In recent years, several cruise lines have put significant effort into building new vessels, and upgrading existing ones—a trend that looks set to continue for the next several years. However, rather than …
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With summer drawing to a close, vacation time is over for most people, and many cruisers are heading back to work and school. For those who can spare the time, though, autumn …
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Almost everyone who has taken a cruise with an Eastern Caribbean itinerary has explored the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI). The vast majority of these port calls are at the island of St. …
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One of the most important events in maritime history was remembered this year at a gala marking the 100th anniversary of the opening of the Panama Canal. A grand ceremony at the …
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Over the last few years, the number of cruise ships serving the Caribbean has steadily grown. In 2011, 212 ships sailed the region, whereas today there are 235. That number is likely …
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In mid-August, the world’s newest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean International’s (RCI) acclaimed Quantum of the Seas, entered the water for the first time. The brand-new liner left the German shipyard Meyer Werft …
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While the Caribbean is the most popular destination for American cruisers, many of the best beach destinations in North America actually lie on the west coast of Mexico. This vast stretch of …
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Many cruisers’ favorite shore excursions involve “zip-lining,” a heart-pounding activity that enables adventurous cruisers of all ages to zoom through the air at adrenaline-pumping speeds. Often combined with other outdoor activities, zip-lining …
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Earlier this summer, Norwegian Cruise Lines announced an ambitious, fleet-wide upgrade program called “Norwegian NEXT.” The initiative aims to enhance every ship in the fleet with new entertainment choices and cutting-edge technologies. …