As Tropical Storm Flossie has now strengthened into an official Category 1 hurricane, both Carnival Panorama and Carnival Firenze have adjusted their itineraries to steer clear of the rough weather. While both ships are well away from the storm’s center and its projected track, the rough waves and strong winds generated by Hurricane Flossie can
Anyone who knows me is well aware that I basically live for my dogs, but I do NOT want them to cruise with me. Apparently, Carnival Cruise Line fans are inclined to agree with me. Occasionally, Carnival Brand Ambassador John Heald will conduct his own form of market research by polling his more than 600,000
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) boasts an array of ships within its fleet, including some of the most innovative and family-friendly cruise ships on the oceans today. At the moment, there are 20 NCL ships in the fleet, with Norwegian Aqua being the newest and Norwegian Spirit being the oldest. The fleet will expand even further
Cruise travelers with sailings to Honduras in the coming months may need to present proof of a measles vaccination or they could be denied the opportunity to visit the Central American nation. The US Embassy in Honduras has issued a notification of the requirement, which specifically includes the language of “by sea” that could indicate
Soda brands can inspire intense loyalty, so much so that which brand is available onboard a cruise ship can be of great concern to some travelers. For Carnival cruisers, Pepsi has been the onboard option since January 2020. Coca-Cola lovers can soon rejoice, however, as Carnival Cruise Line has now announced it will be switching
With Tropical Storm Flossie now churning away in the eastern Pacific Ocean on track toward the Baja Peninsula, Carnival Cruise Line has alerted guests aboard Carnival Panorama about the possibility of itinerary changes. To be clear, there are no changes for the ship at the moment. Carnival Panorama is currently sailing a 6-night Mexican Riviera
On June 29, 2025, a glass panel on the roof of the Solarium on the 228,081-gross-ton Symphony of the Seas suddenly shattered without warning. The ship was getting ready to dock in Port Canaveral, Florida, when guests heard a loud popping noise that turned out to be glass breaking nearby. The panel that shattered was
If you’re cruising to Mexico within the next week, you’ll want to keep an eye out for weather-related updates from your cruise line. As of Sunday, June 29, 2025, Tropical Storm Flossie has been developing off Mexico’s southwest coast, around 225 miles south of Acapulco. But as the storm strengthens, it may impact cruise ships
What could have been a very tragic situation was quickly averted after a young girl fell overboard from Disney Dream and her father jumped in to save her on Sunday, June 29, 2025. Guests onboard heard the “M.O.B. port side!” call [man overboard] over the ship’s public address system, alerting crew members to the emergency.
A transatlantic cruise can be a once-in-a-lifetime, bucket list sailing for many travelers, but guests looking forward to their crossing in November aboard MSC Cruises’ MSC Lirica are now disappointed. While no firm reason other than operational adjustment has been given, MSC Lirica‘s November 7, 2025 departure from Venice, Italy has been cancelled. The 21-night
With the grand opening of Celebration Key less than a month away, Carnival Cruise Line guests are excited to learn what they can expect when they visit the new Bahamas destination. The cruise line has teased a wide range of details, from the centerpiece that is the 10-story Suncastle to the Starfish Lagoon and Calypso
I’m not a parent yet, but one thing my friends who are parents will never leave the house without is their foldable wagon or stroller. On multiple occasions, I’ve seen these wagons serve as essential storage and as an invaluable lifeline when their little ones get tired of walking. But with some conflicting information available
