The world of cruise travel continues to expand, offering more choices to more places around the world than ever before. Once thought to be a lazy mans way of travel, even hearty adventure travelers are coming along on cruises if Read More …
Counting down the days until we sail with Viking Cruises aboard new Viking Star on her inaugural Caribbean sailing, we thought you might like to come along. As the Viking Ocean Cruises empire continues to expand, their version of all Read More …
The first in a new series of basic cruise travel information begins today with our first ship profile, this one of Viking Oceans new Viking Star. More than a “it’s a slow news day” feature space, look for more ship Read More …
Porthole Cruise Magazine, the nation’s leading consumer cruise magazine, which celebrated its 20th anniversary this year, announces a new philanthropic effort in support of Mercy Ships, a global charity that operates a fleet of hospital ships in developing nations. For Read More …
Often an area of concern for first time river cruise travelers, security seems rather relaxed compared to big ship ocean-sailing options. Passengers walk on and off river cruise ships without the layer of security designed to keep them safe when Read More …
After satisfying less stringent requirements, Americans can go to Cuba now via cruise ship as well as by regularly scheduled airline flights. Going by cruise ship is a good idea if for no other reason than hotel rooms are expected Read More …
As one of the few cruise lines operating on the west coast, Carnival Cruise Line has three ships, carrying more than a half-million passengers every year. Sailing from Long Beach is Carnival Inspiration, Carnival Miracle and very soon: a refurbished Read More …
There are a number of ways to examine the topic of cruise line beverage programs. On one extreme, we have luxury cruise lines that include all beverages all the time as part of the deal. Forget about them for now, those Read More …
Costa Cruises’ Costa Luminosa is on a 98-day Round-the-World Cruise that will visit five continents, sail across three oceans and include 34 ports of call. The special cruise is designed for cruise lovers who want to experience the unique thrill Read More …