Interior staterooms make up a huge percentage of the cruise industry’s staterooms, yet they tend to either be looked down upon or simply forgotten. That is not the case here at Cruise Currents. We’ve compiled a list of 8 reasons why these staterooms without a view can be the perfect choice for any cruiser. 1. They’re […]
Following the murder of a crew member on the island of Roatan, Norwegian Cruise Line has temporarily suspended all calls at the island port. On Sunday, April 6th, a Norwegian Pearl crew member was killed while ashore in Roatan, Honduras. The crew member, who is characterized as Filipino, was reportedly shot after refusing to surrender […]
Seasickness, otherwise known as motion sickness, can end the enjoyment of your cruise quicker than you might think. For some cruisers, even the slightest motion of the ship can bring on the undesirable symptoms of seasickness. Malaise, nausea, vomit, and headaches are never positively associated with a cruise, but can be the symptoms of seasickness. Luckily, […]
#1 “Your Time” Dining Originally pioneered by Norwegian Cruise Line as “Freestyle Cruising,” choosing your dining time, table mates, and restaurant have become an important aspect of cruising for many guests. Almost every cruise line offers some variation of this concept, giving guests the freedom to plan their cruise down to the minute. Not only […]
Cruising is the greatest way to travel, but no cruise is without its minor annoyances. Here’s a list of my top 5 cruising pet peeves in no particular order. While I may notice these little things onboard, they will never stop me from cruising or ruin a cruise for me. Feel free to agree or […]
Costa Cruises recently celebrated their 65th anniversary, which is a pretty major milestone for a cruise line. Costa is one of the oldest cruise lines sailing and has a very interesting and rich Italian history. Check out how far Costa has come today in their latest video highlighting their major milestones throughout their history. You can also […]
Yesterday afternoon, the Carnival Triumph’s mooring lines were broken due to violent storms and strong winds moving through Mobile, Alabama. After the lines had been broken, the Carnival Triumph began to float down the Mobile River until it came to a rest against a cargo ship. Once the ship had come to a rest, tugboats immediately began […]
As you may have seen earlier this week, Cunard recently updated their dress code to make their atmosphere a bit more relaxed. This update will now allow only for 3 formal nights a cruise instead of having a “formal night” every night. According to Cunard, the new dress code will allow for “two or three formal […]
World Ocean & Cruise Liner Society (WOCLS) members named Holland America Line the Best Overall Cruise Value 2012 for the 20th consecutive year in the publication’s annual Best Cruise Value Awards. Holland America Line also received top marks in the High-Deluxe, 5-Star-Plus, Large Ships category in recognition of its premium cruise experience. “To win this […]
Nine cruise industry associations today announced they have agreed to operate under a common organization with a unified structure to serve as the voice and advocacy leader of the global cruise industry. The associations are… Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) European Cruise Council (ECC) Asia Cruise Association (ACA), Passenger Shipping Association (PSA/ACE) France’s AFCC, Brazil’s ABREMAR Northwest and […]
Around 400 passengers onboard P&O’s Oriana are planning to stage a protest this morning during debarkation. This protest is apparently a response to the quarantine of about 400 guests onboard who have reportedly contracted norovirus. The passengers are planning to in a sense, rebel, against the Captain, officers, and crew by refusing to disembark the ship. How will this be done? […]
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 […]