Watch Porthole CEO on Lifetime’s The Balancing Act (VIDEO)
The cruise industry has EXPLODED in recent years as more and more people are discovering the joys of a cruise vacation. For more than 20 years, Porthole Cruise Magazine has offered the best cruise ship news, reviews and more to eager cruisers looking for a fun and affordable vacation. Recently, Port
Do YOU download CRUISE APPS? Disney Navigator App Review
Where do you get the best WIFI? Not at sea… or is that now becoming a myth? As cruise lines get more digital savvy, they are making some great headway in improving guest service and overall experience through…none-other than cruise APPS! Our team recently went on Disney Cruise Line’s ship, the
Help 4Ocean Make a Difference for World Oceans Day (VIDEO)
Forget Space, there’s a place here on Earth that contains miles of unexplored terrain and countless undiscovered life forms. The Earth’s oceans cover 70% of the planet, yet we actually know very little about them and the mysteries they hold. What we do know, however, is that humans are polluting
Gaga for the Galápagos
If you’re anything like me, you likely spent leisure time of adolescent years perusing iconic National Geographic magazines in search of natural phenomena, half-naked jungle tribes, and a milieu of animal kingdom photos. Those youthful fantasies of exotic adventure come to life through National Ge
Bionic Bartenders Are Mixing Up a Good Time for Royal Caribbean (VIDEO)
With speed, accuracy, and precision, the bartenders at Bionic Bar mix up unique cocktails for thirsty guests. How they got so good at their job aboard Royal Caribbean International ships isn’t a mystery, they were built that way. These bartenders are robots. Robots tend to conjure images of R2-D2
LUXURY Cruise Ships Setting Sail in 2019 (VIDEO)
The luxury cruise sector is on the rise, so let’s check out what’s on the horizon for 2019… Viking Jupiter | 930 Passengers | 47,000 Tons Viking Jupiter is the 6th ship in the Viking Ocean Cruises fleet. Built in 2018, the intimately sized ship will set sail in February 2019. Viking Jupiter cr
Top 5 Balcony Whirlpools For Cruisers
Norwegian Sky Owner’s Suites The Owner’s Suites on Pride of America, Norwegian Dawn, Norwegian Sun, Norwegian Sky, and Norwegian Star all feature a balcony whirlpool. For those luxury travelers wanting even more outdoor space, a double balcony is offered on Norwegian
Spectrum of the Seas Is Coming Together One Block At A Time (VIDEO)
Royal Caribbean’s Spectrum of the Seas hits a milestone today in its unique construction process. Spectrum’s Floating Engine Room Unit mega-block set sail on its 3-day, 296 nautical mile journey down the River Ems to the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany. Royal Caribbean Internation
Cruise Control | 12 Secret Tips for MSC Seaside (Video)
Porthole Cruise Magazine’s review team set sail on MSC’s newest ship, MSC Seaside. What they found might surprise you! Here are a few tips to making the most out of your first day aboard: ARRIVAL: Avoid the early-bird rush by arriving between 1p.m. and 4p.m. LUGGAGE: Travel light and pack the ne
Porthole Cruise Party 2018 Photos and Video
Porthole Party 2018 Check out the exciting photos and video from this year’s Porthole Cruise Party, which was held in Fort Lauderdale on Tuesday, March 6, 2018, during Seatrade Cruise Global, the industry’s largest conference and trade show. Click HERE to see the photos Thanks to everyone wh
Cruise Control | Top 10 Cruise Tips For First-Time Cruisers (Video)
We asked our network of half-a-million cruise enthusiasts what they wish they knew before taking their first cruise, and the polls are in! Here are the top 10 tips for first-time cruisers: Don’t Fill Up Before You Get On The Ship! There’s a buffet as soon as you get on the ship, so try not [&hel
Cruise Control | Cruising the High-tech Seas (Video)
Is a virtual-reality vacation in your future? Travel-tech innovation is a hot topic… and we’ve got the latest on where it’s headed. Virtual reality, video mapping, and giant LED screens are bridging the gap in entertainment offering audiences an immersive experience through multimedia. Royal C
Cruise Control: Cartagena, The City of Colors (Video)
Have you considered a cruise along the Panama Canal? Bill Panoff set sail on his most recent cruise adventure. Here are a few highlights from his stop in Cartagena: The Mixture of Old & New The city of Cartagena stretches just about 220 square miles. The city is made up of 16th-century b
Cruise Control: Which Beach in Aruba? Baby Beach! (Video)
You finally made it to nearly all the islands the Beach Boys sing about… but there’s just one left. You’re crossing Aruba off your list! Imagine docking at the port of Oranjestad. When you disembark the ship, you look around to see the streets flooded with colorful buildings and shopping touri
Cruise Control: Top 4 Reasons to Honeymoon on a Cruise
Picking the perfect vacation to follow the perfect wedding can become just as stressful as picking where to seat your rambunctious second cousin at the reception, but luckily, we have just the solution for you! Cruising is the best way to go when it comes to booking your honeymoon, and here’s why:
Cruise Control: How to Get the Best Cruise Deals! (Video)
Every cruiser has their way of getting the best cruise deals for the least amount of money, but with more than 30 years in the industry, cruise expert Bill Panoff has a collection of tips that can help you get an even better deal. Book Through a Third Party Third-party bookers such as Orbitz.com oft
Harvest Caye, Belize – Norwegian Cruise Line’s Newest Cruise Port
Have you heard of Harvest Cay? Take a look at the natural beauty and eco-adventures that await at Harvest Caye, Belize, Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest cruise port.
Porthole Cruise Magazine’s Savvy Shopper Heads to St. Lucia
Shopping Tips in St. Lucia Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon, Porthole Cruise Magazine’s Savvy Shopper, takes us to her favorite destinations for shopping tips and a behind-the-scenes look at what awaits cruise travelers. In this episode, she travels to St. Lucia for a chat with mask artist, Zaka, at Zak
Norwegian Cruise Line unveils Wyland hull art for Norwegian Bliss
PortholeTV was on hand to capture the unveiling of Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest hull artwork by marine life artist Wyland for its upcoming ship, Norwegian Bliss. RELATED: Norwegian Bliss Cruise Ship Review The new ship, which is being purpose-built for cruising in Alaska, will homeport in Se
Day in the Life with Andy Stuart
Cruise Control The November/December 2016 issue of Porthole Cruise Magazine features a “Day in the Life” of Andy Stuart, president and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line. So PortholeTV decided to get a behind-the-scenes look at this cruise exec in action. Have a look:
