The Carnival Cruise Line welcomed a new ship, the Carnival Luminosa, in the fall of 2022. This 2,260-passenger vessel was formerly known as Costa Luminosa, owned by Carnival Corporation’s Costa Cruises brand. Before its debut under a new name and design, it underwent a significant renovation. The ship was initially constructed at the Fincantieri shipyard […]
St. Martin is divided into a Dutch side, known as St. Maarten, and a French side St.Martin.It is possible to move between the two sides without a passport, but they operate under distinct governance. Throughout the guide, St Maarten will be referenced as it is where the cruise port is located. Philipsburg, located on the
Royal Caribbean has announced the launch of a new adults-only retreat called Hideaway Beach, located in The Bahamas at Perfect Day at CocoCay. The beach is set to open in January 2024, coinciding with the debut of the Icon of the Seas. Hideaway Beach features a private beach and pools, as well as new bars
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The captain of Mein Schiff 4, operated by TUI Cruises, is under investigation for allegedly navigating through a restricted area in the Fehmarn Belt, a waterway that separates Fehmarn Island from the Danish Lolland Island.This incident could lead to serious repercussions, including criminal charges of negligence against the captain and the ship’s first officer. Although
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The Disney Treasure is the second of Disney Cruises’ largest Wish-class vessels that can accommodate 4,000 passengers. It will be a companion to the Disney Wish, which was launched in 2022. The ship is inspired by Walt Disney’s passion for exploration and will offer an adventure-themed experience that highlights some of the company’s most iconic
When going on a family vacation with kids, it can be a fulfilling experience, but packing for it can be overwhelming. Deciding what to bring along for the little ones can be a challenge, as you may be unsure of what they will need. You might ask yourself questions like, “Do I really need to
P&O Cruises is offering double onboard spending money for all new Select Price holidays that depart before December 31, 2024, regardless of the destination. This offer is available for bookings made before October 2, 2023. Guests can use this extra spending money for a variety of onboard activities, such as dining at specialty restaurants, spa
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Celebrity Cruises has decided to reschedule the drydock of its Celebrity Apex ship that was originally planned for 2024. The company aims to provide safe and award-winning vacation experiences to its guests, and in accordance with global safety guidelines, the drydock or routine inspection will now take place in 2025. As a result, several sailings
On Carnival Horizon, Celebration, or Sunrise, you can now participate in sustainability efforts firsthand with ecoTote’s reusable liquor bottles. These bottles will be used to serve Bacardi rum, which is a popular drink on cruise ships. The unique EcoSPIRITS reusable glass packaging will be tested for three months in select bars on the three ships.
Celebrity Cruises has decided to cancel the 2024-2025 South America sailing season for Celebrity Equinox due to the deployment changes and the relocation of more ships to Florida homeports for Caribbean itineraries. The ship will now be based from Port Canaveral, offering a variety of tropical cruise vacations from the busiest cruise port in the
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