Dish It Up: Thomas Keller, Seabourn
Thomas Keller Dishes It Up for Seabourn By Janice Wald Henderson When I met Thomas Keller back in 1991, he was a New York transplant and the newly minted executive chef at Checkers, a downtown Los Angeles boutique hotel. I had no clue he’d skyrocket to international stardom. Neither, I think, did
Design Time: Hull Art
Massive cruise ship hull art provides character and recognizability when pulling into port By Jason Leppert A simple whitewashed hull has long been a classic choice for cruise ship exteriors, but more and more cruise lines are employing bold designs to don their ships’ bows. So when a ship pulls i
Vitamin Sea: Seasickness
Physician tips for preventing and treating seasickness By Dr. Gisela Schlosser Your cruise has been booked for months and the date of departure is now approaching. Whether you are new to cruise travel or a veteran, many passengers purchase seasickness medications and aids prior to boarding. Luckily,
Cruise Connection: There’s a themed sailing just for you
No matter your interest, there’s a themed sailing just for you. By Fran Golden People with particular passions like to share their interests with other like-minded folks. Hence, the theme cruise business has grown to hundreds of sailings a year. Options run the gamut from the sublime to the, well,
Unforgettable Journeys – A Star-Studded African Safari
The following is a safari excerpt from Porthole Cruise Magazine: My life is a cruise-related juggernaut. I’ve lived, slept, and breathed cruises for more than 35 years. Every day of my life is consumed with recurring cruise narrative and I love it. A major portion of my travel history is
Vitamin Sea: Wellness Cruises
Get on board for a healthier lifestyle with today’s wellness options at sea By Heather Mikesell With today’s overly connected society, it has never been more difficult to get away. Email, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and other electronic distractions all conspire to keep us constantly connected
Try Me a River – On Avalon Visionary
A first-timer set sails for Europe aboard Avalon Waterways If you’re like me, you have a slight fear of the unknown. It really doesn’t stop me from living life, but I do get butterflies whenever I’m about to make a change or do something new. So, needless to say, I had a hint of nerves [&helli
Design Time: S.S. Joie de Vivre
Bonjour S.S. Joie de Vivre Uniworld’s newest river ship design reflects the French joy of living. By Fran Golden When Toni Tollman set out to design the 128-passenger S.S. Joie de Vivre she had some of her favorite things about Paris in mind. As the Director of Design and Projects at Uniworld Rive
Cruise Control: Torstein Hagen, Chairman of Viking Cruises
A Day in the Life of Torstein Hagen, Chairman of Viking Cruises By Fran Golden Torstein Hagen, chairman of Viking Cruises, is impatient because he’s sitting on the Rhine aboard the 190-passenger Viking Hild (one of two state-of-the-art Longships his company launched this year) and he’d r
Like a Local: Baltimore
Baltimore Travel Guide Close the guidebooks and let a local lead the way By Joe Sugarman There’s a reason why Baltimore’s nickname is Charm City. Oh, sure, you may know about our famed Inner Harbor, with its glittering hotels and renowned aquarium, but to discover the soul of the city, you have
Just Add Land: Caribbean Pre-/Post-Cruise
A Feast of Caribbean Cultures: Stretch your stay and double your discoveries By Janet Groene When it comes to the delicious bouillabaisse that is Caribbean culture, three islands stand out. Stay in Barbados to go British, San Juan for Old Spain, or Sint Maarten/St. Martin for a touch of Dutch with d
Fathom – The Difference a Year Makes
A look at Fathom’s impact ashore in the Dominican Republic By Craig Zabransky Her smile never faded even as she started to wipe a tear from her face. The Fathom cruise passenger relived the very moment that touched her heart during a prior cruise. She shared each and every descriptive detail of he
Cruising Characters
From Mickey to Shrek, who will you meet on deck? By Carrie McLaren Every cruise is filled with characters of all kinds. From the stars behind the bar to the zany cruise directors to the magical servers in the dining room, all play a large part in what makes cruising fun. For children and families, [
Dish It Up: Michael Schwartz, Royal Caribbean
Michael Schwartz Dishes It Up for Royal Caribbean By Janice Wald Henderson On Royal Caribbean International’s Oasis-class ships, foodies flock to 150 Central Park, the much-admired restaurant created in partnership with Miami-based celebrity chef Michael Schwartz. On the line’s Quantum-class shi
Savvy Shopper: Grand Cayman
How to be a savvy shopper when your ship calls on Grand Cayman By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon You’ll be tempted to spend all your time basking on Grand Cayman’s rightfully famous Seven Mile Beach or exploring its underwater wonders (this is the place where scuba diving was born, after all). But do sa
Ship Review: Silver Muse
The elegant Silver Muse whispers luxury By Fran Golden Aboard the brand-new Silver Muse, my tuxedo-clad butler was concerned about a rubbed-out spot on my black suede boots. Jithin, from Mumbai, had already offered to unpack my bags, encouraged me to choose a designer soap, and brought the alternati
Best Cruise Ship Wine Lists
A toast to cruise lines raising the bar on wine offerings By Lynn and Cele Seldon When it comes to enjoying wine at sea, cruise lines are continually enhancing their offerings — both on board and on shore — making it a major part of cruising for wine lovers. Years ago, wine at sea often [&hellip
Vitamin Sea: Cruising Solo
Tips for turning cruising solo into a healthy vacation retreat By Sherry Laskin Kennedy Ahhhhh, a solo getaway: the cure for the overworked and overstressed to decompress. For a vacation that’s known for abundant food, dozens of bars, and round-the-clock activities, it’s easy to mistake a cruise
Savvy Shopper: In the British Virgin Islands
How to be a savvy shopper when your ship calls on the British Virgin Islands By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon A string of roughly 60 pieces of paradise afloat in 56 square miles of Caribbean blue, the British Virgin Islands seduces visitors with sandy coves, rollicking beach bars, and, of course, those mam
Royal Caribbean Productions – It’s Showtime!
From Broadway shows to aerial artistry, it all begins at the Royal Caribbean Productions entertainment studio. By Susan J. Young Mix and match any of 91,400 costume pieces, 5,000 hats, 3,400 wigs, 6,000 shoes, and 3,000 jewelry pieces. Add in props such as a magic wand, top hat, easy chair, or even
