State Dept. Reducing Passport Processing Times

The State Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs is reducing processing times for passports to 4-6 weeks, down from our prior commitment of 6-8 weeks. This announcement comes after months of issuing passports well under the 6-8 week commitment. It showcases Read More …

Princess Commemorates Construction Milestone

Princess Cruises, renowned for creating unforgettable vacations, reached a significant milestone today. Their second Sphere-Class ship, Star Princess, was successfully floated out at the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy. This means she’s now ready to embark on the next phase of Read More …

Beyond Cruising: Costa Rica Hotel Unveils New Design

Carbon-neutral Hotel Belmar in Costa Rica has unveiled its thoughtful room renovations completed this summer. The redesigned rooms harmonize the property’s focus on its unique natural setting while providing guests with the modern comforts they desire. Local designers with Costa Rica’s NAAS Interior Read More …

My Viking Journey: Itinerary Disrupted, And We’re OK With That

NOTE: This post was originally published in 2013 but the information is timely as the topic of “itinerary modifications” gets heated. One of the best parts of any cruise experience is knowing that we travel from place to place in Read More …

Ama Delivers Portugal To Spanish Travelers

As the cruise market for Spanish-speaking travelers continues to grow, AmaWaterways adds more opportunities to meet the demand for these popular sailings. AmaWaterways, known for its Latin Touch cruises dedicated to Spanish-speaking travelers, is adding the popular Enticing Douro itinerary to its Latin Touch Read More …

Costa Summer Deal Brings Balcony Discount

Costa Cruises is offering a special “Always Summer” deal for select winter 2024 through spring 2025 cruises to the Mediterranean and United Arab Emirates. Guests can enjoy a balcony cabin for the price of an ocean view cabin when booking Read More …

Wild Airline Passengers Rack Up Record Fines

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued over $20 million in fines to unruly passengers since the pandemic began in 2020. This represents a significant increase from pre-pandemic levels, when fines were less than $400,000 in 2019. The highest annual Read More …

Save $$: Windstar Savings For Fall Travel

For travelers seeking spontaneity and adventure this fall, Windstar Cruises, leader in small ship luxury cruising, is sharing its top sailing destinations and savings to take advantage of for the new season. Whether it’s a vacation to chase the warmth of Read More …

Holland America Offers: Sample a Grand Voyage

 Holland America Line, a leader in destination-rich longer voyages, is inviting cruisers to sample one of its most prolific cruise categories by booking a segment of either the 2025 Grand World Voyage or 2025 Grand Voyage: Pole to Pole, for Read More …