Disney Wonder Celebrates Inaugural Miami Call
Disney Cruise Line hosted local port officials and community leaders onboard the 2,700 passenger Disney Wonder for a plaque exchange ceremony on Friday, a maritime tradition between the shipboard staff and port executives. “We are excited to be in Miami for our inaugural season, sailing from southern Florida for the first time. Miami is an […]
Costa Concordia Accident, 365 Days Later
It’s been one year since Costa Concordia sunk off the Tuscan Coast (hear our broadcast recounting the events with a passenger), claiming 32 lives and teaching the cruise lines some stern lessons. Though 4,229 passengers escaped the half-sunken ship, this case is far from closed. So fast forward 365 days, where do we stand? The […]
Crystal Cruises Goes Younger and Shorter in 2013
A luxury cruise line that has always gone for older and longer voyages is shifting their focus in 2013. Crystal Cruises is offering shorter cruises and in noticing a trend of younger cruise passengers. More than half the cruises for 2013 are 10 days or less and select sailings have kids sail free promotions. “More […]