The 10 Smallest Cruise Ships in the World
In recent years, we have become accustomed to seeing bigger and bigger ships. Especially Royal Caribbean and Carnival are focusing more and more on massive size, and small cruise ships are disappearing from the market. Luckily, there are still a few ships that are surprisingly small. Some can carry a few hundred passengers, while others […]
Carnival Throws Epic Party Celebrating 15 Years of Sailing From Seattle
On May 1, 2025, Carnival Cruise Line celebrated its 15-year anniversary sailing out of the Port of Seattle. To ring in this momentous occasion, a party was held on the 2,260-passenger Carnival Luminosa as it arrived at the port ahead of the 2025 Alaska cruise season. This event showcased how Carnival has formed strong ties […]
Cruise Passenger Beaten Unconscious After Asking Teens to Stop Jumping in Elevator
A Royal Caribbean cruise on Liberty of the Seas turned violent last week, resulting in the arrest of an 18-year-old North Carolina man. The violent altercation took place after a couple requested that a group of younger passengers stop jumping in the elevator. Michael White, of Siler City, faces felony charges based on the altercation […]
Norwegian Epic & Pride of America to Be Renovated This Month
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America and Norwegian Epic will be renovated just in time for summer this year. The enhancements will range from the addition of a reimagined water park for kids to an expansion of the adults-only Vibe Beach Club and additional accommodations. Norwegian Epic Following the completion of Norwegian Epic‘s three-week dry […]
Port Canaveral Investing $500 Million In Upgrades – Chris Cruises
Port Canaveral, Florida’s premier seaport, is investing upwards of $500 million in landside and waterside improvements as part of its comprehensive “Port Canaveral Advantage” plan to expand capacity and capabilities across all aspects of its business operations. “Port Canaveral has been a driving force for the Central Florida economy for over seven decades and the […]
Don’t Book a Balcony Cabin If Any of These 7 Things Apply to You
When you think about a cruise, you probably see yourself kicking back on the balcony of your cabin, relaxing and enjoying the view of the open sea. That said, it’s also important to underline that a balcony cabin isn’t always the perfect choice for everyone. In some situations, it can even be the wrong one. […]
Carnival Weighs in on the Future of Smoking in Onboard Casinos
When it comes to smoking in cruise ship casinos, the only correct option is to agree to disagree. For guests who smoke, being able to light up a cigarette while playing the slots is convenient and adds to the fun. But for those who don’t, there are complaints about the smell and second-hand smoke exposure. […]
Port Canaveral Continues to Set Records and Get New Cruise Ships
Earlier this month at Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami, I had the opportunity to sit down with Capt. John Murray, CEO of Port Canaveral. We talked about the port’s growth, future, and changes that were recently made to give guests the best possible experience as they start or end their cruise. Port Canaveral Aerial photo […]
Coral Princess to Visit 61 Destinations During 2027 World Cruise
Sarah Bretz, Contributor Sarah has been writing about the cruise industry since 2015, and in that time has taken a dozen cruises and counting. Her favorite onboard activities include trying the casual dining options, spending time in the spa’s thermal suite, and attending the love & marriage show. You can keep up with her on […]
Oceania Unveils Reimagined Entertainment – Chris Cruises
Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has announced a sweeping revamp of its onboard entertainment program rolling out across its fleet of eight small, luxurious ships. Many of the new experiences will debut with the launch of Oceania Allura™ in July 2025, offering guests a wide variety of opportunities to be […]