Reports have surfaced of a tragic accident involving a cruise passenger off the coast of Belize. Janice Mittelstadt, a 67 year old from South Dakota, tragically passed away during a snorkeling excursion in Belize today. Mittelstadt was snorkeling at Sergeants Caye, a small sandbar off the coast, popular for its snorkeling excursions. She was witnessed going […]
Norwegian Cruise Line started the freestyle wave in the early 2000’s with a simple slogan – “Freestyle Cruising.” That marketing campaign launched the concept of cruising on your schedule, your choice. Now, Norwegian Cruise Line opens a new chapter of their history with their new marketing campaign, “Feel Free.” According to Norwegian, the new “Feel Free” […]
I’d consider myself an expert cruiser at this point, but let’s face it, I still need work to be an even better cruiser. Thinking of the upcoming year, I couldn’t help but think how I can improve my cruising style. So, for 2016, I’m aiming to improve with these 16 cruise resolutions. 1) Book more […]
A stateroom is a home away from home. Whether you’re sailing for just a few nights or a few weeks, we all like a nice space to relax, rejuvenate, and recharge. Viking Cruises, aligning with their mission to create a truly special cruise experience, does not disappoint with their staterooms. From the fluffiest pillows I’ve […]
A Piano Man In The Elevator Currently only found aboard Anthem of the Seas, this new form of traveling entertainment can be found in a random elevator most days of your cruise. The back story explains the piano man was found as a stowaway and now, as a form of repayment, must entertain guests randomly […]
Royal Caribbean International has entered into an agreement with Meyer Werft Shipyards for the construction of a fifth Quantum Class ship. The fifth and unnamed Quantum Class ship is expected to be completed in the fall of 2020, following a number of additional Royal Caribbean Oasis and Quantum Class debuts. The Quantum Class ships lead […]
Holland America Line is hoping to make their onboard suites a little bit “sweeter” with a complete suite refresh and new amenities. From new furniture to exclusive amenities, suite accommodations will soon attain a new level of elegance and luxury. Each suite throughout the fleet will receive new living room furniture, plush bedding, quartz stone tops, USB outlets, new carpeting, new […]
Carnival Cruise Line has announced that beginning in 2017, the “Fun Ships” will be coming to China. Beginning in spring 2017, Carnival will homeport one ship in China, offering a variety of year-round itineraries for the booming Chinese cruise market. Carnival has not yet announced which ship will homeport in China or where the ship will […]
When I find myself looking through cruise itineraries, most ships depart from the typical ports: Miami, Port Everglades, Port Canaveral, or New York City/Bayonne. Occasionally, I find a few itineraries departing from smaller or more “local” ports throughout the country, yet, I’m still surprised to see some major cities or metro areas are without a […]
欢迎 鼓掌 的 该 海域 or, “Welcome Ovation of the Seas,” is the phrase Chinese cruisers will soon be shouting. Royal Caribbean continues their rapid expansion in the Chinese market, today announcing the deployment of the upcoming Ovation of the Seas to the Chinese mainland. Beginning in April 2016, the third Quantum Class ship, Ovation of the Seas, will begin […]
So you’re planning the big yearly family trip. You’ve looked over all of the options, taken one too many family votes, sent too many kids to timeout, argued your choice far too long. Let us help bring peace to the house. Planning a vacation should be as fun as the vacation itself. Here are the […]
On Wednesday, 17 cruise passengers were tragically killed during an ambush at the Bardo National Museum in the Tunisian city of Tunis. The cruise passengers were attacked upon arrival at the museum as many of them disembarked from their tour coaches. The attack also injured a number of cruise guests and took the lives of a number […]