A glass of wine can be a smooth and flavorful accompaniment to dinner, and many cruisers enjoy bringing bottles of their own favorite vintages onboard. But are cruise line limits too strict? One Carnival guest recently shared their frustrations over the cruise line’s one-bottle-per-guest policy. The unhappy guest reached out to Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand
Oceania Cruises is putting a new spin on a traditional world cruise itinerary in 2027, offering a standard 180-day exploration but adding an even longer option, a 244-day Epic Global Adventure cruise — the longest ever operated by the upmarket line, as well as a shorter, 127-day Continental Explorer segment. The cruises will be held
Cruising as a kid is easy – as your parents or guardians are in charge of planning, paying, and tipping. Sailing as an adult, however, is a whole different ball game – especially when it’s your first time. One 22-year-old who is preparing to embark on her first Carnival cruise since reaching the legal drinking
While there is no shortage of dining venues onboard Carnival’s cruise ships, sometimes it’s nice to take a break from the crowds and enjoy a meal in the peace and quiet of your cruise cabin. One of the benefits of cruising with Carnival Cruise Line is that you can bring snacks or meals from the
Could you imagine booking a cruise to celebrate your birthday — only to realize that it is a dedicated spring break party cruise filled with college students? This was the unfortunate reality for one cruise goer who is currently on a 4-night round-trip, departing from Fort Lauderdale on March 10 to Key West and Nassau,
Royal Caribbean has released new cruise itineraries in Asia with spectacular options onboard Spectrum of the Seas in 2026 and 2027. With voyages from 2-9 nights, guests will appreciate more diverse ports of call along with longer and more immersive stays that really give travelers a chance to explore the best of Asia. Sailings will
As major cruise lines are making shorter Caribbean getaways a priority (think Royal Caribbean, which created one of the world’s biggest vessels just for 3- and 4-day voyages), Sir Richard Branson’s cruise line looks to be following suit. Although no official announcement has been made, eagle-eyed passengers – or Sailors – have spotted Virgin Voyages
March 11, 2025 marks a great day for Carnival Cruise Line – their 53rd birthday! While it hasn’t always been smooth sailing for the world’s most popular cruise line, that they’ve withstood a wide range of challenges is a great testament to the wonderful vacations they offer. Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand Ambassador, John Heald, marked
The casual all-you-can-eat dining option is a popular choice among cruisers, but how should the service be handled? Some cruise lines feature individual stations with crew members serving out portions, while others are self-service with guests dishing up their own meals. Carnival Cruise Line’s Lido Marketplace buffet – a mainstay offering on every ship in
For the second time this year, a Princess Cruises’ ship joined the long list of vessels impacted by gastrointestinal outbreaks that began at the start of the winter cruising season in late 2024. Coral Princess experienced an onboard spread of the bug during her 16-night “Panama Canal Ocean to Ocean” voyage that departed Los Angeles
On Sunday, March 2, 2025, one recent Royal Caribbean passenger made a confession: She had forgotten her own suitcase in Florida’s PortMiami. In the hustle and bustle of disembarkation, it had slipped the cruiser’s mind that she had checked her carry-on bag. Usually, she only checks her big suitcase, so it was also a break
On February 26, 2025 while docked at Tortola, British Virgin Islands, the 4,200-passenger Norwegian Epic emitted a plume of white smoke that raised concerns among local authorities. This prompted the Environmental Health Division (EHD) to conduct an evaluation of the emissions to ensure no harmful chemicals were being released. According to a statement issued by
