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20 Biggest Cruise Time-Wasters to Avoid in 2026

You’re on a cruise. The sun is out, the ocean is right there, and there are shows, pools, ports, and restaurants calling your name. Time is genuinely precious on a cruise vacation, and a few…

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Star Princess Begins First Alaska Season From Seattle

Star Princess, Princess Cruises’ newest Sphere Class ship, has made her Seattle debut ahead of a full summer season of Alaska cruises. The 177,800-ton ship accommodates 4,300 guests and is one of the largest ships…

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Holland America Line Partners With Bols to Elevate Orange Party Celebrations at Sea

Holland America Line is adding even more Dutch flair to one of its most popular onboard traditions. In honor of Koningsdag in the Netherlands, Holland America Line has announced a new partnership with Bols, the…

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MSC Cruises Reveals New Family Entertainment Coming to MSC World Asia

MSC Cruises has revealed new details about the family entertainment coming to MSC World Asia, the cruise line’s highly anticipated new flagship. The ship will offer a wide range of family-friendly activities, immersive game shows,…

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Carnival Tropicale Will Homeport in Galveston in 2028

Carnival Cruise Line is bringing another brand-new Excel-class ship to Texas. Carnival has announced that Carnival Tropicale, the cruise line’s fifth Excel-class ship, will homeport in Galveston when it is delivered in 2028. The new…

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