After a 275-meter cruise ship crashed into a tourist boat, Venice residents have demanded that the giant vessels stay away. The issue of cruise liners sailing Venice’s Giudecca Canal has long been a point of tensión. Around 5,000 residents of the
The best time to cruise and the cheapest time to cruise are not always the same. The best time to be on the water is often when the weather is nicest or when you have time off. These sailings are
In 2016, Princess Cruise Lines agreed to pay a $40 million penalty for illegally dumping oil-contaminated waste into the sea and acts by employees to try to cover it up. It was the largest criminal penalty ever imposed for intentional
A number of cruise lines are currently offering free drink packages when you book a cruise on one of their cruise ships. Below is a list of which cruise lines are currently offering free drink packages and other specials that
One of Viking’s river cruise ships was involved in a fatal collision on Wednesday night as it was traveling through Budapest on the Danube River, leaving at least seven dead. The Viking Sigyn, a 95-room river cruise ship, collided with
From fruit flies by the pizza oven to out-of-date food: The dirtiest cruise ships revealed (and the ones that gained a perfect score from inspectors). Cruise ships that have failed to meet cleanliness standards in surprise inspections have been revealed.
Of the over 200 active cruise ships the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has examined, only 20 earned a perfect 100-point score during their most recent inspection. The vast majority of cruise ships get passing scores from the
Pullmantur Cruises has awarded Natalia Pestaña, a young designer from Madrid, to design new uniforms for the crew. Pestaña was selected among 12 designers who participated in a competition organized by the cruise line, Istituto Europeo di Design (IED) in
Five people were killed, 10 others were injured and one person was unaccounted for Monday after two floatplanes carrying cruise passengers taking part in shore excursions collided in mid-air over Southeast Alaska, officials said. Princess Cruises confirmed that the pilot of a de Havilland DHC-2
One of the perks of living on a cruise ship is not having to find housing or pay rent, but for some, it comes with a price: small, spare living quarters. That’s particularly true for lower-paid workers like waiters, bar
With its cooler climes compared to the Mediterranean, some cruise ship passengers are not keen on booking a Baltic cruise. Don’t, though, and you miss out on the chance to sail in the wake of the Vikings through a fascinating corner
Celebrity Cruises’ new ship, the Celebrity Flora, is almost ready to set sail to the Galapagos Islands, and it’s going to give guests a cruise experience they’ve never had before. The new vessel is about two weeks away from completion,
One of the industry’s latest trends is giving travelers a chance to score some serious deals. Looking for terrific value on your next—or first—cruise? It’s a simple but seriously insider tip: choose an older ship that just received a total
When I first started cruising more than 25 years ago, the typical ship was heavy with honeymooners and retirees — the “newlywed and nearly dead,” as the old joke goes. The most exciting thing for families on the top deck
A river cruise is a relaxing and luxurious way to explore the world. Environmentalist Chris Kilham has said, “It is one thing to hear about the forest and the river, but an entirely other experience to go there, to see
The introduction of the award-winning Celebrity Edge marks the latest advance in Celebrity’s 30-year history of redefining modern luxury at sea. Celebrity has always done things a little differently. Started as the premium offshoot of a budget-friendly brand, its founding
At 171,598 tons, the newest vessel from fast-growing MSC Cruises is of a size that would have been unthinkable just a couple decades ago. Unveiled last month at a gala ceremony in Southampton, England, the 19-deck-high giant of the seas,
CRUISE ships are a popular holiday choice for many Britons – with more people from the UK taking to the seas than ever before. Cruises often attract couples looking for a romantic break – but there’s one thing you should
Costa Fortuna has officially become part of the Costa ships’ food donation program following her call in Genoa on Friday. Surplus food not served aboard the ships is collected and distributed to local organizations that support people in need. Launched
Millions of people will take a cruise this year, traveling to ports of call near and far. Some of those people will have additional needs that range from mobility impairments (i.e., cane or wheelchair users) to dietary restrictions (i.e., gluten-free
Their disappointments included limited free time and a hostile work environment. Cruise ship jobs have a number of features that set them apart from most land-based jobs, like unusual schedules and an intense hookup culture. Some current and former cruise
A Viking Cruises ship and a petroleum tanker collided near the Netherlands on Monday, the NBC affiliate 9News reported. Five people from the Viking ship reportedly suffered minor injuries from the collision. No one on the petroleum tanker was injured,
Twelve people have been busted for smuggling $2.6 million worth of cocaine hidden in chip bags and bowls onto MSC Cruises’ liner Opera. The National Crime Agency (NCA) of the U.K. announced on Thursday that six men and six women
Just one more reason to head to Greece this summer. With turquoise seas, white sandy beaches and friendly locals, there’s a reason Greece attracts around 28 million visitors per year. While the mainland itself is stunning and oozing history, it’s the
To those of you who say you will never take a cruise, consider for a moment what you’re missing. Stepping aboard a ship may be the only way to see a place: In Alaska’s Inside Passage, for instance, mammoth chunks
In 2014, a Princess Cruises’ ship was being held by dynamic positioning (a system that avoids anchoring) off Santorini in Greece, when a sunny day with calm seas turned in seconds into lashing rain, high winds and stormy water. I
Packed itineraries mean you don’t have to unpack, and you can wake up in a new destination every morning. Locals rarely benefit from the swarms of tourists visiting their hometowns. The good Cruising is the fastest-growing sector of the tourist
Cruise lines are starting to plug Turkey back into their itineraries for 2020 and 2021 in hopes that the country’s troubles are finally behind it. The handful of lines that were already operating there in 2018 are being joined by
When a cruise ship docks at a port, its passengers are subject to the laws of the country in which the port is located. While some of the biggest cruise lines base their headquarters in the United States, their passengers
The discovery of Arctic maritime routes that would carry ships westward from the Atlantic to the Pacific, or eastward from Alaska to the coasts of Norway and Russia, took centuries of perilous exploration. Today’s adventurers can sail above the Arctic
Advice if you miss your cruise ship while on holiday and the first steps you’ll need to take. Cruise holidays are a great way of exploring various destinations on one getaway. However, while you are wandering around a new city
Katherine Yasgar says she was forced to cancel her cruise after the cruise line refused to confirm a much-needed request. But what happened on the day the cruise set sail was even more infuriating. This story involves misunderstandings and errors
Carnival Corporation, the largest travel and leisure company in the world operating nine cruise lines and over 100 cruise ships, is improving cruises with new entertainment experiences and exclusive partnerships. New and expanded partnerships with top entertainment brands continue to
Cruise ships get a bad rap. If you’re like me, you might have believed that they’re a bit of a lazy way to travel — that you don’t get to spend time in nature or allow you to get a
If all had gone according to plan, 200 passengers would be penguin-spotting in Antarctica right now on Scenic Eclipse. The luxury ship, the world’s first “discovery yacht”, has today written to customers postponing her launch for the third time. Scenic
Are you looking to book a cruise but want to try something new and interesting? Perhaps you’re looking for a hidden gem or just want to go somewhere that doesn’t always get seen when people talk about going on a
Daily service charges – also called gratuity charges – are a talking point in the industry, with some lines hiking these daily charges. Royal Caribbean, Holland America and Norwegian all charge $14.50 per day, per passenger. But with customers having
Winner Awarded $100,000 in Grand Finale Slot Tournament Onboard the Regal Princess. Scientific Games Corporation (NASDAQ: SGMS) (“Scientific Games” or the “Company”) announced, in partnership with Carnival Corporation and Princess Cruises, that they awarded the grand prize of $100,000 in
The ‘secret’ or ‘mystery’ cruise appeals to the frequent cruiser who’s looking for something surprising and new, experts say. There’s an air of mystery at sea. A handful of cruise lines have launched “mystery cruises,” in which cruisers don’t know
A report is being prepared for the coroner after a young man died on the Golden Princess between Australia and New Zealand. A passenger is believed to have died on a Princess Cruise ship between Australia and New Zealand. The