Cruising has finally made its comeback after several years of uncertainty. According to Cruise Hive, cruise ships are back to full occupancy (over 100% in some cases), and 31.5 million passengers are expected to set sail this year, up 6% from the previous highs of 2019. This is a far cry from the past few …
Young professionals are the future of cruising. According to the Cruise Lines International Association’s annual report, 25 to 40-year-olds are the most enthusiastic demographic for both returning to cruises and trying cruising for the first time. While you’d expect more of a silver-haired crowd on a typical cruise, it’s still not a total shock that …
The MSC Meraviglia, one of the world’s biggest ships, has arrived in New York City for the launch of MSC Cruises’ new offering of year-round sailings from the city. The expansion into NYC is part of MSC’s plan to grow its share of the cruise market in North America. The docking makes New York the …
The oldest and most luxurious travel brand in the world, Orient Express, has announced its move into the cruise industry with the unveiling of the world’s largest sailing ship. Named the Orient Express Silvenseas, this iconic European brand, which was credited for starting the age of luxury trains and grand hotels 140 years ago, will …
In what has been called “a miracle” by the U.S. Coast Guard, a man who fell off a cruise ship in the Gulf of Mexico on Thursday has been rescued after being alone at sea for more than 15 hours. The man was a passenger on Carnival Valor, which set sail from New Orleans on …
Without question, the entire travel industry was hit hard throughout the pandemic. However, one business was dealt a noticeably more significant blow than many others — cruising. Now that much of the world has reopened and countries are welcoming cruise ships again, cruising is set to come back with a vengeance. Cruises offer incredible value …
Ritz-Carlton’s new luxury superyacht Evrima has finally set sail after 32 months of delay. Initially scheduled to launch in February 2020, the 298-passenger ship departed from Barcelona on Saturday for a 7-day cruise to Nice. Stops on the ship’s maiden voyage include Palma de Mallorca, Saint-Tropez, and Antibes. Suites aboard the new floating Ritz-Carlton start …
Celebrity Cruises is back better than ever, with nine cruise ships being deployed in the Caribbean for the winter season. Their new itineraries offer four-night sailings departing from Miami and longer cruises at sea for seven to eleven nights with luxurious stops in destinations like Aruba, Grand Cayman, St. Thomas, and Cozumel. The newest 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 …
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 word cruise often paints a picture of vast ocean ships surrounded by endless blue ocean, all-inclusive dining, and endless onboard activities. Often, these cruises come with a hefty price tag. But did you know you can take an extended river cruise in the U.S., with similar amenities and perks, without ever leaving the country? …
Let me be the first to say WELCOME to Mazatlán! It’s so fantastic that your cruise is going to stop here, because Mazatlán really does live up to its nickname of being the ‘Pearl of the Pacific’. Funny enough, Mazatlán is still relatively unknown to many travellers, which makes it more of an authentic and …