Grab your finest flannel and make a quick stop at Tim Horton's....cruising to Canada is back! Well, almost. The Canadian Government announced yesterday that they would lift…
The following excerpt appeared in a letter from John Adams to Abigail Adams dated July 3, 1776 regarding the newly minted United States of America's day of independence. …
Cruising is back! We have actual revenue cruises leaving from Ports in Florida and more to come around the country in the coming weeks. It's truly the…
It's been another week of waiting, but we're just a few weeks away from every major cruise line sailing from the United States again! Some cruise lines…
Ladies and Gentlemen, we made it! For the past year, we've been writing Choose Your Cruise because the future of cruising was so murky. But, thankfully, we're…
Happy Friday! We're cruising into the weekend with a few awesome trips you can book for 2021 and beyond. Next week, MSC Cruises is restarting operation in…
Welcome to 2021! We are going to be able to cruise this year, but the vaccine rollout is going to be a major part of when that…
For those of you counting down the days, we're just a week away from 2021! From all of us here at the Porthole Cruise network, we hope…
We're smack dab in the middle of the holiday season and if you're still looking for a last-minute gift for that special someone in your life, do…
The cruise industry took a step back this week with the news that more cruise lines are pushing back their start date well into the spring. But…
Did you miss out on the awesome Black Friday cruise deals last week? Never fear! We're back with a new edition of Choose Your Cruise and there…
Look, we know it's tempting to camp outside of Target starting Thursday night to be first in line for a 3-in-1 blender/juicer/food processor combo or a TV…
It's almost Thanksgiving! While some people look forward to a heaping pile of mashed potatoes and gravy, those of us savvy shoppers are looking ahead to the…
It's Friday! That means it's time for what we assume is the most important decision you had to make this week - choose your cruise! Now that…
Who said your next vacation has to break the bank? Cruising is one of the most affordable vacations, particularly for families, thanks to all-inclusive dining, entertainment and…
There's nothing scary about tomorrow for cruisers! Sure, the streets of America will be filled with ghosts, goblins and probably a ton of people riding skateboards and…
Halloween is right around the corner and the scariest thing cruisers can think of is spending a full nine months on land. Knock on wood, we're at…
Cruisers, we have an announcement. At some point today, representatives from the cruise industry will meet with members of the Trump Administration's Coronavirus task force, including Vice…
Say do you remember, dancing in September? Earth, Wind & Fire's most famous tunes is a staple at weddings, galas and more and now is the best…
Earlier this week, we profiled Holly Johnson, the President of Wings Airways & Taku Lodge in Juneau, Alaska. Holly and her staff are struggling to get by…
Deals, deals, deals. That's what cruisers are seeing when they research their next great cruise vacation. Cruise lines are taking out all the stops when it comes…
Throughout the COVID-19 situation, we've been adamant that there's never been a better time to book a future cruise. With talk of a vaccine coming later this…
We’re all getting the itch to cruise again, but in the meantime, let’s do the next best thing: start planning our next vacation. There are plenty of…
Okay, we can all agree that 2020 is the WORST. But don't let your pure, unadulterated hatred for this year prevent you from scoring a great deal…
Have you ever heard the expression "once in a blue moon"? It means something that doesn't come along very often, if at all. Today we've got the…
The Mississippi River will always have its own way; no engineering skill can persuade it to do otherwise -Mark Twain The Mississippi River may not have the…
We're just weeks away from the arrival of Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady and the hype surrounding the newest ship at sea is only growing. Since the first people began…
When most people thing about getting on a cruise ship, its in some tropical port like Miami or Fort Lauderdale, but there's actually a lot of great…
Happy birthday, George Washington! On this day way back in 1732, you came into this world and nothing would ever be the same. As Americans enjoy their…
Few place on Earth are more romantic than the Mediterranean. Whether you're sampling the gelato in Naples, shopping for flowers at the Central Market in Cadiz, or…
One of the fastest growing cruise lines sailing today is MSC Cruises. With 17 ships in the fleet, MSC has cruises sailing all over the world with…
While many cruisers are packing their bags for a Caribbean cruise vacation this winter, others are looking ahead to their summer vacation. Alaska cruises are some of…
The island of Puerto Rico has been in the news lately after a series of earthquakes shook residents and caused significant damage across the island. Cruisers from…
You don't have to go far for a great vacation if you live in South Florida. Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line announced a flash sale on its ‘Roaring Twenties’…
Everyone needs a little magic in their life during the holiday season. One of the best ways to spread the joy of the holidays is to book…
Do you have your next cruise vacation planned? If not, we've got a once in a lifetime opportunity to cruise through the world famous Panama Canal on…
You could head to the store on Black Friday to wrestle with a stranger over the last Elmo doll, or you could peruse the list below compiled…
Greetings from on board the newest ship from Norwegian Cruise Lines, Norwegian Encore! Porthole Cruise Magazine has been onboard for a couple of days now and we'll…
Before you run out and buy way too many bags of discount Halloween candy, you might want to check out the cruise deal of the week on…
The best part about Fall isn't the changing leaves or apple pies, it's repositioning cruises! If you want to read more about what a repositioning cruise is,…
Don't you just love that new car smell? Well, imagine that but instead of a car, it's a 171,00 ton cruise ship! MSC Meraviglia, which entered service in…
Do you feel that, cruisers? The dog days of summer have given way to the crispness of Autumn and that means sailing season is just around the…
Sometimes you just need a getaway. Vacations are great and everyone wants to spend a week or more away from the hustle and bustle of daily life,…
We've got a supernatural deal of the week in honor of Friday the 13th and the full moon! Even if you're turning into a werewolf and howling…
As America dives head first into another football season, take advantage of the distractions by scoring your own deal on an awesome cruise vacation. While your friends,…
Isn't it time to book a cruise? To the Pacific, to be specific. Windstar Cruises is a small ship cruising company that touts themselves as 180 degrees from…
Seeing the world isn't easy. Earth is a big place with lots of sights, sounds and experiences to be had. Thankfully, we live in an era where…
Imagine what it was like for the first explorers who crossed the Atlantic Ocean in search of the New World. The ships they sailed on were obviously…
Last minute cruise deals are one of the best ways to save money on your next cruise vacation, but it's not always easy to book one. You…
Earlier this year, MSC Cruises celebrated the 20 millionth passenger sailing aboard one of their many cruise ships. The line offers a number of cruise itineraries all…
You know what your summer is missing? An adventure! Plenty of cruise lines offer a fun and relaxing time on board the ship, but some cruise lines…
When the hotdogs have all been eaten and the sparklers all burned out, the thought of going back to work after a fun-filled 4th of July weekend…
Everyone wants to make a splash this summer. It could be into the pool or at a backyard BBQ with all your friends, but one of the…
You don't have to go far to find a great cruise. While most think of cruising as taking a trip to the Caribbean or to one of…
Ah, sweet summer. The birds are chirping, the sun is shining and Princess Cruises is helping people save big on a cruise vacation thanks to their annual Sun-Drenched…
Southeast Asia is one of the most interesting regions in all the world. Flush with unique culture, beautiful scenery and endless adventure, countries like Laos are off…
Memorial Day last Monday kicked off the official start of summer for most Americans and that means plenty of barbecues, backyard lawn games and days spent by…
