Mike Faust is an avid world traveler, often found traversing city streets in Asia and Europe rather than his home city of Boca Raton. Mike has touched down in 39 countries, set sail on 35 cruises, and flown over 400,000 lifetime miles.
Designed exclusively for MSC Cruises’ Fantasia class ships, MSC travellers will soon be able to soak up the sun in style at the new Top 18 Exclusive Solarium, an adults-only sanctuary of serenity boasting premium deck space and stunning sea views. MSC’s Top 18 Exclusive Solarium will be available from the beginning of the 2013 summer season on the top decks […]
Norwegian Cruise Line announced today that popular Miami modern artist and muralist David “LEBO” Le Batard has been commissioned to paint the signature hull artwork for Norwegian Getaway, launching in January 2014. At an event held at LEBO’s Wynwood studio, the company also revealed the hull artwork, which features a whimsical tropical ocean theme complete with […]
Celebrity Cruise’s newest ship, the Celebrity Reflection, was christened this past Saturday in Miami, Florida – the Reflection’s new homeport. The Reflection had just completed a transatlantic cruise a day earlier and was christened by four Godmothers, all Celebrity employees who have either donated time and talents to supporting breast cancer patients, or employees who […]
Earlier today, Norwegian Cruise Line announced that they will be revealing the Getaway’s hull art later tonight. Norwegian posted, “In a few hours, we will reveal Norwegian Getaway’s hull artwork and the name of the famous Miami-based artist who designed it. Who do you think was commissioned to paint Norwegian Getaway’s signature hull?” Some guesses from fans of […]
The readers of Porthole Cruise Magazine have spoken, selecting the best in cruise lines, itineraries and services in the 14th annual Readers’ Choice Awards, and their votes made Cunard Line a winner. The magazine’s annual contest asked readers to evaluate the world’s cruise lines and determine the industry’s leaders in the categories that mattered most to them. Cunard Line […]
Norwegian Cruise Line announced today two more New York-inspired food and beverage offerings onboard Norwegian Breakaway, the line’s newest ship: Sabrett Hot Dogs and Brooklyn Lager beer. Further enhancing the ship’s ties to New York City, its year-round homeport, these newly-announced offerings provide guests with a taste of the Big Apple at sea. Located on […]
Today, Captain Mickey Mouse officially kicked-off the countdown for the arrival of the Disney Wonder to Port Miami with a Disney-style unveiling of a larger than life banner proclaiming “See You Real Soon.” When the Disney Wonder arrives in Miami on Dec. 23, 2012, it will mark the first time a Disney Cruise Line ship […]
Princess Cruises has just announced two special new Asia cruise opportunities, offering unique itineraries that explore some of the most alluring ports in the region. Departing in October and November 2013 aboard Diamond Princess, these 10- and 11-day Asia cruises sail roundtrip from Singapore, taking in some of the best of Southeast Asia’s ports of call, including Bangkok, Bali, […]
Thanks to the courageous and swift actions of Captain Karlsson and the crew of the Azamara Journey, the Journey was successfully able to ward off a potential pirate attack while sailing off the coast of Oman. The crew of the Azamara reported that a group of small boats was quickly approaching the Journey. When Captain Karlsson learned of […]
Earlier today, Carnival Cruise Lines announced the expansion of the newly named, “Cheers!,” all you can drink alcohol program. Carnival recently rolled out the Cheers! program to the Carnival Dream, which now brings the number of ships with the Cheers! program to 4. The other Carnival ships that now offer the program include the Carnival Breeze, Carnival Splendor, […]
Over the past year and a half, Mikey’s Cruise Blog has experienced a tremendous amount of growth. I have met many amazing people, and have reported on both exciting and saddening cruise new stories. Now, obviously things change over time. That is exactly what has happened to Mikey’s Cruise Blog. When I started my website, […]
This week Kaleigh and James give thanks for their favorite things from each cruise line and share their Christmas wishes for what they think would improve the cruise experience on each line. Cruise news features stories from the up and coming port of Houston and a new drink package on Norwegian. Connect with CruizeCast.