Okay Disney fans. You can breathe a sigh of relief because the waiting is over. Disney Cruise Line just released the name of their newest and fifth ship during the annual D23 Expo in Anaheim, California. It’s the Disney Wish! Also revealed was the first peek at the ship’s elegant, three-story atrium plus the name […] Read more…
I’m not sure for whom this new Perfect Day at CocoCay itinerary will benefit: Royal Caribbean’s coffers or their passengers’ affinity for another beach day. Either way, it’s likely to be a win-win. Perfect Day at CocoCay Encore Royal Caribbean just announced that they’ll add over 40 cruises that include two visits to their […] Read more…
You may not have heard of the Alaska Marine Highway System, but everyone in Alaska is well aware. So are most residents of the Pacific Northwest. I only learned about this nautical necessity a couple of years ago when I was researching how to get to Alaska without flying. Cruise Alaska’s Inside Passage like an […] Read more…
You’re going for it – you’ve finally booked your seven-night cruise, but you have no idea what you need to pack. Here’s what I suggest to pack for a cruise. What to pack for a seven-night cruise made easy Packing for a vacation can be a time-consuming experience. Unlike me, some people begin several days […] Read more…
Princess Cruises announced that their two newest ships, Sky Princess and Enchanted Princess, will have the first jazz club at sea, aptly named Take 5 Jazz Theater. Princess Cruises Take 5 Jazz Theater Details Guests will be able to listen to their favorite jazz sounds onboard the new Sky Princess and Enchanted Princess at Take […] Read more…
Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ship, Carnival Panorama, has successfully completed its sea trials in the Adriatic Sea. Carnival Panorama will hold its inaugural cruise from Long Beach, Calif. on Dec. 11, 2019. This will be the first new ship that Carnival has homeported on the west coast in 20 years. Currently in the final stages of […] Read more…
Carnival Faster to the Fun program explained in detail. For 2020, there will be a few price changes, including a price drop on two of their ships. Read more…
From Royal Caribbean’s recurring propulsion problem, to a clown fight and Carnival’s early boarding program costs, here’s your cruise news weekly update. Read more…
Another week, another round of cruise news. This week’s highlights range from MSC Cruises Ocean Cay new details to an actual brawl on a Lido deck over….wait for it…lounge chairs! Read more…
I’m not a stranger to small ship cruising but never in Alaska. Accommodating up to 76 passengers in 38 staterooms, this is truly a small ship. Also something new, this Alaskan Dream Cruises aboard Chichagof Dream would be my first “soft” expedition experience. Chichagof Dream on an Alaska Inside Passage Cruise Alaskan Dream Cruises is […] Read more…
Royal Caribbean’s fleet “Amplification” project continues. Next up is the 5,400 passenger Allure of the Seas refurbishment scheduled during a nearly-two month dry dock. Read more…
It’s been a long time since I packed for my first cruise. You’d think I packed for an around-the-world cruise rather than a 7-night Caribbean cruise. Read more…