The voters of the Cayman Islands have spoken – and cruise fans may not like their verdict. Following an intense effort from the Association for Advancement of Cruise Tourism (ACT) in Grand Cayman to get a cruise infrastructure expansion project on the ballot in 2025, the proposal has ultimately been rejected. The election was held
It’s time to check in with Cruise Hive’s weekly news update, your best bet to stay on top of the big developments across the cruise industry. This week we have coverage of the Port of Vancouver, Norwegian Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Royal Caribbean, and Carnival Cruise Line. Make sure you stay well informed by
Alaska is more than just Juneau and Nome. The state has more than a dozen cruise ports that you could potentially visit during an Alaskan cruise (beyond stops outside of Alaska, like Vancouver and Seattle), and each port has its own distinct character. Learn which cruise lines visit each port, and what to expect at
While food is plentiful on cruise ships, sometimes guests crave a little bit of a crunchy snack between mealtimes – especially young children. Pizza and ice cream aren’t exactly right, but a few bites of cereal can be perfect. One Carnival Cruise Line guest, however, is very upset that an easy grab-and-go cereal snack isn’t
Carnival’s cruise ships are known as the Fun Ships for a reason. No matter who you are, there is likely something exciting going on that appeals to you at all hours of the day. But sometimes, the Fun Squad’s packed roster of entertainment isn’t enough – especially for guests who have specific hobbies or unique
When taking a Carnival shore excursion to Blue Lagoon Island in the Bahamas, the rules are simple: No wristband means no entry. However, one stubborn cruise guest who didn’t possess this accessory wasn’t taking no for an answer until she was forcibly removed by security. Over Easter weekend, Carnival Glory was making a routine call
It’s rare that a day goes by without multiple cruise ships docked in the capital of the Bahamas, but visitors to Nassau will need to be cautious in the next few days in the aftermath of a massive, devastating fire. According to the Nassau Guardian, the blaze broke out shortly before 9 p.m. on Thursday,
Every cruise guest knows the excitement of those last few hours before embarkation, or even the last few minutes as you arrive at the cruise terminal and see your ship ready and waiting. But what if those few minutes have to last a few minutes longer and you aren’t able to board at the planned
On May 1, 2025, Carnival Cruise Line celebrated its 15-year anniversary sailing out of the Port of Seattle. To ring in this momentous occasion, a party was held on the 2,260-passenger Carnival Luminosa as it arrived at the port ahead of the 2025 Alaska cruise season. This event showcased how Carnival has formed strong ties
Vancouver’s Canada Place cruise terminal may have welcomed its first ship of 2025 on March 5, but the port is bracing itself for a surge of passengers that will begin disembarking from major cruise ships between May and September. As the Alaska cruise season begins, the Port of Vancouver anticipates more than 1.2 million passengers will arrive
Dinner can be a phenomenal experience onboard a cruise ship. Not only is it a chance to try delicious new dishes and enjoy friendly, attentive service, but it’s also a great opportunity to meet other travelers and enjoy spectacular sea views – depending on where you are seated. But how can guests find out where
Royal Caribbean has been shifting its focus to providing more weekend escapes for its Caribbean cruisers. Now, the cruise line has announced it will be creating more short itineraries for its Australian passengers. Revealing its full lineup for the 2026-27 season in Australia, Royal Caribbean is bringing back its Quantum of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas to Brisbane and
