Bourbon enthusiasts embarking on their next Holland America Line cruise are in for a unique treat. The cruise line's beverage program has unveiled an exclusive partnership with Buffalo Trace Distillery, the oldest continuously operating distillery in the United States, to introduce a single barrel select bourbon that promises a one-of-a-kind…

Princess Cruises has officially taken delivery of their latest vessel, the Sun Princess, a groundbreaking ship designed exclusively for the Princess brand by Fincantieri. The Sun Princess, weighing in at 175,500 tons and capable of hosting 4,300 guests, is hailed as the most opulent and spectacular Love Boat to date,…

After much speculation, Carnival Corporation has just dropped anchor on some news many have been expecting. They've inked a deal with the renowned shipbuilders at Meyer Werft to bring a brand-new Excel-class cruise ship into the Carnival Cruise Line family, arriving in Spring 2027. This addition marks the 10th Excel-class…

Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Vista is back and better than ever, after a 30-day dry dock makeover! Get ready for a wave of excitement as this floating haven sets sail once again from its homeport of Port Canaveral, Florida, boasting new features and refreshed spaces designed to make your vacation…

Get ready to dust off your bell-bottoms and practice your finger points, because the iconic Love Boat is setting sail once more! This time, Princess Cruises is reuniting some of the original show's beloved cast members for a themed cruise aboard the luxurious Enchanted Princess. Set your course for adventure…

It's Day 4 for my guest blogger, John, who's on his final day of this Western Caribbean Cruise on the Carnival Paradise.  If you've been following along, this is John's first Carnival cruise and in his Day 1 report he wasn't sold on sailing with them again.  You're going to…

For Day 3 of the Carnival Paradise 4-day Western Caribbean cruise, guest blogger John shares his experiences stopping in Cozumel - the only port of call during this cruise.  From what he says, the day was packed with adventure and discovery, from exploring local shops and savoring unique culinary delights…

We're taking a short cruise on the Carnival Paradise with guest blogger, John, who agreed to brief us on what it's like during his 4-day Western Caribbean cruise where there is just a single post-of-call, Cozumel, Mexico.  As a "loyal to Royal" cruiser, this is John's first trip on a…

Ahoy, fellow cruisers! Let's talk about the Carnival Paradise, a ship that’s been part of the Carnival Cruise Line fleet since its debut in 1998 making her and the Carnival Fantasy the line's two oldest ships. Despite her age, she's full of nostalgic charm and semi-modern amenities.  From an array…

The Carnival Celebration is not just any cruise ship; it's like a party on the seas that's been 50 years in the making! Imagine stepping onto a ship that's basically a love letter to Carnival Cruise Line's wild, fun-filled journey through the decades. This isn't just about cruising (though there's…