Grab Lunch in Tampa Bay Before You Cruise
Tampa Bay is a beautiful port in Florida, and one of the largest cruise destinations on the East Coast of the United States. Thousands of cruisers head to the port for their cruise vacation and most are wondering where the best place to grab lunch in Tampa is before boarding the ship. Waiting to boa
5 Lighthouses Every Cruiser Should Know
Lighthouses have been a beacon in the sea since early man started sailing. While the lighthouse does not have as prominent a place in the modern world thanks to GPS, they are still an amazing shore visit on your cruise. They make for spectacular backgrounds for all your vacation photos, especially i
What is a Deck Chair Hog?
It’s your first morning on board one of today’s brand new cruise ships and everything is perfect. Your stateroom was pristine and you woke up to the bright Caribbean sunshine basking your room in a warm glow. Nothing, and we mean nothing could get in the way of this perfect day, right? You strol
Introducing Costa Firenze
At Fincantieri Shipyard in Marghera, Costa Firenze is more than a year away from completion, but the buzz around the newest ship from Costa Cruises grows by the day. The sister ship of Costa Venezia, Costa Firenze is the second ship designed specifically for cruising in China. Meet Costa Firenze Lik
Finding the Perfect Asado in Buenos Aires
There’s no denying the beauty and Old World charm of Buenos Aires. From the European-style architecture to the passion of the Argentine people, it is truly a cultural haven of the southern hemisphere. However, any discussion of Buenos Aires would not be complete without taking a look at the amazin
Cruise Deal of the Week – May 3, 2019
Who doesn’t love going all in? Whether you’re at the poker table or about to book yourself the cruise vacation of a lifetime, Windstar Cruises has a new deal that you can’t pass up! The “All-In Package” is a the best way to save on your next cruise while getting some pr
Things to Do When You Skip a Shore Excursion
Just like all cruises, Carnival cruise ships are like hotels on the ocean when you are sailing to your vacation destination. The excursions may be delightful and offer lasting memories, but what if you are not up for going out for the day? Lucky for you, there are still things to do when you are [&h
Ultimate Adventure: Traveling to Alaska
Aboard big ships, you’ll see Alaska. With UnCruise Adventures, you’ll experience it. That’s what makes traveling to Alaska an experience in and of itself. Get up close and personal with nature – kayak in hidden coves, hike around glaciers, distinguish the flora and fauna R
The Belly Flop Competition: Keys to Victory!
Royal Caribbean is one of the world’s most popular cruise lines and there’s something special for everyone to enjoy while on board. Passengers can go ice skating, scale the rock climbing wall, go roller skating, enjoy some quiet time in the Solarium, and even attend the “Love & Marriage
5 Fun Things to Do in Montevideo, Uruguay
Though Uruguay is often overshadowed by its cultural and geographical counterpart, Argentina, the small South American country actually has a lot to offer. More than a third of the country’s 3.5 million people live in the capital city of Montevideo, and it is easy to see why. The city’s European
Last Call: Cool Encounters at SKYY Vodka Ice Bar
The Place — SKYY Vodka Ice Bar Grab A Seat — Norwegian Epic, Escape, and Getaway. Standout Feature — Inspired by the original Scandinavian ice hotels, everything about this bar — the walls, the seats, the glasses — are made from expertly chiseled blocks of ice. The chilly chamber is kept a
For Shore: Animal Encounter Shore Excursions
There’s nothing like a shore excursion to really make your cruise memories magical: Taking in the scenery, enjoying the regional cuisine, and, of course, meeting the locals … including the kind with fur, feathers or fins. We’re talking, of course, about animal encounter shore excu
Captain Minnie Mouse Inspires Tomorrow’s Female Leaders on Disney Cruise Line
Family-friendly Disney Cruise Line has launched a new program aimed squarely at little girls and young women who dream of a life at sea. The collection of new initiatives – which include maritime scholarships, exclusive merchandise, and onboard programs with Captain Minnie Mouse – hopes to inspi
Vitamin Sea: Scents at Sea
If you’re among the millions who use essential oils on a daily basis and you enjoy taking sanity-saving cruise vacations, odds are you’ve often found yourself in a challenging quandary: Which of my oils should I take with me on the ship, and which ones can I leave at home? Not an easy question.
Behind the Cruise Line: Arnold Donald At The Wheel
Five years ago, cruise lines were reeling from several highly publicized cruise ship incidents around the globe. [Ed. Note: — Porthole may or may not have neglected to mention some of those less-sunnier subjects.] Many believed it would take years of incident-free cruise travel and millions of dol
Cruise Deal of the Week – April 12, 2019
What fun is cruising without the people you care about most? Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line has a new deal available on their website offering big savings when you bring someone special on your next cruise vacation to the Bahamas. Sail & Save Here’s what Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line has to s
Side Trip to Cinque Terre
Known as the Italian Riviera, Cinque Terre (pronounced Ching-kwe Ter-ray) is a cluster of five picturesque villages in Northwest Italy that adorn the shoreline with colorful buildings, steep cliffs, beautifully rugged and rocky beaches, and small but completely charming ports and harbors. And if you
Cruise Ship Friendship
Monthly Mantra Waves of Kindness … Waves of Kindness … Waves of Kindness … “Wait! Wait! I want to give this to you!” That was the older woman with the organza hat, waving me down as I gathered my luggage after disembarking Queen Elizabeth 2 in Southampton in 1983. At the time, I was [&h
The 5 Best Port Cities on the Gold Coast
To begin, it must be said that there are two different ways to talk about the Gold Coast. Gold Coast is a city on the Eastern coast of Australia, marking the divide between the states of Queensland and New South Wales. However, the city is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the […]
Cruise Deal of the Week – April 5, 2019
It’s never too early to start thinking about your summer vacation. The cruise pros over at Carnival Cruise Line know that summer is about having fun with the whole family, that’s why they’ve introduced the Summer Pack & Go Sail which runs through the weekend. Book by Sunday, A
