Author: Dave Parfitt

Dining, Europe, Oceania

Oceania Cruises 2025 European sailings feature new ship Oceania Allura

One of the highlights of Oceania Cruises’ 2025 European season is the debut of its newest ship, Oceania Allura, that will set sail from Trieste, Italy, on her maiden voyage in mid-July on a series of eastern and western Mediterranean voyages. In addition to Allura, five other Oceania ships, Vista, Marina, Nautica, Sirena, and...

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American Cruise Lines, News

American Liberty on maiden voyage off New England Coast

American Liberty, the latest Coastal Cat vessel from American Cruise Line, is currently sailing its maiden voyage from Providence, Rhode Island to the New England enclaves of Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, and Block Island. The 100-passenger small ship is part of American’s Project Blue commitment to build 12 new small ships for river...

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Disney, News

Four new Disney Cruise Line ships announced at D23 Expo

The D23 Expo in Anaheim is a Disney fan fest where guests anxiously await details of new experiences, attractions, and entertainment from the company. During the second night of showcases, Josh D’Amaro, Chairman of Disney Experiences, shared that four new ships will join the Disney Cruise Line fleet between 2027 and 2031. D’Amaro...

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Caribbean, NCL

Upgrades coming to Norwegian Encore include more adult-only space

In November 2024, Norwegian Encore heads to a two-week dry dock for a refurbishment that includes the addition of an adults-only outdoor lounge, a new Mediterranean specialty restaurant named Palomar, and 24 new balcony staterooms. Norwegian Encore will also expand two dining venues, Cagney’s Steakhouse and Teppanyaki. Other changes to...

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Bahamas, Caribbean, Disney, News

Disney Destiny debuts in November 2025 with Super-Heroes keeping Villains in check

Disney Destiny is the name for Disney Cruise Line’s third Triton Class ship with a theme of “Heroes and Villains.” A sister ship to the Disney Wish and Disney Treasure, Disney Destiny will sail an inaugural season of four- and five-night cruises to The Bahamas and Western Caribbean from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida...

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Caribbean, Entertainment, News, Princess

Add-on packages released for Magic Castle Conjurer’s Cruise on new Sun Princess

Princess Cruises has partnered again with Hollywood’s Magic Castle for its second Conjurer’s Cruise onboard Sun Princess, November 9-16, 2024. American magician, actor, and improv artist Michael Carbonaro will headline performances during the Magic Castle Conjurer’s Cruise as it sails an intinerary through the Western...

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Caribbean, MSC, News

Details on The Harbour outdoor family area on MSC World America

When MSC World America sails out of Miami beginning in April 2025, families will instantly flock to The Harbour. Designed as an outdoor space for families to play together, The Harbour will feature a waterpark, themed playground, ropes course, an 11-story spiral dry slide, and the Cliffhanger thrill ride. The Harbour is the heart of...

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NCL

Norwegian Jewel sails out of Philadelphia in 2026

Cruise lovers in the northeast have another option as Norwegian Cruise Line announces sailings out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in April 2026. The Norwegian Jewel will sail seven- to nine-day cruises to Bermuda from April through August 2026, staying overnight at the island’s Royal Naval Dockyard. Following the inaugural Bermuda...

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News, Royal Caribbean

Inaugural Comic-Con The Cruise departing February 5, 2025

Comic-Con: The Cruise is for fans of pop culture, fantasy, sci-fi, cosplay, and… cruises. While there have been pop culture-themed cruises in the past, Comic-Con: The Cruise is the first-ever officially licensed by Comic-Con International, the creators of San Diego Comic-Con. The trip takes place on Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the...

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Excursions, MSC, News

Exclusive shore excursions for MSC Yacht Club guests

Passengers booking MSC Yacht Club can now access shore excursions designed just for them. MSC Yacht Club is MSC Cruises’ luxury “ship-within-a-ship” onboard area with private staterooms, sundeck, pool, hot tubs, restaurant, lounge, and personalized service provided by a 24-hour butler and concierge desk. In addition to the MSC...

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