foreign cities in a short time, while enjoying the comfort of a cruise ship and not having to take up all the work associated with planning your own itinerary. Planning trips can be stressful, especially when everything is in a
Your Ultimate Moorea Vacation Guide
This article is the second part of a three-part series by Porthole Cruise Magazine contributor Georgina Cruz chronicling her voyage aboard a Holland America Line world cruise. The three parts each focus on a unique island in French Polynesia: Tahiti, Moorea, and Bora Bora. Today, Georgina takes us
Tips for Easing Your First-Time Cruise Anxiety
Are you about to schedule your first cruise vacation but can’t seem to ease your cruise anxiety? You are not alone. AllianzGlobal conducted a survey and found 53 percent of the respondents avoided cruising based on worries related to high-profile ship-related incidents, fear of contracting an air
TRAVEL TIPS: Explore the Big Blue with Sea Trek in Sint Maarten
Sint Maarten is surely an interesting place to visit. The small island is divided into two with Sint Maarten (Dutch) occupying the southern half, while Saint Martin (French), occupies the northern portion. Hispaniola is the only other island divided into two countries: the Dominican Republic and Hai
Are Luxury Cruises Worth the Price?
If you are planning a cruise vacation getaway on one of the many incredible ships operating today, you have one big decision to make right from the start- your budget. One of the best parts about cruising that many don’t realize is the sheer number of options when it comes to choosing your cru
