Are you planning a cruise in 2023? These three popular cruise lines have big changes coming in 2023, including price increases and service changes. Cruises have been making a comeback after being hit hard in 2020. More travelers than ever before are booking cruises, drawn in by affordable prices and the promise of a hassle-free …
Cruise vacations are making an incredible post-pandemic recovery and are becoming more and more popular with travelers. The influx of new ships, new destinations, and new ports means more cruisers and, with that, inevitably, more mishaps. It is always important to be prepared for anything, especially when traveling, but do you know what to do …
Cruise travel is on the rise in 2023. Despite being forced to halt operations in 2020 because of government restrictions, cruise travel is back to normal now, and it’s poised to continue growing in 2023. Many cruise lines have dropped all travel restrictions, including vaccine, testing, and mask requirements, and returned to normal operations. Cruises …
Which cruise lines have dropped COVID-related travel restrictions? Here’s everything you need to know about which cruise lines have dropped vaccine mandates and pre-cruise testing requirements (and which ones still have rules in place.) According to recent research from Squaremouth, 65% of cruise travelers said they aren’t concerned about COVID anymore. With many countries dropping …
Royal Caribbean just revealed the details of the newest member of its fleet, Icon of the Seas, and it’s unlike any cruise ship at sea. When it launches in January 2024, Icon of the Seas will become the largest cruise ship in the world, surpassing Wonder of the Seas, another one of Royal Caribbean’s ships …
In a return to normalcy, Norwegian Cruise Line has dropped all travel restrictions effective October 5, 2022. This means that guests on Norwegian cruises no longer have to submit to COVID-19 testing, masking, or vaccination requirements. Norwegian is one of the first major cruise lines to do away with vaccination requirements and the first cruise …
MSC Cruises is expanding in the States and taking on major players in the industry. European-owned cruise line MSC Cruises announced this week that it will be adding one luxury liner to its major cruise ship hubs in the U.S. Under MSC’s updated plan, 5 ships in total will be operating out of Port Miami, …
CruiseCompete, an independent organization specializing in cruise services comparisons to help cruisers find the best deals, released their most recent CruiseTrends report. For this study, CruiseCompete considered over 25,000 cruise quotes requested by consumers in the United States and their most recent data. The analysis shares relevant information, especially for travelers interested in sailing in …
A series of several major cruise lines have recently made the decision to increase their gratuities fees over the past few months, making cruises even more expensive for travelers. The cruise industry in particular suffered greatly throughout the pandemic, with the CDC all but making it impossible for cruises to take place in the United …
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of the United States updated its website on Cruise Ship Guidance and announced the removal of the monitoring of the COVID-19 protocols for cruises in the country. The agency stated: “As of July 18, 2022, CDC’s COVID-19 Program for Cruise Ships is no longer in effect and …
With restrictions eased around the world, the pandemic might be all but over in the eyes of many travelers, but its lingering effects still have a hold on many aspects of the travel industry, particularly when it comes to cruises. Whilst many cruise lines have removed the requirement to wear masks on board, some cruise …
Brand New Luxury Cruise Operator, Explora Journeys, Enters The Industry In 2023 Explora Journeys—a new luxury cruise line by MSC, has released its itineraries for 2023 and 2024 as the cruise line launches worldwide. Their maiden vessel will visit 132 ports in 40 nations in its first year alone—including unique destinations such as Greece, Saint …