Experiential river cruising provides an opportunity to discover new lands, cultures, and people, deviating from the path well-traveled. Intrepid travelers recognize that going off the radar has…

My journey ends at two red flags, about knee height, emerging from the ground in an “X” shape. I’m supposed to turn around, to meander back to…

Ever since Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours announced the company would be plunging into ocean cruising following its decades-long history as a premium river cruise line, Scenic…

Sailing is among the most rewarding experiences a person can have. There’s no better way to see new places and enrich your knowledge of the world in…

The expedition cruise market is set to grow by nearly three-dozen ships by 2024. Small but increasingly sophisticated ships are destined for polar regions and well beyond,…

The chartered plane had left Copenhagen in the twilight of a Baltic summer night, but four hours and four time zones later, the brilliance of Greenland’s endless…

Under normal circumstances, one would be hard pressed to find any commonality between intrepid exploration of the Amazon, luxury cruising, and culinary creativity. Then again, cruising with…

Imagine nibbling caviar, the roe and accoutrements shaped like a flower. Picture tucking into a lobster tail adorned with truffled leeks, before a Grand Marnier soufflé is…

If you follow  my cruise escapades, it’s obvious that size doesn’t matter to me. It’s not that I’m not impressed by a ship with a bowling alley,…

Cruise News – Apr. 25, 2018 If you think of expedition cruising is “roughing it,” you haven’t been following the development of Crystal Endeavor, Crystal Cruises’ 19,800…

As a general rule, Caribbean cruises conjure up images of white sand and crystal-clear turquoise waters, while Europe destinations offer up iconic cathedrals, castles and assorted antiquities…

  Adventure line Lindblad Expeditions is offering two reasons to explore: free roundtrip air from Miami to Guayaquil, Ecuador, for select, 10-day expeditions on National Geographic Islander…

Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc., a global provider of expedition cruises and adventure travel experiences, and Ulstein Group, Norwegian shipbuilder and ship designer, celebrated the keel laying of…

Last week, Porthole Cruise Magazine attended Seatrade Cruise Global, the cruise industry’s largest event complete with information, networking, and news from the cruise lines themselves where we…

News Briefs - Mar. 9, 2018 Viking Ocean Cruises christened its fourth ship, Viking Sun, at a ceremony on The Bund in the heart of Shanghai. The…

Cruise Deal of the Week – Feb. 23, 2018 To celebrate Hurtigruten’s 125-year anniversary as a leader in exploration travel, the line is offering discounted cruises to…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - Feb. 9, 2018 Seven Seas Mariner is undergoing a major upgrade before returning to Alaska. The world’s first all-suite, all-balcony cruise ship…

Cruise News – Feb. 5, 2018 A Scenic Sequel: Scenic Eclipse II to Launch in 2020 Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, having already piqued the interest of…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Feb. 2, 2018 Luxury river operator Aqua Expeditions has announced a series of theme cruises on the Amazon and Mekong rivers for…

Cruise News - Jan. 30, 2018 Holland America Line is expanding its Alaska Land+Sea Journeys with the addition of new guest accommodations at its Denali operation. The…

Porthole's 5 Faves It’s hard to believe I almost missed visiting Porto the first time. During a recent Windstar cruise, I sailed from Dublin to Lisbon on…

Cruise News - Jan. 24, 2018 Disney Cruise Line is bringing back two popular special itineraries — Star Wars Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea — in 2019.…

I’m of the belief that you can never get enough of a good thing. So, when a fantastic 7-day cruise just isn’t enough to fill those precious…

Expedition-cruise firm AdventureSmith Explorations is offering a two-for-one deal on bookings in the Amazon Basin aboard the eight-passenger Delfin I, 28-passenger Delfin II, and 43-passenger Delfin III.…

Cruise News – Jan. 19, 2018 The newest member of Crystal Cruises’ fleet is officially on its way after the shipwrights at MV Werften in Stralsund began…

Cruise News - Jan. 18, 2018 Social-impact travel brand Fathom has teamed up with Princess Cruises to lend a helping hand to communities rebuilding after the recent…

Cruising in faraway destinations such as Southeast Asia encourages consideration to pre- and post-cruise options. These opening acts and encores to the main event range from basic…

Cruise News – Jan. 15, 2018 Princess Cruises has announced something new for visitors to Alaska – a summer program at the line’s custom-designed wilderness treehouse at…

UnCruise Adventures is offering discounts of $225 per person or $450 per couple – and $100 in shipboard credit – on 7-night Alaska cruises on SS Legacy…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - Jan. 5, 2018 American Cruise Lines has become a national underwriter for the iconic PBS series Washington Week, a roundtable discussion that’s…

Here are 5 new cruise ships to look out for! Cruise News - Jan. 5, 2018 With a new year comes new goals, new dreams, and —…

Delicious dining at Crystal Esprit’s Yacht Club Restaurant By Janice Wald Henderson Have you ever dreamed of a chef cooking exclusively for you on a private yacht?…

Ponant to Build Electric Hybrid Cruise Icebreaker Cruise News - Dec. 19, 2017 French cruise line Ponant, a leader in luxury polar expeditions, has confirmed an order…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Dec. 15, 2017 Carnival Cruise Line has two items of note this week: Carnival Fascination is undergoing a multi-million-dollar dry dock, adding…

The Monthly Mantra A Whole Lot of Un … A Whole Lot of Un … A Whole Lot of Un … Go Small The big advantages to…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Dec. 1, 2017 This week, Puerto Rico welcomed over 7,000 cruise visitors from Freedom of the Seas, Carnival Conquest, and Disney Magic…

Black Friday/Cyber Monday Cruise Deals of the Week - Nov. 24, 2017 Deal One: From November 20–29, 2017, book a balcony stateroom at an ocean view rate on…

Celebrity Reveals Ship Designed for Galapagos Cruises Cruise News - Nov. 16, 2017 Celebrity Cruises has unveiled Celebrity Flora, an elevated and inspired approach to marine exploration,…

Cruise News - Nov. 8, 2017 Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. has announced that it has signed an agreement with Norwegian shipbuilder and ship designer Ulstein to build…

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.…

Hanoi Highlights: 5 Faves of Vietnam’s Capital City For cruisers looking for that next exotic itinerary, today’s major cruise lines and river cruise operators are embracing the…

Silversea Cruises Travels Inland for Adventures Cruise News - Oct. 18, 2017 Ultra-luxury line Silversea Cruises is unlocking “uncharted territories” with a new set of adventurous sea-plus-land…

Cruise Deal of the Week – Oct. 6, 2017 UnCruise Adventures has launched an “Alaska Awakening” promotion that includes savings of $400 per cabin or $200 per…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Sept. 15, 2017 Light artist Michael Batz launched Cruise Week in Hamburg with an installation called “Blue Port Hamburg.” A number of…

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.…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Aug. 4, 2017 Holland America Line is expanding its presence in the Panama Canal, with eight ships visiting the region on 19…

National Geographic Quest Departs on Inaugural Voyage Cruise News - Jul.  31, 2017 Lindblad Expeditions’ National Geographic Quest, the line’s first newbuild in the history of the company,…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - Jul. 21, 2017 Seabourn announced their exclusive line of bath and body products from Molton Brown will be made available in Molton…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - Jul. 14, 2017 On August 21, 2017, musical performers DNCE will headline Royal Caribbean International’s solar eclipse viewing party with a surprise…

Cruise Deal of the Week - Jun. 30, 2017 To commemorate the 50th anniversary of Lars-Eric Lindblad’s first international tourist expedition to the Galápagos, Lindblad Expeditions is…

Magic on the Mekong Luxury awaits for travelers ready to cruise Asia. For been-there-done-that cruisers, an Asia itinerary is often next on the list. And lucky for…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - June 9, 2017 For the very first time in its history, Norwegian Cruise Line is positioning a cruise ship, Norwegian Jade, in…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – June 2, 2017 Ponant is launching the world’s first underwater multi-sensory lounge, called Blue Eye, located beneath the water line on the…

Five favorite author-inspired shore excursions From Shakespeare’s Verona to Hemingway’s Cuba, stories in far off places can sometimes fuel wanderlust stronger than any postcard-esque picture can. Unfortunately,…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - May 12, 2017 Disney Cruise Line has scheduled two first-time visits for fall 2018, calling on both Bermuda and Quebec City for…

Cruise Deal of the Week - May 12, 2017 Expedition operator Hurtigruten is so confident that guests on their 12-day Classic Roundtrip voyage up the Norwegian coast…

AmaWaterways Debuts Game-Changing Ship Design Concept Cruise News - May 12, 2017 AmaWaterways today announced plans for AmaMagna, its biggest ship ever, to be launched in 2019. The 194-guest AmaMagna represents…

Explore more of the breathtaking Pacific Northwest By Matt Hannafin In their heart of hearts, nobody really wants to go home from vacation. Their world has been…

Asia Extravaganza Three cruises through three countries bring a showcase of wonder. Story and Photography by Douglas Peebles “Three cruises in three weeks? Why would you want…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - Apr. 21, 2017 Scenic Cruises has unveiled more about their upcoming ocean-going vessel, Scenic Eclipse. The “discovery yacht" now offers an increase to…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Apr. 7, 2017 UnCruise Adventures has added a seventh ship, 88-guest replica coastal steamer S.S. Legacy, to its Alaska fleet, which will…

Royal Caribbean to Award Adventure Travelers with Cruises Around the World Cruise News - March 27, 2017 Royal Caribbean International is seeking the “World’s Most Adventurous Squad” in a new…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Mar. 17, 2017 Seabourn is offering guests a new way to experience the wilderness of Alaska, with a 4-day overland adventure into…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Mar. 10, 2017 Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has named its two upcoming expedition ships HANSEATIC inspiration (serving the international market) and HANSEATIC nature (serving…

Cruise Deals of the Week – Mar. 10, 2017 DEAL 1: French-flagged luxury expedition line Ponant is offering 30 percent off select fall 2017 voyages, plus savings…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Mar. 3, 2017 One Ocean Expeditions is offering three small-ship adventure cruises to the Canadian Arctic and Antarctica with award-winning wildlife filmmakers…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Feb. 24, 2017   Expedition line Hurtigruten has cut steel on a groundbreaking hybrid ship at Kleven Yards, Norway. MS Roald Amundsen,…

Cruise Deals of the Week – Feb. 17, 2017 DEAL 1: Expedition line Hurtigruten is offering deals on their coastal itineraries, including $250 off per person plus…

V is for Victory Meet the small ship with big character: Victory I By Barry Vaudrin When it comes to small ship luxury cruising, there’s a new…

By Felicity Long Today’s cruise lines know a thing or two about entertaining families. But if you’ve been holding off on taking the kids to Alaska for…

Porthole's 5 Faves #WAKENEWS As the leading media authority on cruises and numbered lists, Porthole knows exactly how much the following media outlets 1) work tirelessly on…

Holland America Line Teams Up with Oprah on Upcoming Cruises Cruise News - February 9, 2017 Holland America Line has announced an exclusive partnership with O, The…

Cruise Deal of the Week – Feb. 3, 2017 Take advantage of Hurtigruten’s Love of Adventure Flash Sale, with voyages to Europe, Greenland, Iceland, or Antarctica on…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Feb. 3, 2017 The private residential ship The World has broken the record for the furthest south ever sailed. The 43,188 g.r.t.…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jan. 27, 2017 Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ship, Carnival Horizon, will debut in April 2018 with a series of European voyages, followed…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - Jan. 20, 2017 Brightline, the only privately funded passenger-rail system in America, has previewed the trains that will offer fast service between…

Cruise Deal of the Week – Jan. 20, 2017 Luxury line Crystal Cruises is offering savings of up to $2,000 per suite on Crystal Yacht Expeditions and…

Monday Mantra Cosmo Guy … Cosmo Guy … Cosmo Guy … A Master Mixer's Memoir A bartender who can get the cosmopolitan right has clearly been around…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jan. 13, 2017 Six different Carnival Cruise Line ships have added private destination Princess Cays to their itineraries beginning in May 2017.…

DEAL 1: Asian river operator Pandaw Expeditions is offering discounts from 10 to 25 percent – as well as no single-cabin supplements – on voyages exploring Burma,…

Porthole's Five Faves Eco-Experiences at Harvest Caye Five ways to discover Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest island paradise. As cruise passengers disembark at Norwegian Cruise Line’s brand-new port…

If Walls Could Talk: Mexico’s ancient ruins tell tales of the past By Craig Zabransky Mexico offers history and adventure in many forms. One of the most…

 Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Dec. 23, 2016 Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic has given a sneak peek at the construction of their first newbuild, National Geographic Quest,…

Five Favorite Cruises That Give Back Making the world a better place, one vacation at a time This holiday season, the most heartwarming gift for a cruise…

CLIA Releases 2017 Cruise Trends Forecast Cruise News - Dec. 22, 2016 Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world’s largest cruise industry trade association, has released the 2017…

U BY UNIWORLD to Debut for Adventure-Seeking, Younger Travelers Cruise News - Dec. 21, 2016 Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection announced its newest addition, U BY UNIWORLD, a…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - Dec. 16, 2016 Asian river operator Pandaw is welcoming a new ship to their fleet, a 12-cabin, Saigon-built cruiser originally named L’Amant.…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - Nov. 4, 2016 Executives from Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings and Meyer Werft gathered in Papenburg, Germany, to celebrate the first steel-cutting for…

Porthole Cruise Magazine announces the winners of our 18th Annual Readers' Choice Awards! Whether your votes came to us online, by mail, or by fax, one thing…

Exploring one of the world’s most elusive archipelagos Story and photography by Michel and Lisa Verdure We were walking in the highlands of San Cristobal Island for…

What the artists, fans, and organizers say about music-themed cruises. By Bill Kopp While retirees and young professionals might not always share the same taste in music,…

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Monday Mantra Something’s Missing … Something’s Missing … Something’s Missing … It’s strange what you miss while having the time of your life. By this time, you’ve…

Cruise Deal of the Week - Oct. 21, 2016 Blount Small Ship Adventures is returning to Belize and Guatemala for the first time since 2014 – so…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - October 14, 2016 Adventures by Disney is expanding its river cruise offerings with AwaWaterways in 2017. Among the new Rhine River sailings…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - September 30, 2016 Boutique river operator Uniworld has announced its first Jewish Heritage themed cruises aboard River Ambassador on all of the…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - September 2, 2016  Carnival Imagination is entering dry dock for three weeks to undergo a multimillion-dollar refurbishment. By September 25, the ship…

Porthole Announces Charity Effort to Support Mercy Ships Porthole Cruise Magazine announces a new philanthropic effort in support of Mercy Ships, a global charity that operates a…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - August 26, 2016 Crystal Cruises is one step closer to building the world’s largest expedition yachts. MV Werften has signed a letter…

A Land Far, Far Away Discover paradise in the South Pacific aboard Silver Discoverer. By Art Sbarsky On the last night of my cruise, some guests were…

Cruise Deal of the Week - August 19, 2016 If you’ve ever considered a cruise to Antarctica, now’s the time to get an Early Bird deal with…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - August 19, 2016 UnCruise Adventures has updated its Galapagos Islands itinerary for 2017. The 9-day Darwin’s Islands and Colonial Quito cruises will…

Crystal Serenity Embarks on Epic Journey Through Northwest Passage Cruise News - August 17, 2016 In an extremely rare endeavor, Crystal Cruises’ Crystal Serenity has embarked on…

Hurtigruten’s New Explorer Ship Christened Under the Midnight Sun Cruise News - July 8, 2016 Thousands of people came out this week in Svolvaer, Norway, to witness…

Cruise Deal of the Week - July 1, 2016 DEAL: Asian river and coastal-cruise operator Pandaw is offering savings of up to 30 percent on cruises booked…

Coastal Connections Natural wonders and amazing adventures along the shores of New Zealand. By John Montague and Carolina Panoff Fluorescent lights, the gentle pitter-patter of keyboards, and…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jun. 17, 2016 * The American Queen Steamboat Company has announced a series of 9-day holiday sailings on the Lower Mississippi, which…

Aqua Expeditions Announces Third Boat on the Amazon Cruise News - Jun. 16, 2016 In line with its aggressive growth strategy, Aqua Expeditions announced it will start construction in December…

Love Thy Ocean Five Fave Programs to Support the Sea Today is World Oceans Day, a day of ocean celebration and collaboration for a better future. This…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - Jun. 3, 2016 Disney Cruise Line has announced some of the enhancements awaiting Disney Wonder during the ship’s refurbishment this fall, including…

Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils Luxury Features, Family-Friendly Amenities at Great Stirrup Cay Cruise News - June 2, 2016 Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed details of the new…

MSC Cruises Launches Private Island Off Abu Dhabi Coast Cruise News - Jun. 1, 2016 MSC Cruises has announced initial details of its second exclusive island destination,…

Cruising Deep Five favorite attractions that go below the ocean’s surface The ocean is what makes the cruise – without it, a cruise ship is just a…

Declare Your Independence Five reasons to love a small-ship cruise. There you are speeding through life and you think maybe it’s time to take your foot off…

Abercrombie & Kent Announces New Cuba by Land & Sea Cruise Cruise News - May 11, 2016 Abercrombie & Kent, which has been offering people-to-people travel to…

[embed]https://youtu.be/LC2GuIydym8[/embed] From float planes to glaciers and beyond, there's plenty of adventure that awaits during your Alaska Cruise Highlights. Check out these video highlights, plus five tips…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Apr. 29, 2016 * You can bike and cruise down the Danube now that boutique river operator Uniworld has partnered with active…

Hurtigruten to Build New Explorer Ships for Adventure Travel Cruise News - Apr. 25, 2016 Norwegian exploration travel company Hurtigruten has signed a letter of intent for…

Millennial Mythbuster Easing common cruise qualms of tomorrow’s travelers. By Mike Faust Hi, I'm Mike, and I'm a millennial. I'm also a world traveler and a proud…

Arctic Adventures Cruising Canada’s Northwest Passage By John and Sandra Nowlan Polar bears, remote Inuit communities, and beautiful, rugged landscapes. That’s just some of what’s in store…

Crystal Yacht Cruises debuts with Crystal Esprit  By Theresa Norton Masek Much-loved luxury line Crystal Cruises has embarked on a truly ambitious, unprecedented expansion plan: River cruises!…

Monday Mantra Decisions…Decisions…Decisions… So Many Ways to Cruise To find the perfect trip, you have to explore. When I was about 12 years old and just learning…

Royal Caribbean Unveils Overnight Adventures in Various Destinations Cruise News - Apr. 7, 2016 Royal Caribbean International has uncovered new adventurous experiences in some of the world’s most…

Cruise News – Mar. 15, 2016 Luxury leaders Crystal Cruises are building the world’s first purpose-built polar-class megayacht, a 600-foot, 100-suite ship named Crystal Endeavour, the line…

Celebrity Cruises to Increase Galapagos Sailings with Purchase of Two Ships Cruise News – Mar. 14, 2016 Celebrity Cruises has announced the planned acquisition of award-winning Galápagos Islands…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - March 4, 2016 The new, 400-foot floating dock at Icy Strait Point, the Alaska Native–owned and –operated cruise ship destination along the…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Feb. 26, 2016 Actor, singer, and cruiser Carlos PenaVega is celebrating the opening of the hit Broadway musical Grease on Harmony of…

Porthole's Five Faves Fans, Ahoy! Whatever you totally geek out about, there’s a theme cruise for it. What could be better than a few carefree days eating…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jan. 29, 2016 Royal Caribbean International is making its newest ship, Harmony of the Seas, more family friendly than ever, with offerings…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - Jan. 22, 2016 Un-Cruise Adventures is celebrating 20 years of small ship adventure cruising in 2016 with new trips to the Galápagos…

Scenic Announces Entry into Ocean Yacht Cruising Cruise News - Jan. 19, 2016 Luxury travel operator Scenic, has announced the launch of its first Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse. A…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - Jan. 15, 2016   Holland America Line is partnering with award-winning microgreen specialist Koppert Cress to grow fresh ingredients aboard its upcoming…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - Jan. 8, 2016 ·       Dutch polar cruise company Oceanwide Expeditions is planning two new voyages to the icy Ross Sea in 2017…

Extreme Excursions Adventure awaits with these thrilling Caribbean experiences. By Craig Zabransky During every cruise, passengers have the opportunity to take a step outside their comfort zone,…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Dec. 18, 2015 Pandaw River Expeditions is expanding their reach from the rivers of Southeast Asia to the ocean with the acquisition…

Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic to Build Two New U.S.-Flagged Coastal Vessels Cruise News - Dec. 10, 2015 Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic has announced that it has signed definitive agreements…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - Dec. 4, 2015 As part of the refit of Queen Mary 2, Cunard Line has announced a major redesign of Kings Court,…

Porthole's Five Faves Cruise into 2016 Five new ships to look forward to in the new year. Year after year, there never seems to be a shortage…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - Nov. 13, 2015 Carnival Cruise Line is expanding its craft beer selections with two brews from Baltimore-based Heavy Seas Beer. The pirate-themed…

I Can Cruise Where? Travel beyond the basics on these six lesser-known itineraries. By Mike Faust Cruising truly does open a world of possibilities for modern-day travelers.…

Monday Mantra I’m movin’ in … I’m movin’ in … I’m movin’ in … Home Is Where the Ship Is Why not cruise full time? Every so…

Royal Caribbean Invites Adventures to “Come Seek” New Experiences Cruise News - Oct. 15, 2015 Royal Caribbean International is launching a new campaign that invites adventure-seekers to…

Monday Mantra Tender-ness …Tender-ness …Tender-ness … A Tender Subject Well, you’ve got to get to port somehow…. “YAY! We get to tender ashore!” said no cruise passenger…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs - Sept. 25, 2015 Puerto Vallarta is ready to host the 21st International Gourmet Festival, welcoming more than 30 renowned chefs and more…

Harmony of the Seas to Debut Aquatic Adventure Park Cruise News - Aug. 18, 2015 When Royal Caribbean International introduces Harmony of the Seas, the world’s largest…

Crystal Cruises’ Major Expansion in Ocean, River, Yacht, and Air Travel Scroll through these artist renderings of Crystal Esprit and Crystal Luxury Air’s 787 Dreamliner. Aboard Crystal Cruises’…

Carnival Enhances Shore Excursions Cruise News – July 13, 2015 Carnival Cruise Line has dramatically expanded its shore excursion offerings, adding exclusive new experiences and customized private…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs July 2, 2015 Norwegian expedition cruise line Hurtigruten has a new addition to its fleet, temporarily named MS Norway Explorer. Built in Portugal…

Ever After A pair of honeymooners celebrates romance in Southeast Asia By Fran Golden and David Molyneaux You may have read about our romantic wedding at sea…

Porthole's Five Faves Adventure Awaits 5 Tips for Cruising Alaska Alaska. The last frontier. Home of magnificent glaciers, an abundance of wildlife, fascinating cultures, and plenty of…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs June 5, 2015 Luxury line Seabourn has revealed the new look for The Club, the lounge for the upcoming Seabourn Encore, as designed…

Cruise Deal of the Week May 29, 2015 [sf_iconbox image="ss-star" character="" type="left-icon-alt" title="Porthole’s Featured Cruise Deal of the Week!" animation="fade-in" animation_delay="100"] Crystal Cruises is offering those sailing…

Porthole’s Five Faves Five Favorite Theme Cruises Whether you’re into progressive rock or proper punctuation, there’s bound to be an upcoming cruise that’ll float your boat Cruisers…

Seabourn Launches New Zodiac and Kayak Tours Cruise News — May 15, 2015 Passengers aboard Seabourn Quest on three Northern Europe itineraries this summer will be able…

Cruise Deal of the Week May 15, 2015 [sf_iconbox image="ss-star" character="" type="left-icon-alt" title="Porthole’s Featured Cruise Deal of the Week!" animation="fade-in" animation_delay="100"] With the Silver Select promotion from…

New Small-Ship Cruises Launching in Cuba Cruise News – May 8, 2015 International Expeditions is launching new small-ship cruises on Cuba's western coast, from Cienfuegos to Havana,…

Porthole’s Five Faves Earth Rules! Five reasons our planet is the best for cruising Today is Earth Day, when citizens of the world help further the environmental…

Cruise Port Reno? New Line Breaks Ground on Post-Climate-Change Megaship Hub Absolutely True Cruise News – Apr. 1, 2015 Citizens of the Lake Tahoe area are bracing…

Cuba, China, and the Super Bowl Cruise News - Mar. 20, 2015 [[Here’s what we learned this week at Cruise Shipping Miami 2015, the cruise industry's largest…

SOLD! Lindblad Expeditions Cruise News – Mar. 13, 2015 Expect growth from Lindblad Expeditions, now that the soft-adventure line is being acquired by Capitol Acquisition Corp. II.…

Princess Lands Showbiz Legend Cruise News – Mar. 13, 2015 The legendary composer Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin and Godspell) will soon have shows on Princess Cruises ships.…

Private Party Abercrombie Connections takes cruisers on intimate journeys in the cities it visits. By Chris Owen European river cruising continues to be a hot travel trend,…

Cruise Deals of the Week – Feb. 13, 2015 DEAL:  Blount Small Ship Adventures is celebrating Presidents’ Day with "patriotic" discounts on historical itineraries. Save up to…

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/embed/FzzX59uK6D0[/embed] Porthole Cruise News Briefs – Jan. 23, 2015 Regent Seven Seas Cruises' Seven Seas Explorer reached a construction milestone this week. The keel was laid at…

Animal Adventures Cruise into these wildlife-spotting moments. When you think cruise + wildlife, visions of dolphins and schools of fish may dance in your head as you…

Orion Moves to Europe Cruise News – Jan. 9, 2015 Soft-adventure line Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic is basing its 102-passenger National Geographic Orion in Europe for 22 weeks…

Ride the Rails If a weeklong cruise just isn’t enough, combine it with a train adventure for a trip of a lifetime. By Sherry Laskin It’s not…

A Coast with the Most Explore the Atlantic shoreline with Blount Small Ship Adventures. By Yvonne Yorke In 1949, shipbuilder and inventor Luther H. Blount founded a…

Porthole Cruise News Briefs of the Week Cruise News – Dec. 12, 2014 French cruise line Ponant acquired some of the business assets of New York City-based…

Monday Mantra I want to go on an expedition…I want to go on an expedition…I want to go on an expedition… Cultured Cruisers This expedition cruise ain’t…

Aqua Adventures Hit the water for some of the Mexican Riviera’s best at-sea experiences. By Christy Woodrow Born and raised in California, I’ve always considered Mexico to…

Amazing Amazon Cruising glamorously in the wilds of the jungle By Fran Golden I sit in a cushioned chair on a 10-person skiff, experiencing the Peruvian Amazon…

Tats at Sea, Featured Deals... and more Cruise News, Oct. 10, 2014 You knew it was coming. America's first-ever tattoo-themed cruise will take place on Royal Caribbean…

Cruise News - Sept. 12, 2014 Oceania offers free Internet Oceania Cruises has joined the list of cruise lines providing guests in Suite- and Concierge-Level staterooms with…

Go Tall or Go Home Board one of these sailing ships for a true nautical adventure. By Matt Hannafin Somewhere between 6000 and 4000 B.C., humans figured…

  Cruise News – August 22, 2014 Carnival  Cruise Lines beefs up Baltimore options Carnival Cruise Lines will, for the first time, operate a one-of-a-kind series of…

Cruise News – August 15, 2014 Quantum of the Seas Floats Out with Giant Pink Bear Royal Caribbean International used the shipyard float-out of Quantum of the…

Cruise News - August 8, 2014 Celebrity Eclipse to Get Makeover Celebrity Cruises’ Solstice-class Celebrity Eclipse is heading into dry dock in the spring – right before…

Porthole’s Five Faves Coldest Cruises to Beat the Heat Cure the summertime blues in these cool destinations Christmastime in the Caribbean is warm and wonderful. There’s something…

Cruise News - July 25, 2014 Norwegian Updates Cuisine With cruise passengers increasingly moving into the "foodie" category, Norwegian Cruise Line is updating its culinary offerings—part of…

Porthole’s Five Faves Five Theme Cruises Stargazing, yoga, and rock and roll - some of our favorite theme cruises for 2015 From country music cruises to chocolate…

Porthole’s Five Faves Cruise, American Style! We crown the good… from sea to shining sea! One of the joys of cruising is getting to visit exotic places in…

Cruise Asia From families to adventure-seekers to luxury travelers, there’s something for everyone cruising the Far East. By Heidi Sarna The Far East is a sprawling, spread-out…

Join the Club: Born to Rum Get a taste of island life aboard a rum cruise in the Caribbean. By Clark Norton As a young man, Dave…

Generation LuXe Europa 2 caters to upscale cruisers seeking international flavor. By Lori Rackl The bad news for Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is that its luxury vessel, Europa, no…

Monday Mantra In the Bag A luxury cruise to Alaska stretches packing strategies to the limit. I will begin packing…I will begin packing…I will begin packing…  …

Lindblad Expedition founder and president, Sven-Olof Lindblad, goes behind the lens to show you the amazing wildlife that you’ll discover aboard the line’s expedition cruises. ISLAND DREAMS:…

For cruisers who want to bring more back from their vacation than just great memories, Oceania Cruises has Bon Appétit Culinary Centers aboard the 1,250-passenger Marina and Riviera where you can actually…

Ultimate Expedition How Sven-Olof Lindblad turned an innate passion into a modern exploration. By Dave G. Houser Sven-Olof Lindblad, founder and president of Lindblad Expeditions, was born…

Chart A Course A cruise to Norway means magical memories. By Susan Zimmerman Ahoy, voyagers headed to Norway! Take heart; adventure awaits at every port. With its…

We love when the creative minds at cruise lines get going. The latest example: Crystal Cruises' new shore excursions. Passengers can find adventure on Europe cruises on…

Like a Local: Alaska Close the guidebooks and let a local lead the way. By Loren Holmes   Alaska has a name for recent transplants to the…

Discover the Adventures Along Curaçao’s Captivating Coastline By Richard Varr Willemstad, Curacao: Faces of a City   I hear the rustling sounds of lizards scurrying through the…

By Cindy O’Neil After having sailed on more than 50 cruises, I’m often asked that ever-popular question: Q: What is your favorite cruise line? A: And the…

Competition is heating up on the rivers of the Pacific Northwest, to places once visited by Lewis and Clark. The American Queen Steamboat Company just christened its American Empress in Portland,…

Cruise passengers looking to explore the remote corners of the world have a new expedition option. Silversea's latest expedition ship, Silver Discoverer, set sail this week on a cruise…

The cruise itinerary map keeps expanding, and Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic, the king of soft adventure itineraries, seems destined to prove the world is indeed your oyster. The line…

Passengers on Crystal Cruises' 2015 World Cruise, the luxury line's 20th annual world sailing, shouldn't have any difficulty finding a shore excursion to their liking. Some 350 Crystal Adventures…

  Executive Spotlight: The Un-Cruise Captain From kayak paddles to corporate decisions, storytelling seaman Dan Blanchard keeps a steady hand. By Fran Golden   Captain Dan Blanchard,…

  Director’s Cut Like the mayors of a city, cruise directors are more than just the face of the ship. By Douglas Kurt  Aboard a cruise ship…

Oo, la, la! Fast-growing French cruise line Compagnie Du Ponant has revealed some details about its newest ship, the fourth in its Boreal class. The ship will be named Le…

Whale-oha! Sharks and dolphins aren’t the only underwater encounters you can have in Hawaii By Ginger Dingus “We’ve got whales!” I’m tucking into my bacon, eggs, biscuits…

Now, Voyager EYOS arranges luxury yacht expeditions to the most inaccessible waterways on Earth. Welcome to a new world of wanderlust. By Amy Roe Megayachts are so…

Bucket List Count down five must-do adventures in the great land of Alaska By Loren Holmes Alaska, the Great Land. Our motto might sound pretentious to someone…

CRUISING FOR A CAUSE In the U.S. Virgin Islands, the non-profit Hope Floats offers cruise ship passengers a chance to give back. By Emma Trelles When Christopher…

Sail on Silver Silversea Cruises’ Silver Explorer offers just the right blend of elegance and adventure. By Judi Cuervo Expedition. The word conjures images of rugged, parka-clad…

Yo Ho, Yo Ho - A PIRATE'S CRUISE FOR THEE Prospective plunderers of all ages get to maraud the New England coast on Pirate Adventure Cruises By Clark…

Who’s Up for an “Un-Cruise”? Smaller lines join forces to unveil a new strategy, luring guests who normally might not cruise at all. By Chris Gray Faust…

AMAZING AMAZON Adventure meets luxury aboard Aqua Expeditions’ M/V Aria. By Gail Harrington Anticipation takes over when you’re heading off to one of the world’s great wonders…

DESTINATION DISCOVERY: EASTER ISLAND For Cruisers Who Have Done It All   By Joyce Gregory Wyels Next Stop: Easter Island People voyage to this tiny speck of…

Lindblad Expeditions gets right into the heart of the Galapagos matter. By Fran Golden The blue-footed booby quizzically stared at me as I snapped his photo. If…

River Cruises River of Dreams Experience relaxation on Europe’s quaint waterways. From a mathematical standpoint, it makes perfect sense that the cruise industry would appear to focus…

AMAZON Big River, Huge Adventure Exploring the Amazon on a luxury cruise ship is probably the way to go. By Michael Collins I knew that the Amazon…

Travel Vaccines 101 Globetrotting physician Erik McLaughlin, M.D., explains what to know before you go. As a travel medicine doctor, I am often asked about what vaccines…