Cruising with a Group: The Do’s and Don’ts
Does “more the merrier” apply to cruise vacations? While cruising with a group may sound like a great idea in theory, without proper planning you may find it’s more than you bargained for. So, how do you ensure your cruising venture will be a success? Follow our list of Do’s and Don’ts
Where Can I Smoke on a Cruise Ship?
Everyone has vices. Whether it’s a piece of chocolate cake, a glass of fine Scotch or lighting up a cigarette or a cigar, how you treat yourself is your business. However, one of the most popular questions we get asked is: where can I smoke on a cruise ship? Here’s our guide to lighting up [&h
Red Sox Cruise Above the Clouds with Crystal Skye
Crystal Cruises is known for its luxurious cruise ships and fabulous itineraries, but what most don’t realize is their travel services don’t end there. In fact, Crystal owns and operates their own Boeing 777 and it very well be the most luxurious plane in the world. The Boston Red Sox found that
Things to Do When You Skip a Shore Excursion
Just like all cruises, Carnival cruise ships are like hotels on the ocean when you are sailing to your vacation destination. The excursions may be delightful and offer lasting memories, but what if you are not up for going out for the day? Lucky for you, there are still things to do when you are [&h
The Belly Flop Competition: Keys to Victory!
Royal Caribbean is one of the world’s most popular cruise lines and there’s something special for everyone to enjoy while on board. Passengers can go ice skating, scale the rock climbing wall, go roller skating, enjoy some quiet time in the Solarium, and even attend the “Love & Marriage
5 Fun Things to Do in Montevideo, Uruguay
Though Uruguay is often overshadowed by its cultural and geographical counterpart, Argentina, the small South American country actually has a lot to offer. More than a third of the country’s 3.5 million people live in the capital city of Montevideo, and it is easy to see why. The city’s European
Deal of the Day – April 26, 2019
Here’s a fun challenge; hop on your favorite airline booking site and see if you can snag some free tickets to Antarctica. No dice? Well thankfully Hurtigruten is here to make sure your cruise vacation isn’t saddled down by high prices to fly. The price for those flying from select airpo
The Ultimate Game of Thrones Cruise
Do you think they take vacations in Westeros? Seems like after the last few years in the Seven Kingdoms, everyone could use a little rest and recuperation. If you’d prefer a ship full of tourists to a ship full of Iron-born, Variety Cruises is offering a unique way for Game of Thrones fans to get
Martha Stewart Celebrates Discovery with MSC Cruises (VIDEO)
From magazines to television and everything in between, Martha Stewart is as well known in the home, cooking and gardening industries as anyone. Now the famed decorating guru is taking her talents to the high seas thanks to a new culinary and discovery program with MSC Cruises. The partnership is be
Making it Safer to Fly with Pets
You can’t bring your pet with you on every vacation, but a new service from VistaJet is making it safer and easier to fly with your furry friends. VistaPet is a new service designed to make sure all passengers make it to their destination, no matter how many legs they have. Why VistaPet? VistaJet
Scenes from the Porthole Cruise Party 2019!
The Porthole Cruise Party, Porthole Cruise Magazine’s afterparty event at Seatrade Cruise Global, was a huge success again this year with cruise line executives and industry partners flocking to the Paris Theater on Miami Beach for an action-packed evening full of singing, dancing and fun! Che
Cruise Deal of the Week – April 19, 2019
Have you ever gone all in? No, not at a card table, but on a much-deserved cruise vacation! MSC Cruises, one of the biggest names in the industry, wants you to go all in on your next vacation and they have just the deal to make it happen. Save big with unlimited drinks, free wifi […]
Vatican VIP – Miracles Do Happen
Monday Mantra It’s a Miracle … It’s a Miracle … It’s a Miracle Vatican VIP Room to breathe, a papal address — this is a trip with a difference. Life is full of surprises. Like today, I saw the Pope. Bam! Just like that. I guess I should explain that I’m in Rome
Behind the Cruise Line: Arnold Donald At The Wheel
Five years ago, cruise lines were reeling from several highly publicized cruise ship incidents around the globe. [Ed. Note: — Porthole may or may not have neglected to mention some of those less-sunnier subjects.] Many believed it would take years of incident-free cruise travel and millions of dol
Don’t Forget This One Thing on Your Caribbean Vacation
Mountainous islands burst forth from crystal clear water. Tropical birds whistle and caw from palm to palm. Fish dart among coral reefs teeming with life. Happy vacationers sink their toes in soft, white sand, ice cold drinks and a great book in hand. There’s truly nothing on Earth like a great Ca
Mighty Fine River Rhine Aboard AmaPrima
The dominant narrative of river cruising consistently touches on the all-inclusive nature of the experience. The intimate camaraderie, complimentary excursions, fascinating villages, and delicious cuisine all make the case for almost any itinerary, but what makes the AmaWaterways adventure on the go
Cruise Deal of the Week – April 12, 2019
What fun is cruising without the people you care about most? Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line has a new deal available on their website offering big savings when you bring someone special on your next cruise vacation to the Bahamas. Sail & Save Here’s what Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line has to s
Aruba Is Your Next Great Vacation
Surely this place can’t be real. That’s along the lines of what most people think when they first lay eyes on the pristine beaches of Aruba. Water of the most brilliant aquamarine lapping gently against soft, white sand are what set the island apart as a vacation paradise for those who love the
Something for Everyone at Tortola Pier Park
When it comes to the islands which dot the Caribbean Sea, few come close to the stunning history, unique culture and vibrant atmosphere found on the British Virgin Islands. Specifically the island of Tortola, the largest and most exciting in the BVI, where cruise ship passengers disembark for a day
Cruise Ship Friendship
Monthly Mantra Waves of Kindness … Waves of Kindness … Waves of Kindness … “Wait! Wait! I want to give this to you!” That was the older woman with the organza hat, waving me down as I gathered my luggage after disembarking Queen Elizabeth 2 in Southampton in 1983. At the time, I was [&h