Star Trek Cruise Postponed Until 2022, Bookings Open Soon
This just in from Starfleet Command: The fifth annual Star Trek Cruise which was scheduled for 2021 has been moved to February of 2022. Two Major Star Trek Stars Will Be on Board Even as fans were watching some of their favorite Star Trek stars dish at this year’s ComicCon (held virtually via YouTube), we […]
Last Look: Remembering Carnival Fantasy [PHOTOS]
Hard as it is for many of us to imagine, Carnival Fantasy is making one last passenger-free trip. Carnival Fantasy Specifications Just The Facts Gross Tonnage: 70,367 Year Built: 1990 Length: 855 feet Passenger Count: 2,052 double occupancy Crew: 920 Saying Farewell to Carnival Fantasy Although Carnival Cruise Line initially issued a statement saying they […]
Carnival Imagination and Fascination Taken Out of Service
Carnival Cruise Line confirmed on Thursday morning that its Carnival Imagination and Carnival Fascination will be taken out of service for the foreseeable future. Both vessels will move to a long term lay-up status, with no specific timeline identified for a return to operation. This is part of Carnival Corporation’s ongoing efforts to streamline the […]
Royal Caribbean Group Extends Cruise Cancellation Policy
Royal Caribbean Group has extended its Cruise with Confidence program to all sailings dated through April 2022. The program was introduced earlier this year in order to allow would-be passengers looking to book a sailing but wary of doing so under the current conditions. What Is Cruise With Confidence? The Cruise with Confidence program allows […]
Princess Cancels North American Cruises Through December 15
Princess Cruises announced on Wednesday afternoon that they will be canceling select voyages through December 15, 2020. The cruise line cites the continued progression of the pandemic along with decisions through various health and government authorities as to the reason why. In February, the cruise line gained worldwide attention when it had a major illness […]
How Much Are Cruise Ship Port Fees and Taxes?
In terms of cost, buying a cruise is a lot like buying a car. You see the sticker price and think you’re getting a great deal, but by the time all the taxes and fees are added, suddenly, the price has gone up significantly. The “Hidden” Cruise Expenses You’re Paying For They say the devil’s […]
Freeport On Two Week Lock Down, Strictly Enforced
With the current health crisis once again hitting Grand Bahama Island, Bahamian Prime Minister Hubert Minnis announced on Tuesday morning that the island would begin a two-week lockdown, effective at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 23. The lockdown will be in effect until Friday, August 7, at 5 a.m. The news comes after the minister […]
Cruise Podcast: Carnival Sunrise 2020 Review
A review of Carnival Cruise Line’s ship Carnival Sunrise for a Canada/New England itinerary. This ship used to be Carnival Triumph before it underwent a $200 million renovation in 2019. The ship splits time between New York, Virginia, and Florida. Sherry Laskin has cruise news on: This could be the end for Carnival Fantasy Key […]
Are Cruise Lines Being Treated Unfairly By The CDC?
Although airplanes are flying and Walt Disney World is welcoming guests, cruise ships sit idle because of the newly-extended No Sail Order issued by the CDC (U.S. Centers for Disease Control). For some cruisers, the situation’s becoming increasingly difficult to understand. Why Cruise Ships Have Taken Such a Hit No industry has been scapegoated to […]
Carnival Provides Update On Mega Ship Mardi Gras [Photos]
Carnival Cruise Line provided an update on its upcoming mega-ship Mardi Gras on Monday morning. The ship, which is currently being constructed at Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland, is getting her final touches before debuting in 2021. Workers have installed nearly 800 feet of suspended track for BOLT, the first rollercoaster at sea, that […]