Family fun will take center stage aboard MSC Cruises’ ships in summer 2025, when a slew of new activities, including game shows, dance events, parties, and parades will be introduced to the line’s fleet. The new line-up of activities caters to all age groups, from youngsters to teens and adults. The line’s “Doremiland” — the
As Cruise Hive reports recording-breaking passenger arrivals taking place in cities around the world and frequent appearances of new mega-sized cruise ships, 2025’s financial outlook for one cruise company took a dip in the first quarter. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, the giant that operates Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, has
It can be nerve-wracking for cruisers to be sure they have the right travel documents before setting sail, and the approaching Real ID deadline for US travelers is adding even more concern. If guests on upcoming cruises do not have a Real ID, will they still be able to board their ships? The biggest concern
Princess Cruises has just joined a growing list of cruise lines offering world cruises in 2027. The newly announced 129-night cruise will call on 55 ports across 20 countries, giving passengers the opportunity to experience the Americas, Asia, and Australia. This itinerary will be taking place aboard the 2,000-passenger Coral Princess, which will be a
Let’s talk dirty – dirty clothes, that is. Some cruisers don’t mind bringing home a bag full of dirty clothes at the end of their cruise vacation. Others prefer to wash their clothes onboard the ship and travel home without needing to do chores immediately. Cruise lines typically offer laundry services for a fee, though
A raft of new entertainment and enrichment programs is set to debut across the fleet of Oceania Cruises, the upscale boutique line known for its culinary offerings and destination-focused itineraries. One new event calls for guests to put on their best blue outfit for The Blue Horizons Party, which will be held on every voyage
There are many delicious treats onboard a Carnival cruise ship, and one of the most popular is the never-ending sweetness of self-serve ice cream or frozen yogurt. Want a cone by the pool? No problem. How about a dish as a second dessert? You got it. Craft your own float with a glass of soda?
Seabourn, a cruise line focused on ultra-luxury experiences, just announced a new world cruise to kick off the 2027 cruising season. This 145-night cruise will be taking place aboard the 458-passenger Seabourn Quest and will visit 67 destinations in 19 countries. “We invite travelers to embark on our 2027 World Cruise and discover the most
Whether it’s an outstanding cruise vacation or a career dedicated to providing those outstanding cruise vacations, all good things must eventually end. For one popular Carnival cruise director, that end has come after nine years aboard various Fun Ships. Jake Miller has announced his retirement from Carnival Cruise Line with an emotional post on social
The ongoing suspension of port calls to Labadee, Royal Caribbean’s private destination on the north coast of Haiti, continues to frustrate guests booked to sail on ships that were to visit the tropical paradise, including the world’s largest ship, Icon of the Seas. The cruise line in mid-April 2025 reinstated its cancellation of calls to
One of the main reasons people like to take cruise vacations is for rest and relaxation. So, why is it so hard for so many to get a good night of sleep? For one current cruise guest who is sailing onboard Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas, the sleepless nights can be attributed to thin
Loyalty can create big benefits for cruise travelers, with cruise line loyalty programs offering highly coveted perks for their most frequent guests. It is important to remember, however, that some of those most desirable benefits cannot typically be shared. Carnival Cruise Line has one of the most desirable loyalty benefits with its priority boarding perk.
