False Alarm Bookends a “Fun” Summer for Carnival
On September 6th, Carnival Mardi Gras experienced a brief moment of confusion when a false alarm was triggered on board. Passengers were briefly alerted to
Carnival Increases Daily Gratuity Charges…Again
Carnival Cruise Line has announced an increase in its daily gratuities, effective December 2024. The increase marks the first adjustment to the cruise line’s gratuity
Would You Sail From Mobile to Seattle?
The 16-day Carnival Spirit cruise from Mobile, Alabama, to Seattle, Washington, is a unique repositioning cruise that offers an adventurous journey along the Pacific
Disney Unveils Imagination Garden Details
Disney Cruise Line’s upcoming ship, the Disney Adventure, set to debut in 2025 from Singapore, will feature a unique and immersive space called the “Imagination
August 30th is Now “Jimmy Buffet Day”
In observance of National Jimmy Buffet Day, all Margaritaville properties will participate in a brand-wide Day of Service over the upcoming Labor Day Weekend. As
Princess Cruises Kicks the Tires With NASCAR
Disney Cruise Line has finalized the purchase of an unfinished cruise ship from, now-defunct, Genting Hong Kong Cruise Line. Global Dream was an ambitious project
Royal Caribbean to go “smaller” with Discovery Class
Royal Caribbean has announced plans for a new class of cruise ships known as the “Discovery Class,” which will feature smaller, more intimate vessels compared
Oh Villa Vie, Where Art Thee
The launch of Villa Vie Odyssey has been marked by multiple delays, causing considerable frustration among passengers. Initially, the departure was scheduled for May 15,
6/17/24 Champagne for Teachers, Seuss Xmas in July, Wanna Name a Moose?
This move follows a trend as the company has previously repurposed three Costa Cruise Line ships to join the CCL brand giving birth to the
6/5/24 More Delays for Residence at Sea, Australia P&O No Mo, Juneu Limits Passengers
P&O Austrailia, a subsidiary of Carnival Corporation, will be folding its brand after over 90 years as the company shuts down and gets absorbed by
12/4/23 From the Bridge-Cruise News
Four Seasons, a legendary band in luxury accommodations, is throwing its hat into the ocean. On November 29th the steel was cut for the inaugural
MSC is Looking to Break More Records
MSC Cruises partners up with the Guinness book of world records In a recent press release, MSC announced a new partnership with Guinness World Records.
Cruise Line Looking for New Caribbean Artists
Royal Caribbean is doing something a little different in the way of its art program with its newest ship Icon of the seas. The cruise
So You Want to Start a Cruise Line
So you want to start a cruise line Seatradecruise.com is hosting a yearly trade show called Seatrade global, which kicks off on Sunday, March 26th,
More Obstacles for Royal Beach Club in Nassau
Concerns over the current plans that Royal Caribbean has to build a beach club resort on Paradise Island have been coming to a head lately
Magician Attacked by Passenger on Cruise Ship
When I say the name Ben Murphy, what does that mean to you? If you haven’t seen his act, or his Australian tv show, I
Man Overboard- How Likely are You to Fall off a Cruise Ship?
Man Overboard- How Likely are You to Fall off a Cruise Ship? When you consider the number of cruise ships that are at sea at
Brand New Ship Shortens Sailing Due to Engine Problems
It seems they don’t make em like they used to. After entering service just over a month ago, MSC Seaside has changed its most recent
Major Cruiseline to Introduce Starlink Internet Fleetwide
In a statement made earlier today, Carnival Corporation announced that they will be introducing SpaceX’s Starlink fleetwide- which will provide a next-generation internet connectivity experience
MSC and NBA Franchise Partner Up
MSC Cruises is now the official cruise line of the New York Knicks. The cruise line and storied NBA franchise have reached an agreement that
Norwegian Announces a $500m Public Offering
On the heels of Royal Caribbean restructuring some of its financial commitments with its lender, we are now seeing Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings announce a
Man Faces Sexual Assault Charges on Cruise Ship
Daniel Farias, 45 of Bloomington Minnesota was indicted on abusive sexual conduct charges stemming from an incident onboard Celebrity Summit in August of 2022. According
One Cruise Line Gives a Fleetwide Pay Raise
In, what you could call, a VERY savvy move, AIDA Cruises announced that the company will give a 5 percent increase to all crew members.
New Year, New Cuts in the Entertainment Department
Norwegian has canceled the production show “Kinky Boots” onboard the Norwegian Encore. After already cutting a significant percentage of housekeeping and shoreside employees, the company
Royal Caribbean ‘Buys’ Some More Time
Royal Caribbean group has two unsecured loans that were recently extended. Of the $3 billion that is still on the books, lenders granted an extension
Booked on the Breakaway- “Another One”
Holland America is making some changes to its very popular entertainment lineup starting this year. The cruise line, very much known for its music, will
Big Changes to Popular Music Line-up on Holland America
Holland America is making some changes to its very popular entertainment lineup starting this year. The cruise line, very much known for its music, will
Cruise line Brings Back Popular Behind-the-Scenes Tour
“Behind the Fun,” a very popular behind-the-scenes tour on Carnival cruise ships is making a triumphant return in February. Brand Ambassador John Heald broke the
American Company Wins $400m Suit from 4 Major Cruise Lines
Four Florida-based cruise lines have been ordered to pay over $400 million in damages to an American company for “trafficking in stolen property” in Cuba,
British Cruise Line and Dating App Partner Up for Love Over 50
Like their prospective clients, this new partnership is a match made in heaven. In one corner: The embattled Ambassador cruise line. The British upstart with
It’s World Cruise Season!
Its World Cruise Season! We’ve all heard about these “world cruises” and as cruise fans, who hasn’t thought of hopping on board and taking a
Carnival China Cruise Shipping Company Staffs Up
The China State Shipbuilding Corporation and Carnival Corporation have teamed up on a venture they are calling Carnival China Cruise Shipping (CSSC). The recent naming
Deal Extends Live Hockey @Sea Though 2025
Cruising fans of hockey rejoice everywhere! The NHL and broadcast company Sport 24 have agreed to continue its coverage of hockey through 2025. Sport 24
Gratuity Ambiguity- It’s Not “Just the Tip”!!!
At this point is so commonplace for these cruise lines to design policy based on the actions of their competitors, that their next upcharges and
An Evening at Izumi on RCCL Explorer OTS
Since I had just gotten off of a non stop, action filled, 8 day party cruise on Allure of the Seas, I wanted to strip
St. Lucia
St. Lucia is an island country located in the Caribbean- less than 4 hours by plane, from Miami. It is also part of the British
Antigua
Antigua is located in the independent nation of Antigua and Barbuda, within the Commonwealth of Nations, and is about 1k miles east of Jamaica. What is
Norwegian Launches “Experiences at Sea”
Norwegian Launches “Experiences at Sea” A new division of Norwegian Cruise Line, in partnership with its subsidiary “Sixth Man,” will launch a new initiative of
San Juan
San Juan is the capital city of Puerto Rico, an unincorporated territory of the United States of America. Its name in English means “rich port
Aruba (One Happy Island)
Aruba is a Southern Caribbean constituent country of The Kingdom of the Netherlands. As part of the ABC islands (along with Bonaire and Curacao), Aruba
A Definitive Guide to Solo Cruising
Let’s begin by stating the obvious. There is going to be a good time to be had on any cruise line, as long as you
Celebration Finishes Its First Batch of Beer
As we all know by now, Carnival Cruise Line has taken a very proactive approach when it comes to hops and barley. When you start
Solo Cruising
Definitive Guide to Solo Cruising As you will hear repeatedly in this article, there is going to be a good time to be had on
Bermuda
Location: Bermuda, a self-governing British overseas territory in the western North AtlanticOcean. It is situated about 650 miles (1,050 km) east of Cape Hatteras (North
Nassau
Nassau (on New Providence) is the largest city and capital of the Bahamas. In addition to being the tourism epicenter, Nassau is the Bahama’s center
St. Thomas
This United States Virgin Island happens to be one of the most popular and most visited ports on the planet. A thriving and bustling city,
Norwegian Relaxes More Restrictions
As we continue down this long road of slowly phasing out each and every protocol, another great leap has been taken on our road to
Grand Turk Closes for Cruises Until Further Notice
Due to significant damage to the cruise pier structure sustained from Hurricane Fiona, Carnival Cruise Line has announced that ships will be unable to call
Virgin Voyages Aims to Host Awards Ceremony and Party Cruise for “First Mates”
Who wants a free cruise? Well if you’ve been a good “first mate”(Virgin Voyages speak for what we call travel agents) you just might get
Princess Cruises Kicks the Tires With NASCAR
Princess Cruises Kicks the Tires With NASCAR On Tuesday, August 16th, Princess Cruises announced the details of a major partnership between the cruise line and
Bar Harbor Maine Puts a Monthly Cap on Cruisers
The townspeople have spoken! In a move that the town council is calling “a clear message from the public,” local officials have approved an agreement
Princess Cruises Kicks the Tires With NASCAR
Princess Cruises Kicks the Tires With NASCAR On Tuesday, August 16th, Princess Cruises announced the details of a major partnership between the cruise line and
Utopia Of The Seas Keel Laying
The Laying of the Keel for RCCL’s Utopia of the Seas The evolution of a cruise ship coming into existence is full of milestones. As
Guys Burger
Funderstruck Isn’t Just a Marketing Campaign Its also a BURGER. It wasn’t always a mandatory part of a Carnival Cruise, but over the past 5
Carnival Magic
Trouble In Paradise- A Brawl on Carnival Magic What happens on vacation stays on vacation, expect if it’s a threesome. At approximately 2am on board
Saint Martin/Sint Maartin
Historic Island that it is the smallest body of land that is shared by two nations. The Dutch Sint Maartin covers approximately 13 square miles
Cozumel Mexico
Cozumel Mexico sits on Mexico’s famous Yukatan Peninsula. A truly unique destination that offers everything you’d want from the rich history and culture from Mexico,
Cruise Ship Security
Security on Board Cruise Ships I could only imagine the number of moving parts that must come along with trying to run a cruise ship,
After Several Failed Attempts
After Several Failed Attempts, Heavyset Drunken Cruiser Goes Full Time into Cruise Content “7th times a charm, no?” Said cruise podcaster Tommy Casabona. Mr. Casabona