Category: Cruise News
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Wait… Katy Perry is the Godmother of the Norwegian Prima?
There is a longstanding connection between the world of cruises and pop culture. Music-themed itineraries and TV shows about cruises are just the tip of the iceberg. But Norwegian announced a bit of news that shows that there is even more crossover between media and the cruise industry than we ever thought. The famous pop star Katy Perry has been named the godmother of the Norwegian Prima! Read more […] -
Introducing Oceania Cruises’ 2024 World Cruise
Oceania Cruises has just announced their 2024 world cruise. You won’t want to miss this one. It’s a perfect opportunity for the hopeful world traveler to see a bunch of new countries as part of one massive itinerary. And there’s also good news for those who don’t have the chance to take such a committing adventure. Oceania is also rolling out four new “grand voyage” cruises, each of which lasts for a few months but is not quite as long (and costly) as the world cruise. Read more […] -
Cruise Lines Move to Cancel Russian Itineraries and Assist Ukraine
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is impacting the entire world right now. The cruise industry is even beginning to feel the effects. Multiple cruise lines have started to take actions that are a direct result of the conflict. Some of them have moved to cancel itineraries in Russia while others are trying to use their ships to offer more direct assistance to Ukrainian people. One thing is certain: the longer this conflict goes on for, the more cruise lines we are going to see making moves as a response to it. Read more […] -
New CDC Warning and Program for Cruise Travel
The CDC has lowered their cruise warning level. They have also introduced a new program to replace their Conditional Sailing Order (CSO). Both of these changes come after the CSO was lifted on January 15th. It is clear that things are headed in the right direction in terms of how the cruise industry is being allowed to operate. But still, what does the warning level mean? And what is this new program that will be taking the place of the CSO? Luckily, neither are much to worry about. The first Read more […] -
Are Cruises Coming Back to Australia?
It’s been a while since cruises have been allowed to visit Australia. It’s been one of the few constants throughout the entire pandemic. While other countries have waffled between being opened and closed since the world changed in 2020, Australia has remained staunchly shut down to tourism. Some were speculating about the nation reopening at the end of last year, but the Omicron wave dashed all hopes of that happening. However, things may changing for the better. Cruises may be returning to Australia sooner than we think! Read more […] -
Looking Ahead: News on Three New Cruise Ships
New cruise ships are on the horizon. Disney, Cunard, and Celebrity are all prepping additions to their fleets. Maybe it’s time to start getting excited about the future of cruising again! It’s been hard to be optimistic about the cruise industry over the course of the pandemic, but things are starting to look up now. The Conditional Sailing Order has ended, cruise bookings are up, and new vessels promise to bring renewed enthusiasm into the world of cruising. Here is the latest on three ships that are worth looking forward to. Read more […]