When Carnival Cruise Line first announced in June that its long-running VIFP Club would be sunset in 2026 and replaced with the new Carnival Rewards program, it wasn’t exactly smooth sailing. The concept was clear: Carnival wanted a program that looked more like other travel loyalty systems, one that rewarded…
Disney Cruise Line has always prided itself on creating floating storybooks where magic, imagination, and memories come to life. Over the years, each ship in the fleet has brought something new to the table—from the classic Disney Magic and Disney Wonder to the newer and larger Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy,…
Carnival Cruise Line just rolled out something cruisers have been asking for over and over again—a true non-alcoholic drink package that goes way beyond just sodas. Say hello to CHEERS! Zero Proof, Carnival’s brand-new premium alcohol-free beverage package now available for $29.99 per day if purchased pre-cruise, $34.99 if purchased…
One of the best things about living in Florida is having cruise ships practically in your backyard. For those of us near the Palm Beaches or Tampa, it’s easy to wake up one morning and say, “I need a vacation,” and actually make it happen without hopping on a plane.…
One of the coolest things about cruising is that no two voyages are ever quite the same. Sure, the ship may sail the same itinerary week after week, but every so often, the whole vibe changes completely. That’s because cruise lines often charter their ships to private groups who buy…
If you’ve cruised with Holland America before, you already know the line has a reputation for great food. But now, they’re taking their dining game up a notch with a brand-new experience called Koningstafel, which literally translates to “King’s Table” in Dutch. This is a reimagined Holland America Chef’s Table…
There's plenty of news and talk about Royal Caribbean's newest ship that arrived at Port Canaveral this week. Star of the Seas, now holds the title of the "world's largest cruise ship," and those on preview cruises have been sharing their first impressions on social media ahead of the ship's…
If you’ve been waiting for Carnival Cruise Line to mix up its itineraries for its biggest ships, 2027 is going to be your year. Carnival just announced that cruises on the Mardi Gras will shift from their traditional week-long sailings to brand-new short cruises — the first time an Excel-class…
MSC Cruises has pulled the plug on sailings out of New York City after April 19, 2026. That’s when the MSC Meraviglia, which has been offering cruises to The Bahamas, Bermuda, and the Caribbean, will make its final departure from the Big Apple. The ship is set to sail to…
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) is undertaking a massive expansion of its private island, Great Stirrup Cay, in the Bahamas, the latest cruise line to enter the race to redefine the private island experience for its guests. With a multi-phase development plan, NCL is investing heavily to introduce new attractions, and…
