Final Look: Remembering Crown Princess and Her History [PHOTOS]
In human terms, 1990 really doesn’t seem that long ago. But for cruise ships in the COVID era, that thirty year milestone has marked an ominous rite of passage. One of the latest and most striking casualties of the ongoing pandemic is the Karnika, which recently beached at Alang, India, for scrapping. If this unique […]
Two US-Based River Cruise Lines to Require COVID-19 Vaccination
American Queen Steamboat Company and Victory Cruise Lines, both part of the Hornblower Group, have announced that they will be requiring COVID-19 vaccination for all guests. Crew members and non-shipboard employees of the lines will also be required to receive the vaccination, across all seven vessels in the two fleets. This mandate expands upon the […]
Celebrity Cruises to Return to Australia in 2022
Celebrity Cruises announced today that Celebrity Eclipse will be returning to Australia and New Zealand for the 2022-2023 season. From September 2022 to April 2023, Eclipse will depart from both Sydney and Auckland on 19 different itineraries that are five to 18 nights long. The voyages will feature new themed experiences: “Sun and Beach Escapes,” “Food and Wine Classics,” […]
9 Best Destinations For Family Cruises
Selecting the right destination sets the stage for a great family vacation. If you’re seeking inspiration for your next family cruise, you’ve come to the right place. Cruise lines are catering to families with kid-friendly activities and amenities, making it easier than ever for families to explore the world by cruise ship. There are so […]
Ship Dining: Big Chicken on Carnival Cruise Line [MENU]
When Carnival Cruise Line’s new megaship Mardi Gras at last debuts, it will feature several new restaurants, including one called Big Chicken. Created by Carnival’s Chief Fun Officer Shaquille O’Neal, the venue features — as you might guess by the name — a whole lotta chicken, and we’re about to do a deep-dive into the […]
7 Ways to Avoid Post-Cruise Charges
No one likes debarkation morning. You get up early, get off the ship, and it’s back to reality. One of the first things you see when you get out of bed that morning is the folio — the piece of paper that tells you how long you’ll be paying off your vacation. That folio usually means that […]
Things to See During a Port Call in Victoria, British Columbia
Victoria, BC may be more than 4,500 miles from London, but stepping off the ship here might have you thinking you’ve landed in England. The British Columbia capital, located on the southern end of Vancouver Island, honors its connection to the crown with architecture, gardens, cultural centers, street names, and pubs that are all decidedly […]
CDC Rule: Cruise Passengers Will Be Required To Wear Masks
Many cruise lines have already announced they would require face coverings in public spaces upon return to service. A new order issued by the CDC on January 30th appears to take that decision entirely out of the hands of cruise lines and make doing so a requirement. The order says that people must wear a […]
MSC Takes Delivery of Newest Cruise Ship
MSC Cruises took delivery today of its newest ship, MSC Virtuosa, during a private flag ceremony held at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France. During the small ceremony between the shipyard and the cruise line, MSC Virtuosa received her official flag and blessings for good fortune. The ceremony was attended in person by MSC […]
Carnival Cruise Ship Sends Inspirational Message to Guests
With four simple words, crew members aboard the Carnival Dream sent a strong message of hope and inspiration to the passengers currently unable to sail: “We will be back.” Their Simple, Powerful Message The simple sentiment could not have been better timed. The banner carrying the words, which had been hand-painted in Carnival’s signature colors […]