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Beginner’s Guide to Carnival Cruise Line

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Planning your first Carnival Cruise? If you feel overwhelmed or unsure where to begin, you’ve landed in the right place. As a seasoned Carnival cruiser for over twenty years, I’ve gathered everything you need to know—from choosing your ship and itinerary to understanding onboard costs, dining options, and insider tips. Quick History of Carnival Cruise […]

Cruise Line Brings Back Classic Sailaway Parties With Champagne and Music

A Holland America cruise ship navigates a narrow fjord in Norway, flanked by steep, rocky mountains. The calm water mirrors the ship and the stunning landscape. Above, a clear sky is dotted with distant clouds.

Holland America Line is bringing back the timeless tradition of the sailaway party, enhancing it with Champagne toasts, live entertainment, and regionally inspired appetizers. In a move that blends old-world charm with modern cruise experiences, the line has partnered with French Champagne house Taittinger to elevate the moment ships depart port — a highlight on […]

Mechanical Trouble Axes Bahamas Cruise From New York

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MSC Cruises has canceled the May 11, 2025, sailing of MSC Meraviglia from New York City, citing a mechanical issue that impacts the ship’s ability to operate at normal cruising speeds. The 7-night itinerary was set to visit Port Canaveral, Nassau, and the line’s private island, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve. Guests were notified on […]

Holland America Changes Tamarind Restaurant Menu Fleetwide

HAL Koningsdam at Canada

Holland America Line’s acclaimed Pan-Asian specialty restaurant, Tamarind, is introducing a refreshed dining experience featuring over a dozen new dishes inspired by the bold flavors of Asia. Originally launched aboard the Eurodam in 2008, Tamarind is best known for a menu that draws from Southeast Asia, China, and Japan.​ The updated menu includes new sharing-style […]

Cruise Port Plans Hull Cleaning Station to Remove Invasive Species From Ships

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In response to the decline in cruise ship visits, the Port of Auckland is considering establishing a hull cleaning station to assist cruise lines in complying with New Zealand’s stringent biofouling regulations. This program aims to mitigate one of the primary obstacles deterring cruise ships from entering the country’s waters, particularly ecologically sensitive areas like […]

Princess Heads into 2025 Alaska Cruise Season With New Itineraries

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Princess Cruises is preparing to launch its 56th Alaska season in early May. The company will offer a wide range of cruise and cruise tour options across seven ships and five wilderness lodges. Glaciers cruises between Vancouver and Whittier, Inside Passage roundtrips from Seattle and San Francisco, and various southeast Alaska cruises from Vancouver. Guests […]

Mobile Port to Get Busier in 2026 With Two Cruise Lines

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The Alabama Cruise Terminal in Mobile will welcome two separate cruise lines owned by different parent companies next year. This will be the first time this has happened in 20 years, the city says. The port will simultaneously handle two ships of contrasting sizes in late March 2028. The double-ship operation will take place in late March […]

Disney Destiny Attractions Feature Hercules, The Lion King, Doctor Strange, Loki, and More

Two women stand on a stage in front of a large screen displaying “Disney Destiny” as an audience watches, surrounded by colorful decor inspired by Disney Destiny Attractions like Hercules and The Lion King in a bright indoor venue.

Disney Cruise Line just announced the newest attractions of Disney Destiny, scheduled to enter service in November 2025. The vessel’s line-up includes creative and innovative amenities inspired by Hercules, The Lion King, Doctor Strange, Loki, The Incredibles, 101 Dalmatians, and more. Hercules, Broadway-Style  Catch beloved hits from the animated classic like “Zero to Hero” and […]

Royal Caribbean Stops Private Destination Visits in Haiti Over Unrest

Royal Caribbean suspends calls, cruise ship voyage cancelled, vessel anchored near Labadee coast.

Royal Caribbean has again suspended calls to Labadee, Haiti, citing growing security concerns over a surge of gang violence in the region. The cruise line has rerouted at least four ships—Voyager of the Seas, Oasis of the Seas, Adventure of the Seas, and Odyssey of the Seas—away from the private beach destination. Passengers onboard these […]

Fake Cruise Ship Bomb Threat Lands Michigan Resident Behind Bars

A large Carnival cruise ship sails on calm blue water near a distant coastline under a partly cloudy sky. The ship, resembling a Michigan cruise ship, has multiple decks, lifeboats, and a distinctive red and blue funnel.

Michigan resident Joshua Darrell Lowe was sentenced to eight months in prison last Monday for making a fake bomb threat in January 2024. Upset that his girlfriend and her family left him at home to look after their pets during their cruise, Lowe’s email forced Carnival Cruise Line to inspect over 1,000 rooms on Carnival […]