Carnival Cruise Line is testing a new dining concept onboard Carnival Vista, and if you’re someone who thinks dinner in the main dining room takes a little too long, this just might be the solution you’ve been waiting for. The new Express Dining option is currently in the testing…
Cruising is all about kicking back, exploring new places, and maybe treating yourself a little something special. But those onboard shops can be a sneaky trap for your wallet. I’ve seen enough cruise ship stores to know some purchases just aren’t worth it. Here’s my rundown of the top five…
When it comes to iconic ships, there are many that come to mind, whether for historical reasons such as the Queen Mary, or for being one of the world's largest and most attention grabbing such as Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas. The cruise line's Icon-class vessels have certainly raised…
In case you haven't noticed, the Port of Galveston is absolutely booming. This Gulf Coast port is quickly becoming a major hub for cruise lines, with more ships docking year-round to meet the skyrocketing demand for Texas-based sailings. Galveston has long been a departure point for western Caribbean getaways, but…
Cunard Line, known for its luxury ocean voyages and transatlantic crossings on the Queen Mary 2, has stirred the waters with a new policy: as of June 2025, room service now comes with a fee for guests in Britannia-grade staterooms after 10:00 a.m. This change, which puts Cunard in line…
Hey there, Texas! Get ready to set sail for The Bahamas. Yes, you can finally visit the Bahamas thanks to Carnival Jubilee’s brand-new 8-day Bahamas itinerary, launching in September 2026 from Galveston, Texas. These new cruises take you to two of Carnival's exclusive private islands along with a visit to…
Celebrity Cruises is getting ready to breathe new life into one of its most beloved classes of ships. Beginning with Celebrity Solstice in 2026, the cruise line is investing more than $250 million to modernize and reimagine its entire Solstice Series fleet. From redesigned accommodations and new dining concepts to…
As the calendar flips to June 1, the Atlantic hurricane season officially begins! This six-month period, running through November 30, is a time when tropical storms and hurricanes can form, potentially impacting cruise itineraries. However, with careful planning and an understanding of how cruise lines manage these conditions, you can…
For any type of travel, loyalty programs are a fantastic way to get additional perks to enhance your travel experience. Like airlines, rental car companies, and even railroads, cruise lines each have a loyalty program with different ways to earn points/status and a bunch of perks. The MSC Voyagers Club,…
Royal Caribbean’s second Icon Class cruise ship, Star of the Seas, is sailing one step closer to its grand debut by embarking on its sea trials in Turku, Finland, marking a key milestone in construction. Over the course of 11 days, more than 2,000 specialists will conduct hundreds of tests…
