In a recent flurry of online discussions, Carnival Cruise Line guests feared their beloved coffee to-go was being tossed by the cruise line. A post circulating on social media suggested that Carnival is planning to eliminate to-go coffee cups in favor of mandatory sit-down consumption at its JavaBlue Café aboard its ships. In a panicked
On March 26, 2025, Princess Cruises announced a diverse range of itineraries for the winter 2026-2027 season in Southeast Asia. This is the second time the cruise line has extended its schedule in the region, having been originally extended from fall of 2025 through winter of 2026. The only ship that sails for Princess Cruises
Have you ever felt a chill down your spine while cruising the open seas or thought you glimpsed a shadow flitting through your stateroom? You’re not alone. Recently, a Carnival Cruise Line guest reached out to its Brand Ambassador, John Heald, asking if he or the cruise line have any stories to share about onboard hauntings.
Already known for featuring an array of live entertainment to keep the fun in its Fun Ships, Carnival Cruise Line has announced it will feature even more shows in 2025. The Carnival LIVE Spotlight Series is getting expanded to showcase even more singers, including many recognizable faces and voices from popular reality TV shows like
Even ultra-luxury cruise lines are susceptible to the dreaded norovirus, the bug that causes gastrointestinal illness and has plagued multiple cruise ships in recent months. This time it’s Seabourn’s Seabourn Encore, an Odyssey-class ship that launched in 2016 and carries 600 guests and 450 crew members. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The world’s only active ocean liner, the Carnival-owned Queen Mary 2, is going to offer a once-in-a-lifetime perspective for one of the most historic moments in US history, the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026. The ship will join a landmark event in the Port of New York and New Jersey in partnership with
For the first time, Oceania Cruises will deploy its 1,250-guest Riviera to Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific for seasonal sailings beginning in November 2025. Oceania Cruises, a boutique luxury line operated by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, is widely known as a foodie cruise brand. The itineraries Down Under will strongly reflect its reputation
Many cruisers enjoy adult beverages on vacation, whether it’s a sailaway glass of champagne, a morning mimosa, a poolside afternoon margarita, a pre-dinner cocktail, or an evening nightcap. To help travelers budget and enjoy their favorite drinks without worry, many cruise lines offer all-inclusive drink packages for a per-day price. But what about when not
Anyone cruising with large ships is certainly familiar with dreaded wait times at elevators, especially on disembarkation day when guests are all leaving within a hectic couple of hours. One passenger wondered why ships don’t utilize escalators to help speed up the process and reached out to Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand Ambassador, John Heald. “Why are
All that glitters is gold, right? Well, for Carnival Cruise Line Very Important Fun Person (VIFP) Club Members, the status to aspire to is Diamond! These top tier members already benefit from numerous exclusive perks, but Carnival has just added a refreshed lunch menu that is only accessible at Diamond status. Brand ambassador John Heald
Cruise ships are famous for their round-the-clock food options, buffets, and gourmet dinners, but what is it exactly that passengers love the most? That’s the question Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand Ambassador, John Heald, asked recently on his popular social media page. More specifically, guests were allowed to pick their favorite specialty restaurant aboard the cruise line’s
Holland America Line’s Rotterdam has been having rough seas recently in more ways than one. On the current sailing, trouble with the mooring lines amid rough swells caused the ship to skip her anticipated visit to Port Limon, Costa Rica, and spend a day at sea instead. The ship was attempting to dock as planned
