Costa Redesigns Shore Excursion Program

Costa Cruises has successfully launched a completely redesigned shore excursion program, aptly named Land Destinations, to provide a more tailored and engaging port experience for every guest. This innovative approach groups tours into four distinct collections: See It All, Icons, Read More …

Popular Cruise Ships Receive Exciting New Upgrades

This October, the cruise industry is buzzing with activity as several popular ships undergo scheduled drydocks to enhance the future travel experience for guests. These periods of maintenance and refurbishment are a vital part of the industry, ensuring that every Read More …

Norwegian Enhances Island Experience

Norwegian Cruise Line is bringing exciting enhancements to its private island, Great Stirrup Cay, promising an even more delightful experience for cruisers. These wonderful improvements include the addition of a convenient pier and an expansive new pool, designed to elevate Read More …

Legendary Royal Caribbean Dining, Entertainment

Royal Caribbean is thrilled to reveal an extraordinary array of new dining and entertainment options aboard its latest mega cruise ship, Legend of the Seas, set to launch in July 2026. This third Icon-class vessel promises an unparalleled vacation experience, Read More …

Government Shutdown Might Impact Cruise Travel

The United States government experienced a shutdown beginning on October 1, 2025, after Congress did not approve a funding bill for the upcoming fiscal year. This situation prompted questions from travelers, including cruise passengers, regarding how the political funding impasse Read More …

New Seine Paddlewheel Cruises Promise Enchanting Journeys

CroisiEurope, a celebrated France-based river cruise company, is set to introduce a truly exciting and novel way to explore the picturesque Seine River. In 2026, they will launch the first-ever paddlewheel cruises on the Seine, featuring the elegant new ship, Read More …

NCLH Launches Exciting Cross-Brand Loyalty Program

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH) has joyfully unveiled its new Loyalty Status Honoring Program, a fantastic initiative designed to allow guests to fully enjoy their hard-earned loyalty benefits across its three distinct brands: Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Read More …

Azamara Expands Signature Cultural Evening Experiences

Azamara Cruises, the esteemed small-ship cruise line, is delighted to announce a spectacular expansion of its signature complimentary cultural program with the addition of 35 new AzAmazing Evenings for the 2026 sailing season. These unique experiences, a cornerstone of Azamara’s Read More …

Viking Achieves Historic Reader Recognition

Viking is celebrating a remarkable and unprecedented achievement, having been voted #1 for Rivers and #1 for Oceans in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. This triumph marks the fifth consecutive year the company has secured the Read More …