Margaritaville at Sea Raises Daily Gratuities by up to 11%
The Jimmy Buffet-owned cruise line, Margaritaville at Sea, hiked its gratuities by up to 11% beginning February 1, 2025. The change affects gratuities for staterooms, suites, and onboard services such as drink packages and specialty dining. New Gratuities for Staterooms and Suites Passengers now have to pay $2 more daily regardless of their accommodations. From […]
The Margaritaville Cruise Ship is About to Get a Major Upgrade
Margaritaville at Sea has big plans for its maiden vessel, Margaritaville at Sea Paradise. The ship, which offers short cruises out of the Port of Palm Beach, is to receive a comprehensive program of upgrades and new guest experiences. New features will span new venues already on the flagship vessel, Margaritaville at Sea Islander, reimagined […]
Next Celebrity Cruise Ship Replaces Popular Back of Ship Venue [VIDEO]
Celebrity Cruise Line recently shared details about The Bazaar, a three-level venue onboard Celebrity Xcel designed to immerse guests in the local festivals and cultures of their destinations. The brand-new concept, in the space of Eden on current Edge-class ships, promises to “erase the line between ship and shore” by treating passengers to the sights, […]
The 2025 Nude Cruise Just Set Sail To The Bahamas and Caribbean
The annual clothing-optional cruise hosted by Bare Necessities left Miami on Monday and headed to the Caribbean for an 11-day vacation. This year’s cruise takes place on Norwegian Pearl. Aside from visiting Norwegian Cruise Line’s Great Stirrup Cay, the vessel will visit Martinique, San Juan, St. Maarten, St. Lucia, and Dominica during its February 3 […]
Former Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Arrives Scrapyard [VIDEO]
The iconic ship that helped shape Royal Caribbean International is now being retired after decades of service. Song of America set sail on its final voyage on January 22, traveling from Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, to Alang, India, where it arrived over the weekend to be scrapped and sold for parts. The 37,500-ton vessel was built […]
Holland America Unveils 2026-2027 Legendary Voyages
Holland America Line (HAL) introduces 27- to 45-day itineraries that will take guests to Hawaii, Alaska, the Pacific Northwest, the South Pacific, and the Mediterranean from 2026 to 2027. 28-Day Legendary Arctic Circle Solstice Noordam departs Seattle on June 7, 2026, for a roundtrip 28-day sailing. The Vista-class vessel will journey through the Inside Passage […]
Celestyal Cruises Expands to Arabian Gulf Itineraries After Surging Demand
Boutique cruise operator Celestyal Cruises announced an additional Arabian Gulf sailing, expanding its current capacity in the region by 10%. According to the cruise line, the decision to add an extra itinerary was made in response to the “overwhelming popularity” of its Desert Days cruises which now have limited availability on the February 15, 22, […]
Minnesota Man’s Free Cruise Turns Into $47,007 Medical Nightmare
A Minnesota resident who won a free cruise received a $47,000 medical bill from Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) after being treated for the flu. Mike Cameron was enjoying a weeklong Caribbean cruise with his girlfriend, Tamra Masterman, when he came down with a case of the flu. Cameron sought treatment from the Norwegian Encore’s medical […]
Royal Caribbean Moves Up Star of the Seas Inaugural Cruise, Adds Two Sailings
Royal Caribbean International has announced that Star of the Seas will enter service earlier than expected, adding two new “showcase sailings” before its previously scheduled inaugural voyage. The second ship in the cruise line’s Icon Class will now begin welcoming guests on August 23, 2025—eight days earlier than originally planned. Earlier Debut for Star of […]
Cruise Passenger Arrested for Over $6K in Credit Card Fraud
Authorities arrested a cruise passenger at Brazil’s Port of Salvador de Bahia on January 22 for multiple fraudulent credit card transactions. The unidentified male suspect is believed to have used the cards after boarding the cruise vessel in Santos, Brazil on January 19. During its weeklong South America itinerary, the 41-year-old allegedly made multiple fraudulent […]
