Our take on current news stories that concern cruises travelers as well as suggested sources of cruise information
The latest analysis by Upgraded Points compares the average nightly costs of Airbnbs and hotels across 100 of America’s largest cities. “Hotels have long been the go-to choice for travelers seeking comfort and convenience, but Airbnb has grown in popularity as an Read More …
Carnival Corporation celebrated a milestone as its Carnival Conquest became the first cruise ship to connect to shore power at PortMiami, the first major U.S. East Coast port to offer this capability. This achievement aligns with Carnival Corporation’s commitment to Read More …
Guests on Holland America Line’s Alaska Cruisetours will have a new culinary experience at McKinley Chalet Resort near Denali National Park. The resort’s two restaurants have revamped their menus, emphasizing fresh, locally sourced sustainable seafood. This focus on sustainability is Read More …
Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises revealed today it’s planning to send its newest ship, Star Seeker, cruising to Alaska and Japan when it joins the fleet in 2026. Windstar last sailed in Alaska and Japan in 2023 before it redeployed Star Breeze to be Read More …
I’m excited to share the two newest Utopia of the Seas videos that are now live! First, check out “Behind the Scenes on Utopia of the Seas: Installing the Ultimate Abyss”. Royal Caribbean’s new Utopia of the Seas, the ultimate short getaway, introduces the Read More …
Cunard’s 2025 Event Voyages on Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth, and Queen Victoria will offer passengers a unique opportunity to engage with experts from various fields, including arts, gastronomy, wine, and entertainment. The voyages will feature a variety of performances, Read More …
Lindblad Expeditions has acquired Celebrity Xpedition and Celebrity Xploration from Celebrity Cruises, strengthening its position as the largest expedition cruise line. These two Galápagos expedition vessels will be refurbished and renamed before joining the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic fleet next year. Read More …
In honor of Pride Month, Australian-owned, B Corp-certified expedition travel company Aurora Expeditions, is thrilled to announce its collaboration with Planetdwellers & Pride Tours for an Antarctica Pride Cruise. Setting sail in February 2025, the specialty sailing is designed to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community, Read More …
Walt Disney Co. and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis appear to be ending their feud, as the DeSantis-appointed Disney oversight district unanimously voted to allow for Disney’s expansion, with a final decision expected on June 12th. This 15-year agreement could potentially Read More …