Norwegian Unveils Spectacular Great Tides Island Waterpark

Norwegian Cruise Line has shared an exciting first look at Great Tides Waterpark, an expansive six-acre paradise set to debut September 4, 2026, on its private Bahamian island, Great Stirrup Cay. Designed to deliver high-octane thrills alongside family-friendly fun, this Read More …

Sailing Viking: We’ve Been Modified

NOTE: This post was originally published in 2015 but the information is timely as the topic of “itinerary modifications” gets socially heated. It’s easy to look at travel plans like decisions.  Once made, we live with them.  Items on a Read More …

Innovative Community Platform Enhances Independent Cruise Excursions

A brilliant new digital solution is stepping up to transform how ocean travelers plan their days in port. According to a maritime tech feature introduces at www.meet2trip.com, a free online matching platform called Meet2Trip has officially launched to connect cruise Read More …

Beautiful Juneau Prepares For An Amazing Cruise Season

The Alaska cruise season is commencing with a renewed focus on safety and infrastructure as local authorities in Juneau manage the temporary closure of the Goldbelt Mount Roberts Tramway. Following a recent mechanical incident during a routine inspection, the popular Read More …

Cruise Industry Prepares For Behavioral Wellness Shifts

The rise of GLP-1 medications is sparking a significant behavioral shift within the cruise industry, particularly among high-value demographics such as premium and luxury travelers. As more passengers adopt these treatments, their habits are moving away from traditional volume-based consumption Read More …

Camila and Matthew McConaughey Christen Star Princess

PRESS RELEASEIn a radiant evening celebration illuminated by celestial hues and filled with unforgettable moments, Star Princess – the newest and most innovative ship from Princess Cruises – was officially named by godparents, Camila and Matthew McConaughey. While Star Princess was alongside at Port Everglades Read More …

Discovery Princess Makes Grand Southeast Asia Maiden Call

Princess Cruises’ newest Royal-Class ship, Discovery Princess, made a spectacular maiden call to Singapore on October 28, 2025. The ship immediately embarked on an exciting five-day inaugural cruise around Malaysia, visiting Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur), Penang, and Langkawi before returning Read More …

Carnival Launches Ticketless Excursion Platform

Streamlining the guest experience for cruisers joining excursions ashore, Carnival Cruise Line announced plans today to bring an innovative digital platform to its tour operator partners that eliminates physical tickets and provides enhanced functionality. Carnival is now piloting its new mobile application with select Read More …

We Tried And Loved Princess Premier: There’s No Going Back Now

The occasion was Lisa’s December birthday along with a bit of the holidays on our December 15 sailing of Caribbean Princess. It was our 8th time on this ship, although the last time we stepped on board was over ten Read More …