Tropical Cyclone Alfred is wreaking havoc along the eastern coast of Australia, and it’s starting to impact cruise traffic. The Category 2 storm, has forced the cancellation of sailings for two cruise ships, disrupting travel plans for at least...
Read MoreThe Italian-owned line’s new flagship, MSC World America, has successfully finished sea trials in the Atlantic Ocean and is now entering the final phase of preparation before its debut in April. The LNG-powered ship will homeport in MSC Cruises’...
Read MoreSide-by-side cruising is a term I hadn’t heard of until very recently. A side-by-side cruise is when a traveller books two separate cruises on different ships. Usually, these ships sail from the same port, one after the other. I...
Read MoreSharing is caring! Are you planning a cruise with the ladies? Cruising is so popular these days, and it’s really the ideal girls trip! After all, it’s the perfect blend of fun and relaxation. However, rooming with your girlfriends...
Read MoreThe mayor of Nice, who signed an order to ban large cruise ships last month, has had a change of heart. Following opposition from local businesses and discussions with city officials, Mayor Christian Estrosi has backtracked and is set...
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I always thought that all Greek salads were created equal. Our Athens-to-Athens Greek Isles trip aboard Wind Spirit this summer proved me wrong. I’d never traveled to Greece, considered Europe’s cradle. I’d ask friends about their trips there and...
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Comic-Con: The Cruise Vol. 2 will set sail in 2026 and celebrate the 25th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. This newest Comic-Con cruise will depart...
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I had no idea what to expect as I walked up the gangway of the Global Mercy, a floating hospital ship docked in Sierra Leone. I’ve spent a lot of time on ships in the past, but this experience...
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Sharing is caring! Cruise vacations offer unlimited food, relaxation, and endless entertainment. However, for some cruise passengers, they also present an irresistible temptation to take home a few extra “souvenirs.” From plush bathrobes to branded glassware, it’s easy to...
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A maritime attorney is calling out Royal Caribbean after its massive cruise ship, Symphony of the Seas, barely passed a recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) sanitation inspection. The ship scored 86—just one point above the failing...
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